BXBX NOVEL Chapter 185 Shadow Killer
The wind howled, carrying the scent of salt and decay as I stood on the shattered remains of the ship's deck. The ominous presence of the Shadow Kraken loomed over me, its tendrils twitching with an eerie anticipation. The aura of power it exuded seemed to press against my skin, testing my resolve.
My grip tightened on the hilt of my golden Aura Blade. The energy coursing through the blade felt like an extension of my will, a manifestation of my determination to overcome this formidable foe. I knew I had to be strategic, to exploit the weaknesses I had discovered earlier.
The Kraken's obsidian eyes watched me, its intelligence evident even in its otherworldly form. It was as if it could sense my determination, my defiance, and it responded with a guttural hiss that echoed through the air.
Hiss...
I took a step forward, my gaze locked onto the Kraken's eyes. It was a battle of wills as much as it was a physical confrontation. I needed to keep its attention on me, to draw its focus away from the shattered ship and the remaining crew members who clung to debris in the water.
With a deep breath, I focused my Mana, channeling it through the Aura Blade. The golden light intensified, casting a radiant glow in the midst of the darkness. The Kraken's tendrils shifted, a ripple of unease running through its form.
As I continued to stare into those obsidian eyes, I took another step forward. My movements were deliberate, my posture a mix of confidence and readiness. I needed to make the first move, to take control of the battle's pace.
Swish...
With a burst of speed, I lunged forward, my Aura Blade slicing through the air. The Kraken's tendrils reacted, snapping toward me with lightning-fast speed. I twisted my body, narrowly avoiding their grasp, and planted my feet on a piece of debris, launching myself into the air.
As I soared over the Kraken's form, I focused my energy on my next move. With a shout, I channeled my Mana into a powerful shockwave that emanated from my Aura Blade, the golden energy rippling outward like a wave upon striking one of the Kraken's tentacles.
Boom...
The shockwave struck the Kraken's form, and for a moment, its shadowy mass trembled and convulsed. The obsidian eyes glowed with a mixture of anger and surprise as it struggled to regain its equilibrium.
Seizing the opportunity, I landed on another piece of debris and launched myself back toward the Kraken. This time, I aimed for the area where I had detected its weakness before - the spot where its shadowy tentacles seemed less concentrated.
The wind rushed past me as I closed the distance, my Aura Blade gleaming with golden light. The Kraken's tendrils lashed out once more, but this time, I was ready. With a swift sidestep, I narrowly evaded their reach, feeling the displaced air from their movement brush against my skin.
My feet landed on the Kraken's form, and I immediately channeled my Mana into a concentrated strike. The golden light of the Aura Blade blazed as it connected with the weakened spot. The clash of energies was fierce, and for a moment, it felt as if the very fabric of reality shuddered in response.
Crack...
The Kraken's tentacle flickered and spasmed, its obsidian eyes widening in a mix of surprise and pain. I knew I had struck a critical blow, exploiting the vulnerability that came with its colossal size.
The darkness that composed its limb seemed to writhe and convulse as if it were struggling to maintain its shape.
I couldn't afford to let up. I pressed my advantage, launching a rapid series of strikes at the weakened spot. Each blow sent ripples of golden light through the shadowy mass, creating a dissonance that seemed to disrupt the Kraken's very essence.
As I continued to attack, the Kraken's tendrils lashed out with renewed ferocity. I evaded with quick, calculated movements, my instincts honed by past battles. Each strike of the tendrils sent tremors through the debris-strewn deck, a reminder of the intense power at the Kraken's disposal.
Creak...
The ship's timeworn structure strained under the onslaught, and I knew that time was running out. I needed to end this battle before the ship succumbed to the relentless assault. My focus narrowed as I channeled more Mana into my strikes, the golden light of my Aura Blade growing even brighter.
The Kraken's form continued to waver and flicker, its roars of anger and pain echoing through the air. I could see its tendrils becoming more erratic, its attacks less coordinated as the darkness that composed it began to unravel.
With a surge of determination, I launched a final, decisive strike at the weakened spot. The golden light of my Aura Blade blazed with an intensity that seemed to pierce the very heart of the Kraken's tentacle. The clash of energies reached a crescendo, and then, with a resounding crack, the Kraken's limb shattered.
The darkness dissipated, leaving behind a void where the malevolent creature's tendril had once been.
It was as if watching a thousand years of darkness being vanquished in an instant.
As the Kraken's tentacle shattered, a surge of exhilaration washed over me. The battle was far from over, but I had found a way to weaken its grip on this world. The wind carried the echoes of its enraged hiss, a sound that seemed to be drowned out by the triumphant rhythm of my heart.
I leaped off the fragment of the Kraken's tentacle, landing on another piece of debris. The deck beneath me groaned, the ship's structure pushed to its limits.
With renewed determination, I channeled my Mana once more, feeling the power surge through me. The golden light of my Aura Blade blazed as I prepared for the next phase of the battle.
Swish...
The Kraken's remaining tentacles lashed out, a symphony of shadows seeking to ensnare me. But I was prepared. With precise movements and honed reflexes, I danced around the tendrils, avoiding their grasp. The wind seemed to carry whispers of the Kraken's frustration as if it couldn't comprehend how its power was being thwarted.
I focused on the debris around me, using the unstable footing to my advantage. With each leap and twist, I closed in on the Kraken's form, my Aura Blade flashing with golden brilliance as I delivered swift strikes to its remaining tentacles. The darkness recoiled as my blade cut through it, and I could feel its malevolent energy weakening.
Slash...
One by one, the tentacles fell, dissipating into the darkness from which they had emerged. The Kraken's form trembled, its once-mighty presence now diminished. I knew that the final confrontation was near, that the battle was reaching its climax.
Boom...
With a surge of energy, I struck the Kraken's massive form with all the might I had. The shockwave struck the Kraken with a force that seemed to reverberate through the very air itself.
Roarr...
The Kraken let out a deafening roar, a sound that spoke of its desperation and rage.
Seizing the opportunity, I closed the remaining distance between us in a burst of speed. My Aura Blade blazed with an intensity that matched the fire in my eyes. I aimed for the center of the Kraken's form, where its malevolent essence seemed to concentrate.
The clash of energies was a cataclysmic explosion of light and darkness. The golden glow of my Aura Blade battled against the consuming shadow of the Kraken. For a moment, it felt as if time itself had halted as if the entire world was holding its breath.
Crack...
The Kraken's form shattered, its darkness dissipating like smoke carried away by the wind. I stood amidst the wreckage, my chest heaving, my heart pounding. The deck beneath me groaned and creaked, a testament to the intensity of the battle.
As the remnants of the Kraken vanished, the air seemed to sigh with relief. The wind carried a sense of calm that contrasted with the chaos that had unfolded. I looked around, and my eyes met those of many Shadows hiding in between the reeds.
Their obsidian eyes kept shifting from me to the Shadow Kraken's defeated form.
I could tell they were in awe or at least in fear.
I couldn't quite differentiate their feelings, but it was undeniable that they were now aware of my prowess.
"..."
Observing their forms silently, I allowed some of my bloodthirst to radiate from my body.
I have no clue if that would work but fighting another wave of shadows was beyond my capabilities at this moment.
For a moment, a hushed silence hung in the air as the Shadows hesitated, standing there without moving.
Hush...
Suddenly, one by one, the Shadows began to retreat into the reeds, their blurry forms fading into the darkness.
Watching as they disappeared, I couldn't help but sigh in relief.
As the last Shadows vanished from my sight, I stumbled toward the cabin and collapsed on the floor.
I was spent.