845 Actual Battle 1 (2/2)
”I'll definitely defeat you this time!” Katja loudly roared as he lunged forward. His arms were like sharp blades, slicing towards the opponent repeatedly. The action was almost on par with an actual completed Secret Technique, with very few flaws when it came to both attacking and defending.
This sent a shiver down Garen's spine.
”Their actions are all meticulously calculated and simulated with a quantum calculator, down to every slightest movement. Every possible flaw that they find will be countered with intense training for the scenario. This is the greatest advantage of combining technology with traditional training. In the Eagle's Nest, you also have access to a huge bonus. You can use the Martial Arts Servers passed down from the seniors to undergo countless simulations to improve your own martial arts,” Sofia explained to Garen. ”These simulations will use countless variables to intricately calculate and pinpoint the biggest flaws that your techniques and errors may present within the shortest amount of time. With proper utilization of this, it would produce results equal to ten years of personal training.”
”With these forms of strict training, there shouldn't be many people who managed to achieve it, right?” Garen asked softly.
”Of course not. There were only three people in the entire history of the Eagle's Nest who managed to complete the Martial Arts Server's training fully. The best possible combat style for the Crouched Eagle Talon is not something that can be easily achieved,” Sofia looked at Garen in amazement; she didn't think he would be able to understand this much just from her brief introductions.
”The Martial Arts Simulation Servers have every noteworthy technique, experience, and information since the creation of the Eagle's Nest up till now saved in its memory bank. It can calculate the best way to maximize one's potential through an analysis of one's physical and mental capabilities. Of course, this requires some authorization. We call this the 'Flawless Martial Arts' technique, and it requires a higher level of authorization for the members to access this technology.”
”That's understandable,” Garen nodded.
The two stopped talking once again, closely observing the battle occurring right below them.
In the training hall below, Katja was starting to get pushed back by Seris, forcing him into a corner. The two were both using Flawless Martial Arts, but he obviously had more flaws than his opponent. In a battle with both sides having equal speed and strength, he would undoubtedly be in a disadvantageous position.
Almost as if he was dissatisfied with himself being forced into a disadvantageous position, Katja turned around, his arms suddenly turned completely red. It wasn't the red you saw from swellings, but rather a red comparable to the color of fresh blood.
”Don't get too cocky! Swooping Eagle Slaughter!!” a twisted form of Willpower started to boil from Katja's body, creating vortex-like cones of wind that wrapped around his arms. It almost looked like two electric drills was attached to Katja's arms as he lunged towards Seris.
”A Willpower secret skill? Do you think you're the only one who can use something like that?” Seris laughed. ”Extreme Pierce!”
He pointed out his index fingers, each finger pointing at one of Katja's arms. The fingers rapidly turned black as they swelled with blood, to the point where they looked like they had become gigantic blood clots. The air surrounding him started to whirl up like a hurricane.
”Katja has lost,” Looking at the stage, Garen exclaimed.
”Oh?” Sofia looked at him curiously. ”You have really great eyesight huh?”
”Is going down for the challenges the fastest way to raise your rank and gain authorization?” Garen wanted to experience what this Flawless Martial Arts simulation room feels like. After all, it was his first time seeing such high-tech martial arts training.
”The Flawless Martial Arts system is most effectively utilized for finding your own flaws, but only the top fifty in the ranks are authorized to access this technology. Don't look down on this ranking,” Sofia reminded, ”The three geniuses I've trained in the past, they all started off arrogant just like you, challenging the seniors immediately after they entered. However, none of them managed to win their first two battles.”
”It's fine,” Garen shook his head as he started walking towards the stage. ”I'll give it a shot.”
He wasn't just interested in the Flawless Martial Arts, but also the Willpower secret skills the two had used just now. The feeling those skills gave off, it felt like they were using their Willpower in similar manners to how people use their internal energy in wuxia novels.
Moves utilizing Willpower would be much faster and stronger, and they could even enter the opponent's body and cause pure physical damage to the body. Through his observations, he noticed that the two had the capabilities to release their Willpower from long ranges, but they did not attempt to do so. This meant that the techniques they used weren't that high leveled.
Katja was knocked down on the floor, his face completely flushed red. Other than that, he seemed to be fine. Seris walked up to him and helped him up.
At this moment, Garen had entered the training hall from one of the entrances, closely assessing the two from a closer distance.
He didn't feel anything from afar, but with a closer look at this distance, he realized that these two were both Level Three experts! No wonder they were in the top fifty of the Eagle's Nest, they weren't just some random characters.
However, after pondering for a bit, There were hundreds of Level Five professors and instructors within the whole Blackboard Academy, it wasn't surprising that there were even more Level Three or Four reserves present. After all, this was the place with the strongest people in the Blackboard Region.
This two seemed to already be at the level of the fifth-years, having already gone through half of the eight-year education system of the Blackboard Academy. However, being able to attain Level Three at this stage was still a great feat.
No longer paying attention to the interactions between the two, Garen walked towards the white stone plaque erected at the side of the hall. The plaque displayed the rankings of the members of the Eagle's Nest, listing everyone in the top fifty.
The first person on the list was someone called Sajeena, with Level Five Willpower. This was recorded two years ago, when she was a sixth-year, it should be nearing her graduation soon.
At this point, Sofia had finally caught up to him. Following behind her were a group of youths that seemed interested in what was happening over here. They all gave off a strong aura with their Willpower; it seemed that all of them were very skilled students.
”You want to challenge someone now?” Sofia looked at this genius who had just joined this group. Geniuses were all the same after all; he had the same mentality as the other two geniuses she brought in before. When they saw someone who was stronger than them, they were unable to resist the urge to challenge them, hoping to become stronger.
”The students of our Blackboard Academy take pride in their strengths, and wanting to take on challenges is only natural. Take your pick; if the name is glowing, it means that they are currently present in the Eagle's Nest. Of course, those selected have the right to reject three challenges a day. Furthermore, no grudges should be held if anyone is injured in the battle,” a proper-looking bespectacled young lad next to Sofia said in a soft voice.
”My name is Anjay Terin, ranked fifteenth. I heard the freshmen's First Seat had just joined us, so I came over to have a look.”
”Nice to meet you,” Garen shook his hand. ”What's the minimum authorization required to use the Flawless Martial Arts simulations?” Garen was no longer overly prideful. This world was not one where he could simply mess around in. These Willpower experts were quick-thinkers, had amazing battle senses, had more experience in the mysterious power form manipulating their Willpower, and could often have a terrifying explosiveness when it comes to their strengths. Seeing as his own Willpower manipulation was still very limited, he felt that it was best not to be too full of himself.
”Everyone within the top fifty will receive authorization to access it, but the amount of time allocated to you would also vary with rank. Those at the top ranks are even authorized to organize competitions and tournaments with the other clubs. So what do you think? Want to give it a shot?” this guy had a gentle and polite tone, but he seemed to be a battle-loving individual underneath the surface.
Interestingly, it seemed that everyone Garen had come across in the Eagle's Nest seemed to have this sort of personality. They all seemed to be very passionate about battles and have a strong desire to improve themselves.