From the information provided, it's clear that Jabbar, the middle-aged man, possesses substantial skill and strength. He's considered to be a practical fighter of the quasi-Red Robe level. His standing isn't a result of mere luck but a testament to his competence. However, a quasi-Red Robe is not quite a full-fledged Red Robe, and despite his substantial skill, his age made him less noticeable. Many assumed his success could be attributed mainly to his battlefield experiences.

In terms of choosing the Mecha model, Jabbar naturally opted for a high-performance model. Regardless of the opponent, as long as he didn't make mistakes during the battle, he believed victory wouldn't be too difficult.

But Sky Shadow was different; unexpectedly, he chose to enter the battle in a Federation main combat Mecha, a Beast.

Whatever people say about the invincible Revenge Shadow Rider, there wasn't just one in the world. There was also Sky Shadow. Anything that the Revenge Shadow Rider could do, Sky Shadow could too. Anything the Revenge Shadow Rider couldn't, wasn't a problem for Sky Shadow either.

This unexpected choice instantly set the audience area into an uproar...

God! Sky Shadow chose a Beast. Truly worthy of the alias of the 12-Star General. He may not have made a stirring speech before the battle, but his actions showed his determination. No other considerations aside, the confidence alone deserved tremendous applause from the Federation spectators.

However, Sky Shadow's move was also unexpected for the military. Some of the guest stars smiled at this scene, while others looked confused. Without having tested Sky Shadow's strength, his approach could be seen as confidence or arrogance. It was utterly absurd to consider that anyone who had managed to make it this far was far from ordinary.

The senior officers of the Zana Republic were quietly laughing. If this was the rumored 12-Star General, then he was rather disappointing. Utterly ridiculous, quite frankly.

Who was Jabbar? He wasn't just an ordinary trainee Red Robe officer. With his experience, he could stand on the same stage as a true Red Robe. Considering the relative advantage of his model, the scales of victory could possibly tip towards Jabbar.

Amidst thunderous applause, the two contestants walked into the central arena, their actual data comparisons displayed on the big screens nearby...

As the countdown ended, the battle commenced.

Whoosh, whoosh...

Two figures, like drawn swords, moved swiftly into action. Judging by their reactions, Jabbar, in the high-spec model, was slightly quicker than Sky Shadow. This wasn't the acceleration of the Mecha itself but more the natural reflexes of the pilot. Sky Shadow was noticeably a fraction of a second slower than Jabbar.

This slight lag could be crucial in a battlefield where situations could change in a blink. Sky Shadow's reflexes were apparently inferior to Jabbar's. His audacity to choose the Beast was indeed laughable.

Without wasting any time, Jabbar darted straight towards the Beast, trying to engage in close combat. Given his modified Mecha's advantage in close-quarters combat, there was no reason for him to back down.

"They say the 12-Star General's reputation precedes him. Let's just see about that."

Jabbar charged forward, using provocation as a tool to force Sky Shadow into an attack. The Beast made two long strides, putting considerable distance between them.

Apparently, the opponent wasn't blindly arrogant; this verbal provocation couldn't distract Sky Shadow. The modified Mecha made a sudden high-torque turn, rapidly closing the distance between them like a sharp right-angled turn with no interference from gravity.

In terms of speed, the modified Mecha was astonishingly quick. Fortunately, the Beast was also fast. The Beast model was known for its speed, which was why Jabbar couldn't catch up with Sky Shadow.

As everyone knew, Zana Republic's high-rank Mecha pilots were more adept at close combat rather than long-ranged warfare. Because of this, Sky Shadow had chosen the Beast. Hence the saying, 'know thy enemy and thyself, and you can win a hundred battles.' Understanding an opponent's weaknesses could narrow down the gap in a battle with a substantial power discrepancy. Sky Shadow was supposed to be more powerful than Jabbar; he had no reason to fear him. The choice of Beast was just a strategy.

As Jabbar continued his relentless pursuit, the Beast suddenly turned around, moving even faster than before, and launched a direct attack at Jabbar. Instantly, the gravitational acceleration increased to 15 times its normal rate!

The sudden change caught everyone off guard. He was running just a second ago, how did... Jabbar was hit hard in his chest before he even had the chance to raise his guard.

Thump! Crunch! Squeal, squeal, squeal...

Knocked back by a powerful kick from Sky Shadow, the modified Mecha landed far away, leaving a black trail on the ground strewn with sparks and creaking from the strain.

The Beast didn't pursue, but merely standing in its place, silently mocking its opponent.

Inside the Mecha cockpit, Sky Shadow chuckled contemptuously. Did Jabbar really think that a simple verbal provocation would work on him? There was a limit to how laughable this could get. Sky Shadow had purposely slowed his initial move, creating a vulnerability to trick Jabbar into thinking his reaction time was slower.

The spectators erupted into cheers. Even Sheng Qiangwei and others found themselves quietly cheering for Sky Shadow. He might be an unpredictable strategist, but he wasn't as cunning or insidious as some. It was downright boring.

The commentator then interviewed Raymond: "As one of Sky Shadow's peers, Mr. Raymond, how do you rate Jabbar's chances in this battle?"

The commentator asked the question that everyone wanted to know. After all, Raymond and Jabbar were from the same country, so he might know something.

"Different roles yield different experiences. I don't have much insight into Jabbar, but I know he's the type of pilot who seizes every opportunity. If Sky Shadow doesn't go all out, this battle could easily turn in Jabbar's favor." Raymond responded casually and seemed a little careless, but his support for Jabbar was evident.

"Hehe,then how do you rate Sky Shadow's chances of winning?" This commentator was very professional.

"That needs to be tested in combat. The situation on the battlefield can change in an instant, and any estimation has its inaccuracies. However, I believe Sky Shadow must have considerable confidence in himself since he chose to use the Beast."

Raymond acknowledged the commentator's professional skill in asking provocative questions to attract attention. However, he wasn't going to fall into that trap. Instead, he subtly complimented Sky Shadow.

The higher you lift someone, the harder they fall. In his calculation, Jabbar's Mecha due to its model could potentially offset the power difference and there was a chance of winning by fighting steadily and carefully.

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