That protagonist is trash; I could do better!

Left wrist·Tianhui base plate

The runes flowed, connecting with the magic foundation of this world, devouring true etheric elements, and then connecting to the body's magic circuits, constantly changing and refining magic power in seconds, before converging with the katana blade.

Although Amakusa Shiro Tokisada was not a magician, he was strengthened to some extent during the Age of Gods due to the characteristics of his Noble Phantasm.

The gleam of the blade of the katana, Miike Denta, became even fainter, almost imperceptible to the naked eye.

Let's end it here!

Amakusa Shiro Tokisada stepped forward, and the blade that slashed down was different from any other time before. It was simple and unadorned, just like the straight slash that a swordsman unleashes when practicing the way of the sword.

Tenryu Kyoujin-ryu - One Slash

Amakusa Shiro Tokisada was known as a child prodigy from a young age. In an era when swordsmanship was prevalent, he was a swordsman who could stand out from the crowd. Moreover, having been tempered by war, his swordsmanship was an absolute killing art.

In an instant, Hall's magic eye also noticed the change in Amakusa Shiro Tokisada, and a subtle amusement appeared in his eyes.

He raised his spear to block Amakusa Shiro Tokisada's direct strike.

boom!

The gun exploded, and the surging magic instantly pushed the two people apart.

Amakusa Shiro Tokisada seemed to have anticipated this, and strode forward, unleashing a second sharp sword strike towards Hall's shoulder.

The sword flashed, its traces unpredictable.

This battle is about determining a winner, not taking lives.

Suddenly, Amakusa Shiro Tokisada, who was preparing to end the battle, felt a sense of alarm, stopped in his tracks, and decisively drew his sword to defend himself.

Clang! Clang!

With two clear ringing sounds, Amakusa Shiro Tokisada's body was sent flying backward, his katana trembling slightly as he stared at Hall emerging from the smoke: "A trap, huh? So you were waiting for this moment too."

“Your sense of smell is a bit too sharp, or perhaps I should say that the Revelation skill is too troublesome, so I plan to use all my strength to end this battle.” Hall emerged from the smoke and dust, having reforged two weapons in his hands, and smiled, “I’m a man with some skills too. Congratulations, you’ve now entered the second stage.”

Hall was originally skilled in using dual swords, and due to the Mystic Eyes' ability to perform spiritual calculations and mind-splitting, the power he could unleash with dual swords was far beyond the level of 1+1=2.

Hall could easily use the Six Harmonies Spear Technique with one hand and the spear technique he learned from Scáthach with the other.

Strengths are multiplied, and weaknesses are complemented.

Therefore, Hall's current weapons are not two spears, but a spear, a longsword, and a "pistol" that he just forged to launch the True Aether Collapse Technique. It is a degraded version of one of the seven world-destroying weapons of the Atlas Institute, a disposable toy.

There is a long sword nearby.

There is a long spear

There were pistols in the distance.

The standard setup for a Blademaster.

Amakusa Shiro Tokisada looked at Hall's attire and smiled wryly: "Not only are you skilled with a gun, but you can also use a sword? Are you really a magician?"

"Times have changed," Hall chuckled, raising his spear with his right hand and gripping his sword hilt tightly with his left.

Among the onlookers, Leonidas I was astonished by Hall's array of weapons and quite puzzled: "Since he can wield weapons with both hands, yet did not choose a shield, spear, or sword, focusing solely on offense, he is an extraordinary warrior but not a qualified soldier."

Fuma Kotaro shook his head: "This fighting style is very similar to that of ninjas, relying on trickery. The difference is that he is a warrior, so this fighting style is an outright heresy. Since his spear skills have reached the pinnacle, if his swordsmanship cannot keep up, the battle will only be a mess."

Leonidas I laughed heartily and said, "The battle just now has proven that he is an outstanding warrior. Choosing this fighting style must mean he has exceptional abilities."

I found a design illustration that is more suitable for the Saber class Amakusa.

Chapter 354 Decisiveness Leads to Freedom

"I'm coming, Amakusa."

Upon hearing Hall's well-intentioned reminder, Amakusa Shiro Tokisada didn't have time to think it through and drew his katana.

The instant Hall's body vanished from its spot, Amakusa Shiro Tokisada's pupils contracted, and he simultaneously saw the flash of a blade.

Similar to Hall's initial gun technique, it concentrates power into a single point, achieving incredible speed while maintaining precise penetration.

However, the indomitable and sharp edge of the past is gone.

If that's the case, then it's not like we can't defend ourselves.

With his keen insight, he anticipated the trajectory of the incoming spear and dodged to the side, parrying the spear with his longsword.

Clang!

Sparks flew, just as Amakusa Shiro Tokisada had imagined, and he parried the spear even more easily than he had expected.

However, the sense of crisis felt by Amakusa Shiro Tokisada was even stronger.

The next moment, he saw the sword light, swift and sharp, aimed straight at his neck.

what!

Amakusa Shiro Tokisada hurriedly drew his sword to defend, deflecting the spear blade. The sword's edge drew a beautiful arc as it blocked the incoming longsword from below, but his body was knocked back several meters by the powerful force.

Before he could regroup, Amakusa Shiro Tokisada saw the cold glint of the spear blade again.

Clang! Clang! Clang!

With a series of metallic clangs, Amakusa Shiro Tokisada barely managed to block Hall's attack, but he himself was already in a panic and had to retreat hastily.

what happened?

What attacked it?

What did you see?

Amakusa Shiro Tokisada was completely bewildered. He had indeed blocked Hall's attack, but what he experienced was an unprecedented sense of confusion.

Neither the spear nor the sword, individually, is particularly fast; both are within his parrying range.

When the gun and sword are combined, the gun moves and the sword follows, creating a fierce attack that leaves no opening.

The cooperation was beyond his expectations; Amakusa Shiro Tokisada even had the illusion that he was being attacked by two people using different weapons.

One wave subsides, another rises.

Seeing the spear sweep across, fully utilizing its length advantage, Amakusa Shiro Tokisada could only defend himself by bracing his hands against the blade.

boom!

Amakusa Shiro Tokisada's body trembled as he was thrown back by the powerful force, barely managing to maintain his balance.

"My strength has increased!"

"and!"

The chilling sense of crisis never disappeared. He saw Hall sheathe his longsword and swiftly draw a strange weapon from his waist.

boom!

The degraded True Aether Element Collapse Technique bullet struck Amakusa Shiro Tokisada's blade, deflecting him and nearly sending him flying.

Hall strode forward, unleashing the Six Harmonies Spear Technique, mimicking Bajiquan, and with the powerful intent of fist, raised his spear and struck Amakusa Shiro Tokisada with immense force.

"Oops!"

Amakusa Shiro Tokisada did not want to take the Six Harmonies Spear Technique head-on, but he was already overwhelmed by Hall's fierce offensive and had no choice.

boom!

Amakusa Shiro Tokisada raised his long swords with both hands to parry, sparks flew, and the mud beneath his feet crumbled.

Hall had anticipated this. The moment his spear was parried, he stepped out with the Eight Extremes Step and unleashed a sword strike with his left hand.

Amakusa Shiro Tokisada had no choice but to retreat hastily, using his last bit of strength to dodge the sword light. His expression changed drastically, and what awaited him was still Hall's swung spear.

boom!

Amakusa Shiro Tokisada took a solid hit to the waist with an unavoidable spear thrust, sending his body flying and rolling a great distance.

Amakusa Shiro Tokisada propped himself up, blood seeping from his Japanese robe, indicating serious injuries.

"Shall we continue?" Hall asked, still wanting more. After entering "Sword Saint" mode, Amakusa Shiro Tokisada was even more vulnerable than expected.

"..."

"Ah, please stay with me a little longer. As a samurai, I cannot easily accept defeat."

Amakusa Shiro Tokisada nodded heavily, one hand reaching to his waist, the rune base plate wrapped around his arm emitting light, healing his physical injuries.

Amakusa Shiro Tokisada was originally known for his expertise in Western medicine.

Its extraordinary abilities, including the power to revive the dead and heal the wounded, have become part of the Servant's skills.

Hall's smile deepened: "It would be too boring if it weren't like this."

The audience outside the arena was stunned. Just a minute ago, Amakusa Shiro Tokisada had the advantage, but now it seemed like he was at a complete disadvantage.

Fuma Kotaro sighed softly, "That Amakusa Shiro Tokisada has already lost."

"This is truly chaotic, no... it should be said astonishing. It's not the shields that are effective in his hands; the spears and swords are far more useful." Leonidas I nodded in deep agreement, having also grasped the situation of the battle.

The brief exchange demonstrated that Amakusa Shiro Tokisada was no match for Hall in close combat, a fact that Amakusa Shiro Tokisada himself understood.

"Hu~~"

Amakusa Shiro Tokisada took a deep breath, the metallic smell of blood filling his lungs. The temporary treatment couldn't fully heal his physical injuries. Seeing Hall re-establish his stance, he couldn't help but smile bitterly: "The situation has completely reversed, but we can't give up so easily. That was decided back then..."

His army, along with 30,000 civilians, was surrounded by 100,000 soldiers of the shogunate. After the city fell, they were all slaughtered. At that moment, he decided that he would not give up any opportunity easily and would no longer accept defeat.

Now he is at a disadvantage, facing spears, swords, and strange ranged weapons.

The net was inescapable, stretching endlessly. His spiritual foundation granted him the ability to see the true and false mind, as well as revelations, which he was powerless to defend against. He lost to Hall purely in terms of combat skills.

boom!

Hall stepped forward instantly, his breathing steady. The magic power circulating in his body strengthened his physical body, and each step created a small crater in the ground. His speed was beyond the range of human vision.

His body shot out like a cannonball, all his power flowing into the spear as it swept outwards.

boom!

Amakusa Shiro Tokisada gritted his teeth and parried with his sword. Sparks flew continuously where the blades clashed, and the terrifying force seemed to pierce through his body. As if he were being rammed by a chariot, he was sent flying dozens of meters away.

Hall remained calm, silently chanting an incantation: "Circulation, strengthening."

The light patterns on his right arm, which held the spear, grew brighter, unleashing a power that completely overwhelmed Amakusa Shiro Tokisada, sending him flying into the air. At the same time, he drew his Mystic Code Pistol and pulled the trigger.