Yu-Gi-Oh! The Pitfall Hero

Similar to the [Limit Removal] that Marufuji Ryo used before, which doubles the ATK of Machine-Type monsters, the effect of [Wild Release] can also greatly increase the ATK of Beast-Type and Beast-Warrior-Type monsters on his field. Although it is not as terrifying as [Limit Removal], it is enough to deal with the current situation.

As the price for gaining power, the monster that uses this effect will face destruction during the end phase.

It's all or nothing!

Hayato, who added the Spell Card "Wild Release" to his deck because of Yusei's suggestion, was determined to make a desperate last stand!

“ROARRAHHHHHHHH!!!”

As if possessed by a god of death, the eyes of the Lord of OZ turned blood red in an instant.

OZ, whose muscles bulged all over his body, stomped on the tabletop beneath his feet and roared angrily toward Maeda Mozan!

Having unleashed its wild instincts, it went into a rampage.

The sound waves from the roar made Maeda Mozan subconsciously lower his body.

(Attack power of [Lord of OZ]: 4200 → 7900)

"Holy crap! 7900 attack power..."

Seeing the red battle aura surrounding OZ Lord and his size suddenly increase, Marufuji Sho almost popped his eyes out.

He stared wide-eyed at Hayato, who had a determined look on his face, speechless for a long time.

Even someone like me doesn't want to give up so easily!

"I don't want to be separated from everyone!"

The boy named Maeda Hayato shouted his heartfelt cry to his father, finally showing his full strength in this duel that determined his own destiny!

"[Lord of OZ] launches an attack on [Drunken Angel]!"

"Take this! A godlike, powerful punch!!!"

The Lord of OZ, whose body and soul were consumed by fire, unleashed a massive, scathing punch upon the drunken angel.

If this attack succeeds, Maeda Mozan will suffer up to 6100 points of damage!

As he watched the blow that carried his fate hurtle toward his opponent, Hayato's face broke into a hopeful expression.

"Hayato! Well done!"

Seeing the enormous beast charging straight toward the "Drunken Angel," Maeda Mozan couldn't help but express his heartfelt praise to his son.

If Hayato's failure to even understand the monster's effects at the start of the duel was something to be ashamed of, then...

Hayato, who was now full of determination and giving it his all, impressed me greatly!

Although Maeda Mozan is proud of his son's growth, his duelist spirit will never be affected by personal feelings!

"I'm really happy to see you grow up to this point..."

"However! A sacred duel will not tolerate any holding back!"

"At this very moment, I activate the Ambush card in my back row!"

Just as the berserk OZ Lord was about to touch the Drunkard Angel, Maeda Mozan reached out and opened the face-down card in the back row, "Trap Card [Dimensional Wall] activated!"

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【Dimensional wall】

(Trap Card)

effect:

This can only be activated when the opponent's monster declares an attack.

This battle allows the opponent to bear the combat damage that would otherwise affect your own base score.

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"Nani?!"

Hayato was momentarily stunned when his father suddenly activated the trap card.

no……

The promised head-on confrontation...

What's with suddenly opening a red pit...?

"Oh dear... Hayato's doomed now..."

The moment Yusei saw the Dimensional Wall activated, he was already certain of Hayato's defeat.

Just like the [Magic Cylinder] he used before to defeat Ryo Marufuji.

Even with Hayato giving it his all, he will fall to his own attack due to the counter-damage effect of the [Dimensional Wall]...

Ryo Marufuji activated [Restriction Release], and Hayato Maeda activated [Wildness Unleashed]...

How similar their fates were...

……

As the [Dimensional Wall] was activated, a vortex leading to another dimension suddenly appeared in front of the Lord of OZ. The fist that was supposed to strike the Drunkard Angel, along with half of the Lord of OZ's body, was instantly sucked into the vortex...

At the same time, behind the berserk OZ Lord, an identical vortex suddenly appeared. The fist that had just been sucked into the vortex struck the OZ Lord's own body with a destructive blow!

“Aa ...…”

With a painful roar, the Lord of OZ, with its massive, mountain-like body, collapsed towards Hayato's location.

This time, I'm hitting myself!

Hayato Maeda's attack, fueled by unwavering conviction, ultimately failed to reach Maeda Mozan.

(Hayato Maeda's LP: 1000→0)

The full-force attack, with a power of 7900 points, did not directly bounce off Hayato, but it still reduced his health to zero.

"That's it! Hayato!"

"You stupid son, you're a million years too early to beat your dad!"

Having secured victory, Maeda Mozan delivered his final address to his son.

"Oops……"

The teacher from Daitokuji Temple, who was stroking the Pharaoh, suddenly frowned.

From hope to despair...

Maeda Mozan's words were tantamount to delivering a fatal blow to Hayato, who was already in a daze due to his defeat.

"……Well"

"Ughhhhhhh..."

Just as Daitokuji-sensei had feared, Hayato, who had given his all but was still defeated, knelt down in pain and helplessness, and lay on the floor weeping bitterly.

"Hayato!"

Seeing that the duel was over, Marufuji Sho and Yuki Jaden quickly stood up and ran towards Hayato's direction.

Seeing Hayato in such pain, they felt quite distressed.

Ignoring the snot and tears on Hayato's face as he cried, Jaden Yuki bent down and hugged Hayato's head tightly.

"Cry, cry your heart out!"

"You'll feel better after venting..."

Jaden Yuki gently stroked Hayato's head like a mother, patting his back with a comforting expression.

Previously, when Marufuji Sho was in pain, his older brother just watched from the sidelines without doing anything, which led to Marufuji Sho's departure.

This time it's Hayato's turn; he absolutely cannot make the same mistake again.

176 lost, but not completely.

"Big brother..."

Sensing Yuki Judai's thoughts, Marufuji Sho's eyes also welled up with tears.

Even if they are separated in the future, the bond between them will still remain.

"..."

Seeing Hayato crying in Jaden's arms, Yusei and Yui, who arrived a step too late, looked at each other in silence.

What should I say...?

Yusei cast an inquiring glance at Yui-san beside him.

"At this time, let's remain silent."

In response to Yusei's question, Ms. Yu simply closed her eyes and shook her head slightly.

Not knowing Hayato very well, she couldn't offer any effective advice.

"..."

Maeda Mozan, arms crossed, looked at Hayato in Yuki Jaden's arms with a complex expression on his face.

He seemed to want to say something, but in the end, he couldn't bring himself to say it.

……

Osiris Red Dormitory.

Having finished their duel, the group returned here from the main campus of the academy.

Miss Jie did not return to the hotel, but instead returned here with Yusei and the others.

"Come over here after you've finished taking care of things."

Instead of following Yusei into the dormitory, Amamiya Yui waited by the railing outside the dormitory while Hayato unpacked his luggage, seemingly wanting to inform Yusei of some news.

"I see."

After nodding to Ms. Yuuki, Yusei turned and walked into the dormitory.