Hunter x Hunter: Card Master, the Strongest in the World

boom!

The ground suddenly cracked open, and the floorboards exploded the next moment, creating a large crater. Hyakume-ki lay in the crater, covered in blood.

Smoke and dust rose up, but then the dust in the air gradually subsided.

Lynn looked at the Hundred-Eyed Demon, who was lying unconscious and seriously injured in the pit, and his eyes revealed a thoughtful expression.

Judging from what just happened, Hyakume not only has B+ rank strength, but is also most likely a Specialist, possessing a very rare curse-type Nen ability.

This is a rare talent.

To be honest, it's a real shame to kill him like that.

That curse attack was brilliant; anyone else would have been doomed. Although the cost would have been considerable, it was still quite impressive.

After a moment's deliberation, Lynn decided to use the second effect of the enemy controller to turn Hyakume into his subordinate.

He originally intended to reserve this position for Xiao, who possessed spatial abilities.

However, he is not lacking in spatial abilities. Capone, Unmarked Stretch Box, and even Gengar, the future evolution of Haunter, all have spatial effects.

In comparison, he valued Hyakume's curse ability more.

Enemy Manipulator Effect 2: Sacrifice a card of the corresponding level in exchange for permanent control of the opponent, limited to one person.

Unfortunately, he happened to have a B+ card that wasn't very useful.

Lynn had a slight thought, and a card appeared on his right hand.

It's a trading card from Seri Kamishiro!

He had had the idea of ​​using transaction cards as consumables for a while, and today he could finally put it into practice. If it worked, it would be much more convenient.

B+ is already a very good tier; the only other card of that tier is [Substitute Scarecrow].

The curse just now perfectly demonstrated the scarecrow's value; there's no way he could possibly waste that power.

This transaction card is just right; it saves him the trouble of handing over a corpse.

He could actually submit it and get a B+ grade armor pack, which he could then use as consumables for the enemy's controller.

However, there is always an element of uncertainty. What if Kamishiro Seri is not satisfied? Although the probability is very small, he doesn't need to take that risk. Using the trading card directly is the most suitable option.

Collecting his thoughts, Lynn conjured up the enemy controller, aimed it at the Hundred-Eyed Demon lying on the ground, and successfully connected the signal a few breaths later.

He then placed the trading card on the enemy controller, and the card disappeared instantly, replaced by a new description of the enemy controller.

【Name: Enemy Controller】

[Grade: B+]

[Type: Item Card]

[Background: Yu-Gi-Oh!]

[Description: A special game controller that can sense signals when pointed at another player... Effect 2: Sacrifice a card of the corresponding level to permanently control the opponent. Current controlled target: Hyakume-ki]

From then on, Hyakume became his loyal subordinate, requiring no Nen to control him, essentially having his mind imprinted on him.

The enemy controller only permanently controls the opponent, which is equivalent to a manipulation system. Therefore, Hyakume is not a card character and cannot be turned into a card and recalled like Chopper.

“Chopper, heal him. From now on, he’s one of us,” Lynn said, pointing to Hyakume.

"Huh? Okay." Chopper nodded, and then, with Capone's help, he and Hyakume were sucked into Capone's castle.

The castle has long-term staff and professional medical equipment, which can cure the Hundred-Eyed Demon more quickly.

"Boss, what should we do with him?" Capone lit a cigar, picked up Owl like a chick, and asked Lynn.

Only the owl is still alive; the other kappa has completely died.

Without hesitation, Lynn said, "This person is quite capable. Lock him up in your castle for now, and take these auction items with you as well."

Owl is one of only two space-type Nen users in the original work, so killing him would be a waste. It's better to lock him up first.

"Understood." Upon hearing this, Capone casually handed the owl over and sent it into the castle. Then he collected the piled-up auction items, which were of many kinds, and would take a closer look when they got back.

Lynn then looked at the cards that dropped after defeating Hyakume-ki.

【Name: Shikigami Talisman】

[Rank: B]

[Type: Item Card]

[Background: Onmyoji]

[Description: After use, one shikigami will be randomly selected from the B+ to B- rank. The shikigami originates from the Onmyoji world.]

The description is simple: it's a Shikigami Talisman that, when used, can randomly draw a Shikigami of level B or lower.

Since today is a very auspicious day for him, there is no need to look for another auspicious day. Lynn plans to draw the shikigami on the spot.

The talisman in his hand quickly burned and turned into a white light.

Gazing at the pure white light, Lynn's mind flashed through images of various characters from Onmyoji: Ubume, Inugami, Momiji...

Since the shikigami's level was within B rank, Lynn consciously didn't think about those famous great yokai.

Chapter Fifty-Six: A Bountiful Harvest! The Initial Form of an Ability System!

A few breaths later, a brand new card floated in the air and slowly landed in my hand, with a beautiful ice-blue figure on the card.

Name: Yuki-onna (Snow Woman)

[Rank: B]

[Type: Character Card]

[Background: Onmyoji]

[Introduction: Yuki Onna, an SR shikigami from Onmyoji. Yuki Onna's heart is as cold as her appearance. She only opens her heart to those who are important to her. She can easily unleash various ice-type moves and can possess others, giving them ice-type abilities. However, possessing someone for too long at once will freeze the possessed person.]

It turns out to be a very classic snow woman.

Lynn remembers that Yuki Onna was the first SR shikigami that every Onmyoji player always got, and her abilities were pretty good.

In reality, the Snow Woman's abilities were amplified.

The Snow Woman can easily use ice-related abilities, such as blizzards and ice armor spells, which is very compatible with his [Ice Shape Magic], as they are both ice-based.

At the same time, Yuki-onna can choose to possess one person, enhancing their strength and enabling them to use ice-type abilities, which is very much in line with the identity of a shikigami.

Shikigami are usually the summoned beasts of Onmyoji in Yokai works, fighting alongside Onmyoji as Yokai.

So... what would happen if the Snow Woman possessed him and then used Ice Shape magic?

With this in mind, Lynn immediately chose to possess the Snow Maiden.

Almost instantly, the mental energy he had previously depleted recovered at an even faster rate, and he felt refreshed, as if a continuous stream of power was surging from his body.

At this point, the appearance had not changed.

Then his gaze sharpened, and a chilling aura suddenly erupted from his body. His hair and eyebrows began to turn white, and visible frost formed on his clothes. Even his eyes became more piercing, like solid ice in winter.

Raise your hand.

A large gust of icy wind howled forward, freezing the ground and causing temperatures to plummet. Soon after, a small blizzard began, with fist-sized ice crystals and snowflakes falling from the sky and pattering onto the ground.

After some experimentation, Lynn determined that his Ice Shape magic would be greatly enhanced when he was possessed by the Snow Woman.

No longer confined to shape magic, but possessing a purer ice-based ability, of which shape magic is only a part.

Furthermore, the Snow Woman also shares some of the Nen energy consumption, which is equivalent to a multi-faceted buff that enhances power and reduces energy consumption.

The downside is that you can't possess someone for too long at once. After about ten minutes, you'll feel a little sluggish, and in less than half an hour, you'll get frostbite and be forced to break free of the possession.

However, this time can be extended as one's strength improves, which is not bad.

Less than half an hour is enough for a regular battle.

In his possessed state, he possesses the strength of a B+ level.

After acquiring the Snow Woman, his combat ability was significantly enhanced, and the Snow Woman could gradually increase her strength, which was equivalent to a buff that could grow, making it extremely worthwhile.

Name: Lynn

[Rank: B]

[Character Cards: Capone Bege (B+), Chopper (B), Snow Woman (B), Haunter (B-)]

[Ability Cards: Substitute Scarecrow (B+), Ice-Make Magic (B), Observation Haki (B), Naval Rokushiki (C+), Alchemy Synthesis (C+)]

[Item Cards: Yu-Gi-Oh! Deck (A), Enemy Manipulator (B+), Antidote (B-), Divination Tissue (C+), Seamless Stretch Box (C+)]

【Transaction Card: Long-Term Food Order (A)】

[Evaluation: A skilled Nen user, his combat techniques are constantly improving. He possesses abilities in many areas, making him an all-around fighter. His actual combat strength exceeds his theoretical strength, and he has a promising future.]

Lynn carefully examined his panel. Before he knew it, he already had fifteen cards, even after using some of them.

Currently, his power system is beginning to take shape, with ice-based abilities becoming his primary means of combat.

Secondly, there's Observation Haki and the stand, Scarecrow, which are responsible for dodging and increasing the margin for error.

The importance of the Navy's Six Styles has decreased, and its C+ level capabilities are gradually falling behind.

Among the abilities that are particularly useful to him are Moonwalk, which allows him to fly, and Shave, which allows him to move quickly. Overall, his abilities are more focused on physical combat.

Of course, as he deepens his understanding of the Six Styles of the Navy, he may be able to master the advanced techniques from the original work. In that case, the Six Styles of the Navy could become the core of his close combat and physical skills, filling in any gaps in his abilities.

Ice-based magic as the primary element, physical techniques as a secondary element—this is his current self-positioning, which he will adjust as he acquires more cards.

Despite the increase in the number of cards, his core gameplay remains largely unchanged, still centered around [Ice Shape Magic] and [Naval Six Styles].

It also adds auxiliary items such as [Yuki-onna], [Observation Haki], [Divination Tissue], and [Seamless Stretch Box], making it more comprehensive.

This auction was a huge success.

He successfully played the role of the fisherman, striking when the Yin Beast and the Six Nightwalkers were nearly defeated and wiping them out in one fell swoop.

[Antidote], [Seamless Expansion Box], [Observation Haki], and [Yuki-onna] are the card rewards for this event.

In addition, he also obtained all the auction items from the seven-day auction, as well as Hyakume-ki, a rare curse-type Nen user.

As Lynn reviewed his haul, a look of satisfaction appeared on his face. He wished such good fortune could come a few more times.

After regaining her composure and cleaning up the scene, Lynn returned to the villa.

Before long, news of the attack on the auction spread throughout Yokers and even to more distant areas.

After all, Youkexin is a famous city that holds two large-scale auctions every year, and this is one of them.

So when people heard that no one survived the auction and that all the auction items had been looted by the criminals, they were greatly shocked.

This is not just a slap in the face to the world's mafia, but a brutal beating, leaving their faces bloodied and mangled.

For a time, many people were mocking the gang's lack of awareness of security.

Only a few high-ranking members knew that they had taken countermeasures, and that involved three members of the Shadow Beasts!

Not a single one survived!

They suffered considerable losses at this auction.

Losing the auction items is a minor matter, but cultivating Yin Beasts is not easy. The entire Yin Beast force only has ten members, and a third of them have been lost, including the rare Owl.

As it turned out, they underestimated the "Nightwalking Six Demons" organization... Everyone naturally assumed that the Nightwalking Six Demons had killed everyone and taken the auction items.

No one could have imagined that Lynn would be the final and only winner.

A few days later, inside the luxury villa.

A cup of tea stood quietly on the table, and the next moment a hand grasped it; the hand belonged to Lynn.

Lynn sat on the sofa, silently sipping his tea while listening to the report from Hyakume beside him.

Chopper is a well-known doctor in the anime, and he can heal even Doumeki, who is seriously injured, in just a few days.

Seeing that Hyakume had recovered, Lynn asked him to explain his background and specific abilities. Hyakume listened to Lynn's words and told him everything in detail.