Want to play cards? I'll use my King's Deck!

Having done everything he could in this round, Yu Xi, panting heavily, said to Hong Lian, "It seems the power of 'Salvation' isn't useless, is it?"

Although the victory was not yet complete, the advantage that Honglian had painstakingly built up in the previous round was almost entirely destroyed by Youxi.

The "Moonflower Dragon Black Rose" and "Kurikara Tendou" were no longer effective and were just meat shield minions. The "True Crimson Lotus Demon" that survived by chance was no match for "Flowing Heaven Savior Star Dragon".

Generally speaking, with "Flowing Sky Savior Star Dragon" at this stage of a duel, Yu Xi should be considered to have the upper hand.

However, You Xi did not dare to let his guard down.

He felt that this duel would not be decided so easily.

as predicted.

"I have indeed witnessed the power of 'Flowing Heaven Salvation.' But even 'Salvation' is only a fraction of that guy's power. Even he couldn't defeat me, so this alone is far from enough to defeat me! My turn, draw a card!"

Gently brushing away the dust that had accumulated from the intense clash of the duel, Crimson Lotus's golden eyes shone even brighter.

A card came into His hand in accordance with His will, but He was in no hurry to play it immediately.

"The time is almost here, Izumi Yuki. Let me show you what a Crimson Rising Star is all about."

He raised his hand, and several earthbound gods appeared in the sky around him.

Then it turned into flames and was completely absorbed into its body.

The fluctuations in Feel that Youxi sensed surged in an instant!

Chapter 237 Double Star Adjustment! True Crimson Lotus Nova Dragon! (4k5)

"It's over! 'The Harpy's Pet Phantom Dragon' can directly attack the player when it possesses an excess of materials—[Phantom Holy Flame]!"

"Ah ah ah ah ah!!"

A girl's delicate shout rang out, accompanied by flames spewed from the giant dragon kept by the "Harpy".

The raging flames of "Earthbound God" were unstoppable, pouring down on the Darkmarker and burning away his remaining LP points.

"Phew—oh dear, we finally won! That was really dangerous!"

Watching her opponent fall, Xingye Wu let out a long breath, then asked her two teammates who had fought alongside her, "How's it going? Wendy, Jonouchi, how's your battle going?"

"Is there even a need to ask? How could something this simple be a problem for me!"

"It's just so-so."

Xingye Mai was the fastest of the three to defeat the enemy, but Wendy and Jonouchi Ranpo were not slow either.

Ranpo Jonouchi faced a Dark Signer who used "Earthbound God Chaku Challia," a "Earthbound God" that resembled an orca and whose effect was that the opponent could not enter the battle phase if the Guardian was present.

This effect is quite troublesome for duelists who rely on aggressive tactics, but unfortunately he encountered Jonouchi Ranpo, a Red-Eyes user.

The "Red-Eyes" deck lacks everything else, but it doesn't lack ways to burn through enemy health.

After several rounds of mutual torment, the Darkmarkers were the first to give in. They were defeated with a single [Terminator Black Flame Bullet] from the "Dark Demon Dragon".

As for Wendy, there's even less to worry about.

"Testaros the Fel Emperor" can be Tribute Summoned by Tributing 1 monster your opponent controls and 1 of your own Tribute Monsters.

"If a Tribute Summon is successful, randomly banish 1 card from your opponent's hand and inflict 1000 damage. If a Tribute Summon is successful using a Level 8 or higher monster, you can banish 1 more card from the field. If the banished monster is a FIRE or DARK monster, inflict damage to your opponent equal to that monster's Level x 200."

Surrounded by skeletal ghosts and hellfire, the 10-star Emperor stood silently behind the green-haired girl.

The wave of fire he unleashed not only engulfed the Spider Lands' Binder God, but also caused its Darkmarkers to fall before the Emperor's majesty.

"Now all the problems here are solved."

Looking at the three people lying on the ground with their mouths open and eyes closed, Xing Yewu couldn't help but feel satisfied.

They achieved a resounding victory this time.

Furthermore, judging from the duel and the exchanged words, it seems that due to concerns about the existence of traitors and to avoid unnecessary interference, there are no other defensive forces besides these Dark Markers in the [Doomsday Bell] underground lair. In other words, as long as these people are defeated here, there's no need to worry about Yu Xi encountering any other problems afterward.

Although there was Uncle Logan guarding the gate, Xingyewu believed that Youxi could not be stopped by this difficulty.

"By now, Xiao Xi should already be fighting with the High Priest, right?"

Xing Yewu guessed, "That tremor just now was really strong. Maybe it was the climax?"

"I don't know."

After the duel, Wendy took a lollipop from her snack bag, chewed on it to replenish her sugar levels, and said slowly, "Anyway, there shouldn't be anything for us here. Should we go after Youxi? Maybe we can still make it in time?"

"Is there even a question? Of course we're going!"

Ranpo, without even thinking, said it.

"How could we miss such a battle if we had the chance? Besides, if Yuki loses, we'll have to step in!"

As he spoke, Jonouchi Ranpo, who was still excited about winning the duel, seemed to be able to see himself inheriting Yuuki's dying will and resolutely launching a new challenge against the main villain.

Hearing this, Xing Yewu's expression showed slight dissatisfaction.

"What are you saying, Jonouchi-kun? How can you wish bad luck for your companions?"

"Uh, that's not what I meant, it's just... wait, what's that?"

After being reprimanded by Hoshinobu, Ranpo Jōnei realized the problem with his words and was about to correct himself. But halfway through his explanation, he noticed something amiss out of the corner of his eye and quickly spoke up to remind him.

Following Ranpo's gaze, the two girls were also surprised to find that the flames that had consumed the dark blue flames after the Dark Marker executives they had defeated were defeated in the dark duel did not disappear.

Instead, the flames formed enormous earthbound gods within the vast hall.

These earthbound gods raised their heads and roared to the sky, as if responding to some call, before transforming back into flames and rushing straight into the sky.

Then came a wave of sensation that could be felt even through the deep strata of the earth.

"Could it be that those cultists' plot has succeeded? Who is Yu Xi fighting against?"

"Xiao Xi..."

……

"That is!?"

As the ground painting transformed into flames and was absorbed into the red lotus's body, a feeling and pressure far greater and more terrifying than before suddenly overwhelmed them.

You Xi's eyes narrowed, and he became extremely wary.

"You absorbed all the 'Earthbound Gods'?"

"It's not quite right to say it's absorbed; the more accurate term is 'reclaimed'."

Having just enjoyed a hearty meal, Honglian revealed a satisfied expression and patiently explained, "From the very beginning, these Earthbound Gods were lower-level beings that I separated. It's only natural that they've returned now. With their power, I can finally unleash my true abilities. Izumi Yuki, you've given me the long-lost sight of Savior Synchronization, so I'll show you my true form in return."

"When you control a Synchro Monster of Level 8 or higher, Special Summon 'Creator Resonator' from your hand."

"Creator of Resonance, Level 3/Wind/Demonic/Tuner" "ATK: 800/DEF: 600"

The drawn card was photographed, and a tuning fork demon with a fan floating behind it materialized.

Following closely behind, a plant with a single eye growing on its rhizome was summoned.

"Then, normally summon 'Growing Bulb,' a 1-star 'Bulb,' and a 3-star 'Creator Resonator' to double-target the 8-star 'Crimson Lotus Demon'!"

1 star! +3 star! +8 stars! =12 stars!

The moment Honglian finished speaking, the tuning forks collided and rang out, and four exploding rings of fire surrounded and enveloped the "True Crimson Lotus Demon" that remained from the previous round.

Crimson Lotus had previously demonstrated the power of dual star manipulation once, when a terrifying demonic dragon named "Crimson Lotus Demon Lord Evil" descended.

Now, amidst the boiling red lotus flames, the "True Crimson Lotus Demon" has undergone a completely new evolution, displaying a form entirely different from the previous one.

"King and demon, now meet here. Raging, raging souls, let your cries shake the heavens and earth! Synchro Summon! Come forth, 'Red-Eyes Nova Dragon'!!"

"Red-Eyes Nova Dragon, Level 12/Dark/Dragon/Synchro" "ATK: 3500/DEF: 3000"

"Adjust 2 units + [Crimson Lotus Demon Dragon]"

"Roar--!!"

"This is Crimson Lotus's last and strongest trump card..."

Crimson flames transformed into armor, and soaring through the sky was an extremely powerful dragon that perfectly fused with the power of the Crimson Lotus Demon.

You Xi's eyes widened, sensing immense pressure.

If "Crimson Lotus Demon King" symbolizes an unyielding and domineering nature, then "True Crimson Lotus Nova Dragon" represents pure violence.

"Hahaha! Even the Savior Synchronization Technique is no match for my Crimson Nova!"

Crimson Lotus raised her finger to the sky, exuding an aura of invincibility: "The attack power of the 'True Crimson Lotus Nova Dragon' increases based on the number of units in the graveyard!"

This card gains 500 ATK for each Tuner in your Graveyard.

Since the start of the duel, Guren had already sent countless adjustments into the graveyard. With Guren's declaration, the souls of these adjustments transformed into wisps of flame that flew out of the graveyard and were absorbed into the body of "True Guren Nova Dragon," causing its size and power to rise to an extremely terrifying level.

"True Crimson Nova Dragon, ATK: 3500→8000"

"Attack power 8000...!"

It reached this level entirely on its own, without needing any other cards. Even without any health points, taking its attack head-on would instantly kill it. Let alone Yuki now.

"Your current health is only 2600, and the 'Flowing Sky Savior Star Dragon' has an attack power of only 4000. Once the 'True Crimson Lotus Nova Dragon' attacks, you're finished!"

Honglian was confident of victory, but Youxi had no intention of giving up.

"No! There's still hope! The instant 'Crimson Nova Dragon' is successfully Special Summoned, the effect of 'Miracle of Light' activates! I can Special Summon 1 Tuner from my hand. Summon 'Quick-Play Synchron'!"

"Quick-Solve Synchron, Rank 5 / Wind / Machine / Tuner" "ATK: 700 / DEF: 1400"

Yu Xi slammed the card down, and following the trajectory drawn on the magic card, the cowboy-dressed figure leaped into the arena.

Seeing the rather unimpressive Western cowboy's physique and overall appearance, Honglian felt a little puzzled.

"What's the point of summoning this weakling now? It can't protect you from the 'Crimson Lotus Nova Dragon's' attack."

"What matters is its grade!"

Yu Xi said, "When a Level 5 or higher monster is successfully Special Summoned to my field, your 'Moonlight Dragon Black Rose' will be forced to activate its effect. Although its effect has already been negated, at that very moment, 'Sky Savior Dragon's' effect activates!"

[Once per turn, you can activate this effect when your opponent activates it. This card is banished until the End Phase, negating and banishing that activation.]