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Chapter 611: Triple Attack!
[Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] [ATK 4000]
As a Deck focused on a beatdown strategy, many monsters in the [Blue-Eyes White Dragon] series possess a unique power and beauty, giving off a feeling of immense destructive power just by looking at them. Their general appearance tends towards neutrality.
However, there are also monsters full of gentle beauty, leaning towards a feminine appearance, such as [Deep-Eyes White Dragon] and the [Blue-Eyes Abyss Dragon] Kaiba just used.
But the [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] that appeared now can be said to be the complete opposite extreme from [Deep-Eyes White Dragon], possessing an overwhelming authority and dignity full of masculine energy.
To use an analogy, if [Blue-Eyes White Dragon] is a valiant young woman, [Deep-Eyes White Dragon] is her "Bride" form wearing a wedding dress, and [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] is the global boxing champion's big cousin who heard you were going to marry [Blue-Eyes White Dragon] and rushed over, planning to beat you up.
"ATK, 4000 points?! That's the power level of [Obelisk the Tormentor]!" Keipei exclaimed, punching the air excitedly upon seeing [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] appear. "In that case, Brother can... huh?"
"No, that's not right. Even if its ATK increased, [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon]'s ATK is still only 4000 points. [Machina Force]'s DEF is still higher!"
[Machina Force] [DEF 4100]
"Heh heh, a new [Chaos] Ritual Summon, huh? Although its power is stronger than [Blue-Eyes Chaos Dragon], ultimately, it still can't break through the [Machina Force] on my Field," Alister said with a sneer. "It's just a target that only looks good, after all. Next turn, as long as I attack with [Machina Force], you lose, Kaiba Seto."
Hearing Alister's words, Kaiba's mouth curved into a smirk. He took a card from his Graveyard, the [Blue-Eyes Abyss Dragon] that had just been sent to the Graveyard: "Idiot, don't make me repeat myself. I said before that what you're about to witness is the ultimate pure power and chaos power from the End of Time."
"My winning equation is far more perfect than you imagine!"
"Activate the effect of [Blue-Eyes Abyss Dragon] in my Graveyard, banish [Blue-Eyes Abyss Dragon] from the Graveyard," Kaiba said, pointing at the [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] on his Field. "Increase the ATK of all Level 8 or higher Dragon-Type monsters on my Field by 1000 points!"
"Nani!?"
Under Alister's surprised gaze, the illusory figure of [Blue-Eyes Abyss Dragon] floated up from beneath the ground behind Kaiba, transforming into a blue-purple energy. The dragon wing of [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] on Kaiba's Field suddenly spread, accepting the entire energy, and its ATK surged!
[Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] [ATK 4000 → 5000]
"It's not over yet. I activate my Set Card in the Spell/Trap Zone, the Trap Card Tyrant Wings!" Kaiba pressed the button to activate his Set Card again. "After activation, Tyrant Wings will be equipped to [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] as an Equip Card that increases its ATK/DEF by 400 points, further increasing its ATK by 400 points!"
As the Trap Card opened, the power of [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon], already enhanced after absorbing [Blue-Eyes Abyss Dragon], increased again.
"Increasing its ATK again and again, just what is this—" Alister didn't understand why Kaiba kept increasing the ATK of [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] even after its ATK had already exceeded [Machina Force]'s DEF. However, immediately following the activation of Tyrant Wings, Kaiba finally played the last card in his Hand.
"Finally, it's this The Fang of Critias in my Hand." Looking at the "Legendary Dragon" The Fang of Critias card in his Hand, whose effect he still didn't know until this moment, Kaiba decided to take a gamble, betting that the card would respond to his expectations, and inserted it into his Duel Disk.
Accompanying the playing of the card, the "Legendary Dragon" The Fang of Critias appeared on Kaiba's Field.
"Is that the 'Legendary Dragon'? The 'Legendary Dragon' that Lord Dartz has always been apprehensive of?" Seeing Kaiba use The Fang of Critias, Alister temporarily set aside his confusion about Kaiba constantly increasing his monster's ATK and focused on the more important "Legendary Dragon."
Theoretically, this was the second time Alister had seen this "Legendary Dragon." The last time, at Industrial Illusions, when Alister and Kaiba were about halfway through their Duel, Kaiba unaccountably awakened this "Legendary Dragon." However, before Kaiba could use the power of this "Legendary Dragon," a sudden collapse incident occurred, forcing Alister to withdraw first and interrupt the Duel.
Therefore, this was the first time Alister was seeing what kind of power The Fang of Critias possessed.
After appearing on the Field, The Fang of Critias seemed like just a normal Duel Monster that had been summoned. It didn't have any overwhelming authority or surging presence; it just quietly remained on Kaiba's Field, then released its power, subtly influencing everything around it.
Kaiba had a very strange feeling at this moment. Even though he didn't know what kind of power this card had or how to use it until he played The Fang of Critias, after activating it, he suddenly understood the ability that The Fang of Critias possessed, and along with it, he also gained partial knowledge of the power of the other "Legendary Dragons."
The power of The Eye of Timaeus that Yugi possesses is "Justice." By resonating with the heart of justice held within the monsters' hearts, it allows the monsters to awaken the powerful power slumbering within their hearts and awaken into a stronger form. To some extent, it can be seen as the power of bond.
Joey Wheeler 's The Claw of Hermos possesses the power of "Freedom." It has the ability to free the power of the monsters residing in the cards, allowing them to surpass their original restraints and change into another form. And this transcendence can even surpass destiny.
As for The Fang of Critias, its power is called "Wisdom." It is the ability to transform external objects for one's own use, to change the world with conviction, and to guide destiny in the direction one needs.
Even Kaiba had to admit at this moment that this effect was perfectly suited to his feelings. It was almost as if this power was destined to be prepared for him. Because Kaiba himself, like the power of The Fang of Critias, is the kind of person who will use external force to make himself stronger but will never change his essence because of it.
He also has the aspiration to change the world. The power of The Fang of Critias is almost as if it was tailor-made for him.
Of course, before changing the world, the first thing Kaiba had to do was win this Duel.
"The Fang of Critias has the ability to absorb my cards and transform itself. Combine the Tyrant Wings on my Field with The Fang of Critias to awaken a new stance!"
"With my will, guide the world towards the trajectory of destiny! Come forth, my—"
Placing his hand on the Duel Disk, Kaiba drew the The Fang of Critias card he had just activated. However, he found that a pair of transparent hands had appeared beside him at some point, also touching the The Fang of Critias card.
Turning his head, Kaiba froze, because he saw a white-haired woman floating beside him, looking at him with a pair of beautiful blue eyes.
The woman's figure was so illusory that Kaiba could even see the wall behind her body, but at this moment, Kaiba couldn't take his line of sight off the woman's face.
He had definitely seen those eyes somewhere before. Those blue eyes, just what—
"Seto," the young girl called out to Kaiba with a smile, seemingly calling his name. But after that, the white-haired young girl before him scattered like smoke in the wind.
Was this an illusion?
However, not only Kaiba, but also Alister standing opposite Kaiba, and even Keipei, who wasn't in the Duel, everyone present saw the existence of that young girl.
"That woman... what was that just now?" Alister frowned, confused about what was happening before him. Keipei was equally confused.
Even Kaiba was somewhat confused by the situation unfolding before him. He glanced at the hand he had subconsciously reached out when witnessing the young girl disappear, took a deep breath, and looked at the The Fang of Critias on his Field.
For some reason, Kaiba felt that the appearance of that young girl just now seemed to be related to the The Fang of Critias, which seemed a bit listless at the moment. But before dwelling on what that was, the Duel had to continue.
Drawing the two cards, The Fang of Critias and Tyrant Wings, and sending them to the Graveyard, Kaiba raised his hand: "Then, spread your storm wings and soar, Legendary Dragon! Descend here!"
"Tyrant Burst Dragon!"
By fusing with the Tyrant Wings that was originally equipped to [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon], the shape of the dragon wing behind The Fang of Critias changed. Its wingspan was almost longer than the entire dragon itself, and finally, the ATK and other values that a Duel Monster should have appeared on it.
[Tyrant Burst Dragon] [Level 8 ☆ / Light]
[Dragon Type / Fusion / Effect]
[2900 / 2500]
"Tyrant Burst Dragon is The Fang of Critias after absorbing Tyrant Wings. It will inherit the power of Tyrant Wings and can be equipped to [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] on my Field as an Equip Card," Kaiba said, looking at the power on Tyrant Burst Dragon with a satisfied smile. "Absorb the power of the 'Legendary Dragon' and bring me victory, [Blue-Eyes]!"
Following Kaiba's order, the Tyrant Burst Dragon that had just made its appearance, after being cool for less than a few seconds, had to provide power to [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] as an Equip Card. Such a large dragon transformed into a ray of light in the blink of an eye and merged into the dragon wing behind [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon], spreading out as brilliant golden light wings.
[Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] [ATK 5000 → 5400]
"And now, enter my Battle Phase. Accept this defeat, Alister." Kaiba waved his hand forward, pointing at [Machina Force]. "[Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon], attack [Machina Force]!"
"Burst Stream of Utter Destruction!!"
The imposing White Dragon gathered an ominous blue-purple energy cannon in its mouth, preparing to fire. Only then did Kaiba say with a touch of malice: "[Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon], in addition to having the same resistance as [Blue-Eyes Chaos Dragon] of not being targeted by opponent's card effects and not being destroyed by opponent's card effects, its second effect is piercing battle damage when attacking a Defense Position monster!"
"Furthermore, unlike other third-rate monsters, [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon]'s piercing damage deals double damage!"
"Nani!?"
Hearing Kaiba's words, Alister's eyes widened, and he looked at the [Machina Force] on his Field.
No sooner said than done, [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon]'s attack was already unleashed in the instant Alister was stunned, heavily blasting onto [Machina Force].
Even with the highest DEF among most Duel Monsters, [Machina Force], facing the ultimate ATK of [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon], only blocked for an instant before being destroyed and sent to the Graveyard. The remaining dragon breath seemed not to have been weakened at all, rushing straight towards Alister!
[Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon]'s ATK is 5400 points, which is a full 1300 points higher than [Machina Force]'s 4100 DEF. After being doubled, that's a total of 2600 points of damage!
"Ugh!" With just one hit, Alister was instantly blasted away, landing on the ground in a sorry state. His Life Points plummeted sharply.
[Alister: 4000 → 1400 LP]
The first damage taken in this Duel was such a fierce impact. Even though this Duel hadn't become a Dark Game because Alister hadn't drawn [Seal of Orichalcos] yet, the combined power of [Blue-Eyes] and The Fang of Critias meant [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon]'s attack still caused damage that felt substantial.
After all, [Blue-Eyes] holds a grudge. She still remembered the damage Alister dealt to Kaiba last turn.
Standing up from the ground and steadying his breathing, Alister sent the [Machina Force] card on his Duel Disk to the Graveyard and said: "Because it was battle destruction by [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon], [Machina Force]'s effect activates!"
"Special Summon in Defense Position two [Meklord] monsters from my Banish Zone whose Levels total 12☆ or less: the 8☆ monster [Machina Cannon] and the 4☆ monster [Machina Soldier]!"
"Although this blow was indeed heavy, my revenge fire will not be extinguished here. Next turn, [Machina Force] will still be revived from the Graveyard by me. At that time, [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon]'s ATK, having lost the power boost from [Blue-Eyes Abyss Dragon], will drop back to 4400 points!"
"The winner of the Duel is me, Alister! That hasn't changed!" Alister stared intently at Kaiba. "All your effort so far has been nothing but foolish struggle!"
Hearing Alister's words, Kaiba merely sneered: "Foolish?"
"You've been saying from beginning to end that you hate KaibaCorp and resent the war that killed your younger brother, but Alister, haven't you seen what you're doing now? The [Meklord] Deck, the embodiment of war, that you're using, and your actions serving Doma, aren't you just walking the path of Gozaburo Kaiba!"
"War is wrong. The foolish one is clearly you, who knows it's wrong but cannot escape from hatred!"
"The one who will judge you is my [Blue-Eyes]. I will use the upcoming attack to punish your foolishness!"
Alister's pupils constricted: "This next attack?"
"I told you, didn't I? Tyrant Burst Dragon inherited the power of Tyrant Wings. Tyrant Wings has the ability to grant the equipped monster up to two attacks on monsters during the same Battle Phase. And Tyrant Burst Dragon's power goes even further," Kaiba raised his hand, pointing at the two new [Meklord] monsters on Alister's Field. "A monster equipped by Tyrant Burst Dragon's own effect can attack three times in one Battle Phase!"
"Crush! Kill! Destroy!"
The blue-purple dragon breath swept across, destroying the two monsters that appeared on Alister's Field due to [Machina Force]'s effect, one after another. Although they were Defense Position monsters, in front of [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon], they were no different from being naked. Rather, if they were in Attack Position, they might have taken slightly less damage. In Defense Position, they were simply food for [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon].
At the same time, because the EARTH Attribute Machine Type [Meklord] monsters on the Field were destroyed, the Special Summon condition for [Machina Colonel] in Alister's Graveyard was triggered, allowing it to appear on the Field. However, Alister no longer had the remaining Life Points to control its appearance on the Field.
[Alister: 1400 LP → 0]
"Hmph, looks like, the one who stood till the last is still me." Looking at Alister, who was knocked to the ground by the three consecutive beatdown attacks and suffered a setback (Huh? Why did I say 'again'?), Kaiba put on a relaxed air and said with confidence.
[Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] [ATK 4000]
As a Deck focused on a beatdown strategy, many monsters in the [Blue-Eyes White Dragon] series possess a unique power and beauty, giving off a feeling of immense destructive power just by looking at them. Their general appearance tends towards neutrality.
However, there are also monsters full of gentle beauty, leaning towards a feminine appearance, such as [Deep-Eyes White Dragon] and the [Blue-Eyes Abyss Dragon] Kaiba just used.
But the [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] that appeared now can be said to be the complete opposite extreme from [Deep-Eyes White Dragon], possessing an overwhelming authority and dignity full of masculine energy.
To use an analogy, if [Blue-Eyes White Dragon] is a valiant young woman, [Deep-Eyes White Dragon] is her "Bride" form wearing a wedding dress, and [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] is the global boxing champion's big cousin who heard you were going to marry [Blue-Eyes White Dragon] and rushed over, planning to beat you up.
"ATK, 4000 points?! That's the power level of [Obelisk the Tormentor]!" Keipei exclaimed, punching the air excitedly upon seeing [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] appear. "In that case, Brother can... huh?"
"No, that's not right. Even if its ATK increased, [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon]'s ATK is still only 4000 points. [Machina Force]'s DEF is still higher!"
[Machina Force] [DEF 4100]
"Heh heh, a new [Chaos] Ritual Summon, huh? Although its power is stronger than [Blue-Eyes Chaos Dragon], ultimately, it still can't break through the [Machina Force] on my Field," Alister said with a sneer. "It's just a target that only looks good, after all. Next turn, as long as I attack with [Machina Force], you lose, Kaiba Seto."
Hearing Alister's words, Kaiba's mouth curved into a smirk. He took a card from his Graveyard, the [Blue-Eyes Abyss Dragon] that had just been sent to the Graveyard: "Idiot, don't make me repeat myself. I said before that what you're about to witness is the ultimate pure power and chaos power from the End of Time."
"My winning equation is far more perfect than you imagine!"
"Activate the effect of [Blue-Eyes Abyss Dragon] in my Graveyard, banish [Blue-Eyes Abyss Dragon] from the Graveyard," Kaiba said, pointing at the [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] on his Field. "Increase the ATK of all Level 8 or higher Dragon-Type monsters on my Field by 1000 points!"
"Nani!?"
Under Alister's surprised gaze, the illusory figure of [Blue-Eyes Abyss Dragon] floated up from beneath the ground behind Kaiba, transforming into a blue-purple energy. The dragon wing of [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] on Kaiba's Field suddenly spread, accepting the entire energy, and its ATK surged!
[Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] [ATK 4000 → 5000]
"It's not over yet. I activate my Set Card in the Spell/Trap Zone, the Trap Card Tyrant Wings!" Kaiba pressed the button to activate his Set Card again. "After activation, Tyrant Wings will be equipped to [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] as an Equip Card that increases its ATK/DEF by 400 points, further increasing its ATK by 400 points!"
As the Trap Card opened, the power of [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon], already enhanced after absorbing [Blue-Eyes Abyss Dragon], increased again.
"Increasing its ATK again and again, just what is this—" Alister didn't understand why Kaiba kept increasing the ATK of [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] even after its ATK had already exceeded [Machina Force]'s DEF. However, immediately following the activation of Tyrant Wings, Kaiba finally played the last card in his Hand.
"Finally, it's this The Fang of Critias in my Hand." Looking at the "Legendary Dragon" The Fang of Critias card in his Hand, whose effect he still didn't know until this moment, Kaiba decided to take a gamble, betting that the card would respond to his expectations, and inserted it into his Duel Disk.
Accompanying the playing of the card, the "Legendary Dragon" The Fang of Critias appeared on Kaiba's Field.
"Is that the 'Legendary Dragon'? The 'Legendary Dragon' that Lord Dartz has always been apprehensive of?" Seeing Kaiba use The Fang of Critias, Alister temporarily set aside his confusion about Kaiba constantly increasing his monster's ATK and focused on the more important "Legendary Dragon."
Theoretically, this was the second time Alister had seen this "Legendary Dragon." The last time, at Industrial Illusions, when Alister and Kaiba were about halfway through their Duel, Kaiba unaccountably awakened this "Legendary Dragon." However, before Kaiba could use the power of this "Legendary Dragon," a sudden collapse incident occurred, forcing Alister to withdraw first and interrupt the Duel.
Therefore, this was the first time Alister was seeing what kind of power The Fang of Critias possessed.
After appearing on the Field, The Fang of Critias seemed like just a normal Duel Monster that had been summoned. It didn't have any overwhelming authority or surging presence; it just quietly remained on Kaiba's Field, then released its power, subtly influencing everything around it.
Kaiba had a very strange feeling at this moment. Even though he didn't know what kind of power this card had or how to use it until he played The Fang of Critias, after activating it, he suddenly understood the ability that The Fang of Critias possessed, and along with it, he also gained partial knowledge of the power of the other "Legendary Dragons."
The power of The Eye of Timaeus that Yugi possesses is "Justice." By resonating with the heart of justice held within the monsters' hearts, it allows the monsters to awaken the powerful power slumbering within their hearts and awaken into a stronger form. To some extent, it can be seen as the power of bond.
Joey Wheeler 's The Claw of Hermos possesses the power of "Freedom." It has the ability to free the power of the monsters residing in the cards, allowing them to surpass their original restraints and change into another form. And this transcendence can even surpass destiny.
As for The Fang of Critias, its power is called "Wisdom." It is the ability to transform external objects for one's own use, to change the world with conviction, and to guide destiny in the direction one needs.
Even Kaiba had to admit at this moment that this effect was perfectly suited to his feelings. It was almost as if this power was destined to be prepared for him. Because Kaiba himself, like the power of The Fang of Critias, is the kind of person who will use external force to make himself stronger but will never change his essence because of it.
He also has the aspiration to change the world. The power of The Fang of Critias is almost as if it was tailor-made for him.
Of course, before changing the world, the first thing Kaiba had to do was win this Duel.
"The Fang of Critias has the ability to absorb my cards and transform itself. Combine the Tyrant Wings on my Field with The Fang of Critias to awaken a new stance!"
"With my will, guide the world towards the trajectory of destiny! Come forth, my—"
Placing his hand on the Duel Disk, Kaiba drew the The Fang of Critias card he had just activated. However, he found that a pair of transparent hands had appeared beside him at some point, also touching the The Fang of Critias card.
Turning his head, Kaiba froze, because he saw a white-haired woman floating beside him, looking at him with a pair of beautiful blue eyes.
The woman's figure was so illusory that Kaiba could even see the wall behind her body, but at this moment, Kaiba couldn't take his line of sight off the woman's face.
He had definitely seen those eyes somewhere before. Those blue eyes, just what—
"Seto," the young girl called out to Kaiba with a smile, seemingly calling his name. But after that, the white-haired young girl before him scattered like smoke in the wind.
Was this an illusion?
However, not only Kaiba, but also Alister standing opposite Kaiba, and even Keipei, who wasn't in the Duel, everyone present saw the existence of that young girl.
"That woman... what was that just now?" Alister frowned, confused about what was happening before him. Keipei was equally confused.
Even Kaiba was somewhat confused by the situation unfolding before him. He glanced at the hand he had subconsciously reached out when witnessing the young girl disappear, took a deep breath, and looked at the The Fang of Critias on his Field.
For some reason, Kaiba felt that the appearance of that young girl just now seemed to be related to the The Fang of Critias, which seemed a bit listless at the moment. But before dwelling on what that was, the Duel had to continue.
Drawing the two cards, The Fang of Critias and Tyrant Wings, and sending them to the Graveyard, Kaiba raised his hand: "Then, spread your storm wings and soar, Legendary Dragon! Descend here!"
"Tyrant Burst Dragon!"
By fusing with the Tyrant Wings that was originally equipped to [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon], the shape of the dragon wing behind The Fang of Critias changed. Its wingspan was almost longer than the entire dragon itself, and finally, the ATK and other values that a Duel Monster should have appeared on it.
[Tyrant Burst Dragon] [Level 8 ☆ / Light]
[Dragon Type / Fusion / Effect]
[2900 / 2500]
"Tyrant Burst Dragon is The Fang of Critias after absorbing Tyrant Wings. It will inherit the power of Tyrant Wings and can be equipped to [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] on my Field as an Equip Card," Kaiba said, looking at the power on Tyrant Burst Dragon with a satisfied smile. "Absorb the power of the 'Legendary Dragon' and bring me victory, [Blue-Eyes]!"
Following Kaiba's order, the Tyrant Burst Dragon that had just made its appearance, after being cool for less than a few seconds, had to provide power to [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] as an Equip Card. Such a large dragon transformed into a ray of light in the blink of an eye and merged into the dragon wing behind [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon], spreading out as brilliant golden light wings.
[Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon] [ATK 5000 → 5400]
"And now, enter my Battle Phase. Accept this defeat, Alister." Kaiba waved his hand forward, pointing at [Machina Force]. "[Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon], attack [Machina Force]!"
"Burst Stream of Utter Destruction!!"
The imposing White Dragon gathered an ominous blue-purple energy cannon in its mouth, preparing to fire. Only then did Kaiba say with a touch of malice: "[Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon], in addition to having the same resistance as [Blue-Eyes Chaos Dragon] of not being targeted by opponent's card effects and not being destroyed by opponent's card effects, its second effect is piercing battle damage when attacking a Defense Position monster!"
"Furthermore, unlike other third-rate monsters, [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon]'s piercing damage deals double damage!"
"Nani!?"
Hearing Kaiba's words, Alister's eyes widened, and he looked at the [Machina Force] on his Field.
No sooner said than done, [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon]'s attack was already unleashed in the instant Alister was stunned, heavily blasting onto [Machina Force].
Even with the highest DEF among most Duel Monsters, [Machina Force], facing the ultimate ATK of [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon], only blocked for an instant before being destroyed and sent to the Graveyard. The remaining dragon breath seemed not to have been weakened at all, rushing straight towards Alister!
[Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon]'s ATK is 5400 points, which is a full 1300 points higher than [Machina Force]'s 4100 DEF. After being doubled, that's a total of 2600 points of damage!
"Ugh!" With just one hit, Alister was instantly blasted away, landing on the ground in a sorry state. His Life Points plummeted sharply.
[Alister: 4000 → 1400 LP]
The first damage taken in this Duel was such a fierce impact. Even though this Duel hadn't become a Dark Game because Alister hadn't drawn [Seal of Orichalcos] yet, the combined power of [Blue-Eyes] and The Fang of Critias meant [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon]'s attack still caused damage that felt substantial.
After all, [Blue-Eyes] holds a grudge. She still remembered the damage Alister dealt to Kaiba last turn.
Standing up from the ground and steadying his breathing, Alister sent the [Machina Force] card on his Duel Disk to the Graveyard and said: "Because it was battle destruction by [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon], [Machina Force]'s effect activates!"
"Special Summon in Defense Position two [Meklord] monsters from my Banish Zone whose Levels total 12☆ or less: the 8☆ monster [Machina Cannon] and the 4☆ monster [Machina Soldier]!"
"Although this blow was indeed heavy, my revenge fire will not be extinguished here. Next turn, [Machina Force] will still be revived from the Graveyard by me. At that time, [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon]'s ATK, having lost the power boost from [Blue-Eyes Abyss Dragon], will drop back to 4400 points!"
"The winner of the Duel is me, Alister! That hasn't changed!" Alister stared intently at Kaiba. "All your effort so far has been nothing but foolish struggle!"
Hearing Alister's words, Kaiba merely sneered: "Foolish?"
"You've been saying from beginning to end that you hate KaibaCorp and resent the war that killed your younger brother, but Alister, haven't you seen what you're doing now? The [Meklord] Deck, the embodiment of war, that you're using, and your actions serving Doma, aren't you just walking the path of Gozaburo Kaiba!"
"War is wrong. The foolish one is clearly you, who knows it's wrong but cannot escape from hatred!"
"The one who will judge you is my [Blue-Eyes]. I will use the upcoming attack to punish your foolishness!"
Alister's pupils constricted: "This next attack?"
"I told you, didn't I? Tyrant Burst Dragon inherited the power of Tyrant Wings. Tyrant Wings has the ability to grant the equipped monster up to two attacks on monsters during the same Battle Phase. And Tyrant Burst Dragon's power goes even further," Kaiba raised his hand, pointing at the two new [Meklord] monsters on Alister's Field. "A monster equipped by Tyrant Burst Dragon's own effect can attack three times in one Battle Phase!"
"Crush! Kill! Destroy!"
The blue-purple dragon breath swept across, destroying the two monsters that appeared on Alister's Field due to [Machina Force]'s effect, one after another. Although they were Defense Position monsters, in front of [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon], they were no different from being naked. Rather, if they were in Attack Position, they might have taken slightly less damage. In Defense Position, they were simply food for [Blue-Eyes Chaos MAX Dragon].
At the same time, because the EARTH Attribute Machine Type [Meklord] monsters on the Field were destroyed, the Special Summon condition for [Machina Colonel] in Alister's Graveyard was triggered, allowing it to appear on the Field. However, Alister no longer had the remaining Life Points to control its appearance on the Field.
[Alister: 1400 LP → 0]
"Hmph, looks like, the one who stood till the last is still me." Looking at Alister, who was knocked to the ground by the three consecutive beatdown attacks and suffered a setback (Huh? Why did I say 'again'?), Kaiba put on a relaxed air and said with confidence.
