Yu-Gi-Oh! The Pitfall Hero

Principal Samejima nodded in satisfaction after destroying two electronic monsters in succession, having achieved a great victory.

Due to the negative effect of the Trap Card "Cyber ​​Revolution", even if he does nothing, the "Cyber ​​Eternal Dragon" summoned by this card will be destroyed at the end of the next turn.

Having lost the shield that protects him, Hell Caesar will suffer the fury of his old friend and the ultimate ogre, thus losing the duel without any doubt.

"……Ah!"

The scene was completely different from what Principal Samejima had imagined.

After the surging flames dissipated, what appeared before Principal Samejima was not the kind and respectful Marufuji Ryo of the past, but the Hell Caesar who had once been driven to the brink of defeat in the underground duel and unleashed unprecedented power.

After his life points reached the critical point, he not only failed to realize his "mistake," but also awakened his true power as blue battle aura ignited around him, intending to drag his opponent, and even this space, into his domain.

With a cold laugh that sounded like both mockery and sigh, Hell Caesar suddenly raised his head and aimed his fiery eyes at Principal Samejima.

"...Liang?! You!"

Stunned by the sight before him and feeling the determination emanating from the Hell Caesar, Principal Samejima couldn't help but let out a startled shout.

He called out the name of his former disciple, hoping that he could return to the Marufuji Ryo he once was, the kind and understanding boy he once was, and inherit the Electro-ryu dojo and pass it on.

However, all that responded to him was the extremely cold sound of a card being drawn.

"...My turn, draw a card!"

After casually drawing a card from his deck and showing it to Principal Samejima, Hell Caesar immediately inserted it into the back row of his Duel Disk: "...Activate the Spell Card [Pot of Greed]. Based on this card's effect, I draw two cards from my deck."

Due to the effect of [Electronic Superhuman], all cards drawn by Hell Caesar will be verified by Principal Samejima.

The two cards that came into play this time thanks to the effect of "Pot of Greed" were the monster card "Cyber ​​Dragon: Next Generation" and the quick-play spell card "Limit Removal"...

"...[Restriction lifted]?!"

Looking at that magic card exclusive to the Machine Race, used for burst damage, Principal Samejima narrowed his eyes.

【Limit Removal】, just as the name of this card suggests, its effect is to allow all Machine-Type monsters on your field to break free of their limitations and double their ATK!

However, as a price, these monsters will be destroyed at the end of each turn.

With the effect of this card, Hell Caesar can unleash a burst of power and, under the right circumstances, reverse the situation and wipe out Principal Samejima's full health.

but……

"..."

After glancing at the [Dimensional Wall] that had been lurking in his back row, Principal Samejima then looked calmly in the direction of Hell Caesar.

In the unlikely event that his territory is breached by the opponent, and Hell Caesar triumphantly launches a fatal attack on him, he will also use this trump card to return all the damage he has caused to his wicked disciple!

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【Dimensional wall】

Effect: Can only be activated when the opponent's monster declares an attack. During this battle, battle damage to your Life Points is instead borne by your opponent.

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"...Upon entering Main Phase 1, I Normal Summon [Cyber ​​Dragon Next Star] (Machine/Light/Level 1/ATK: 200/DEF: 200) and activate its effect to Special Summon a Machine-Type monster from my Graveyard with 2100 ATK or DEF."

"I choose to resurrect [Cyber ​​Dragon Nova] from the graveyard!"

The power reactor on his chest pulsated in sync with his heartbeat, and the black and white steel dragon, at the call of the next generation star, once again unfurled its mechanical wings and reappeared on Hell Caesar's field.

"...After activating the effect of [Cyber ​​Dragon Next Generation Star], I cannot Special Summon non-Machine-Type monsters until the end of the turn."

With a calm voice explaining the monster's effect, Hell Caesar, whose eyes seemed to burn with flames, began to struggle: "By the way... [Cyber ​​Dragon Next Generation] can be used as a Machine-type monster when it exists on the field or in the graveyard."

"Well……"

For a moment, Principal Samejima was somewhat confused about the other side's plans, and he raised his eyebrows in puzzlement.

Is it intended to use it as [Cyber ​​Dragon] to activate the second effect of [Cyber ​​Dragon Nova] and double its attack power by excluding [Cyber ​​Dragon Next Generation Star]?

However, doing so will only lead to trouble for oneself.

"Beyond the rising stars, there are even greater things to be done."

Extending his arm, Hell Kaiser drew a new card from his Extra Deck and placed it directly on top of the Cyber ​​Dragon Nova on his Duel Disk: "...I'll use this Rank 5 Cyber ​​Dragon Nova to construct an Xyz Network!"

"Envelop the light of the new star within, transforming it into boundless power! Take control of this world!"

"...Super Rank Transformation! Descend! [Cyber ​​Dragon - Infinity]!!!"

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【Electronic Dragon·Infinite】

(Mechanical Race/Light/Tier 6/Attack: 2100/Defense: 1600)

Effect/Overdose:

Machine-type Light-attribute Level 6 Monster x3

"Cyber ​​Dragon Infinite" can be Xyz Summoned once per turn by overlapping "Cyber ​​Dragon Nova" on your field. ①: This card gains ATK equal to 200 Xyz Materials of this card.

②: Once per turn, you can target 1 face-up Attack Position monster on the field; add that monster underneath this card as Xyz Material.

③: Once per turn, when a card's effect is activated, you can detach 1 Xyz Material from this card to activate this effect. Negate that activation and destroy it.

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With the [Cyber ​​Dragon Nova] serving as a springboard pressed beneath it, the strongest Cyber ​​Dragon, possessing limitless power, was born in the Xyz Vortex and revealed its ultimate form to Principal Samejima's astonished gaze.

A golden sphere of light, formed from the [Electronic Dragon Nova] and representing an abundance of materials, rotates continuously around the planet, like a satellite orbiting it.

This monster, with its steel tail coiled into an "∞" shape, exudes an extraordinary sense of oppression.

Even the supreme beings like CyberDragon and CyberEternal, who are high-ranking monsters in the CyberDragon family, were overshadowed by CyberDragon Infinite after its appearance.

On the other side, Principal Samejima was already instinctively trembling.

After the appearance of [Cyber ​​Dragon Infinity], a ridiculous thought arose in his mind...

It seems that all methods are rendered ineffective in the face of this monster.

【Eternal Electronic Dragon】is merely Caesar of Hell's farewell to the past; its symbolic meaning far outweighs its practical significance.

And this [Cyber ​​Dragon Infinite] is the strongest card he currently possesses!

572 The Future Entrusted

【Cyber ​​Dragon Infinite】, this is the ultimate trump card of the Cyber ​​Dragon deck, the ultimate dragon that surpasses all existence.

Although it is a Machine-type card, not a Dragon in the literal sense, its powerful effect, similar to "CNo. 101 Silent Honor Dark Knight" and "Shooting Quasar Dragon," greatly enhances the strength of Cyber ​​Dragon decks, hence its nickname—

【CNo.101 Silent Honor Flowing Sky Electronic Dragon】!

It has the monster-attracting effect of the Dark Knight, the three-color counter of the Meteorite Dragon, and is also easy to obtain with fewer restrictions.

This card effectively fills the gaps in the Cyber ​​Dragon deck.

"...Activate the second effect of [Cyber ​​Dragon Infinite]! Once per turn, you can target 1 face-up Attack Position monster on the field; add that monster underneath this card as Xyz Material."

Extending his arm, Hell Caesar resolutely pointed straight ahead.

Following the direction he was pointing, one could see the [Cyber ​​Ogre] with an attack power of over 8,000 located in front of Principal Samejima, as well as the [Cyber ​​Terminator Dragon] with an attack power of 4000, which was specially summoned through the effect of [Scrap Fusion].

Clearly, one of the two monsters chosen as the lucky audience members will become material for [Cyber ​​Dragon Infinite], and will be pinned down by [Cyber ​​Dragon Infinite].

"Turning monsters into materials? Ryoma! So you're planning to use [Cyber ​​Dragon]..." Hearing Hell Caesar's words, Principal Samejima subconsciously looked at his [Cyber ​​Dragon] on the field.

For electron flow, this monster is an iconic presence, possessing an irreplaceable significance.

It seems that even though he says he doesn't care, Liang really does want to take the card back!

"...I choose [Cyber ​​Ogre]! I will turn it into material for [Cyber ​​Dragon Infinity]."

"Varied……?!"

To Principal Samejima's surprise, Hell Caesar ignored the [Electronic Terminator Dragon] without a second thought or even the slightest hesitation, and instead chose the [Electronic Ogre], which had the highest attack power on the field.

As for the "Electronic Terminator Dragon"...

At least for now, he doesn't take it to heart at all.

【Cyber ​​End Dragon】, this card represents his past naivety and cowardice, and now there is no need to reminisce about it anymore.

My old friend! I have now surpassed you and have seen the new horizon!

"...Go! [Electronic Dragon - Infinite], absorb that eyesore [Electronic Ogre] and make it your power!"

Speaking once again, Hell Caesar gave his final command to the monsters on the field.

Upon receiving the operator's command, the surface of [Electronic Dragon Infinite] immediately emitted bursts of red light.

Like the irresistible gravity of the Earth, the Ultimate Ogre, which had been wreaking havoc on the field, was immediately affected by the red light and uncontrollably began to stride toward [Cyber ​​Dragon Infinity].

Pulled by an irresistible, immense force, and under the astonished gaze of Principal Samejima, the Cyber ​​Ogre was instantly drawn to the front of Cyber ​​Dragon Infinite, whereupon it transformed into a golden sphere of light, becoming a new material for the Xyz Monster.

After acquiring new materials, the attack power of [Cyber ​​Dragon Infinite] was also increased accordingly.

[Cyber ​​Dragon - Infinite] (Attack Power: 2100 → 2500)

"...Attack power has increased?!"

"The attack power of [Cyber ​​Dragon Infinite] will increase by 200 points based on the number of Xyz Materials it contains."

He spoke calmly, explaining the current situation.

Hell Caesar then turned his attention to another monster on his field.

In fact, besides the monster-attracting effect of [Electronic Dragon Infinite], there are other solutions.

Just like...

"Next, I will send [Cyber ​​Dragon Next Generation], which I use as the name of [Cyber ​​Dragon], along with all Machine-Type monsters on both sides' fields except for [Cyber ​​Dragon Infinite], to the Graveyard for a Fusion Summon!"

"...What?!"

"【Cyber ​​Dragon Next Generation】, 【Cyber ​​Superman】, 【Cyber ​​Eternal Dragon】, 【Cyber ​​Terminator Dragon】... No Fusion Spell Card needed, I will send these four Machine-Type monsters from both sides' fields to the Graveyard for a direct Fusion Summon!"

"...Come forth! [Chimera Fortress Dragon] (Attack Power: 0)!!!"