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Current DP: 1150
Dark Moon struggled to her feet, took a purple-glowing card fragment from her card case, and tossed it to Yuuki: "Take this... This is just the beginning. My master... won't let you get away with this..."
"Who is your master?" Yuji demanded. "What exactly is the God of Cards?"
Dark Moon revealed a sinister smile: "You think Card God is your system? Foolish... It's just another demon parasitizing you..." After saying that, his body suddenly turned into black mist and dissipated into the air.
Yuki stood frozen in place, the card fragment in his hand slightly warm. The Duel Disk vibrated again, displaying a new message:
[Warning: High-level shadow energy detected]
[Recommendation: Leave the current area immediately]
Next goal: Domino Arena, to find the guardian of the "Dark Magician"
The sound of sirens wailed in the distance as Yuki forced himself to leave the dock. This duel made him realize that the conspiracy he was embroiled in was far larger than he had imagined. What did Dark Moon mean? Was the God of Cards a demon? What exactly were the seven guardians protecting?
Night had fallen, and Yuki dragged his weary body back to the inn. He placed the card fragments on his bedside table, noticing the blurry shape of a scepter on one of them. Seven fragments, seven guardians... perhaps the next user of "Dark Magician" could provide him with more answers.
Outside the window, a blood moon quietly rose, illuminating the outline of Domino City. In a corner of the city, a figure draped in a purple robe was observing Yuki's every move through a crystal ball.
“Interesting…” the figure murmured, “The Saiyans’ power can actually contend with the Dark World… It seems we need more direct intervention.”
He waved his hand and summoned a black duel disk inlaid with seven purple gems—one of which was already shattered.
"Prepare to face the true darkness, Chosen One..." The Domino Arena gleamed in the midday sun, a giant holographic projection at the entrance playing a loop of the promotional video for today's exhibition match. Yuuki stood in the queue to enter, his fingers unconsciously tracing the edge of his card case. Ever since defeating Dark Moon at the abandoned docks three days ago, he had been preparing for this exhibition match.
I heard we have special guests today. Two teenagers in front of me are excitedly chatting; they're supposedly the legendary Dark Magician Apostle!
Yuuki's ears perked up. The Dark Apostle—this was the first Guardian he was searching for. The golden patterns on the Duel Disk glowed slightly, as if in response to his thoughts.
"Please show your ticket," the ticket inspector said mechanically.
Yuki raised his arm, revealing his duel disk. The ticket inspector's expression immediately turned respectful: "Ah, a duelist! Please use the VIP lane on the left."
Walking down the long corridor, Yuki arrived at the contestants' rest area. A dozen duelists were already warming up, and a tense atmosphere filled the air. His appearance attracted a few curious glances, but they were quickly ignored—an unknown newcomer wasn't worth much attention.
Mr. Yuji? A staff member came over. Your match is scheduled for the third game, and your opponent is... uh... He looked at the tablet: Iron Mountain, the user of Mech Fortress.
Yuki nodded, but his gaze was drawn to a figure at the far end of the rest area. The person was shrouded in a purple robe, sitting quietly in a corner, with several cards emitting a faint glow floating in front of him. Even from this distance, Yuki could feel the powerful magical energy fluctuations emanating from the figure.
That person is...
The staff member followed his gaze and immediately lowered their voice: "That gentleman is today's special guest, Lord Mahad, the Dark Magician Apostle. He will accept challenges after the exhibition match." They then hurried away, as if afraid of being noticed.
Yuuki's duel disk vibrated slightly, and the holographic screen popped up:
[Guardian energy detected]
[Target confirmed: Dark Magician Apostle Mahad]
[Recommendation: Win the first two matches to qualify for the challenge]
[WARNING: Target Hazard Level - Gold Level 3]
Gold Tier 3! Stronger than any opponent he'd faced before. Yuki took a deep breath and walked towards his preparation area. He needed to focus on the match at hand.
Two hours later, Yuki easily defeated his first two opponents. The heavy defensive tactics of the Mech Fortress user crumbled under the continuous attacks of Super Saiyan Goku; the second opponent, who used an Elemental HERO deck, was defeated by the Saiyan warrior fused by the Saiyan Fusion Technique. The two victories earned him 400 DP and cheers from the audience.
Ladies and gentlemen! The host's voice resounded throughout the hall, and now we have the highlight of the evening! Let us welcome the legendary duelist, the current successor of the Millennium Sorcerer's family—Lord Mahad, the Dark Sorcerer Apostle!
A figure in a purple robe slowly walked onto the center stage, spotlights following his every move. When he pulled back his hood, the audience erupted in deafening screams. Mahad appeared to be around thirty years old, with a stern face and a peculiar purple emblem below his left eye.
As is tradition, Mahad's voice, though not loud, carries clearly to every corner. I will accept challenges from three challengers. The winners will be decided by drawing lots.
Staff brought over a crystal ball, which shimmered with countless points of light. Mahad placed his hand on the ball, and three points of light flew out, transforming into numbers in the air.
No. 17, No. 42, No. 89.
Yuji looked at his number—42. Fate seemed to be on his side.
The first two challengers were both experienced duelists, but they were no match for Mahard. The first duelist, using the Red-Eyes deck, couldn't even last three turns; the second duelist, using the Cyber Dragon deck, managed to summon Cyber End Dragon, but it was easily dealt with by Mahard's Dark Magician Girl in combination with the Magician.
"The final challenger, number 42!" the host announced.
As You Ji stepped onto the stage, the spotlight momentarily dazzled him. Whispers rippled through the audience—no one recognized this unfamiliar young man.
"You are the chosen one." Mahad's first words sent a shiver down Yuki's spine. "I can sense that energy in your deck that doesn't belong to this world."
"You know me?" You Ji asked in a low voice.
"I know all the duelists searching for the seven mystery cards," Mahad said calmly, "but whether you gain my approval depends on your strength."
The two stood on either side of the stage, unfolding their duel disks. The surrounding area began to change, the virtual projection system transforming the ordinary stage into an ancient magic temple—towering stone pillars, floating magical runes, and a huge magic circle in the center.
"Duel!" both shouted simultaneously.
I'll go first. Mahard's card-drawing motion was as elegant as a ritual performance. Activating the Spell Card, Spellcaster's Village! As long as I have a Spellcaster monster on my field, you cannot activate a Spell Card!
A miniature phantom of a magical village appeared on the field of Mahade.
Next, I normally summon the Magician's Staff (ATK 1600)! A jewel-encrusted staff floats in the air; activate its effect to add one Dark Magician or related Spell Card from your Deck to your hand. I choose Thousand Knives!
Yuki frowned. "Thousand Blades" is a classic combo card for Dark Magician, capable of destroying a monster. He had to be careful.
Cover three cards, end of turn. Mahad's action is concise and powerful. It's your turn, chosen one.
Yuki checks his hand: Saiyan Goku, Saiyan Scout, Saiyan Battle Suit, Ki Blast, and Saiyan Fusion Technique. A decent starting hand, but the Magic Village blocks his spell cards...
My turn, draw a card! Yuuki drew Saiyan Pride, Normal Summon Saiyan Scout (ATK 1200)! Activate its effect, check one of your face-down cards!
The scout's detector fired a beam, scanning the card to Mahad's left. Yuuki's duel disk revealed it to be a magic cylinder—a tricky trap capable of deflecting attacks and causing damage.
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"I know your trick." Yuki sneered, covering two cards, end of turn! He abandoned his Ki Blast and Saiyan pride.
My turn, draw a card! Mahad glanced at his hand, activated the effect of Magician's Staff, released it, and Special Summoned Dark Magician Girl (ATK 2000) from his hand!
The staff transformed into specks of light and reformed into a blonde, blue-eyed magician girl, holding a pink staff.
"Then activate Dark Magician Girl's effect!" Mahad continued. "When she is successfully Special Summoned, you can add one Dark Magician or related Spell Card from your Deck to your hand. I~ choose Dark Magician!"
Next, Normal Summon Magic Guide (ATK 1700)! A little magician wearing a pointed hat appears, activates his effect, reveals Dark Magician in your hand, and Special Summon two Magic Markers (ATK 0) from your Deck!
Two orbs of light appeared on the Mahade field.
Now, I will star-render the Rank 1 Magic Counter and the Rank 3 Magic Guide! Mahad raises his arm, the master of the pinnacle of magic appears in the name of an ancient covenant! Synchro Summon! Arcane Magister (Attack 400)!
An old mage dressed in a blue robe appeared in the light. Although his attack power was not high, he exuded a powerful magical aura.
Activate the effect of Arcane Magister! Mahad points at Yuuki's field, removes two Spell Counters, and destroys your Saiyan Scout! For each card destroyed, Arcane Magister gains two Spell Counters!
The old mage waved his staff, and the scout was struck by a beam of magic, turning into specks of light and vanishing. Two new orbs of light appeared beside the Arcane Magister.
Battle! Dark Magician Girl attacks directly!
The magical girl fired a pink energy ball, hitting Yuuki in the chest. His health dropped from 4000 to 2000.
Set one card face down, end your turn. Mahad calmly said, "Is that all your Saiyan deck can do?"
Yuji gritted his teeth. Mahad's suppressive power was indeed astonishing, but it was far from time for him to admit defeat.
My turn, draw a card! Yuuki drew Saiyan Resurrection, activate the Spell Card Saiyan Resurrection! When your Life Points are lower than your opponent's, you can Special Summon a Saiyan monster from your Graveyard and double its ATK! Revive, Saiyan Scout (ATK 1200 → 2400)!
The scouts have returned in a stronger form.
Next, the normal summoning spell is Summon Saiyan Son Goku (Attack Power 2000)! A black-haired Saiyan phantom appears on the field, and then the Saiyan Battle Suit equipment magic is activated, increasing Son Goku's attack power by 500!
Sun Wukong dons battle armor (attack power 2500).
Now, activate the Continuous Spell: Saiyan Pride! Yuuki flips over his face-down card. Each time a Saiyan monster inflicts battle damage, I can draw one card!
"A decent layout," Mahad commented, "but not enough to break through my defenses."
Battle! Saiyan Goku attacks Dark Magician Girl! Kamehameha!
A blue energy wave erupted, shattering the magical girl. Mahad's health dropped from 4000 to 3500.
Out of Saiyan pride, I draw a card! Yuki drew the Super Saiyan transformation.
Saiyan scouts attack the Arcane Magister!
The scout's energy blast defeated the old mage. Mahad's health dropped to 2100.
The round is over. Yuji asked, "What's the situation now?"
Mahad's lips curled into a slight smile: Interesting. But a true magician never relies on a single tactic. My turn, draw a card!
He glanced at the newly drawn card, a glint of light flashing in his eyes: Activate the Spell Card Master-Disciple Bond! When Dark Magician Girl is on the field, you can Special Summon Dark Magician (ATK 2500) from your hand or Deck!
A purple magic circle unfolded on the ground, and a tall mage rose from it—purple robes, green wand, none other than the legendary Dark Mage!
Then activate Dark Magician! Mahad plays a spell card, and while Dark Magician is on the field, destroy all spell and trap cards on your opponent's field!
The Dark Magician waved his staff, unleashing a powerful magical storm that swept across the battlefield. The Saiyan pride and their battle suits were instantly destroyed, and Goku and the scout's attack power returned to their original values (2000 and 1200 respectively).
Battle! Dark Magician attacks Saiyan Goku! Dark Magic!
A purple energy wave engulfed Sun Wukong. Yuki's health dropped from 2000 to 1500.
"Set one card face down, end your turn," Mahad said. "Now, do you understand the difference?"
Yuki definitely felt the pressure. Mahad's every move was incredibly precise, her resources flowed smoothly, and she wasted almost no cards. Was this the power of a Gold-level duelist?
My turn, draw a card! Yuuki looked at the newly drawn card—Saiyan Spirit Bomb! This card can destroy all monsters on the opponent's field with less than 3000 ATK, but right now Mahad only has Dark Magician on the field with 2500 ATK.
Activate the Magic Kasaiyan Spirit Bomb! Yuuki has decided to take a gamble and destroy all monsters on your field with an attack power of less than 3000!
Sun Wukong's figure briefly appeared, condensing into a giant energy ball that he hurled towards the Mahad arena. However, the Dark Magician merely waved his staff, and the energy ball was blocked by a purple barrier.
Trap Card: Spell Barrier! Mahard flips over a face-down card. If I have a Spellcaster monster on my field, negate and destroy one Spell Card!
Yuki's heart sank. He was now empty-handed, with only a Scout with 1200 attack on the field, while Mahad had a Dark Mage with 2500 attack...
Set one card to end the turn. Yuuki casts his Super Saiyan transformation.
My turn, draw a card! Mahad glanced at his hand and activated the Quick-Play Spell Thousand Blades! If there is a Dark Magician on the field, destroy one monster on your opponent's field!
Countless throwing knives shot out from the void, pinning the scouts to the ground. Yuki's arena was once again empty.
Battle! The Dark Magician attacks directly!
The dark magic struck Yuuki squarely in the chest. His health dropped from 1500 to 0... but then recovered to 500 in the next moment.
Trap Card: Saiyan's Unyielding Spirit! Yuuki flips over the last face-down card. When your Life Points are about to reach zero, you can restore them to 500 and Special Summon a Saiyan Monster from your Graveyard! Come back, Saiyan Goku!