ONLINE: Blades of Eternity - Chapter 85

Chapter 85: SOFIA VS ELDRIC

The arena was filled with roaring energy as Sofia and Eldric stepped onto the platform. The tension was palpable, and the spectators leaned forward in anticipation. Sofia, known for her mastery of light and the ice magic she displayed just recently, tightened her grip on her scepter, while Eldric, with his lightning-fast movements and crackling magic, gave her a confident nod.

The bell rang, and the battle began.

Eldric wasted no time. He dashed forward, lightning magic crackling around him as he swinged his sword towards Sofia. His speed was astonishing, his movements like a blur, and his sword seemed to vibrate with lethal energy. Sofia barely had time to react; she quickly raised a barrier of shimmering light to block the strike, but the force of Eldric’s sword shattered it instantly, sending her skidding back across the platform.

Sofia’s breath hitched as she steadied herself, her eyes narrowing with determination. She summoned an orb of light in her hand, hurling it toward Eldric. The ball of light zipped through the air like a comet, but Eldric dodged it effortlessly, weaving through the strikes with grace. In response, he sent bolts of lightning crackling through the arena, aiming directly for Sofia.

She quickly conjured a wall of ice, thick and jagged, to absorb the brunt of Eldric’s attack. The lightning slammed into it, shattering the ice into a thousand shards, but Sofia had already moved. She darted to the side, her scepter glowing with power as she called forth her magic. Streams of light and ice intertwined in the air, spiraling towards Eldric in a dazzling display of power.

Eldric grinned, his eyes sparking with excitement. With a surge of his mana, his body became a conduit for lightning. He blasted forward with blinding speed, dodging Sofia’s magic and closing the distance between them in an instant. His sword came down in a vicious arc, crackling with electricity, and Sofia barely managed to block it with a shield of light at the last second.

The impact sent her reeling, her arms trembling from the force of Eldric’s power. She was pushed to her limits. Eldric’s relentless attacks were wearing her down, and she knew she couldn’t keep blocking and dodging forever.

Sofia took a deep breath, her mind racing. If she was going to win, she had to change her strategy. Summoning all of her strength, she called upon her light and ice magic simultaneously, weaving them together into a new spell. The air around her grew cold as frost began to form on the platform, and the light around her scepter intensified, becoming blinding.

Eldric charged again, his sword crackling with dangerous energy, but this time, Sofia was ready. She released her spell just as he closed in. A blinding flash of light erupted from her scepter, disorienting Eldric for a split second. At the same time, jagged spikes of ice shot up from the ground beneath him, catching him off guard and forcing him to leap back.

But Sofia wasn’t done yet. With a swift motion, she thrust her scepter forward, and the ice spikes erupted into a blizzard of sharp, frozen shards, all aimed directly at Eldric. He tried to deflect them with his lightning, but the sheer volume overwhelmed him. A few shards pierced his armor, leaving shallow cuts across his skin.

Eldric gritted his teeth, his expression fierce. He wasn’t out of the fight yet. With a roar, he unleashed a massive burst of lightning, the energy crackling through the air and obliterating the ice around him. His eyes locked onto Sofia, and with a powerful surge, he dashed forward again, this time with the full force of his magic behind him.

Sofia could feel the raw power of Eldric’s attack bearing down on her. The air was thick with the hum of lightning, and the ground beneath her feet trembled. She knew this was it — Eldric’s final push. If she didn’t act now, she would lose.

In a last-ditch effort, Sofia gathered every ounce of her remaining mana. Her light magic flared to life, brighter than ever before, surrounding her in a radiant aura. At the same time, she summoned a towering wall of ice in front of her, thicker and stronger than any she had conjured before.

Eldric’s spear struck the ice with a deafening crash, lightning exploding outward in all directions. For a moment, it seemed as though the ice would shatter again, but this time, it held. Sofia, her face set in grim determination, pushed forward with her magic, reinforcing the ice with light. The two forces clashed, the arena shaking from the power of their battle.

And then, with a final cry, Sofia unleashed all of her stored mana in one devastating blast. The ice and light merged into a single, overwhelming force, surging forward and engulfing Eldric in a blinding explosion. The crowd gasped as the platform was obscured by a brilliant flash of light.

When the light faded, Sofia stood in the center of the platform, breathing heavily but still on her feet. Eldric, meanwhile, was on one knee, his sword embedded in the ground for support. His lightning had fizzled out, and his armor was cracked and scorched. Despite his best efforts, he had been outlasted.

The crowd erupted into cheers as the referee raised his hand, declaring Sofia the winner. She let out a shaky breath, relief washing over her. She had been pushed to her limits, nearly defeated, but in the end, her determination and quick thinking had carried her through to victory.

Sofia glanced at Eldric, who rose to his feet and gave her a respectful nod. Though he had lost, there was no bitterness in his eyes — only admiration for the fierce battle they had fought.

With the cheers of the crowd still ringing in her ears, Sofia smiled. This was just the beginning.

And so, Sofia descended the stage, her legs trembling slightly from the effort she had put into the battle. Sweat trickled down her forehead, and her breath came in heavy gasps. The roar of the crowd slowly subsided, but the echoes of their cheers still filled the coliseum. Her heart was racing, but a triumphant smile tugged at her lips.

As she approached the participants’ area, she saw Kaelen standing nearby, waiting for her. His expression was one of calm confidence, yet there was a glint of pride in his eyes.

“That was impressive,” Kaelen said, his voice steady yet filled with admiration. “You really pushed through.”

Sofia let out a breath, giving him a tired but genuine smile. “Thanks. Eldric is no joke. I thought I was done for more than once.”

Kaelen nodded, a knowing look crossing his face. “He has a way of overwhelming his opponents, but you stayed focused. That final push — it caught everyone off guard. Including Eldric.”

Sofia chuckled softly. “Honestly, I wasn’t sure if it would work. But I’m glad it did.”

Kaelen smirked. “That’s the thing about these battles. Sometimes, sheer willpower is enough to tip the scales. You’ve got that in spades.”

She looked at him appreciatively, grateful for his support. “Coming from you, that means a lot. You’ve had your fair share of tight battles too.”

Before their conversation could continue, a booming voice echoed throughout the coliseum. “The next matchup has been decided!” the announcer called out, and all eyes turned toward the floating screen above the arena.

Kaelen and Sofia looked up as the screen flickered, displaying the names of the next combatants.

JULIAN VS. LINUS

A murmur of excitement spread through the crowd as the names appeared. Julian was well-known for his overwhelming battle prowess, and Linus, though lesser-known, had shown a knack for agility and precision with his twin daggers in the earlier rounds.

Sofia arched an eyebrow as she glanced at Kaelen. “This should be interesting.”

Kaelen quickly asked in confusion “What do you mean?”

“Haven’t you seen this Julian fight?” Sofia asked in surprise, when she saw Hutton shaking his head, she didn’t know if she should cry or laugh as she replied helplessly.

“Well then just observe this match and you will understand why I said it will be interesting”

They both turned their attention to the stage as the two competitors made their way forward. Julian, with his tall, commanding presence, exuded confidence as he stepped onto the platform. His hand rested casually on the hilt of his sword, his eyes scanning the arena with calm determination.

Linus, on the other hand, was smaller and more agile. His twin daggers gleamed under the coliseum lights as he twirled them with practiced ease. His movements were fluid, and he looked ready to dart in and out of combat at a moment’s notice.

Sofia crossed her arms, leaning back slightly as she settled in to watch. “I wonder if Linus can even get close to Julian. He’s fast, but Julian… he’s something else.”

Kaelen’s eyes remained fixed on the stage. “We’ll see. Although I haven’t seen how this Julian fight, but I have seen how Linus fight and he is one agile fellow”

With anticipation buzzing in the air, the stage was set for another thrilling duel.