Chapter 208: The first group duel
Vukan, a skilled pyromancer, unleashed torrents of flames towards Jaegar, and he swiftly intervened. With a wave of his hand, he manipulated the flames, redirecting them away from his comrades. His control over fire showcased a level of mastery that left both allies and adversaries in awe.
Meanwhile, Belos, a shapeshifter with a penchant for transformative spells, morphed into a massive wyrm, aiming to immobilize the Cledwarys trio.
The transformation took everyone by surprise and resulted in the whole audience gasping in awe. Belos\'s scales shimmered with a mesmerizing array of colours as he unleashed a deafening roar, causing the ground to tremble beneath him. The sheer magnitude of his transformation sent shockwaves through the arena, leaving even the most seasoned warriors in disbelief.
The arena echoed with gasps as the wyrm lunged towards Pierre. However, Ewen, displaying incredible reflexes, conjured a wall of ice that intercepted the wyrm\'s advance. The collision of ice and scales created a mesmerizing spectacle, showcasing the clash of opposing forces.
There was a momentous gap that held everybody in their place. The weight of the transformation was sinking into the minds of Jaegar, Pierre, and Ewen. They were astonished to see the transformation, and it was their first time seeing such a unique one too.
They have read about transformation magic, and in the books, it was said that it was now a rare magic that nobody uses anymore. However, witnessing it firsthand was an entirely different experience. The sheer power and intricacy of the transformation left them in awe, making them question why such captivating magic had fallen out of practice.
Jaegar\'s initial thoughts have to be reassessed, he thought. Seeing their stance and the way they coordinated made Jaegar reconsider the situation. He had greatly underestimated his opponents, and now he was seeing the result of it.
As he was lost in thoughts, Denica, from a couple of metres away, shouted to him, "Yo, Jaegar. How have you been?"
Jaegar just smiled and said, "As you can see, fine."
"Don\'t be so surprised just yet, and there is more to come."
Jennifer, from the stands, watched in anticipation. She could see the precision in the magic of Douxmarth\'s students. They were well-trained in their arts and wield the arcane magic like it was at the back of their hands.
Her gaze was now focused on the transformed student, the wyrm. The transformation was itself rare, and the creature he had transformed into, it was a really powerful one at that. Jennifer couldn\'t help but feel a mix of awe and fear as she witnessed the wyrm\'s immense power. The crowd around her erupted in gasps and whispers, realizing they were witnessing something truly extraordinary.
As the duel intensified, magical energies surged through the participants. Denica, undeterred by the initial setback, channelled her focus into an intricate spell. Shadows danced around her wand and along the arm spreading around her as she summoned a void of darkness, attempting to engulf the Cledwarys team.
Jaegar, recognizing the threat, swiftly countered. With a precise incantation, he summoned beams of light that dispersed the darkness, revealing the triuNovelBinirate of Cledwarys unscathed.
Vukan, determined to turn the tide, conjured an inferno of unparalleled intensity. Flames roared, threatening to engulf the entire arena. Pierre, demonstrating his earth manipulation prowess, erected a sturdy barrier to shield his allies. The barrier held against the onslaught, showcasing the resilience and strategic prowess of Cledwarys.
Ewen, seizing the opportunity, harnessed the elemental forces around him. Winds howled as he unleashed a cyclone that swept towards Denica, Vukan, and Belos. The gusts disrupted their magical focus, forcing them to recalibrate their strategy. The winds, guided by Ewen\'s adept control, became a formidable force, challenging the very foundation of the Douxmarth trio\'s defence.
Amidst the chaos, Jaegar decided to reveal a glimpse of his true potential. With a silent incantation, he tapped into the latent power within him, summoning ethereal, crimson chains of energy. The chains intertwined, forming a protective barrier around Ewen and Pierre and deflecting incoming spells with uncanny grace.
Denica, recognizing the shift in dynamics, locked eyes with Jaegar. There was a momentary connection, a silent acknowledgement of the hidden depths each possessed.
The duel had evolved into a mesmerizing dance of magic, with each participant pushing the boundaries of their abilities.
Ashfield, seated alongside the other heads of the schools, watched with an anxious gaze at Jaegar. He couldn\'t understand what that child was thinking. He was impossible to read with his facial expression. He controls his emotions very well.
The reason, as such thoughts are running through his mind right now, was because of the way Jaegar was performing on the arean. He was clearly not using all his cards, and he thought that Jaegar was not giving his best.
Ashfield wanted to win every trial in the whole event. And for that, he wanted every one of his students to give their best.
Ashfield had always believed in Jaegar\'s potential and had seen him excel in previous incidents. However, his unreadable facial expression made it difficult for Ashfield to gauge whether Jaegar was truly giving his all. This uncertainty was causing Ashfield to question whether his high hopes for Jaegar would be met, leading to a growing sense of anxiety.
Morana\'s confidence in her students\' performance was evident in her smug expression, which she proudly displayed in front of everyone. Her satisfaction further fueled her belief in their abilities, creating a positive and motivating atmosphere for her students.
But Yralissa, the Elf Academy dean, never left Jaegar. She could sense the ancient arcane magic leaking out of him, like a raging volcano about to erupt at any moment.
With everyone holding their opinions, the arena had become a tense and charged environment. The anticipation in the air was palpable as they awaited the outcome of the upcoming battle.
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As the magical dance unfolded, Denica, Vukan, and Belos from Douxmarth recalibrated their strategy in the face of Cledwarys\' resilient defence. The arena crackled with energy as the participants prepared for the culmination of the duel.
Vukan intensified the inferno, with flames reaching unprecedented heights. The searing heat threatened to overwhelm Pierre\'s earth barrier, but he maintained his focus, fortifying the defence with unwavering determination. The elemental clash between fire and earth painted a vivid spectacle in the magical colosseum, the Hollowdome.
Denica, undeterred by the cyclone summoned by Ewen, focused on her illusionary prowess. Shadows swirled around her as she crafted illusions that danced across the arena, creating a captivating display that challenged the perception of reality. Ewen, with keen awareness, countered the illusions, dispelling the magical mirages with controlled bursts of wind.
Ewen was proving to be a formidable opponent, his mastery over the element of air evident in his ability to effortlessly neutralize Denica\'s illusions. The crowd in the Hollowdome erupted in awe and excitement as they witnessed the clash of these two powerful elemental forces, eagerly anticipating what would happen next in this mesmerizing battle.
Jaegar could see the way Ewen fought, and he was also watching Pierre. He was keeping himself at the back of the two, giving them the gap they needed to unleash their attacks on the opponents.
Jaegar admired Ewen\'s strategic approach to the battle, recognizing his skill in finding the perfect timing to strike. As he observed Pierre\'s movements, Jaegar couldn\'t help but feel a surge of anticipation, knowing that his teammate possessed a hidden arsenal of devastating techniques.
With each passing moment, the crowd\'s excitement grew, eagerly awaiting the moment when Pierre would unleash his formidable powers upon their adversaries.
As the duel reached its zenith, Belos, the transformed wyrm, lunged towards Pierre with renewed vigour. The ground trembled beneath the creature\'s colossal form as it sought to breach the earth barrier. The audience, captivated by the spectacle, held their breath as the wyrm\'s jaws closed in on its target.
In that critical moment, Jaegar decided to help out Pierre, and he waved his wand gracefully, summoning the immemorial arts. The ethereal crimson chains he summoned earlier began to pulse with a newfound intensity. With a commanding gesture, Jaegar directed the chains towards the wyrm, creating a dazzling display of magical force.
The chains entwined around the wyrm, restraining its movements with an otherworldly grace. The audience erupted in gasps as Jaegar, with controlled finesse, halted the wyrm\'s advance.
The unexpected turn of events shifted the dynamics of the duel, leaving both Cledwarys and Douxmarth in a momentary standoff.
Denica, realizing the pivotal role Jaegar played in turning the tide, locked eyes with him. There was an unspoken acknowledgement of mutual respect, an understanding that transcended the rivalry of the duel.