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

　If the opponent's mental strength is stronger than his, then the effectiveness of all abilities of this type will be greatly reduced.

　Ryan was quite confident in his mental strength. And as it turned out, his mental strength was indeed slightly higher than Sarah's, but only slightly!

　The human opposite him possessed a mental strength far exceeding his expectations! The duel began.

　Ryan measured Sarah's mental strength by releasing the power of the magic stone.

　He immediately realized that he could not replicate the battle against "Earthshaker" Ersshaker in this duel.

　However, he still has an advantage in terms of mental strength, so other mental attacks are effective.

　At the start of this duel, he once again summoned and activated the field card – "Deep Sea Ghost Reef".

　As the ground cracked layer by layer, black reefs burst forth from the ground, piercing the sky like swords.

　Huge reefs rose up beneath the feet of Ryan Jeremiah.

　The reef lifted it into the air, its front resembling a grotesque, terrifying face.

　He stood atop the reef, looking down at his opponent.

　The field effect of "Deep Sea Ghost Reef" can further weaken the opponent's mental resistance, making mental-based special moves such as Intimidate more effective.

　In addition, it can make the duel arena appear as if it were underwater, allowing magical spirits that live in water to also swim in the air.

　However, most of Ryan's magical spirits do not require this field effect.

　After all, in a magical duel, he couldn't guarantee that he would draw this Field card at the start of his hand. Therefore, the magical spirits he chose were all of the type that could move freely on land.

　But as he summoned the "Deep Sea Ghost Reef," a smile appeared on Sara's lips.

　Most of the field effects are covered without distinction, so she can certainly enjoy the field bonus of "Deep Sea Reef".

　Immediately afterwards, the magical spirit that Sarah had summoned materialized within the light of summoning.

　That was none other than the magical spirit from the same series as "The Mermaid of the Dead" and "The Kraken Colossus"—"The Lost Figurehead of the Deep Sea"!

　A figurehead is a totem or deity statue fixed to the prow of a ship. If you ask a sailor what the most aesthetically pleasing thing on a ship is, he will tell you without hesitation, "the figurehead."

　They fixed totems and statues of deities to the bow of the ship, hoping that the gods would bless the voyage. In the minds of the sailors, the figurehead was a symbol of the ship, the soul of the ship, a manifestation of fighting spirit, and also an embodiment of love and beauty.

　Ancient navigators believed that figureheads could protect ships and sailors, scare away sea monsters or enemies, or bring good luck.

　But as the ship sank to the bottom of the sea, the figurehead also sank into eternal darkness.

　When people retrieve it from the seabed, it will no longer bring good luck, but rather a cursed misfortune!

　"A curse of doom!"

　After summoning the "Lost Figurehead," Sara immediately ordered it to unleash its ultimate attack.

　The figurehead, whose outline resembled that of a mermaid but had become decayed and ugly, suddenly opened its eyes, revealing a scarlet gaze.

　A dark and terrifying aura was immediately released.

　The "curse of misfortune" doesn't actually bring bad luck. However, it can significantly lower a person's mental state and reduce their mental resistance.

　Although the "Lost Figurehead" is only a three-star magical spirit, its ultimate move is equally difficult to deal with.

　Ryan was caught completely off guard by the "curse of doom." His face immediately turned pale, his willpower weakened, and his overall condition seemed...

　They became listless.

　Although the red magic stone hanging on his forehead emitted a red light, it had no effect on dispelling abnormal statuses.

　Ryan could only rely on himself to muster his strength and grit his teeth to summon a magical spirit. The first magical spirit he summoned was not the "Deep Sea Fish" he had used before, but his own magical spirit—"Shark Talon"!

　Samsung's "Shark" is about half the size of a person.

　It opened its enormous mouth, revealing sharp, jagged teeth, and the fleshy growth hanging from its head also emitted a scarlet light.

　"Ultimate move—Decoy!"

　As Ryan gave the command, the light emitted by the tumor suddenly became even more intense.

　Everyone who sees that red light will be deeply attracted to it.

　Sarah had just finished the second round of summoning when she was affected by the "bait" and stared blankly at the tumor.

　The "cat that returned from the underworld" that it summoned was also attracted by it and suddenly darted out, pouncing towards the shark.

　The "lost figurehead" also focuses on the "shark".

　"Ultimate move - Dark Depravity!"

　Sarah suddenly gave an order.

　Then the "lost figurehead at the bottom of the sea" instantly unleashed its ultimate attack.

　It was the same ultimate move as "Kuchiki Mermaid"—"Darkness Fall"!

　"Darkness of Depth" is a powerful finishing move that can confuse multiple targets.

　The ships watched by it in the darkness will cause their sailors to develop a bloodlust, and they will continue to sink into self-destruction.

　Suddenly, a black tide surged in the scarlet eyes of the "Jiaozhen Fish," and it abruptly turned its head, biting fiercely at Ryan.

　Although Ryan was listless, he reacted quickly. Almost reflexively, he struck out with his palm, sending the three-star magic spirit flying.

　Upon seeing this, Sarah's pupils contracted, and she became alert.

　Ryan was petite with delicate skin and didn't move during the duel, easily giving people the illusion that he was "incapable of even killing a chicken".

　But if you actually believe that, you'll fall into his trap. He himself is just a "bait" standing there!

　After swatting the "Shark Taro" away, Ryan's eyes suddenly cleared, and the effects of the "curse of misfortune" also weakened somewhat.

　Sara also escaped the influence of the "bait," while the "Lost Figurehead" was essentially immune to it.

　The "cat that returned from the underworld" was attracted and ran to the center line of the field.

　The "sharkfish" also couldn't escape the "darkness and depravity," baring its teeth and lunging at Ryan again.

　Taking this opportunity, Sarah decisively summoned her third magical spirit – "The Coffin of Lamentation"!

　Both the "coffin of lamentation" and the "figurehead lost at sea" were designed to ensure the safety of the station.

　She was acutely aware of her own vulnerability, and when facing the sea creatures, her primary task was to protect herself!

　Although "The Coffin of Lamentation" and "The Lost Figurehead at the Bottom of the Sea" are only three-star magical spirits, they are both incredibly effective for protection.

　Sarah felt slightly relieved and immediately began preparing the secret ritual.

　At this moment, Ryan had already caught the "Shark Taro," but Ryan was clearly unable to dispel the "Shark Taro's" chaotic state and could only grit his teeth and prepare to summon it.

　He quickly summoned a second three-star magical spirit, and then... without hesitation, he used "Abyss Summoning"!

　"In the name of Angelimaia, two three-star magical spirits are offered as sacrifices to the Abyss, praying for its favor. The Abyss summons—'Abyssal Tentacles'!"

　As the incantation was chanted, a dark vortex suddenly appeared beneath the two three-star magical spirits, instantly sucking them in.

　Immediately afterwards, a giant tentacle emerged from the dark vortex!

　The tentacle looked just like an octopus's tentacles, but instead of suckers, it was covered in eyes.

　The eye rolled and spun in its socket, then suddenly stopped and stared at Sarah.

　Sarah felt a chill run through her body.

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Chapter 1248 Darkdemon and the Ancient Soul

　"Is this what 'Abyss Summoning' is?"

　Sarah couldn't help but think to herself.

　Only by being in the dueling arena can one so clearly feel the ominous aura emanating from the deep sea.

　Those "abyssal tentacles" emerging from the pitch-black vortex. Although only three stars, they gave off an extremely dangerous feeling.

　This is a completely different feeling from Leander's "Abyssal White Shark". Although Leander's "Abyssal White Shark" is a six-star creature, and it was summoned by sacrificing three six-star magical spirits, it doesn't have this kind of creepy feeling.

　It's as if this tentacle-like three-star magical sprite is closer to the "Abyss"!

　A chill ran through Sarah, and her vigilance was raised to the limit.

　But the more she cared about that "abyssal tentacle," the stronger the chilling feeling became.

　To outsiders, it appeared as if she had suddenly frozen in place! Such a mistake is extremely fatal in a magical duel.

　Ryan immediately saw the opportunity and issued the order.

　The eyes on the "Abyss Tentacle" widened instantly, emitting a black light.

　"Ultimate move—'Abyssal Terror'!"

　Sarah, who was staring intently at the "Abyssal Tentacles," was immediately affected. Her consciousness sank into the deep sea, the light around her disappeared, and she was plunged into darkness, overwhelmed by boundless fear.

　Sarah's mental resistance is weakened by the terrain effect of "Deep Sea Ghost Reef".

　And when the "Abyssal Tentacles" were summoned, they were tainted by the abyssal aura.

　At this moment, her mental resistance dropped to its lowest point, making her completely unable to resist the erosion of "Abyssal Terror," and her consciousness fell into a deep hallucination from which she could not extricate herself.

　After confirming that the ultimate move had taken effect, Ryan immediately revealed a broad smile and then quickly drew a card.

　The turn had switched, and two new magic cards were acquired. Ryan didn't even glance at them before issuing an attack command to "Abyssal Tentacle." Upon receiving the command, the enormous tentacle covered in eyes abruptly contracted downwards and disappeared beneath the ground.

　Shortly afterward, a gigantic tentacle emerged from the ground of the Blue Team's summoning area, coiling around Sarah like a giant python as she remained trapped in terror.

　Since the player's magical spirit did not die, the ultimate move "Funeral Festival" of "Lamentation Coffin" failed to trigger.

　However, when Sara was attacked, the "Lost Figurehead" unleashed its ultimate attack, "The Last Shipwreck," according to pre-programmed instructions.

　The figurehead, shaped like a mermaid, suddenly spreads its arms and lets out a shriek.

　The sound of a tsunami storm rose amidst the shrill cries. A massive, phantom-like ship emerged from behind it.

　The "abyssal tentacle" slammed violently into the phantom of the ship.

　Both being three-star magical spirits, the "Abyss Tentacle" actually smashed the "Lost Figurehead at the Bottom of the Sea" to pieces with its ultimate attack.

　"The Last Shipwreck" is a defensive ultimate skill that summons a phantom of a sunken ship to protect the target.

　The shipwreck phantom has decent defense and durability, but the "Abyss Tentacles" have even stronger attacks.

　The "Abyss Tentacle" continued its attack after smashing through the illusory image of the sunken ship. The immobile figurehead could not stop its advance at all.

　But at this moment, "The Coffin of Lamentation" finally reacted and took the initiative to unleash its ultimate move, "Lamentation"!

　On the lid of the "Coffin of Lamentation," a face resembling that of an Egyptian pharaoh suddenly opened its mouth and began to weep loudly.

　The wailing was piercing and unpleasant, echoing throughout the entire arena. Even the "abyssal tentacles" trembled. But that didn't matter.

　Most importantly, Sara Swati finally found a sliver of clarity amidst her wailing.

　A flicker of struggle finally appeared on her face, which was contorted with fear; her eyelids trembled incessantly, as if she were about to open them at any moment.

　Ryan was surprised by this unexpected and unwavering determination.

　At the same time, the "cat that returned from the underworld" had already climbed onto the reef and let out a threatening growl. Then it crouched down, and a dark shadow quickly extended from its feet. The tip of the shadow instantly transformed into a giant mouth, which bit down hard on Ryan.

　Ultimate move – "Shadow Fang"!

　Ryan had no magical spirits around him, and the "wailing" of the "coffin of lamentation" made his head throb. If magical spirits approached and attacked at this time, it would annoy him to no end.

　With a single stroke of his right hand, a weapon materializes.

　That's a weapon with a skull on top and octopus tentacles wrapped around its shaft—the "Staff of Annihilation"!

　The weapon card, which was clearly a wand, materialized in his hand and was then used as an ordinary stick to forcefully smash "Shadowfang".

　The three-star magical spirit's ultimate move was shattered by his staff. "The Cat Returned from the Underworld" followed closely behind "Shadow Fang" and pounced, opening its mouth to bite his neck.

　他侧身躲过.

　Gray magic condensed at the tip of the "Staff of Annihilation," extending out at a ninety-degree angle to transform into the "Scythe of Annihilation."

　When the "cat that returned from the underworld" pounces again, it is met with a clean and swift flying slash!

　But in this process.

　The "Abyss Tentacle" withstood the wailing and pierced through the "Wailing Coffin" with a defense of 2000 points.

　The "Lamenting Coffin" of the deceased can, of course, no longer trigger (Funeral Festival).