'Titan' versus 'The Devourer'

"I will leave Saka and need a spacecraft that can navigate through Saka's chaotic passage," Johnny stated bluntly, making his request without hesitation.

This stipulation was non-negotiable for Johnny, a decision firmly set in his mind.

Sakaar was encircled by an array of space passages, linking the known universe with the unknown. Within these passages, tumultuous cosmic energies surged, creating zones of destruction. Ordinary vessels had no hope of traversing such hazardous terrain.

Grandmaster displayed no surprise at Johnny's request.

Upon Johnny's rise to prominence, Grandmaster had conducted a thorough investigation into his background. However, the findings revealed that Johnny wasn't associated with the scavenger culture, despite piloting a scavenger's vessel into Grandmaster's jurisdiction. Moreover, there were no traces of Johnny's presence on Sakaar prior to his recent activities.

Given these circumstances, Grandmaster remained unruffled by Johnny's request for a spacecraft to depart Sakaar.

"Johnny, while I can fulfill your request, I must caution you that should you emerge as the champion, you'll wield unparalleled glory and authority on Sakaar. Are you certain of your decision to leave?" Grandmaster inquired, a playful glint in his eyes.

"Sakaar is too confining," Johnny replied with a slight smile, dismissing Grandmaster's reminder without hesitation.

"Understood. Return and prepare yourself. Remember, if you intend to depart Sakaar, winning the championship is a prerequisite. Otherwise, it's all just talk," Grandmaster acknowledged, opting not to press Johnny further. With that, Johnny was escorted back to the fighter area to recuperate.

"Grandmaster, I've never seen you extend such courtesy to a fighter before. Is there something special about this Johnny?" Topaz couldn't contain his curiosity and posed the question once Johnny had left.

"Topaz, Johnny's future accomplishments may surpass the imagination of ordinary individuals. His words may not be mere hyperbole. For him, Sakaar might be too small a stage," Grandmaster remarked, considering Topaz's inquiry.

"Is he truly that potent?" Topaz's incredulity at Grandmaster's appraisal of Johnny was palpable.

"Topaz, care to wager with me? I believe he will emerge as the champion this time," Grandmaster proposed, his demeanor shifting from playful to authoritative, his latent power subtly emanating.

As a cosmic elder with eons of existence and one of the universe's most ancient entities, Grandmaster might not excel in combat prowess, but his wisdom, accumulated over countless years, far surpassed that of a mere Topaz.

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A month passed swiftly, and Johnny spent the majority of it secluded in his quarters, avoiding the public eye.

However, this month held significant importance for Johnny.

After completing ten knockout rounds, Johnny had amassed a total of 1,200 Soul Points. Throughout the month, he diligently channeled these points to bolster his own strength.

"System, display my attribute panel," Johnny commanded mentally.

With a shimmer, Johnny's attribute panel materialized before him.

••••

Host: Johnny

Soul Points: 0

Skills

Fighting (Passive) lv3

2. Fire Control lv7

3. Ice Control lv7

4. Divine Power lv3

5. Haste lv7

••••

The most notable change was Johnny's mastery of ice and fire abilities, both now enhanced to level 7.

With these heightened abilities, Johnny's combat prowess surged significantly. His coordination reached level 7 haste, seamlessly integrating ultimate speed with potent attacks, rendering him more than ten times more formidable than a month prior.

Three days prior to the championship challenge, Johnny received a summons to prepare.

Before the championship battle, Rat paid Johnny a visit. As Johnny's overseer in the fighter area, Rat briefed him extensively on the upcoming competition.

"Johnny, though I have faith in your abilities, the opponents you'll face this time are incredibly formidable. I've compiled information on several of the most powerful fighters. It's imperative that you study it carefully," Rat advised earnestly.

After Rat shared the information he gathered, he briefly outlined the championship competition rules to Johnny.

"Johnny, unlike the knockout rounds where you face multiple opponents, the championship showdown is one-on-one. Only one fighter can advance from each match," Rat explained, his excitement palpable.

"In the final championship match, ten participants compete. Five are selected for the second round, where one receives a bye. The same occurs in the third round, leading to the final battle and the crowning of the champion."

"But this time, with only eight participants, there are no byes. After three rounds, a new champion will emerge," Rat added.

Johnny absorbed the rules, noting the streamlined path to victory. "Defeating three opponents seems too easy," he mused quietly. Initially expecting a more crowded field, he now felt assured in his ability to excel in one-on-one combat.

Three days later, Johnny entered a vast arena under the guidance of the championship's organizer. The venue dwarfed the knockout stage, boasting enhanced defensive measures to withstand the battles' aftermath.

"Today marks a pivotal moment for Saka. A new legend, a rising star, is poised to emerge in the championship battle!" Grandmaster's voice reverberated through the expansive arena, igniting the crowd's fervor.

The spectators, numbering in the thousands, filled the grand arena with their cheers and chants, their excitement palpable.

Grandmaster's voice announced the commencement of the championship battles, and the electronic screen displayed the contenders' avatars, rapidly shuffling through the participants.

"Who will kick off the first championship bout? Let's find out!" Grandmaster's voice echoed, and the screen froze on the portraits of the two challengers.

In the preparation area, Johnny's gaze fixed on the screen, a smile gracing his lips.

"Titan versus The Devourer!"

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