Tokyo Sword Saint Online Dealing

However, this ability should be nearing its end. Seven of the Inugami Scrolls have already been lit up. Once the eighth scroll is lit up, Inugami's ability will be fully developed, and his physical attributes will reach their limit. At that time, Uesugi Kiyoshi will have to choose the second yokai scroll to study.

He was still struggling with the decision. He had tried them one by one, and of the demon souls on the Hundred Demon Scroll, only Inugami was currently usable. The others were either incomplete or the mirage energy he injected was like a stone sinking into the sea, with no effect.

But now, he probably doesn't have to worry about it anymore.

He is a swordsman, and is destined to walk the path of the sword, so his need for physical strength is paramount.

If he remembers correctly, and if the Hundred Demons Scroll and the Hundred Tales Card Game are related, then the Hundred Tales Card Game possessed by Shuten-dōji, the Demon King of Mount Ōe, is inextricably linked to his physical strength.

He was a blood-soaked war god, drunk and singing wildly, growing stronger with each battle.

If Shuten-dōji truly possesses a demon soul, then his path to transcendence will have a clear direction.

Before his master brings back the promised seed of swordsmanship, he can only rely on Onmyoji Arena. Perhaps he also has the qualifications of a Linker, but he is somewhat resistant to both being a performer and a successor.

Moreover, finding a suitable Mirror of Inheritance is not easy.

Uesugi Kiyoshi didn't rush to leave the Mirage Tower. With a wave of his hand, seven dazzling cards of Hyakumonogatari obediently swirled at his fingertips.

Onmyoji: The Card Game is divided into three types: Battle Cards, Spell Cards, and Form Cards.

It can be simply understood as "moves", "spells", and "special abilities".

Of the seven cards in Inugami's Hyakumonogatari deck, there are three battle cards: "Heart Slash," "Evil Slash," and "Guardian."

With two offensive and one defensive stance, both were quite powerful. He had personally experienced both of the main offensive sword techniques and knew that each had its own unique uses.

Two spell cards, "Value of Bonds" and "Where the Heart Belongs".

Both spells have the effects of "resurrection" and "rebirth," which is why Uesugi Kiyokazu is confident in going head-to-head with the Demon King of Mount Oe. Even if he can't win, he probably won't die, and escaping shouldn't be a problem.

The two cards that were lit up today should theoretically belong to the category of pattern cards.

However, upon closer inspection, Uesugi Kiyoshi discovered that these two form cards had absolutely nothing to do with the original Hyakumonogatari Cards.

This is a completely new ability, entirely different from the game he remembers.

With a flick of his finger, a ghostly fire beside the Scroll of a Hundred Demons vanished silently, and boundless mirage surged from his bones and blood, swirling and transforming behind him, eventually coalescing into the form of a dog god.

At the same time, the Hundred Tales Card he activated also turned into streams of light and scattered.

The Form of Inugami – “Mind and Technique as One”!

The dog god behind Uesugi Kiyoshi was completely different from usual.

When he uses the battle card, the inu god phantoms behind him all have ferocious faces, full of murderous intent and determination, wielding swords, donning armor, advancing and retreating together with him.

But now the dog god behind him is deep in thought with his eyes closed. His furry dog ​​face is calm and peaceful. He stands with his sword in hand, and countless mirages swirl around his feet like ripples of water, surrounding him.

Uesugi Kiyoshi took a deep breath and slowly closed his eyes.

The moment he activated the unity of mind and skill, a strange feeling welled up in his heart.

He could feel the rhythm of every muscle and bone in his body, hear the sound of blood flowing through his body, and feel his heart beating strongly, bursting forth with the breath of life.

At the same time, his mind was clear, and the sword techniques he had learned flashed through his mind like a revolving lantern, each move and stance crystal clear.

His heart was at peace.

It was as if I had entered a deep meditation.

This state is something every swordsman dreams of – a heart as clear as a mirror and as still as water!

This concept isn't limited to Kendo; it's prevalent in many industries in Japan, a country known for its craftsmanship.

The so-called spiritual practice is about cultivating the mind, skills, and body.

The unity of these three elements represents the highest realm of what one has learned.

Cultivating the mind is the practice of spiritual power; cultivating skills refers to mastering skills; and cultivating the body is the maintenance and use of physical abilities.

The same applies to swordsmanship.

Belief, technique, and physique are all components of a swordsman's strength.

This "Mind and Skill in Harmony" is practically a complete enhancement of Uesugi Kiyoshi.

This state may not directly increase his physical strength, but it can greatly increase his control over his body.

He had just had his physical abilities enhanced by the mirage energy, and theoretically, he should need some time to adapt, but now, he doesn't feel the slightest discomfort.

He had a clear understanding of power and speed, and could advance or retreat at will. He could control how much power he wanted to use and how fast he wanted to slash, without any deviation.

That's what control is.

Control over physical strength.

He can execute the most powerful sword moves with minimal physical exertion. Even disregarding one-on-one combat, in group battles, this control would greatly reduce his stamina consumption, making it possible for him to take on a hundred opponents single-handedly.

Furthermore, a clear and discerning mind allows him to make more rational judgments and may even block the invasion of the will of ghosts and gods, slowing down the rate at which he falls into depravity.

To confirm this strange feeling, Uesugi Kiyoshi suddenly opened his eyes and made a fist with his hand.

Onikiri immediately leaped into his hand.

Calm your mind, concentrate, and bend forward.

He exhaled a breath of stale air, and a sword cry like a dragon's roar rose into the sky.

It was as if two bolts of lightning had flashed by; they were two dazzling sword lights.

One strike, one kill, one return.

Half a breath later, the knife returned to its sheath.

In the blink of an eye, his "Funeral Blade" technique flowed smoothly and effortlessly. If it were an enemy in front of him, they would probably be beheaded in the blink of an eye before they could even react.

After sheathing his sword, Uesugi Kiyoshi breathed a sigh of relief.

At the same time, an overwhelming sense of mental and physical exhaustion spread uncontrollably through his mind and body.

With a sudden thought, he broke free from this state of extreme concentration.

Despite being physically and mentally exhausted, Uesugi Kiyoshi's face showed an uncontrollable joy.

He can enter this state of mind and skill as soon as he wants. The form cards exist passively and do not consume any extra spirit fire.

But he was also finding it hard to cope with the mental and physical strain.

The more you put in, the more you get out.

Based on the fact that the burial knife attack was almost twice as fast as his usual attack, the strength of this card is self-evident.

Another trump card has been added to their repertoire.

Uesugi Kiyoshi adjusted his mindset, prepared to look at the remaining card in Hyakumonogatari, then exited the Mirage Tower to get something to eat and replenish his energy.

He held the last Onmyoji card between his fingers, carefully sensing its power.

His expression turned somewhat strange.

Inugami no Kagami - Shinken Ranbu.

Shouldn't this be a pattern card?

Why.

Is it a spell?

Chapter 94 Showing Sincerity

Late night, Adachi Ward.

Located north of Arakawa, Adachi is an even more barren and chaotic area than Arakawa Ward. Its specialty is probably thugs.

This is precisely why the area is a melting pot of all sorts of people, making it difficult for any single force to completely control it.

Inside a somewhat dilapidated Japanese-style garden.

Maki Azuma changed into a furisode kimono and knelt solemnly before a small table.

On the small table in front of her was an open brocade pouch, and in her hand she held a piece of letter paper with what appeared to be rather elegant writing.

The demon sword Shen Cheng stood behind Dongwen Zhenxi, like a beautiful goddess statue, but the only flaw was that her face was expressionless.

In front of Azuma Maki, a middle-aged man with his head bowed was also kneeling.

This man was robust, dressed in a somewhat loose samurai robe, with a sword at his waist. He looked at Azuma Maki with a respectful expression, remaining motionless and waiting for Miss Azuma to speak.

After reading the letter in her hand, Maki Azuma's eyes reddened. She took several deep breaths, forcibly suppressing her chaotic thoughts and trying to hide the sobs in her voice as she spoke in a hoarse tone.

"Kameyama-san, if you say that, then Father really..."

"Sorry, I lost my temper."

Beneath his sleeves, his tightly clenched fists revealed prominent veins, and his fingernails dug into his flesh.

However, Maki Azuma was completely unaware.

Kneeling on the ground, the man known as "Kameyama-san" hesitated with a sorrowful expression before speaking.

"Yes, Miss."

"I just received the news too. It's spread all over Tokyo, so it's probably true!"

"Young Miss, the Chairman once instructed me that if you do not wish to participate in the yakuza conflict, then my company's security force and I will do everything in our power to protect you as you evacuate from Tokyo. The Chairman has already arranged a way out for you. Although you may have to leave your hometown, the danger will be much less."

Before she could finish speaking, Maki Higashiwagi waved her hand to interrupt her.

This charming young lady had red eyes and tears that she couldn't control, but the determination on her face didn't diminish in the slightest.

Like cherry blossoms blooming in the wind and rain, they are strong and beautiful.

"Kameyama-san, my father just died at the hands of our enemies, and you want me to escape?"

Maki Higashimoto gritted her teeth, her voice brimming with hatred.

Suddenly, she gripped the ancestral sword, drew it from its sheath, and stared at the reverse-blade blade. A certain squinting eye thought naturally surfaced in her mind.

"Kindness and the blade are fundamentally antonyms."

Maki Azuma murmured to herself, the last trace of hesitation and vulnerability in her eyes completely vanished, leaving only calm and murderous intent.

"Before today, I chose compassion."

"From this day forward, for my father, for those who died because of me, and for those who relied on my protection, I will wield my blade!"