Chapter 1186: Core of the Trap
Chapter 1186: Core of the Trap
"The effect of Mandatory Termination has ended, and the battle phase is over!"
The metallic framework on Antinomy's field disintegrated into golden light particles, which were absorbed by the Trap in his backfield. The Trap then released an invisible wave, a powerful vortex that spread across the entire field. It felt like an invisible hundredfold gravity, immobilizing all monsters.
Both players' screens simultaneously switched to "Main Phase 2."
"You even dodged that move", Youxuan clapped in admiration. "You're truly impressive. I think even the strongest king in my dimension would acknowledge your power."
Antinomy remained silent, but his heart was in turmoil.
That was close.
Without any warning, Youxuan had unleashed a pseudo-infinite loop with Morphing Jar and three continuous Traps. This combination could easily lead to an instant one-hit kill, catching anyone off guard.
Just a moment ago, he had the upper hand, feeling confident of victory. But a single misstep into a series of traps led to an irreversible downfall.
Antinomy had never met the "strongest" Youxuan spoke of, nor did he know who it referred to. But based on this combination alone, he could sense the terrifying Dueling style of that powerful opponent.
They might not be much different from the person in front of him.
Is this a characteristic of their dimension?
Antinomy's mind was filled with doubts.
Is this the reason why kings keep emerging in their dimension? Is self-isolation the true path of Dueling?
But such thoughts were fleeting.
After all, Antinomy was a powerful king who had already mastered the supreme state of clarity and the power of triangular acceleration tuning. Even in his own future era, he was a top-tier Duelist.
A strong king who had found their path would not easily change their style or follow another's path. Other kings' methods could only serve as references and inspirations, not as reasons to change his own path.
"No matter what, I will uphold my own Duel and forge a new path with my own strength!"
Antinomy declared.
"My Turn has ended."
Antinomy took a deep breath.
The combination was indeed dangerous, but the fact that Youxuan's Life Points were down to 300 remained unchanged. On the field, Youxuan only had Morphing Jar, while Antinomy still had the powerful Blade Spearman with its Armor-Piercing Ability.
He was still in a favorable position.
Youxuan: "My Turn, Draw."
Antinomy glanced at Youxuan, a mix of anticipation in his heart.
Come on, King of Duels!
How will you counter my Blade Spearman from such an absolute disadvantage?
After drawing, Youxuan didn't rush to make a move. Instead, he said slowly, "You probably think I'm using a Trap-focused deck, relying on traps to block and counterattack, right?"
Antinomy remained silent.
He didn't speak, but that was indeed what he thought.
From the first Turn, Youxuan hadn't Summoned any monsters, only placing Cover Cards and Traps. The powerful monster "Meishin, the Dark Dragon Nightmare" could only be Special Summoned after a Trap's effect activated, further confirming Antinomy's belief that Youxuan was using a Trap-focused deck.
"That's not entirely wrong, but the core strategy of this deck isn't just Traps. Or rather, the Traps are all set up to bring out this guy."
Antinomy: "!"
Was everything up to this point just a setup?
He instantly sensed that something incredible was about to happen.
"Antinomy, you are strong. I truly feel the power of a future king. It is because of this that you are worthy of facing this monster's power."
Youxuan revved up, his D-Wheel accelerating suddenly. In that moment, the two tires of his D-Wheel seemed to catch fire, enveloping the entire motorcycle in flames as it sped forward.
"This card cannot be Normal Summoned. The Summon condition is to send three Trap Cards from my field to the Graveyard to Special Summon it.
I send 'Ride the Dragon,' 'Dimensional Mirage,' and 'Dimensional Sphinx' from my field to the Graveyard!
The Eternal Forge of the Abyss roars, the burning flames of hell pierce the heavens, and the Elegy of the Phantom Devils resounds! Awaken—
—Uria, Lord of Searing Flames!!!"
The sky seemed to collapse into a crimson vortex, and lava-like energy surged from the depths of the void, dragging the entire track into a boiling inferno. The ground cracked with a web of golden fissures, and sulfurous winds howled.
A hundred-meter-long red dragon emerged from the vortex, its scales like molten iron repeatedly tempered into armor, overlapping and interlocking with liquid flames flowing through the gaps. Sharp volcanic spines protruded from its spine, and its entire body shimmered with blinding light.
Uria, Lord of Searing Flames, has arrived!
[Uria, Lord of Searing Flames, Attack Power?]
The pressure of the Phantom Devil surpassed the level of ordinary monsters, sweeping over like divine oppression.
Antinomy, facing the massive red dragon in the air for the first time, felt his artificial heart skip a beat.
"The legendary Phantom Devil that brings chaos to the world, this is the Divine Flame Emperor."
Youxuan: "Uria, Lord of Searing Flames' Attack Power is equal to the number of Trap Cards in my Graveyard times 1000."
Antinomy: "What!?"
Number of Traps times 1000
No wonder Youxuan said this was the core of his Trap-focused deck, no wonder he said the previous Traps were just setups.
Uria, Lord of Searing Flames, naturally benefits from a deck that uses a large number of Traps. While overwhelming the opponent with numerous Traps, it can also gain power from the accumulated Traps.
This Phantom Devil is truly a powerhouse!
"So far, I have six Trap Cards in my Graveyard: 'Widespread Mine (Claymore Type),' 'Trap Jammer,' 'Damage Capacitor,' 'Ride the Dragon,' 'Dimensional Mirage,' and 'Dimensional Sphinx.'
Therefore, Uria, Lord of Searing Flames' Attack Power increases!"
[Uria, Lord of Searing Flames, Attack Power? → Attack Power 6000]
"Attack Power of 6000!?"
Antinomy began to lose his composure.
"And that's not all", Youxuan said. "Uria, Lord of Searing Flames' effect activates!
Destroy Traps!"
The Divine Flame Emperor roared, and a transparent wave of sound swept towards Antinomy's backfield.
"Uria, Lord of Searing Flames can destroy all Trap Cards on the opponent's field!"
Antinomy's expression changed.
All Trap Cards, whether face-up or face-down, would be destroyed. This meant that his invincible Mandatory Termination would not protect him this Turn.
All Traps destroyed!
(End of Chapter)
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