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Chapter 712: Kono Hayato da!
*Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*, the Ritual Form evolved from *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*. Besides the change in appearance, it also transferred 600 DEF to its ATK, making its stats even more skewed.
If it were Hayato's Turn, *Gaia the Dragon Champion* would use its ability to freely choose the Battle Position of the Attack Target Monster during the Attack Declaration to tell Geb that skewed stats aren't good. But now it was Geb's Main Phase, and the Power of *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* was just beginning to show itself.
"Activate the Effect of *Disciple of Nephthys*! Target one Nephthys monster with Level 4 or lower from my Graveyard, except *Disciple of Nephthys*. Destroy one card in my Hand, then Special Summon the targeted monster to the Field in Defense Position with its Effect Negated."
Geb sent one Card from his Hand to the Graveyard. "Resolve will pioneer a Great Dao in the Pitch-Black Wilderness! Destroy *Devotee of Nephthys* in my Hand, and Special Summon *Devotee of Nephthys* again!"
*Devotee of Nephthys* [DEF1200]
The blue-robed Priest returned to the Field. Since she didn't have an Effect that could be Activated in the first place, it didn't matter whether her Effect was Negated or not. She remained on Geb's Field in Defense Position.
Trading a Hand Resource for a Monster that couldn't be Used? No, Geb's true Plan was to play the last two Cards in his Hand!
"Activate *Rebirth of Nephthys* for the second time! I Tribute *Devotee of Nephthys* again as Ritual Tribute, making the total Level 2! Let the Reincarnation of Life and Death be carried out, connecting everything to lead to Hope!"
"Ritual Summon! *Linker of Nephthys*!"
*Devotee of Nephthys*, which Geb had destroyed from his Hand earlier to Return *Devotee of Nephthys* to the Field, reappeared on the Field. *Disciple of Nephthys* placed a Golden Helmet on it. After accepting the Legacy of *Devotee of Nephthys*, it transformed magnificently into *Linker of Nephthys*!
*Linker of Nephthys* [Level 2 / WIND]
[Spellcaster Type / Ritual / Effect]
[2000 / 0]
"The Effect of *Rebirth of Nephthys*! When Ritual Summoning by Tributing *Devotee of Nephthys*, Destroy one Card on the Field! This time, the Card I choose to Destroy is the Field Spell Card *Shrine of the Mind's Eye*!"
Geb said, pointing towards the Field. *Linker of Nephthys* held a Fireball in its Hand and threw it out. The continuously spreading Flames instantly Destroyed Hayato's Field.
And having lost the Power of the Field Spell Card, *Earthbound Immortal Wiraqocha Rasca* instantly Weakened its own Power. Besides no longer being able to Activate its Powerful Effect that modifies the Opponent's Life Points, it also lost many Abilities such as Direct Attack, not being an Attack Target, and not being affected by the Opponent's Spell and Trap Cards Effects. It became a Vanilla Monster with only 1 ATK that would Self-Destruct at the End Phase of this Turn, even if Geb didn't Attack it.
But Geb's Operation continued. *Linker of Nephthys*, having Destroyed the Field Spell Card, kneaded another Fireball in its Hand, but didn't throw it out. Instead, it Controlled it to transform into the "Ankh" Symbol representing Life.
"When *Linker of Nephthys* is successfully Ritual Summoned, Special Summon one Nephthys Ritual Monster from my Hand or Deck as a Ritual Summon! Life and Death Reincarnation never stops! Come forth, my second *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* from the Deck!"
Drawing the second *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* from the Deck and slapping it onto the Golden Duel Disk, Geb had now used almost all of his Means. And at this moment, his Field had become—
[Geb: 3000 LP, Hand 0]
*Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* [DEF1600]
*Disciple of Nephthys* [ATK600]
*Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* [ATK3000]
*Linker of Nephthys* [ATK2000]
*Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* [ATK3000]
Excluding the filler *Disciple of Nephthys*, Geb's Field had gathered a total of four Monsters with ATK of 2000 or more In one go. The Lineup could be said to be exceptionally luxurious, completely demonstrating his true Strength as the Previous Clan Head of the Tomb Keepers!
"So... so Amazing! In the blink of an eye, he Summoned so many Powerful Monsters In one go!"
"And he Destroyed all of Hayato's Set Cards on the Back Row! If he Attacks with Full Power, it looks like Hayato fundamentally can't withstand it!"
"Hayato's 5600 Life Points are like a Flickering Candle!"
Seeing the Monsters Geb Summoned onto the Field, Joey Wheeler, Tristan, and Marik, who were watching the Duel, spoke in unison. Seeing this, Téa on the side said with some dissatisfaction, "Whose side are you guys on anyway? Can't you cheer for Hayato?"
Pegasus smiled upon hearing this. "Miss, you underestimate Hayato boy's Power. Although it seems he is in danger, me does not think he will be Defeated so easy."
Looking at the three Monsters on Hayato's Field, and the only *Spiral Spear Strike* on Hayato's Back Row, Geb thought for a moment and said, "Although the total ATK of the Monsters on my Field is as high as 10400, as a Safety Measure, I will first Use the Effect of *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*."
"Activate during my Main Phase! Choose any number of Nephthys Cards from my Hand or Face-up Cards on the Field and Destroy them. After that, choose the same Quantity of Monsters on the Opponent's Field and Destroy them!"
As he spoke, Geb took three Cards from his full Duel Disk one after another. "Destroy the three Monsters on my Field, *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*, *Disciple of Nephthys*, and *Linker of Nephthys*. Then, Hayato Kobayashi, the three Monsters on your Field will also be completely Destroyed!"
"Fire Fire Ten Trillion Death Great Burial Array!"
Accompanied by a cool but meaningless Attack Name, *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* spat out a breath of Flames, instantly sweeping across Hayato's entire Field and Destroying *Little Roadrunner*, *Gaia the Dragon Champion*, and *Earthbound Immortal Wiraqocha Rasca* entirely!
Although Geb himself was only left with the last two *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* on his Field, the Nephthys Monsters he Destroyed could all Use their Effects in his Next Turn. From another perspective, it also eliminated the Weakness on his own Field. Trading them for a Direct Attack on Hayato was quite a good deal!
"Enter my Battle Phase! Then, *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* Direct Attack on Hayato Kobayashi!" Geb pointed at the empty Field in front of Hayato. "The Victory or Defeat has been revealed! With no Cards Usable on the Field, you are like a naked person in my eyes! Accept this blow!"
"Fire Talisman: Radiance of the Fire God!"
"Amazing, how is Touhou not kicked out of the second dimension yet?" Watching *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* ascend Above at Geb's Order, freely unleashing a rain of Flames like a continuously changing Vortex, sweeping towards him, Hayato muttered, but became interested. "Don't underestimate my grazing technique! Such slow bullet patterns, watch me—"
"Boom!"
[Hayato: 5400 → 2400 LP]
Before Hayato could take two steps, forgetting that *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*'s Attack was of the locked-onto-the-player-character Type, Hayato was easily hit by the azure Flames. Although he wasn't covered in Dust from the Attack, which somehow carried a hint of physical Damage, thanks to the timely protection of the Millennium Ring, his Life Points did Decrease by the Value of one *Blue-Eyes*.
"Ah, I didn't dodge it," Hayato patted the non-existent Dust off himself and sighed Helplessly. "Seriously, because I held back just a little bit, I ended up getting Direct Attacked. How embarrassing."
"Hmph, do you think that's the End, Hayato Kobayashi?" Seeing that Hayato's appearance wasn't damaged by *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*'s Direct Attack, Geb gave a Cold Snort and Ordered again. "This Attack will be the Last! Go, *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* Unit 2! The Final Direct Attack!"
"Your Life Points will be completely reduced to—"
"Sore wa dou kana!" Hayato suddenly spoke up, Interrupting Geb's words. Inserting a Card from his Hand into his Duel Disk, he said with Composure, "Don't think about pushing your luck after gaining a slight Advantage, Mr. Geb. What comes next is my Stage!"
"That *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* of yours can no longer Attack!"
"Nani!?"
Geb turned his Head sharply upon hearing this, finding that *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*, which he had Ordered to Attack Hayato, truly didn't Attack Hayato as Hayato said, but was frozen in place and didn't Move!
Geb also noticed that as *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* made a Struggle, a rainbow-like light band appeared on its body, binding it at some point!?
"That Equip Card, when did it...?" Noticing an Equip Card that had appeared on his Monster at some point, Geb's Face showed an Expression of surprise.
Hayato slightly raised the Duel Disk on his Wrist, revealing the Card he had inserted into the Spell & Trap Zone when Geb Declared his Attack just now. "Heh heh, then I'll ask you in return, when did you get the illusion that I didn't Activate a Card just now?"
"Chain to *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*'s Attack Declaration, I Activate the Effect of *Rainbow Kuriboh* from my Hand! When an Opponent's Monster Declares an Attack, you can Activate this Effect by targeting that Attack Monster. Equip *Rainbow Kuriboh* from my Hand to that Monster as an Equip Card, and the Monster equipped with *Rainbow Kuriboh* Cannot Attack!"
*Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* (Rainbow Kuriboh) [ATK3000]
"Damn it!" Looking at Hayato's Proud Expression, Geb muttered Annoyed. "Hmph, you got away with your Life, Hayato Kobayashi. My Turn will End for now."
"However, a more powerful Offensive awaits you in the Future! Next Turn, you will not escape the Destiny of being Defeated!"
[Geb: 3000 LP, Hand 0]
*Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* [ATK3000]
*Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* (Rainbow Kuriboh) [ATK3000]
To create the fierce Offensive earlier, Geb had Used up all his Hand Resources, all to try and finish off Hayato this Turn. To be cautious, he even specifically Used *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*'s Effect beforehand to Destroy all the Monsters Hayato could Use.
But in the End, his Plan was Destroyed by one *Rainbow Kuriboh* from Hayato.
In fact, it also proved that Geb's Operation before was not a Mistake. If Hayato had Used *Rainbow Kuriboh* earlier to Control *Disciple of Nephthys*, which was the only Monster on Geb's Field at the time that could Battle Destruction *Little Roadrunner*, then even if Geb Destroyed the other two Monsters on Hayato's Field, he would have no way against that most inconspicuous *Little Roadrunner*.
Although he could inflict a maximum of 3399 Damage to Hayato, as long as he didn't reduce his Life Points to zero, the Value of the Damage was fundamentally meaningless.
With no Resources remaining, he couldn't prepare Set Cards to Defend against Hayato's upcoming Offensive. However, he felt that with two Monsters with ATK as high as 3000 on his Field, he wouldn't be instantly killed in one Turn. And as long as he could hold out until the Next Turn, the large number of Monsters Geb Destroyed this Turn would all Activate their Effects, creating an Offensive even stronger than the current one.
Hayato looked at the two *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* on Geb's Field and Geb's remaining 3000 Life Points, and Exclaimed, "If I don't finish this before the Next Turn, I'll have to face another fierce Offensive. It seems I have to resolve this Duel this Turn."
"Hmph, do you mean to say that even now, you think I'm an Opponent you can easily Defeat just because you want to, Hayato Kobayashi? There's a limit to your arrogance!" Geb glared at Hayato with a sour Face.
"Grandma said that as long as I want to do it, Destiny will absolutely be on my side," Hayato said, placing his Hand on his Duel Disk. "My Hand has already grasped the Future!"
"My Turn, Draw!"
"I feel it, I've found the spot! It's this Card!" Hayato looked at the Card he Drew, inserted it into his Duel Disk, and said very Seriously, "The Bond between people cannot be severed even if they are a thousand miles apart! Let me show you the Bond Card I snatched from my Friend... I mean, was gifted by my Friend!"
"Activate the Spell Card, *Change of Heart* da!"
As Hayato Activated the Card, Geb personally saw that among the two *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* on his Field, the one that wasn't equipped with *Rainbow Kuriboh* and could Attack was hit by the Brainwashing Beam shot from the Card that appeared behind Hayato. A very Awkward Pink Emblem appeared on its chest, and it moved to Hayato's Field in a daze!?
"My *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*!"
"This Monster is the strongest Monster in your Deck, there's no Monster stronger than it, right, Mr. Geb?" Hayato pulled a face, pointing his thumb at himself. "The one Controlling it to Battle now isn't you, it's me, Hayato Kobayashi da!"
"Oh oh oh!" "As expected of Hayato, he easily did what we couldn't! We truly Worship you!"
Taking Control of the *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* Card with Geb's Unwillingness on his Face, Hayato's mouth curved into a smile, and he played another Card from his Hand. "And this Card, the Spell Card *Enlightenment*! Destroy all Monsters equipped with Equip Cards!"
"Using External Force to Enhance your Monsters, your Purity is too low, Geb!"
"Equip Card?" Geb was stunned upon hearing this and looked at the remaining *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* on his Field. On its body, *Rainbow Kuriboh* was indeed equipped!
"Isn't this fundamentally the Card you gave me?!"
"Kuriboh~" Stepping on *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*'s Head, *Rainbow Kuriboh* had a completely Habitual Expression. It was Destroyed and Sent to the Graveyard along with *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* by the Power of *Enlightenment*.
Similar to *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*, the evolved *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* has the Ability to be Special Summoned back to the Field during the Next Turn's Standby Phase if it is Destroyed by Battle or Effect. But clearly, Geb doesn't have a Next Turn, because the *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* whose Control was Transferred by *Change of Heart* is standing on Hayato's Field, glaring at him whose Field is empty!
"To deal with you, this Card should be better, right?" Hayato waved his Hand. "Enter my Battle Phase! And this is the Final Direct Attack!"
"Thunder Sky Sunlight: Calamity Sound Starfall Fire Stream Hammer!"
"Boom!"
[Geb: 3000 LP → 0]
*Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*, the Ritual Form evolved from *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*. Besides the change in appearance, it also transferred 600 DEF to its ATK, making its stats even more skewed.
If it were Hayato's Turn, *Gaia the Dragon Champion* would use its ability to freely choose the Battle Position of the Attack Target Monster during the Attack Declaration to tell Geb that skewed stats aren't good. But now it was Geb's Main Phase, and the Power of *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* was just beginning to show itself.
"Activate the Effect of *Disciple of Nephthys*! Target one Nephthys monster with Level 4 or lower from my Graveyard, except *Disciple of Nephthys*. Destroy one card in my Hand, then Special Summon the targeted monster to the Field in Defense Position with its Effect Negated."
Geb sent one Card from his Hand to the Graveyard. "Resolve will pioneer a Great Dao in the Pitch-Black Wilderness! Destroy *Devotee of Nephthys* in my Hand, and Special Summon *Devotee of Nephthys* again!"
*Devotee of Nephthys* [DEF1200]
The blue-robed Priest returned to the Field. Since she didn't have an Effect that could be Activated in the first place, it didn't matter whether her Effect was Negated or not. She remained on Geb's Field in Defense Position.
Trading a Hand Resource for a Monster that couldn't be Used? No, Geb's true Plan was to play the last two Cards in his Hand!
"Activate *Rebirth of Nephthys* for the second time! I Tribute *Devotee of Nephthys* again as Ritual Tribute, making the total Level 2! Let the Reincarnation of Life and Death be carried out, connecting everything to lead to Hope!"
"Ritual Summon! *Linker of Nephthys*!"
*Devotee of Nephthys*, which Geb had destroyed from his Hand earlier to Return *Devotee of Nephthys* to the Field, reappeared on the Field. *Disciple of Nephthys* placed a Golden Helmet on it. After accepting the Legacy of *Devotee of Nephthys*, it transformed magnificently into *Linker of Nephthys*!
*Linker of Nephthys* [Level 2 / WIND]
[Spellcaster Type / Ritual / Effect]
[2000 / 0]
"The Effect of *Rebirth of Nephthys*! When Ritual Summoning by Tributing *Devotee of Nephthys*, Destroy one Card on the Field! This time, the Card I choose to Destroy is the Field Spell Card *Shrine of the Mind's Eye*!"
Geb said, pointing towards the Field. *Linker of Nephthys* held a Fireball in its Hand and threw it out. The continuously spreading Flames instantly Destroyed Hayato's Field.
And having lost the Power of the Field Spell Card, *Earthbound Immortal Wiraqocha Rasca* instantly Weakened its own Power. Besides no longer being able to Activate its Powerful Effect that modifies the Opponent's Life Points, it also lost many Abilities such as Direct Attack, not being an Attack Target, and not being affected by the Opponent's Spell and Trap Cards Effects. It became a Vanilla Monster with only 1 ATK that would Self-Destruct at the End Phase of this Turn, even if Geb didn't Attack it.
But Geb's Operation continued. *Linker of Nephthys*, having Destroyed the Field Spell Card, kneaded another Fireball in its Hand, but didn't throw it out. Instead, it Controlled it to transform into the "Ankh" Symbol representing Life.
"When *Linker of Nephthys* is successfully Ritual Summoned, Special Summon one Nephthys Ritual Monster from my Hand or Deck as a Ritual Summon! Life and Death Reincarnation never stops! Come forth, my second *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* from the Deck!"
Drawing the second *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* from the Deck and slapping it onto the Golden Duel Disk, Geb had now used almost all of his Means. And at this moment, his Field had become—
[Geb: 3000 LP, Hand 0]
*Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* [DEF1600]
*Disciple of Nephthys* [ATK600]
*Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* [ATK3000]
*Linker of Nephthys* [ATK2000]
*Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* [ATK3000]
Excluding the filler *Disciple of Nephthys*, Geb's Field had gathered a total of four Monsters with ATK of 2000 or more In one go. The Lineup could be said to be exceptionally luxurious, completely demonstrating his true Strength as the Previous Clan Head of the Tomb Keepers!
"So... so Amazing! In the blink of an eye, he Summoned so many Powerful Monsters In one go!"
"And he Destroyed all of Hayato's Set Cards on the Back Row! If he Attacks with Full Power, it looks like Hayato fundamentally can't withstand it!"
"Hayato's 5600 Life Points are like a Flickering Candle!"
Seeing the Monsters Geb Summoned onto the Field, Joey Wheeler, Tristan, and Marik, who were watching the Duel, spoke in unison. Seeing this, Téa on the side said with some dissatisfaction, "Whose side are you guys on anyway? Can't you cheer for Hayato?"
Pegasus smiled upon hearing this. "Miss, you underestimate Hayato boy's Power. Although it seems he is in danger, me does not think he will be Defeated so easy."
Looking at the three Monsters on Hayato's Field, and the only *Spiral Spear Strike* on Hayato's Back Row, Geb thought for a moment and said, "Although the total ATK of the Monsters on my Field is as high as 10400, as a Safety Measure, I will first Use the Effect of *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*."
"Activate during my Main Phase! Choose any number of Nephthys Cards from my Hand or Face-up Cards on the Field and Destroy them. After that, choose the same Quantity of Monsters on the Opponent's Field and Destroy them!"
As he spoke, Geb took three Cards from his full Duel Disk one after another. "Destroy the three Monsters on my Field, *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*, *Disciple of Nephthys*, and *Linker of Nephthys*. Then, Hayato Kobayashi, the three Monsters on your Field will also be completely Destroyed!"
"Fire Fire Ten Trillion Death Great Burial Array!"
Accompanied by a cool but meaningless Attack Name, *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* spat out a breath of Flames, instantly sweeping across Hayato's entire Field and Destroying *Little Roadrunner*, *Gaia the Dragon Champion*, and *Earthbound Immortal Wiraqocha Rasca* entirely!
Although Geb himself was only left with the last two *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* on his Field, the Nephthys Monsters he Destroyed could all Use their Effects in his Next Turn. From another perspective, it also eliminated the Weakness on his own Field. Trading them for a Direct Attack on Hayato was quite a good deal!
"Enter my Battle Phase! Then, *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* Direct Attack on Hayato Kobayashi!" Geb pointed at the empty Field in front of Hayato. "The Victory or Defeat has been revealed! With no Cards Usable on the Field, you are like a naked person in my eyes! Accept this blow!"
"Fire Talisman: Radiance of the Fire God!"
"Amazing, how is Touhou not kicked out of the second dimension yet?" Watching *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* ascend Above at Geb's Order, freely unleashing a rain of Flames like a continuously changing Vortex, sweeping towards him, Hayato muttered, but became interested. "Don't underestimate my grazing technique! Such slow bullet patterns, watch me—"
"Boom!"
[Hayato: 5400 → 2400 LP]
Before Hayato could take two steps, forgetting that *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*'s Attack was of the locked-onto-the-player-character Type, Hayato was easily hit by the azure Flames. Although he wasn't covered in Dust from the Attack, which somehow carried a hint of physical Damage, thanks to the timely protection of the Millennium Ring, his Life Points did Decrease by the Value of one *Blue-Eyes*.
"Ah, I didn't dodge it," Hayato patted the non-existent Dust off himself and sighed Helplessly. "Seriously, because I held back just a little bit, I ended up getting Direct Attacked. How embarrassing."
"Hmph, do you think that's the End, Hayato Kobayashi?" Seeing that Hayato's appearance wasn't damaged by *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*'s Direct Attack, Geb gave a Cold Snort and Ordered again. "This Attack will be the Last! Go, *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* Unit 2! The Final Direct Attack!"
"Your Life Points will be completely reduced to—"
"Sore wa dou kana!" Hayato suddenly spoke up, Interrupting Geb's words. Inserting a Card from his Hand into his Duel Disk, he said with Composure, "Don't think about pushing your luck after gaining a slight Advantage, Mr. Geb. What comes next is my Stage!"
"That *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* of yours can no longer Attack!"
"Nani!?"
Geb turned his Head sharply upon hearing this, finding that *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*, which he had Ordered to Attack Hayato, truly didn't Attack Hayato as Hayato said, but was frozen in place and didn't Move!
Geb also noticed that as *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* made a Struggle, a rainbow-like light band appeared on its body, binding it at some point!?
"That Equip Card, when did it...?" Noticing an Equip Card that had appeared on his Monster at some point, Geb's Face showed an Expression of surprise.
Hayato slightly raised the Duel Disk on his Wrist, revealing the Card he had inserted into the Spell & Trap Zone when Geb Declared his Attack just now. "Heh heh, then I'll ask you in return, when did you get the illusion that I didn't Activate a Card just now?"
"Chain to *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*'s Attack Declaration, I Activate the Effect of *Rainbow Kuriboh* from my Hand! When an Opponent's Monster Declares an Attack, you can Activate this Effect by targeting that Attack Monster. Equip *Rainbow Kuriboh* from my Hand to that Monster as an Equip Card, and the Monster equipped with *Rainbow Kuriboh* Cannot Attack!"
*Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* (Rainbow Kuriboh) [ATK3000]
"Damn it!" Looking at Hayato's Proud Expression, Geb muttered Annoyed. "Hmph, you got away with your Life, Hayato Kobayashi. My Turn will End for now."
"However, a more powerful Offensive awaits you in the Future! Next Turn, you will not escape the Destiny of being Defeated!"
[Geb: 3000 LP, Hand 0]
*Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* [ATK3000]
*Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* (Rainbow Kuriboh) [ATK3000]
To create the fierce Offensive earlier, Geb had Used up all his Hand Resources, all to try and finish off Hayato this Turn. To be cautious, he even specifically Used *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*'s Effect beforehand to Destroy all the Monsters Hayato could Use.
But in the End, his Plan was Destroyed by one *Rainbow Kuriboh* from Hayato.
In fact, it also proved that Geb's Operation before was not a Mistake. If Hayato had Used *Rainbow Kuriboh* earlier to Control *Disciple of Nephthys*, which was the only Monster on Geb's Field at the time that could Battle Destruction *Little Roadrunner*, then even if Geb Destroyed the other two Monsters on Hayato's Field, he would have no way against that most inconspicuous *Little Roadrunner*.
Although he could inflict a maximum of 3399 Damage to Hayato, as long as he didn't reduce his Life Points to zero, the Value of the Damage was fundamentally meaningless.
With no Resources remaining, he couldn't prepare Set Cards to Defend against Hayato's upcoming Offensive. However, he felt that with two Monsters with ATK as high as 3000 on his Field, he wouldn't be instantly killed in one Turn. And as long as he could hold out until the Next Turn, the large number of Monsters Geb Destroyed this Turn would all Activate their Effects, creating an Offensive even stronger than the current one.
Hayato looked at the two *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* on Geb's Field and Geb's remaining 3000 Life Points, and Exclaimed, "If I don't finish this before the Next Turn, I'll have to face another fierce Offensive. It seems I have to resolve this Duel this Turn."
"Hmph, do you mean to say that even now, you think I'm an Opponent you can easily Defeat just because you want to, Hayato Kobayashi? There's a limit to your arrogance!" Geb glared at Hayato with a sour Face.
"Grandma said that as long as I want to do it, Destiny will absolutely be on my side," Hayato said, placing his Hand on his Duel Disk. "My Hand has already grasped the Future!"
"My Turn, Draw!"
"I feel it, I've found the spot! It's this Card!" Hayato looked at the Card he Drew, inserted it into his Duel Disk, and said very Seriously, "The Bond between people cannot be severed even if they are a thousand miles apart! Let me show you the Bond Card I snatched from my Friend... I mean, was gifted by my Friend!"
"Activate the Spell Card, *Change of Heart* da!"
As Hayato Activated the Card, Geb personally saw that among the two *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* on his Field, the one that wasn't equipped with *Rainbow Kuriboh* and could Attack was hit by the Brainwashing Beam shot from the Card that appeared behind Hayato. A very Awkward Pink Emblem appeared on its chest, and it moved to Hayato's Field in a daze!?
"My *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*!"
"This Monster is the strongest Monster in your Deck, there's no Monster stronger than it, right, Mr. Geb?" Hayato pulled a face, pointing his thumb at himself. "The one Controlling it to Battle now isn't you, it's me, Hayato Kobayashi da!"
"Oh oh oh!" "As expected of Hayato, he easily did what we couldn't! We truly Worship you!"
Taking Control of the *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* Card with Geb's Unwillingness on his Face, Hayato's mouth curved into a smile, and he played another Card from his Hand. "And this Card, the Spell Card *Enlightenment*! Destroy all Monsters equipped with Equip Cards!"
"Using External Force to Enhance your Monsters, your Purity is too low, Geb!"
"Equip Card?" Geb was stunned upon hearing this and looked at the remaining *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* on his Field. On its body, *Rainbow Kuriboh* was indeed equipped!
"Isn't this fundamentally the Card you gave me?!"
"Kuriboh~" Stepping on *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*'s Head, *Rainbow Kuriboh* had a completely Habitual Expression. It was Destroyed and Sent to the Graveyard along with *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* by the Power of *Enlightenment*.
Similar to *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys*, the evolved *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* has the Ability to be Special Summoned back to the Field during the Next Turn's Standby Phase if it is Destroyed by Battle or Effect. But clearly, Geb doesn't have a Next Turn, because the *Sacred Phoenix of Nephthys* whose Control was Transferred by *Change of Heart* is standing on Hayato's Field, glaring at him whose Field is empty!
"To deal with you, this Card should be better, right?" Hayato waved his Hand. "Enter my Battle Phase! And this is the Final Direct Attack!"
"Thunder Sky Sunlight: Calamity Sound Starfall Fire Stream Hammer!"
"Boom!"
[Geb: 3000 LP → 0]
