Chapter 48: Balance Between Strength And Weakness
Queen Archandia couldn't believe that both James and King Vladimir had been knocked out unconscious by Illidan. She rushed to their side, relieved to find that they were still alive.
"It's nice to see you here, Queen Archandia," Illidan said.
"Illidan?" Queen Archandia asked, her voice laced with surprise.
"Yes, it's me. I'm sorry I didn't get to bid farewell to your mother," Illidan replied.
"Why did you choose to become a Titan?" Queen Archandia inquired.
"I have no reason to live as a mortal after Zeo took my precious daughter's life. I need to avenge her loss, and becoming a Titan was the only way I knew to gain the power to kill Zeo," Illidan explained.
"Did you defeat James and Vladimir because of their weaknesses?" Queen Archandia asked.
"They were defeated by their own weaknesses, and I was merely the instrument that taught them a harsh lesson. Unfortunately, they weren't ready to face it," Illidan said.
Illidan's eyes seemed to hold a deep sadness, and Queen Archandia knew that he was once a mortal with a tragic past. He was the strongest Blood Attuned being of his time, with wealth that could buy a planet. His daughter, Athena, was Queen Archandia's older sister, and Zeo's brutal murder of her had driven Illidan to desperation.
"James is a warrior who can change the universe, along with Ian, and there's a slim chance for you to defeat him," Queen Archandia said.
James slowly stood up, his determination evident in his voice. "This battle isn't over yet, Illidan. I may have many weaknesses, but they will serve as my strength to beat you. Perfection is not the key to victory; it's your own will to win!"
"If you can prove it to me, then I'll lend you my power. You have to defeat and kill me, James," Illidan said.
James activated his God Mode Limit Break, his confidence unwavering. "This is all I've got, and it will lead me to defeat you."
"You really don't understand the nature of your weakness, James. Let me show you why it's impossible for you to defeat me in that state," Illidan said.
James unleashed the Super Solar Rush Limit Break while activating the Holy Crane God Mode and casting the Hyper Spectrum Beam Limit Break at close range. However, Illidan dodged the attack with ease.
"How?!" James shouted, panting in shock.
"As you can see, James, speed can't bring me down. I've already cast my Blood Manipulation Spell, so I'm aware of your next moves," Illidan explained.
Illidan gathered the scattered blood of James and Vladimir, creating a super blood blast attack, the ErythroBlast.
"This is my ultimate attack, James. I'll make sure you're terminated by your own blood and your brother's," Illidan said.
The ErythroBlast hit James with tremendous force, knocking him down unconscious despite his speed being beyond the speed of light.
"Jamessssssss!!!" Queen Archandia screamed, tears streaming down her face. She rushed to James's side, sensing that he was no longer breathing.
"No, James, wake up!" Queen Archandia yelled, cradling James's lifeless body.
King Vladimir regained consciousness, his eyes blazing with anger as he saw Queen Archandia holding James's body. Without hesitation, he launched a fierce attack on Illidan, gathering all his blood and linking it with the third super blood spell of Viluz, the Plasma Take Over.
The Plasma Take Over increased the effectiveness of King Vladimir's blood magic a hundredfold. He cast the Blood Lust PTO, and Illidan was affected, becoming paralyzed.
King Vladimir then cast the Blood Manipulation PTO, using the fourth super blood spell of Viluz, the Plasma Death Grip. Illidan vomited his own blood and was knocked out unconscious.
"How did you do that, Your Majesty?" Queen Archandia asked, shocked by King Vladimir's display of power.
"I don't know, Your Highness. I'm just out of power now. I hope that would kill him," King Vladimir said, panting heavily before fainting.
Illidan regained consciousness, his expression unreadable.
"This can't be. He's really strong," Queen Archandia thought.
"You did well, Vladimir. But that was just unlucky for you. Your passion overflowed and became your strength, inflicting tremendous damage on me. Unfortunately, I'm an immortal, and no mortal can kill me," Illidan said.
Illidan gathered blood again, preparing to deliver the ErythroBlast to King Vladimir. Queen Archandia shielded King Vladimir, but James suddenly rushed in to block Illidan's attack, protecting them.
"I guess you overcame your weaknesses, James. You really deserve my power," Illidan said.
"This isn't about my weaknesses, Illidan. It's about my compassion to protect my loved ones!" James yelled, his determination unwavering.
"Hmmm, you're still naive, James, but you really impressed me with your abilities. I know you're not an ordinary mortal. Your Soul attunement is starting to make you even stronger," Illidan said.
"I understand and I'm aware of my strengths and weaknesses, Illidan. That's why this will prove that your concept about perfection is wrong," James said.
James closed his eyes, focusing to upgrade his Limit Break. The sixth super solar spell of Heat activated, the Divine Flare. James linked the Limit Break with the Divine Flare to acquire the Divine Break Mode.
"This is unbelievable. You really surpassed my expectations, James," Illidan said, his eyes widening in surprise.
"I'm not going to use any Soul spell to beat you, Illidan. Our strengths are enough to defeat you. We will get your power!" James yelled, his confidence and determination radiating from his voice.
"You are confidently strong-willed, James. It's my pleasure to fight you," Illidan said, a hint of admiration in his voice.
"You're a good teacher, Illidan, but your theories are not applicable to all situations," James replied, his eyes locked onto Illidan's.
The air was charged with tension as James and Illidan faced off, their powers locked in a fierce battle. The outcome was far from certain, but one thing was clear: only one of them would emerge victorious.
James and Illidan clashed, their powers locked in a fierce battle. James unleashed a barrage of attacks, but Illidan's Blood Manipulation Spell allowed him to anticipate and dodge each strike.
Illidan retaliated with a wave of blood-tipped projectiles, but James activated his Divine Break Mode, increasing his speed and agility. He dodged the projectiles with ease and countered with a powerful blast of energy.
The two warriors exchanged blows, their movements lightning-fast. James's Limit Breaks pushed Illidan to his limits, but the Titan's sheer power and experience kept him in the fight.
As the battle raged on, James began to tire. Illidan's relentless assault and his own injuries took their toll. But James refused to give up, drawing on his determination to protect his loved ones.
With a surge of energy, James launched a desperate attack, combining his Limit Breaks with his Divine Break Mode. Illidan stumbled back, his defenses breached.
But Illidan's resilience proved formidable. He absorbed the impact and counterattacked with a devastating blast of blood energy. James barely dodged the attack, his agility and quick reflexes saving him from certain doom.
The fight continued, each warrior pushing the other to new heights. James's determination and Illidan's experience made for a clash of titans, with the outcome hanging precariously in the balance.
Queen Archandia watched anxiously, her heart racing with every near-miss and blow exchanged between James and Illidan. She knew James's determination and strength, but Illidan's power and experience made him a formidable opponent.
King Vladimir, still recovering from his earlier exertion, struggled to stand, his eyes fixed on the battle. "James...be careful," he whispered, his voice barely audible.
Zion, observing from a distance, nodded in approval. "James is strong, but Illidan's power is on a different level. This battle will be a true test of James's abilities."
As the fight raged on, Queen Archandia's worry grew. She knew James's limits, and Illidan's relentless assault was pushing him to the edge. She wanted to intervene, but she knew James needed to prove himself.
Illidan's counterattack sent James flying across the battlefield. Queen Archandia gasped, her heart in her throat. But James quickly regained his footing, his determination burning brighter than ever.
"This is incredible," Zion said, his eyes shining with excitement. "James's resolve is unbreakable. He's going to push himself to the limit."
Queen Archandia's anxiety turned to hope as she saw James's determination. She knew he would do everything to protect her and King Vladimir. The battle was far from over, and the outcome was still uncertain.