The Vastness of Magical Destiny
Chapter 862: Volume 27: Sudden Gust - 3: Improved Puppet

Chapter 862: Volume 27: Sudden Gust Chapter 3: Improved Puppet

The reputation of a Heavenly Knight is indeed not to be taken lightly. Given Solonberg’s choice, to suffer such a defeat under these circumstances was deplorable. If it weren’t for Komer’s timely intervention twice, even if Solonberg did not perish on the spot, he would likely have to languish in bed for several months afterward. Komer’s eyes remained serenely tranquil. Vladimir Koff’s eagerness to try had not gone unnoticed, and instead of dampening his own spirits, Solonberg’s fate further ignited Komer’s fighting will. To duel with such a master was exactly why he had come; he could imagine how greatly such a battle would hone and improve his own abilities.

"Vladimir Koff, do you wish to give it a try as well?" Komer’s brow furrowed slightly. The strength of Solonberg and Vladimir Koff was evenly matched, and the level of the three Heavenly Knights should be similar. Vladimir Koff against that leisurely, self-contented Heavenly Knight in the middle was likely to face bad odds, but the frenzy in his eyes already revealed his thoughts. For these Dark Warriors, the opportunity to enhance their own power, especially against a Warrior of Light, was likely more tempting than the dear love of life itself, and he simply could not refuse the other’s request.

"Of course, my Lord. Please allow me to have a go. I have long admired Heavenly Knights, and I cannot forsake such an opportunity. No matter the outcome, it will not thwart my will," said Vladimir Koff, standing tall.

Shaking his head with a wry smile, Komer did not want to continue in this way. This would only cause them to fall into the rhythm set by the others. If Solonberg had taken the stage for a duel, there might still be a desire to test the waters with the opponent, but now there was not much point. Vladimir Koff could take to the field, and Shatima could do the same, but it wouldn’t be just fighting. He needed to act according to his own plan.

"Vladimir Koff, since you treasure this opportunity so much, I will grant your wish. I hope you will gain something from this battle. Shatima, it looks like you are also impatient. Go then, that short and chubby knight will surely satisfy your curiosity," Komer put aside his initial contempt, "Mihailovich, reveal your trump card. You will support Vladimir Koff and Shatima. Leave the three Heavenly Knights to you, with Newman covering on the side."

The face of the lead Heavenly Knight changed subtly, as he suddenly realized that Komer did not seem inclined to follow the expected one-on-one duels. Instead, Komer had dispatched two knights and a Mage to challenge the three of them, with another Mage-looking fellow lurking beside, eyeing them hungrily. Dealing with Mages one-on-one and vanquishing them was not difficult, but once they partnered with knights, the situation would dramatically change. The organic combination of Magic and martial arts could unleash unimaginable power. Although they were confident in their superior martial arts, to accept such a challenge was utterly senseless.

"Mr. Komer, such an arrangement seems rather unscrupulous. Is this supposed to be your noble grace? I cannot imagine how you managed to blend into nobility," said the central Heavenly Knight, visibly perturbed. His handkerchief was tied into a beautiful floral pattern hanging beneath the knight’s badge on his chest, his Knight’s Sword hanging naturally by his side, while the other short and chubby knight seemed even more composed, continually lifting his halberd axe as if weighing up the one across from him clad in a suit of iron lamellar armor.

"Be it in the style of a noble or that of a scoundrel, the three of you, Heavenly Knights, must understand that our relationship now is one of life and death hostility. It is not impossible for me to display gentlemanly manners, the next time you visit the Caucasus, I will make every effort to show you what it means to be a gentleman. But this time, I think I’ll do things my way." As Komer finished his sentence, a savage smile filled his lips, "Vladimir Koff, Mihailovich, what are you waiting for?"

As soon as Komer urged them on, Mihailovich hesitated no longer. Almost before the others could notice, a Metal Magic Doll had silently risen beside him. With a touch of tenderness, he caressed the motionless Puppet Magic Doll, his eyes filled with affection and regret. The three Heavenly Knights before him were of a caliber far beyond ordinary people, and his Metal Magic Doll might find it difficult to emerge unscathed this time. However, since things had come to this juncture, retreating was no longer possible. All he could do was to maximize the power of the Metal Magic Doll and coordinate well with the two Sir Knights and the lady in their attack, ensuring victory in this deadly fight.

The appearance of the Metal Magic Doll immediately put the three Heavenly Knights on high alert. A Puppet Mage? This was an obscure type of mage they had yet to encounter, and the uniquely designed, exquisitely crafted Metal Magic Doll made them realize this war might not be as easily resolved as they had imagined.

The silvery Magic Metal glinted under the sunshine with an engaging elegance, its shovel-shaped arms had been modified. No longer the simple straight limb seen at its first appearance, it now had multiple joints that allowed for flexible direction change, and most prominent was the cold, bloodthirsty blade-like spike. The flat head had a sharp protrusion on top, with lethal, conical pieces distributed across the head, knees, wrists, elbows, and shoulders. Almost every vital joint was protected by these special conical protrusions, which also served as sudden attack points in close combat.

Even Komer couldn’t help but narrow his eyes at the sight of this Puppet Magic Doll. No wonder Mihailovich had been so scarce recently, and he even requested another large piece of Wisdom Ink Crystal from him. It seemed he truly had accomplished something significant.

This new creation came as such a pleasant surprise to him. The Metal Magic Doll, compared to its predecessor, had obviously improved in both combat effectiveness and adaptability. It had undergone significant changes not only in its arm attack apparatus but had also seen its defensive capabilities and passive attack power enhanced. It was indeed a feat for Mihailovich to have managed to construct an entirely new Magic Doll in just a matter of months.

While the three Heavenly Knights’ attention was focused on the newly unveiled Metal Magic Doll, Shatima had already quietly finished her preparations for battle. The etiquette and rules of knights held no sway over her. With such a hard-earned opportunity for combat at hand, she only wanted to brutalize her adversaries. However, the fate of Solonberg had reminded her that achieving victory required even more thorough preparation. (To be continued. For more information, please visit www.qidian.com. More Chapters are available, support the author, support authorized reading!)