The villainous young master just wants to live a Buddhist-like life.

　This is similar to how we dealt with the Royal Academy.

　Although Eva was furious, she knew that "impotent rage" would only make her look like a clown, and that only by winning later could she truly reclaim her place.

　The second duel.

　Robin Hood, the "Toad Beastman," won a hard-fought victory.

　The sea creature substitute who had previously appeared in the match against the Royal Academy displayed formidable strength, almost defeating Robin Hood.

　But he ultimately turned the tide and won thanks to his strong will and great perseverance.

　However, this result did not make the orcs of the War Totem Academy happy.

　This result failed to change the opponent's perception.

　"Toad Beastman" Robin Hood is already the strongest member of the beastman team, second only to Captain Eva, yet even winning against a substitute is so difficult. Just how terrifying is the overall strength of the Ocean Magic Academy? At this moment, Eva would rather believe that "all twelve contestants of the Ocean Magic Academy are of similar strength, and there is no distinction between substitutes and starters," otherwise this match really cannot continue.

　After an emergency discussion with her teammates, she fielded "Electric Lizard" Reggie Richards in the third match, a player who had not played in yesterday's game.

　Reggie, the "Electric Lizard," who also possesses the ability to control electricity, is very effective against aquatic creatures, just like the "Electric Turtles Girl" Lyrella.

　Relying on the advantage of elemental advantage, there might be a chance to win. The third duel.

　The Ocean Magic Academy did not send "Electric Shell" Lyrella, but instead sent a substitute, who was a true aquatic sea creature.

　However, despite the type advantage, "Electric Lizard" Reggie Richards actually lost!

　The duel was fairly even, but Reggie Richards' defeat was not much of a surprise; he simply lost as the fight progressed.

　His opponent's strength and resources far surpassed his own; it was already quite remarkable that he could hold out for even a short time.

　As of now, the score is 1-2. War Totem Academy is already showing signs of defeat.

　After careful consideration, Eva dispatched Koro from the "Raven Clan".

　[Koro] truly lives up to her reputation as a witch doctor skilled in using "curses." She possesses immense strength and wings, allowing her to fly and gain a strategic advantage.

　They narrowly won a duel against the substitute players from the Ocean Magic Academy.

　The score is now tied at 2-2.

　Judging solely from the score, War Totem Academy seemed to be at a disadvantage. However, this victory did not allow the orcs to relax. "Two duels left, try using your substitutes again if you dare."

　Eva Hearst stood expressionless in front of the strategy table and placed the "Fox Girl" Lena Fox's player card into the slot.

　On the other side, "Electric Shell" Lyrella makes another appearance!

　Among the lower-level students at the Ocean Magic Academy, Lyrella Elekni is just at the level to make it into the regular team.

　When Eva saw her, she immediately regretted not sending out "Maine Cat Beastman" Timothy.

　The "Maine Cat Beastman" is good at Rock-type decks, which is a disadvantage against Sea-type decks, so Eva chose "Fox-Man" Lena.

　Lena's magical abilities are extremely high, especially her profound theoretical knowledge and brilliant mind; her future prospects are limitless.

　However, she failed to master the power of the totem, which put her at a disadvantage in the duel.

　However, upon closer examination, if "Fox-person" Lena cannot win, "Maine Cat Beastman" may not necessarily win either.

　Furthermore, although "Electric Shell" Lyrella is good at using electric-type attacks, she is, after all, a sea creature and cannot be unskilled in water-type attacks, so "Maine Cat Beastman" will still be countered.

　In that case, let's go with Lena!

　The fifth duel.

　"Foxwoman" Lena and "Electric Shell" Lyrella went head-to-head as soon as they entered the arena.

　Regardless of their abilities, just by standing together, people will subconsciously compare them.

　In the end, it was simply a matter of each having their own strengths.

　Aside from slight differences in temperament, the two are similar types of beauties in appearance. In particular, their waists are equally supple and slender.

　But no one expected that they would be just as formidable after they began their duel!

　"Fox-woman" Lena relied on her wisdom and strategy to perform exceptionally well in this duel, repeatedly gaining the upper hand.

　But "Electric Shell" Lyrella was not to be outdone, constantly turning the tide, and finally, relying on her physical advantage, she gradually suppressed Lena.

　This duel garnered countless fans for both sides, but ultimately ended in victory for Lyrella.

　Although she didn't win, Lena certainly did her best.

　The orcs, including Evahurst, were completely speechless in the face of this outcome.

　And this final duel could only be fought by Eva Hearst herself.

　She didn't personally take to the fifth duel because she wanted to take advantage of her opponent's underestimation of her and try to win another round. Finally, she would fight her way through one more round to see if she could end the match 4-2.

　Otherwise, even if she wins the fifth match, her opponent will field a stronger main draw player in the sixth match, and she will still have no chance of winning. The score will remain three to three, requiring a seventh match to decide the winner.

　In the seventh decisive match, she still needs to win against her opponent. Therefore, the final result will be the same.

　She needs to win two more sets to have a chance to win the match. Eva Hearst carries the entire burden on her shoulders.

　She stood before the counter-strategy platform, looking down at the dueling arena, silently calling for the arrival of the "hero's spirit."

　In this final duel, the Ocean Magic Academy sent out the "Naga Boy" Timdoris.

　"Isn't he the captain?"

　Eva Hearst looked up at the dark-skinned, muscular boy, and a surge of anger rose within her.

　But she quickly calmed down.

　There is nothing wrong with the opponent's choice.

　With a 3-2 lead, the top-ranked main event player will first go into battle for a duel. If the player loses, the captain will then go into battle to decide the winner.

　The captain, having rested and ready, will be in top form, ensuring victory. However, despite this, Eva still sensed the opponent's disdain.

　She focused her mind, stepped onto the field, stopped thinking about these off-field matters, and gave it her all.

　then.

　In this duel.

　Eva Hearst, the "Eagleman Royal Family" who has gained the recognition of the Hero's Soul, has suffered the biggest defeat since the start of the competition!

　"Naga Boy" Tim wins by crushing defeat!

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　[I was so tired after coming back from grandma's house that I fell asleep in front of the computer! But after waking up, I stayed up all night writing 8 words! *bang bang bang* I'll continue updating after I wake up! Monthly tickets, monthly tickets, bang bang bang!]

Chapter 1218 Academy Showdown, A Powerful First Launch (4k)

　Eva Hearst's strength was undeniable, and having just gained the favor of the "Hero's Soul," she was currently at her peak. However, the Naga's twin blades could not only cleave through waves but also cleave through storms! When Tim Doris summoned the "Naga Siren," who sang the Siren's Song, Eva Hearst's consciousness was affected and became sluggish, even causing the "Hero's Soul - Cloudhawk" to fall into a deep sleep.

　Tim leaped onto the waves, his twin blades swirling, one slash shattering the "Wind Maiden" and the other breaking through the "Wind King's Barrier," forcing Eva Hearst into a desperate situation.

　The outcome of this duel was in the sea creatures' grasp from the very beginning. Through yesterday's match, they had fully grasped Eva Hearst's strength, and today, with "Naga" Tim taking the stage, they completely overwhelmed her in terms of attribute advantage and raw power, securing a victory in this duel without any suspense.

　With "Naga" Tim's victory, the first match of the day, Ocean Magic Academy vs. War Totem Academy, has come to an end.

　War Totem Academy ultimately scored 12 points.

　The Ocean Magic Academy has already scored 24 points.

　Throughout the entire competition, Ocean Magic Academy fielded three main competitors and three substitutes, achieving a total of four victories.

　The three main contestants are Ryan Jeremiah, nicknamed "Shark"; Lyrella Elekney, nicknamed "Electric Shell"; and Tim Doris, nicknamed "Naga". These are contestants that St. Marian Academy and the Holy Mystic Academy need to pay special attention to.

　If they advance to the next round, they will face Ocean Magic Academy this afternoon.

　At that time, these three main competitors will become obstacles on their path to victory.

　However, it must be said that the Ocean Magic Academy is indeed extremely powerful. Just watching from the sidelines, one can feel immense pressure.

　The Naga boy, in particular, who appeared last, gave off an extremely powerful sense of oppression.

　More importantly, none of the six contestants from the Ocean Magic Academy used "Abyss Summoning"!

　"Abyss Summoning" is slightly different from "Accelerated Summoning". It is a special summoning technique that requires the use of "external force" to obtain.

　Therefore, it does not require as much skill from the duelist as "Accelerated Summoning". Among these lower-grade sea creatures, the possibility of someone being able to master "Accelerated Summoning" is very high.

　Therefore, if you want to defeat the Ocean Magic Academy, you not only need to suppress them in terms of sheer strength, but you also need to prepare in advance for the "Abyss Summoning".

　The atmosphere in the contestants' lounges of both the Holy Mystic Academy and St. Marian Academy was quite somber.

　Although the score of Ocean Magic Academy vs. War Totem Academy was 4 to 2, it was clear from the whole process that Ocean Magic Academy won very easily.

　Considering the similarity between the sea creatures' position in the ocean and the demons' position on land, it is quite normal for them to possess this level of power.

　"Judging from the war records, the reinforcements sent by the sea race each time have demonstrated strength no less than that of the demon race. Moreover, that was the result of fighting in a land environment that was very unfavorable to them. If they were to fight in their native seas, they would probably be even more terrifying than the demon race."

　"On the other hand, this also allows us to deduce that if the demon race mastered magical technology, they should possess the same level of power as the current sea race."

　"It's truly fortunate that we were able to exterminate the demon race before the explosive development of magical technology."

　Inside the athletes' lounge at St. Marian Academy, Emma and the others chatted quietly, their voices tinged with a hint of wistfulness.

　But after his initial sigh, Witt changed the subject and clenched his fist, saying, "Even if the demons were to revive, humans today would not be weaker than them."

　Emma and the others nodded in agreement, clearly demonstrating considerable confidence in humanity's current development.

　This confidence naturally stemmed from their desire for a deeper mastery of magical techniques. "Let's put the Ocean Magic Academy matter aside for now. After defeating the Holy Mystic Academy, we'll have a midday to strategize. Next, prepare to face the Holy Mystic Academy!"

　Emma put away her notebook and announced. Meanwhile, in the contestants' lounge of the Holy Mystic Academy, [Holy Son] Evan Pearson and others were analyzing the strength of the Sea Clan. They too were confident of defeating St. Mary's Academy and advancing to the finals.

　—If you don't have confidence, what's the point of a duel?

　However, after a brief analysis, they refocused their attention on the match against St. Marian Academy.

　The Holy Mystic Academy revealed a great deal of information during yesterday's competition. However, St. Marian Academy also revealed a great deal of information.

　They were well aware that St. Marian Academy was a formidable opponent, but not entirely insurmountable.

　General against general, pawn against pawn.

　Even if you don't gain an advantage in the draft phase, you might still lose.

　After all, while St. Marian's Academy has Dark Dimon, their Holy Mystic Academy also has Audrey Joan of Arc!

　Evan Pearson glanced at Audrey Joan, a hint of helplessness in his eyes.

　The last time they came to St. Marian's Academy for an exchange program, they were equals. But now, even he couldn't see through Audrey Jeanne.

　However, this is a good thing for the team as a whole.

　After all, he had already experienced Dark's strength in last week's exhibition match, and Dark was indeed someone he couldn't defeat for the time being.

　Therefore, his goal remains unchanged: Virtold, the "Son of Heroes".

　As for Darkdemon, he can only be dealt with by Audrey. Of course, that's only if the BP countermeasures fail.

　Evan Pearson removed his hands from the warm water, dried them, and looked up, saying, "Are you ready, warriors?"

　“Of course.” The Knights of the Round Table raised their eyebrows, their expressions solemn. The Holy Mystic Academy stepped onto the battlefield.

　As the debriefing session ended and the players left the stage, the hustle and bustle in the venue finally subsided.

　But after only a brief transition, the second round of the competition began. "Please welcome the contestants from St. Mary's Academy and the Holy Mystic Academy to the arena." Host Judy raised the microphone and waved it gently, immediately drawing the audience's attention.

　Humans are, after all, the largest group of viewers.

　Compared to the duel between the Ocean Magic Academy and the War Totem Academy, they clearly preferred to see the appearance of St. Marian Academy and the Holy Mystic Academy.

　Moreover, although the forces represented by these two academies do not fight openly, they have been confronting each other in secret.

　The supporters of both sides naturally grew to dislike each other.

　As the contestants from St. Mary's Academy and the Holy Mystic Academy took to the stage, the audience inside and outside the venue split into two distinct factions, and even the viewing area outside the venue was filled with a tense atmosphere.

　As the contestants walked out of the contestant tunnel, the audience on both sides of the tunnel immediately screamed.

　Throughout the venue, the names of the athletes echoed everywhere. They entered the venue, stepped onto the rising platform, entered the athlete's platform, and took their seats one after another.

　The cheers from the audience subsided slightly.

　The commentators and referees quickly took their positions on the podium.

　Judy began to replay highlights from yesterday's duel, allowing the audience to gain a deeper understanding of the fighters.

　Meanwhile, in the hidden box of the Royal Capital Duel Hall, the atmosphere between Pope Sith and Alvitt finally intensified.