The academy shuddered beneath the force of Doojin’s spells. Rubble and debris hovered midair, caught in the chaotic currents of dark energy emanating from the villainous mage. The sky above twisted unnaturally, clouds roiling in patterns that resembled ominous sigils. Even the professors, seasoned and powerful, had retreated behind reinforced wards, their chants strained as they attempted to shield the academy’s structures from complete annihilation.
Koha staggered to his feet, his body weak from previous battles, every breath a struggle. Yet his eyes burned with a renewed intensity, glowing faintly as a small, intricate magic circle formed in each iris. He could feel the lingering presence of the dark energy surrounding Doojin, the threat looming like a shadow over the entire courtyard. He clenched his fists.
“You…” Koha whispered, voice low, almost trembling. “You won’t destroy this place. Not today…”
The three allies—Rio, Huo, and Yin—stood beside him, ready to lend their strength. Their combined presence formed a small aura of hope amidst the encroaching darkness, yet even they knew Koha’s current energy was insufficient for a direct confrontation.
Doojin hovered above the shattered courtyard, arms crossed, an almost amused smile playing across his lips. His dark robes swirled with malignant sigils, the air around him vibrating with raw power. “Ah… Koha,” he said calmly, voice like steel velvet. “I can sense your hesitation, your fatigue. And yet… even now, you cling to life. Fascinating.”
Before Koha could respond, Doojin released 破滅黒龍 (Hametsu Kokuryū) – Destruction Black Dragon, a colossal serpentine construct of void energy infused with fire and shadow. The dragon coiled around the courtyard, its fanged maw opening to unleash a torrent of destructive force.
Rio reacted instantly, his flames spiraling outward with 火炎旋風 (Kaen Senpū) – Flame Whirlwind, attempting to deflect the initial onslaught. Huo slammed his shield into the ground, summoning Muro de Piedra – Wall of Stone, a temporary barrier to absorb the brunt of the strike. Yin’s water and light intertwined in a protective torrent, forming Vague Éthérée – Ethereal Wave, a radiant shield that shone with healing and protective properties.
Despite their efforts, the sheer magnitude of Doojin’s power shattered the barriers in fragments. The Black Dragon’s roar echoed across the academy, shaking the walls and sending students fleeing in terror. The ground cracked beneath Koha’s feet, small geysers of water and flame erupting uncontrollably.
Koha’s breathing was ragged. His body screamed in protest, weak from the previous fights, but something stirred deep within him—a dormant, forbidden power that had lain hidden, waiting for this precise moment. He closed his eyes, drawing from the very essence of the elements, weaving together fire, water, wind, earth, light, lightning, ice, shadow, and arcane. A faint, pulsing aura enveloped him, small at first, yet growing with every heartbeat.
「命の最果てよ、我が血に従え…」37Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ9lrfPt66EC
“End of life, obey the will etched in my blood…”
The words fell from Koha’s lips in a low, dangerous monotone. His voice seemed to resonate with the very fabric of the world. The air around him thickened, vibrating with energy that made the remaining protective wards flicker.
A new forbidden spell manifested within him: 虚空裁定 (Kokū Saitei) – Void Adjudication. This spell, ancient and unparalleled in its destructive capability, drew directly from the boundary between existence and nothingness. Its mere presence warped the surrounding space, small fissures opening in the air, crackling with a mixture of elemental energy and void magic.
Doojin’s eyes narrowed slightly, yet he remained composed. “Hmm… I see you’ve awakened something new,” he said calmly, almost indifferent. “Interesting. But raw power alone will not be enough.”
The first signs of the spell took form as glowing sigils spiraled outward from Koha’s body, intertwining with the magic circles in his eyes. Each symbol glimmered with different elemental hues, a kaleidoscope of destructive potential. The air seemed to hum in response.
Koha raised both hands, palms outward. “炎よ、氷よ、雷よ、影よ、大地よ、風よ、光よ、水よ、全ての力よ…虚空にて我が裁きを下せ！”37Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4CC2F9AxzY
“Flames, ice, thunder, shadow, earth, wind, light, water—let all power execute my judgement within the void!”
The effect was instantaneous. The ground beneath Doojin’s feet cracked as elemental energy surged, forming a massive dome of fluctuating fire, ice, lightning, shadow, and wind around Koha. Each pulse of energy pushed outward, threatening to destabilize the entire courtyard.
Doojin simply tilted his head, the faintest smirk crossing his face. “Ah… the child has grown. Very well.”
He raised both hands, summoning 虚無の盾 (Kyomu no Tate) – Shield of Oblivion, a defensive barrier that absorbed a portion of the incoming elemental storm. Even as Koha’s forbidden spell escalated, Doojin remained entirely unharmed, almost as though he had anticipated the attack.
Koha’s aura expanded, pushing back, coalescing into a sphere of raw elemental and forbidden energy. The air shimmered, charged with potential and danger. Students, watching from the edges of the courtyard, could feel the power pressing against their very chests.
Rio, Huo, and Yin stood firm beside him, lending their mana to stabilize Koha’s form, but even they could sense the overwhelming difference in scale. “Koha… this is incredible…” Yin murmured, voice trembling.
Doojin’s expression remained serene. “Impressive, child. But this is still merely a taste.”
He flicked his wrist, launching 暗黒天破 (Ankoku Tenpa) – Dark Heaven Break, a concentrated strike aimed at the four defenders. The shockwave slammed into the combined energy field, shattering portions of the elemental barrier.
Koha staggered under the force, but instinctively drew more from his forbidden power. The energy spiraled around him, manifesting as a glowing sigil hovering above his head: a symbol of eternity, entwined with all elements.
「我が血脈の力よ、虚空の奥深くより現れよ…」37Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡgevVsSiMtD
“Power of my bloodline, arise from the deepest void…”
The forbidden spell flared, generating a resonance that disrupted Doojin’s initial strike, countering it just enough to prevent full devastation. Yet even Koha’s energy was not infinite. He felt the strain in his muscles, the burning exhaustion threatening to collapse him.
Doojin, recognizing the true potential now unleashed, remained calm. “Ah… very good. You’ve awakened your forbidden spell. Impressive. But let us see how long it lasts against someone like me.”
The dark mage then launched a series of attacks aimed not only at Koha but the three allies as well:
死者の矢 (Shisha no Ya) – Arrows of the Dead → Barrage of shadow-infused projectiles.
破滅の旋律 (Hametsu no Senritsu) – Melody of Ruin → A destructive wave that resonates with fear.
無限落雷 (Mugen Rakurai) – Infinite Lightning Fall → Lightning strikes from above, each one precise and lethal.
Each strike forced Rio, Huo, and Yin to act with precision and coordination, combining defensive and countering spells:
Rio: 폭풍 무도 (Pokpoong Mudo) – Tempest Dance → Wind and fire vortex to intercept lightning strikes.
Huo: Tormenta de Acero – Steel Storm → Shielded area to absorb projectiles.
Yin: Couronne de Lumière – Crown of Light → Protective radiant barrier around students and allies.
Despite the coordination, the courtyard trembled, the air vibrated, and cracks formed in the stone beneath them. The sheer magnitude of Doojin’s dark energy pressed against the combined elemental force of Koha’s forbidden spell, threatening to tear the academy apart.
Koha’s eyes glowed brighter, his aura spiraling outward. Every whisper of the elements obeyed him, the forbidden power now fully intertwined with his essence. Yet he knew he could not sustain this for long—the strain was catastrophic.
But he also knew: if he faltered, Arkanis Academy would fall.
He inhaled deeply, whispering the final incantation of his forbidden spell:
「虚空を裂き、終焉の裁きをここに示せ…Kokū Saitei – Void Adjudication!」37Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4r5cdb5Bpr
“Tear the void, and let the judgement of the end be shown here!”
The ground quaked violently, elemental energies and void magic merging into a colossal explosion of destructive potential. The shockwave radiated outward, shaking the academy’s walls and forcing all who were watching to stumble.
Doojin, for the first time, adjusted his stance, calmly raising 虚無の盾 (Kyomu no Tate) – Shield of Oblivion, deflecting the raw force of the spell. Even as Koha’s forbidden power surged, Doojin’s serene smile remained, an almost chilling contrast to the destruction around him.
The air was electric, charged with magic, elements, and sheer willpower. Koha, standing amidst the radiant energy, his body trembling from exhaustion, locked eyes with Doojin. Both knew the true battle was only beginning.
To Be Continued in Episode 24, Part 2…
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