Main Event Fighting of the Spirit

York said:

Schala Zeal
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The barrier was going to give... And Schala knew better than to just stand by and wait for the entire thing to collapse.

Instead, she prepared to face the Revanchist horde bursting through the barrier alongside Ben and Mason, forming a plan on the fly.

"We have to strategize! I'll... I'll be your shield, but you have to be my swords. Both of you." She said.

Out of the corner of her eye, she caught the eye of a small group of Revanchist splitting off from the main forces, heading into the castle.

It was then that a hulking monstrosity emerged from the battlefield, utterly decimating her stone barrier.

"... Ben... Mason... If this thing targets me... We'll change roles. What's important is we have to finish this... Fast. I think the Revanchist are making a break for the Great Spirit!" She shouted, hoping her voice could be heard above the chaos that was ensuing now.

Hearing his quick planning between him and Deoxys though, Schala blinked, tilting her head.

"Maybe we're both the shields...?" She said, then she shook her head a bit, deciding to focus on her present plan of action.

"I can only protect you as long as that beast isn't focused on me... If it goes for me... I'll have to fight it!" She warned.

With that, she closed her eyes, focusing on casting magic on Ben, Mason, Deoxys, and other allies who might be within her range.

Those who were affected could instantly feel their bodies becoming alot more fast and durable. Schala was mixing together incantations for both her 'haste' and 'protection' spells in order to help her allies in battle.

But should that creature attack her, she intended to retaliate by creating an elemental barrier of some sort... And switch to a more offensive strategy.​

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CrunchyCHEEZIT said:

"...!"

Deoxys' eyes only barely managed to follow the erratic movements of the monstrosity before a storm of sound, smoke, and debris consumed the alien's evolved senses. It responded with motion; darting around chunks of stone as they slammed back into the earth like meteors, thundering the ground beneath Deoxys as it maneuvered through the smoky air.

Suddenly, a booming telekinetic force blew outward from the center of the debris storm, sending smoke and stones hurdling away from the hovering pokemon that shimmered with a telltale unearthly glow. Deoxys made eye contact with the creature that ruptured the M.E.U formation. It observed the abomination in silence for a few moments. It was already on a path of destruction through the scattered warriors; it hadn't even noticed Deoxys yet.

So, it had to get its attention.

DEOXYS is tightening its focus!

When creature opened it's putrid maw to let out another roar, a sharp telepathic screech cut into the cacophony like a knife, turning the beast's attention to the Deoxys that was now soaring through the hot air towards it like a bullet with an intent to kill. The pair of tentacles on the right side of Deoxys' body then twist into each other, morphing like clay to assume the shape of a thick, human-like arm; a hand and all, five fingers clenched into a tight fist.

Deoxys rapidly closed the gap between itself and the demon, drawing its fist back like a taut bowstring. The telekinesis pushing it through the air cut out - the alien and its cocked fist now being carried by momentum alone into the body of the enormous demon.

DEOXYS used FOCUS PUNCH!

The ground shattered like glass.

The shimmering fist of Deoxys slammed into the demon's jaw like a nuclear warhead, a booming noise accompanying a wave of force that cast outward from the point of impact. The demonic general, dead or alive, would be rendered naught but a living cannonball as it was sent hurtling away from Deoxys into a far-off pile of debris, the impact of its body slamming into rough stone causing another explosive release of smoke and debris into the air.

Truthfully, it didn't matter if that punch killed it or not. It was far away from the M.E.U forces and the rest of its allies now, and the longer it takes to get back is more time for the formation to reform. Deoxys managed to keep itself standing after yet another explosive display of its power... the body of a Deoxys could withstand a lot of punishment, but this was not easy.

It glanced back at Ben, Schala, and whoever managed to stick around. Its voice was uncharacteristically labored and raspy.

"... Pull back. If it is not dead... then there will be more coming."

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Crow said:

Schala's boosts had caused Ben-Deoxys to instinctively take another form.

"Huh. I'm no longer assuming the Defense Form."

He then looks towards the demon Deoxys hurled away, then nods at Deoxys' instructions.

"If that's the case, I think it's time to take the offensive."

Ben-Deoxys turns towards Schala.

"This time, we're counting on you for Defense. That means I'm taking your offensive role for now."

Ben-Deoxys used his psychic powers, and Schala could something in her head.

"This telepathic link should allow us to speak no matter the distance. I don't know how much I can control my forms, but if one of your speed-boosting buffs activated my speed forms, then maybe... well, you get the point. Let's get in position."

Ben-Deoxys began to vibrate at high speeds, preparing an attack for when the pride demon would rise once more.

"Get ready for the worst, gang!"​

"Let's do this!"

Ben-Deoxys starts off by splitting into many replicas.

"Hey, that's kinda like Echo Echo and Ditto!"

The only difference is that these copies were a type of illusion. However, they would feel and be sensed just like the real deal.

The illusionary duplicates would distract the various armadas of demons by whipping them, only to disappear instantly in black smoke if heavily struck back. This distraction served to give all other fighters a better chance at hitting them head-on.

The real deal disappeared nigh-instantly, hitting the various demons with Extreme Speeds, before swiftly reappearing in his original spot a single second later, assuming a combat stance. Other replicas followed this action to serve as feint.

Some of the Demons might trigger certain traps previously planted by a certain watch-bearing hero. These rocks would strike and dig into their underbellies and toss them upwards, dealing damage.

Pointed stones dug into Revanchist Forces Demon!

Pointed stones dug into Revanchist Forces Demon!

Pointed stones dug into Revanchist Forces Demon!

Pointed stones dug into Revanchist Forces Demon!

You get the point.

@Atomic Knight @CrunchyCHEEZIT @York @Alex Azure @Lucky @Yun Lee @etcetcetc​

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Minerva said:

Deer-Dragon Corrin would swing her head several times in an attempt to kill several of the monsters. Another energy ball charged up, and she prepared to fire it again.​

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CrunchyCHEEZIT said:

Deoxys watched as the Ben-Deoxys seemed to naturally shift into its Speed form, breaking off from the rest of the group and using a peculiar duplication move.

"... That move... I forgot I could do that."

Truthfully, for as much Deoxys thought it knew about itself, there was much to be discovered - or, rather, rediscovered. As far as Deoxys was concerned, however, Ben was making great use of its physiology, using combinations of moves that Deoxys itself never considered after it was able to vaporize any opposition with a single, powerful technique.

Meanwhile, Ben seems to substitute raw power with creativity. The human spirit is truly something to be respected. It reminded the alien of it's earliest memories; a stranger in space, awoken by a mere coincidence, forced to survive against an overwhelming opponent with limited resources.

That is the nature of all life. Unfortunately, the time for philosophy and nostalgic waxing would have to come later, as Dorian's command rang true for Deoxys. The alien began to shift away from its Attack forme, assuming a form most would recognize as Deoxys' 'Normal' form - organic matter returned to its torso and limbs, providing a natural appearance that was balanced between protection, offensive power, and speed.

"If Ben is getting faster, then I must make them slower."

Deoxys' core hummed, a telltale sign that it was channeling energy for another move. The alien closely watched as the other Deoxys darted around the battlefield, catching the attention of any remaining demonic/revanchist forces and beginning to gather them into a tight spot. When the clustering was at its peak, Deoxys lashed out; it's tentacles morphing into a hand that opened, revealing a shimmering palm.

DEOXYS used ICY WIND!

The air itself seemed to bend to the pokemon's will as it manifested the move; a storm of wind billowed past Deoxys and its allies, washing over a wide area of the battlefield that was mostly inhabited by the clustered enemy forces perturbed by Ben's tricks. Even those who weren't caught within the rushing winds could feel their bite, as visible flakes of snow and diamond dust revealed the bone-chilling nature of this ill wind.

Revanchist Forces Demon's Speed fell!

Revanchist Forces Demon's Speed fell!

Revanchist Forces Demon's Speed fell!

Revanchist Forces Demon's Speed fell!

You get the idea.

The demonic forces, naturally fueled by a raging fire, suddenly found themselves billowed with the chill winds, frost beginning to gnaw at their joints. Any living thing that didn't avoid the icy wind would find their movements have slowed down to a crawl, making Ben one of the fastest things alive on the battlefield. Of course, Ben would have easily out-sped the demon's regardless; it's everyone else that now finds themselves with some open targets.

"Attack them now, before the frostbite wears off."

@Atomic Knight @Crow @York @Alex Azure @Lucky @Yun Lee @anybody
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Sark said:

"Talk about Déjà Vu," Guy muttered to himself, casting his eyes across the palace. "Still, the real thing looks better than the Red Lantern knock-off... Kinda sucks that it's gonna get the crap smashed out of it..."

Letting the Red Light flow through him, Guy shattered his chain saw, transforming the latent rage energy into a new, larger form. molding the light with his thoughts alone, he summoned a large, low-riding motor cycle.

"Time to crack some skulls, I guess" He lowered a crimson baseball helmet over his head. "Nobody's walking away from this unscratched..."

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With a roar and a groan, the Red Lantern motor cycle leaps forward into the fray, a stream of smoke and ash roaring backwards in its wake.

Raising his body heat to shield him from ice wind, Guy rolled is bike to the side to cut a sharp turn, throwing a wave of flames across the first of the stunned demons. Once behind the first wave of the horde, his extended his aura to form a flaming, wire wrapped baseball bat, striking at the knees of the next few demons.

"We'll burn them all! That is their fate!!"

@Atomic Knight @Crow @York @Alex Azure @Lucky @Yun Lee @anybody​

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York said:

Schala Zeal
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@Others?

Schala nodded wordlessly... Deciding to trust Ben on this one. She carefully tried to manifest stone barriers to impede the Revanchist forces, humming under her breath as she did so.

However. She also maintained her more support oriented spells, keeping the allies in range both protected, and moving fast... A sudden idea formed in her mind. If Ben's forms were changing with each spell she was channeling into him, perhaps she could make him... Stronger? It was the first time she used her magic to boost someone's offensive power rather than her defensive power, but it was worth a shot.

"Ben... Get ready. I'll be giving you strength...!" She said, taking advantage of the telepathic link they had.

It allowed her to maintain the stone barriers she had manifested by humming consistently, though she wasn't sure how long they will last.

And with that, a sudden burst of magical energy could be felt throughout the bodies of those who were under the effects of her support spells... Resulting in allies that were close enough to her feeling strength surging through their bodies.

Sweat was forming on her brow now, as her attention was split between temporarily suppressing the Revanchist forces, and providing support for her allies, but Schala was pulling through... For now.​

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Gummi Bunnies said:

In yet another big fight, Majima was starting to show demonic traits in his appearance from using his supernatural powers more often to keep up with the Revanchist forces that they were dealing with. His skin becoming deathly pale and his hands shifting into bony claws. Putting his short tanto blade away so he could slash at the demons that were closest at him. If they were that erratic and wanting carnage, Majima sure could mirror that same incentive as them!

❝ C'mere, I just want to mess you up real bad! ❞ Majima let out a laugh as he attempted to grab a hold of one of the demons with a tight grip that was sure to pierce through the demon's body, before going to throw it right at a crowd of enemies if the grab was successful.

@Yun Lee @CrunchyCHEEZIT @Lucky @York @Alex Azure @Crow @Space_Candy @Atomic Knight @Sark @Ver @Anybody​

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Alex Azure said:

The battle progressed quickly, escalating in scale and scope. By the time the massive Pride demon appeared, Mason realized that one tiny sword wouldn't be enough. It was time to get the big guns out.

"I gotcha, Schala. I just need a moment. Get ready for a show!"

He knelt to the ground. His eyes closed, he focused on his breathing. Alone with his thoughts, he let his mind wander to the biggest, strongest things he could think up. A combination of Schala's magic and the two Deoxys's moves filled him with a feeling of strength. Courage burned brightly in his heart. It burned so bright that his entire body was covered in his royal violet aura.

The fall of the Pride demon opened his eyes. He stood up, thrusting his Parallel Yato into the ground. It melted into aura, which spread along the ground near him and his allies. The aura pooled into several masses, which began taking shape. One formed itself beneath his feet, causing him to slowly rise off the ground. Each of the pools of aura rose off the ground and formed into the shape of a massive, vaguely animalistic skull.

Mason smirked, seeing that the biggest theeat was already dealt with for the moment. He rode atop one of the floating skulls. "No fair," he scoffed, "I go ahead and prepare something big and small fry are left? Oh well. Parallel Gaster Blasters... FIRE!"

Each of the skulls opened its mouth wide and fired a wide beam of energy upon the demons and mages below. Slowed by Deoxys's Icy Wind, they made for easy targets. The show wasn't over yet, though. He held his hands out to the side and materialized two copies of a very unique scythe, one he'd gotten a glimpse of in action during the Coalition Civil War.

The scythe in his left got planted in the top of the skull he was riding, while the right conveniently folded up and stayed attached at his side. He looked through the unfolded scythe's scope. Why would a scythe have a scope?

Because it's also a gun, of course. Mason took aim and fired towards several of the mages. He aimed for the head on each, regardless of how poor his aim usually was. The Gaster Blasters took care of some of the smaller demons, while he shot at mages. Regardless of how many times he hit or missed, the scythe didn't seem to run out ammo while he held it. However, the more shots he took, the more the aura glowing around him dimmed. He pulles out both scythes and looked down at the battlefield.

"Time to get up close and personal. Let's hope that magic of yours is strong, Schala, or this is about to go really poorly."

He leapt from the top of the skull, descending upon the nearest demon. While pointed stones dug into it from below, a pair of spinning scythes tore into it from above. One scythe dug blade-first into the ground with a thud. The other landed with a squish, hopefully digging into whatever a demon could call flesh. Atop the scythes, slowly lowering himself to the ground, Mason held on perfecty fine. A small tug released both the scythes.

"Hell yeah, that's a rush. Hope I never do that again. Now, who wants some?"

Mason charged into what was left of the demon crowd, slicing away with both of his scythes. Ever now and then, he'd take aim and fire a shot, or use the momentum from firing a round to propel a swing. His aura appeared to grow brighter and stronger with each swing. Schala's magic filled him with vigor, fueling his powers by the adrenaline of the fight.

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Crow said:

Triggered by Schala's strength boost, Ben-Deoxys' rubbery matter wrapped around his hard exposed rocky parts once more, turning him into another form.

"Thanks for the assist, Schala. Cool, this must be my Attack form."

While slower, he wasn't significantly slower. This form still had speed to boast, and Schala's prior boosts helped.

He turns to Touma for a bit.

"Touma, now's not a good time to wonder why Deadpool is feeding Quentin his cancer-induced blood.

... dammnit Deadpool."

A sphere was charged in his tentacles, before a beam was released, and in addition to doing damage, it helped in veiling the ground that the Revanchist forces stepped on with clear, solid ice. They would find it hard to balance, and assuming the gargantuan pride demon woke up too, he too, would be slipping on this very frosty surface.

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