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173 HxH: The Strongest Assassin
🕑 Added 2024-12-10 06:04:02 +0000 UTCRaiken lunged forward, his movements sharp and explosive as he closed the gap between himself and Maha Zoldyck in an instant.
As Raiken moved, the muscles across his back shifted, forming the grotesque visage of a demon's face. His entire aura surged with an intimidating intensity.
"Demon Back!"
Clenching his fist, Raiken aimed a ferocious punch directly at Maha, the air around his fist twisting as he shouted:
"Tracera Strike!"
Raiken's fist seemed to transform into the horn of a charging Triceratops, carrying devastating force.
Simultaneously, another figure entered the fray. Akutagawa darted to the side, his voice sharp as he called out:
"Rashomon!"
The fabric of his clothing shifted and transformed into a dark red mass.
"Jaw!"
The crimson substance morphed into jagged, razor-sharp teeth, poised to snap at Maha with brutal precision. The dual assault—Raiken at close range and Akutagawa at mid-range—was a well-coordinated, deadly combination.
Despite the ferocity of the attack, Maha Zoldyck remained motionless, his feet planted firmly on the ground. The elderly assassin didn't even flinch.
The strategy mirrored the iconic battle where Zeno and Silva Zoldyck had faced Chrollo Lucilfer. Kaizen had carefully crafted this plan, using himself as a diversion while Akutagawa's attack served as the true killing blow.
Even if Raiken were "killed," it would make no difference. As a Nen Beast, Raiken could simply be summoned again. Unlike Silva and Zeno's synchronized teamwork, Kaizen and his allies had a unique advantage: expendability.
However, Maha Zoldyck's overwhelming strength rendered the tactic futile.
The battlefield seemed divided into two worlds: one side churned with violent chaos, while the other, surrounding Maha, remained eerily calm. He met their attacks with the bare minimum—no advanced Nen abilities, just the fundamentals.
"Is this the power of one of the world's top five Nen users?" Kaizen muttered, a hint of despair in his voice.
From the Heavens Arena, where he had achieved the rank of Floor Master, to defeating members of the Shadow Beasts, Kaizen had thought himself strong. Yet here, facing Maha, the gap between them felt insurmountable.
"Mind Bomb!"
"Tracera Strike!"
"Jaw!"
Raiken, Killer Queen, and Akutagawa Ryunosuke launched their strongest combined attack against Maha.
With a deafening crash, the air exploded around them.
When the dust settled, both Raiken's and Akutagawa's Beasts had vanished, leaving only Maha standing.
Maha approached Kaizen, his movements impossibly fluid for a man of his age. Placing a hand on Kaizen's shoulder, he said, "Not bad. You didn't disappoint me."
Kaizen looked up at him. "Grandfather, I lost."
Maha nodded, his tone carrying the weight of wisdom.
"Your psychic beasts are impressive, but remember, as a Nen user, you must rely on your own strength. Your body must be capable of self-defense even without external aids."
"I understand," Kaizen replied earnestly. "I've been honing my combat skills alongside my Nen abilities."
"Good," Maha said with a rare smile. "You've mastered the basics of Nen well enough. It's time to teach you advanced techniques."
Maha began outlining the next steps in Kaizen's training:
Advanced Nen Techniques
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"By keeping some of your Aura Nodes partially closed, you can mask your true strength or hide your attack intentions. It's ideal for deception, allowing you to catch an enemy off guard."
Shu (Enhancement)
"Extend your aura outward, attaching it to objects to strengthen them. This is similar to using Nen tools but requires maintaining the aura yourself. Mastering Shu will allow you to weaponize ordinary objects effectively."
En (Circle)
"A fusion of Ten and Ren, En spreads your aura into a thin field to perceive your surroundings. It can detect distant targets or approaching enemies, but be cautious—skilled Nen users can evade detection."
Ko (Strength)
"By focusing all your aura into one part of your body, you can create powerful attacks or impenetrable defenses. However, it leaves the rest of your body unprotected, so use it sparingly."
Ken (Reinforcement)
"Combine Ren with focused Ten to create a balanced state of offense and defense. The stronger your Ken, the longer you can maintain this state without fatigue. Aim for at least three hours of continuous use."
Maha paused. "We'll begin with these. Master them thoroughly before moving on to more advanced techniques like Ryu. You must build a solid foundation first. Practice according to my instructions."
Kaizen nodded, determination burning in his eyes. The path to becoming a true master of Nen stretched before him, and he was ready to walk it under Maha's guidance.
