The arena had never been so alive.
A storm of applause, cheers, and electrifying energy erupted across the stadium as two figures stepped onto the battlefield — each radiating power, discipline, and destiny.
Kelvin Nox.The genius born from the shadows.Master of seals. Bearer of the abyss.
Inavy Stormbreak.The tempest incarnate.
The final match had begun.
From the stands, Darius and Rose watched in silence.
Darius's eyes narrowed first.— That sword… — he muttered. — The Blade of Chaos.
Rose leaned forward, watching the crimson aura flickering around Inavy's weapon.— It has a strange energy… something destructive.
Her gaze shifted to Kelvin, standing motionless on the opposite side of the arena.— Is this Kelvin really as strong as everyone says?
Darius smirked.— Oh, he's the real deal. A sword genius — maybe even stronger than Inavy. If you drop your guard around him… you're done.
Rose took a slow breath, feeling the tension crackle between the two warriors.— I see.
The referee raised his arm.— BEGIN!
In the blink of an eye, both vanished.
The ground trembled. A shockwave rippled outward as their blades clashed — the sound thundered through the air like the sky itself was splitting apart. The crowd roared, swept up in the chaos.
Swords danced at blinding speed. Each strike from Kelvin was sharp and deliberate, each counter from Inavy a streak of lightning slicing through the air.
Kelvin's thoughts were steady and focused."He's fast. Precise."
Then Inavy stopped. He exhaled softly.
Something in his eyes changed — and so did his movement.
Ku no kamae "The Style of Ku" — The Void Stance.
The most advanced and philosophical of the Five Godai Styles.A state where the warrior transcends technique, thought, and form.
In Ku, there is no stance.There is no separation between the sword and the self.The swordsman becomes the flow itself — acting in pure perception.
Inavy moved like wind, water, and thunder fused into one — adapting to Kelvin's every move as if he could see seconds into the future.
Kelvin's brow furrowed.— What is this…?
Inavy's movements were fluid beyond comprehension. Every spin, every step, every slash flowed naturally — his power of chaos merging with crimson lightning that carved trails through the air.
Kelvin retreated but stayed composed.Even under pressure, he fought like a strategist.Every swing of his black blade had purpose.No panic. No waste.
But Inavy kept adapting.His sword howled — alive — devouring the distance between them.
In the stands, Lorien crossed his arms, eyes gleaming.— That sword… it radiates something indecipherable. And Inavy's style… it's magnificent.
Beside him, Diana Flamesoul nodded solemnly.— That's Ku no Kamae — the Void Stance. Even for a swordswoman like me, it's almost impossible to master.
Lorien smiled faintly.— Then we're witnessing history.
Two prodigies collided at the center of the arena — and the world watched in awe.
Kelvin took a slow step back, eyes flashing with dark light.— Shin'en no Kenjutsu.(Abyssal Sword Art.)
The arena dimmed into shadow.
Thin black lines erupted from Kelvin's sword — slicing through the very air. Each strike fractured space, leaving trails of nothingness in its wake.
One arc of his blade split a bolt of lightning in two — cutting raw energy itself.
Gasps echoed through the crowd.
And then… Kelvin vanished.
Inavy spun just in time, blocking a strike from below. Sparks exploded as steel met steel, illuminating their faces.
But Inavy was smiling.— You leave small openings, Kelvin.
He twisted his wrist and slashed — striking exactly where Kelvin's reach had overextended.
Chaos roared.
The Blade of Chaos pulsed and devoured the abyssal energy leaking from Kelvin's attack lines.
Kelvin's eyes widened.— Not bad, Inavy. Looks like you've been studying me.
Inavy chuckled.— Yeah. Darius told me a few things. After all… you two live together, right?
Kelvin glanced toward the stands.
Darius froze mid–popcorn bite, eyes wide. He quickly looked away, whistling innocently.
Inavy raised his blade, grinning.— First rule, Kelvin. Never turn your back to your enemy.
The next strike came devastatingly fast.
A wave of chaos blasted across the arena, throwing Kelvin backward into the magical barriers.
The crowd erupted into a frenzy.
But within the smoke… Kelvin laughed.— You're right.
His body dissolved into mist.
A shadow clone.
Inavy's eyes widened.
A whisper brushed against his ear.— But neither should you.
From Inavy's own shadow — Kelvin emerged.
Inavy barely had time to react. He slid backward, deflecting the strike by instinct.
The arena trembled. The audience roared louder than ever.
Kelvin's expression hardened — no more smiles. His focus sharpened to a blade's edge.
Symbols of dark light ignited across his fist.
— This ends now.
He dashed forward — faster than lightning — and pressed his glowing palm onto Inavy's shoulder.
A mark flared.
— Shadow Seal — Activate.
Inavy's aura flickered violently. The power of Chaos shut down for a fleeting second.
Kelvin clenched his jaw.— I made this seal… to stop someone stronger than me.
He drew his arm back and struck — a clean punch to Inavy's chest.A blow filled with strength, precision… and respect.
Inavy crashed to the ground, sliding to a stop.
Silence.
Then… applause.
Thunderous. Overwhelming.
One of the greatest battles of their generation had ended.
Kelvin stood, breathing heavily.— You didn't give me a choice… You're too strong, Inavy.
Inavy smiled through the pain.— One punch, huh… Next time, I'm taking you down.
In the stands, Rose was already on her feet, clapping proudly.Darius let out a low whistle, still shaking his head in disbelief.
And among the crowd, Ray Stormbreak watched quietly, arms crossed, eyes steady.
As the setting sun cast golden light across the arena, he thought:
"The future of this world… is in good hands."
The next day, the world reacted.
Kelvin Nox's victory made headlines — the prodigy of shadows reigned once again.But the name echoing across every screen… was Inavy Stormbreak.
"The boy who made the abyss tremble.""Inavy — the lightning that almost conquered the impossible.""The most legendary Draft in history."
Streamers, commentators, and fans couldn't stop talking.Even in defeat, Inavy was hailed as the true highlight of the tournament.
When the guild leaders stood up in respect, the entire audience rose with them.
Inavy, overwhelmed, looked up to the stands — and saw his father.
Ray Stormbreak smiled, clapping proudly.— This is only the beginning, son.
The arena lights gleamed brightly.
And in that moment…the legend of Inavy Stormbreak was born.