The central screen split in two, displaying the basic profiles of the contestants on either side.

Name: Raymond

Age: 28

Affiliation: Republic of Zana

Rank: Lieutenant Colonel

Title: Ace Pilot

Codename: 12 Stars

Honors: Diamond Second Class Merit 2763—Ladi Port Battle 2765—Bermuda Battle 2769, etc.…

Rating: Ace

Overall Combat Power: Unknown

Name: Jialong

Age: 30

Affiliation: Sena

Rank: Sergeant First Class

Title: Elite Pilot

Codename: None

Honors: Hiroshima War 2764.

Rating: Elite

Overall Combat Power: Unknown

As both contestants entered the battlefield, an inexplicable, murderous aura subtly permeated the arena… The fight hadn't started yet, but the cheers from both sides had already reached uncontrollable levels…

Listening to the waves of cheers rising and falling inside and outside the arena, Jialong's expression grew increasingly solemn. He understood that his life was in jeopardy in this fight, where the loser dies. He could not show weakness during such opening ceremonies and needed to be highly vigilant.

The high command wouldn't just watch as their soldiers clash head-on with enemies. While Jialong was lost in thought, he suddenly received a message from Heavenly Communication detailing specific instructions…

Raymond, on the other hand, appeared relaxed and at ease. It was time to regain his ground. A hint of sternness flashed across his mouth; along with the buzz, the Hell's Gate pilot was the first to speak, "12 Stars, do you dare to engage in single combat with me?"

The outer field erupted into a hubbub…

The reason it's called a Mecha Battle is exactly because it's a duel between Mechas. Hell's Gate was clearly aware that Jialong was doomed; hence, they made this move.

It was not uncommon for soldiers to face such unusual circumstances in duels. Raymond certainly had the right to refuse, and it wouldn't be hard to save face. Despite his rough appearance, he was sharp-witted and understood the conflict between both parties well. If he could triumph in this initial single combat, it would also serve as redemption for his past humiliation. Therefore, Raymond did not respond immediately.

At the same time, the Zana officials hastened to gather all the relevant information about Jialong. General Heller's voice echoed in the competition room, "I want all information on combat capabilities and the opponent within 1 minute."

"Understood."

After a short while, an assessment appeared. It was Jialong's official combat rating, approximately 11000…

After a brief observation, Heller had essentially figured it out. What was this concept? For instance, according to the Combat Power Tester company's official data, soldiers in Stage 3 are known as Rank 3, with the lowest combat standard being around 1500.

In fact, as a near Rank 3, Xiu Yi's combat power was just over 1000, so he had not yet reached Rank 3, that is, the near Rank 3 stage.

The early phase of Rank 3 has 2000 combat power, the middle phase 3000, the high phase 4000, the peak 5000, and the limit stage 5000+.

A Rank 2 warrior has a minimum combat power standard of 5000, thus their actual combat capability cannot match the extreme of Rank 3. The early phase has 7000, the middle phase 9000, the high phase 11000, the peak 13000, and the limit stage 13000+.

Therefore, from the official data, Jialong's lowest level is also at the late Rank 2 stage. No wonder Hell's Gate came up with this maneuver. That person is very strong, and single combat will be very unfavorable for Raymond.

Heller glanced again over the evaluation of subsequent combat power levels— reaching this level is impressive, with very strict categorization.

The minimum combat power standard for a First-Order warrior starts at early phase 14000, middle phase 19000, high phase 24000, peak 29000, and limit 29000+.

Surpassing one star, the minimum combat power is 29000, early phase 38000, middle phase 47000, high phase 56000, peak 65000, and limit 65000+.

The Soaring Sword Dragon's combat power has an official evaluation of 150000. In other words, the fluctuation at the legendary limit is very large, and the Soaring Sword Dragon's actual combat capability far exceeds the limit level.

Besides, there's another special category, that of Feng Yi in the Legendary Realm. However, the official intro about this individual is rather brief and not comprehensive.

Legendary Realm official estimated evaluation: minimum combat power 64000, early phase 82000, middle phase 100000, maximal outbreak 1000000.

This means that the special realm combat capability of Feng Yi does not have detailed classification. Data records only go up to the middle phase of the Legendary Realm and abruptly stop. Information shows Feng Yi's combat power in the middle phase of the Legendary Realm at 100,000, but this special realm has a special outbreak where combat power can instantly multiply tenfold to an actual million, nearly surpassing the physical and skeletal limits.

Seeing this classified information, Heller couldn't help but sweat coldly... Feng Yi's skeletal strength and the speed of maximal outbreak must be astonishing, even that little girl from Jade Clear Sect couldn't likely catch up.

To know it's impossible yet still attempt it is folly. Heller instantly ordered Raymond to play by the rules.

Upon receiving the message, Raymond figured it out and, without much delay, the mecha made a sweeping motion with the light sword, cutting through the air, "If it's a fight you want, spare me the talk." This call to battle was supremely domineering.

Although Jialong was inwardly complaining, what person doesn't have a bit of spirit? No warrior from Hell's Gate fears death. His eyebrows knit intensely, a fierce light shining in his eyes, "Please enlighten me."

The Knight charged up like a shot arrow, Jialong decided to strike first, being at a disadvantage. Facing such an aggressive level of warrior, if he did not take the initiative, he would truly be done for.

Raymond, controlling the mecha, advanced against the wind. As he swung his light sword, he naturally brought it down in a sweeping motion. This was like a lone strike against thousands, its imposing force as towering and burdensome as mountains, Jialong felt as if he wasn't facing a single person, but a blade light condensed by countless valiant spirits.

But who was Jialong? He was a top-tier pilot, how could he be easily brought down? Don't underestimate any warrior willing to fight to the death. Jialong maneuvered the Knight to attack from the flank, his hands quickly drawing a gun and firing two consecutive shots, employing high-level shooting skills that integrate positioning and blockage.

But his opponent was Raymond, the first-choice ace known as a star general. Compared to long-range attacks, he was more wary of direct sword thrusts. Raymond moved swiftly, simultaneously ducking and twisting his body to avoid the trajectory, and as his hand raised the blade fell, outside the arena a clanging sound was heard as sparks flew upon weapon impact...

The Knight stumbled forward from the recoil...

Raymond didn't have it easy either, his chest heaving violently... The opponent's thrust might not have been described as elegant, but the gesture and momentum remained shocking. Jialong's desperate resolve powered his attack, which could be described as invincibly domineering and unstoppable. Even Raymond was forced to stagger back, a collision devoid of any fluff between warriors.

Worthy of being a top-tier pilot, Jialong's frequency-changing operational techniques were coherent, elegant, and seamless. Missing with one blow, he accelerated and leaped back to a safe distance. The engine roared as he accelerated in reverse at an even faster speed than before, his sword blade unstoppable.

Raymond laughed, who wasn't playing with their life? The techniques he mastered were far from merely basic military movements—they included real battle maneuvers of the Revenge Shadow Rider!

Roar…

Astonishment exploded in the arena; Raymond instantly transformed into a reaper of the battlefield, and with each step, the earth trembled mightily. This was evidently the well-practiced move of the Revenge Shadow Rider, incorporating 8 types of compound operations in every step, 32 types of anticipatory inputs, and 128 subsequent frequency changes, allowing Raymond to pinpoint the opponent's weak points in the shortest time, no matter how the attack came.

People weren't unfamiliar with the actions of the Revenge Shadow Rider. In fact, interstellar war networks and Blood and Passion had also hosted similar promotional events. When Raymond's mecha demonstrated such movement changes, nearly half of the audience present already recognized it, entirely consistent with the typical maneuvers of the Revenge Shadow Rider.

As is well known, Revenge Shadow Rider movements are highly eye-catching but not recommended for imitation. It's not that they are impractical, but rather, the average person just doesn't have the foundational skills and simply cannot mimic them. However, this situation doesn't limit Raymond at all—star generals are exceptionally talented, nearly able to learn any move if so determined.

Aren't these two seriously trying to kill each other? The tension is terrifying. Watching the scene unfold, Mirami felt strangely lost, somewhat regretful. She regretted why she had to stir up trouble initially. It wasn't that she cared about her military rank—being a 12-star, Mirami's rank wasn't that high to begin with. More than that, she cared more about the significant discord she had caused between the two parties.

Mirami felt bitter in her heart, expressing her anguish and desire to cry.

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