Chapter 15: The Shadow of the King of Curses

The air in Hida was heavy, charged with electricity and death. As Pikachu and Jin Murasame made their way through the devastated terrain, the Pokémon could feel their senses heightening with each step. The earth, blackened and broken, was permeated with an evil energy that resonated in the air. Rubble and the remains of what were once buildings stretched as far as the eye could see. Sukuna's presence was felt in every corner of the province, as if his shadow watched from above.

"We're close," Jin murmured, pausing for a moment as he scanned the horizon. "Sukuna's here, I can feel him. But Kenjaku... his energy is more subtle, harder to track. That worries me."

Pikachu nodded. Even though he didn't understand everything Jin was saying, he felt the lurking threat in the air. He knew what awaited them wouldn't be easy. The carefree and playful Pikachu of before was long gone. Now, he was focused on one thing: defeating Sukuna and Kenjaku, and helping restore balance to this world.

The cold wind of Hida seemed to intensify with every step Pikachu and Jin took. The sky, covered in black clouds that swirled furiously, seemed to warn them of impending danger. Each lightning bolt illuminated the ruins scattered across the ground, revealing the remains of a once prosperous province now in tatters. Nothing remained but rubble and the ominous presence of Sukuna and his curses.

"This place..." Jin muttered, pausing for a moment. "The cursed energy here is so dense you can almost touch it. Every stone, every tree... everything is permeated with its evil."

Pikachu watched him intently. Although he couldn't sense the cursed energy the way the mages could, his electric instinct warned him of danger. A constant tingling ran through his body, as if the air was saturated with electricity, about to explode.

"You're right to be tense," Jin continued, noticing Pikachu's alert posture. "Sukuna is unpredictable, and Kenjaku even more so. But we're not alone."

Jin raised a hand, pointing towards a small hill nearby. From the shadows, figures began to appear, moving deftly among the ruins. Pikachu's ears immediately recognized the cursed energy of other mages. There were at least a dozen of them, all covered in ceremonial robes and masks, forming a circle around him.

One of them, taller and wearing a mask adorned with golden symbols, approached. When he removed the mask, it revealed the face of an older man, with scars crossing his face in several directions. His eyes, though tired, radiated an unwavering ferocity.

"Jin Murasame, it's good to see you alive," the sorcerer said as he bowed his head slightly. "And this must be the famous Pikachu that Tengen told us about."

Pikachu looked at the man with determination, nodding slightly. He knew the mission at hand wouldn't be easy, but he was ready.

"I am Raizo, leader of this group of sorcerers. We have been watching the area, waiting for the right moment to attack Sukuna. So far, we have only found traces of his presence, but no direct sign of him. Kenjaku, on the other hand, seems to be toying with us, manipulating the energies and constantly disorienting us."

"How much time do you think we have before they manifest?" Jin asked, his voice low but heavy with seriousness.

Raizo frowned, looking at the stormy sky.

"Not long." The energy imbalance we sensed means that Sukuna could appear at any moment. But Kenjaku... his presence is harder to predict. He's always one step ahead, watching, manipulating.

Jin and Pikachu exchanged glances. They knew they had to be prepared for the worst. The trap they were trying to set for Sukuna was dangerous, but it was their only chance to confront and defeat him. Pikachu, sensing the tension of the moment, let electricity flow through his body, ready to unleash its power at any moment.

"Alright," Jin finally said, as he adjusted his sword. "We're ready for whatever comes next."

As the night grew darker, the mages took up their positions around the hill, forming a protective circle with seals and energy barriers. The plan was clear: lure Sukuna out using Pikachu and Jin as decoys, while the other wizards prepared an ambush. But Kenjaku's presence made everything more uncertain. No one knew what his next move would be.

Pikachu stood in the center of the circle, his eyes shining with an electric glow. Jin, at his side, watched every corner of the ruins carefully. They knew that at any moment, the enemy could appear.

Suddenly, a rumble shook the earth beneath them f eet. Pikachu reacted immediately, launching a bolt of lightning into the sky, illuminating the surroundings. From the shadows, a figure slowly materialized. It was Sukuna.

The King of Curses appeared in the center of the field, his figure imposing and terrifying. His multiple eyes glared down at the wizards surrounding him. A sadistic smile spread across his face.

"So you've finally decided to confront me," Sukuna said in a deep, resonant voice. "And I see you've brought the famous Pikachu. Interesting."

The cursed energy emanating from Sukuna was so intense that the wizards had to redouble their efforts to maintain the barriers. Pikachu, however, stood firm, staring at the King of Curses. The electricity in his body increased with every second, its power reaching levels he hadn't felt before.

"This will be your end, Sukuna," Jin said, drawing his sword and assuming a fighting stance.

Sukuna simply laughed, a cold laugh that echoed through the air.

"My end? Do you think you stand a chance against me?"

Before Jin could respond, a second presence made itself known. From the shadows, another figure appeared: Kenjaku, the master manipulator. His eyes gleamed with malice as he surveyed the scene.

"Everything is going according to plan," Kenjaku said, grinning sinisterly. "Sukuna, it's time we show them the true power of curses."

With a swift movement, Kenjaku launched a blast of dark energy towards the circle of sorcerers. The barriers began to tremble under the pressure, and the sorcerers struggled to keep them intact. Pikachu, seeing the impending danger, unleashed his full power. A storm of lightning burst from his body, engulfing Sukuna and Kenjaku in a blast of electricity.

The roar of the storm mixed with the screams of Sukuna and Kenjaku, but when the smoke cleared, they were both still standing, smiling.

"Impressive," Kenjaku said, brushing the dust off his clothes. "But you'll need a lot more than that to defeat us."

Pikachu, breathing heavily, knew the battle was just beginning. But he wasn't alone. Jin and the wizards were at his side, and together they would face the two most dangerous beings the world had ever known.

The tension in the air became almost unbearable. Sukuna stepped forward, his smile widening with dark delight.

"Pikachu, Pikachu…" Sukuna murmured, reveling in the name. "You've been an interesting toy in this game. But all toys must break eventually."

Suddenly, Sukuna raised a hand, and a flurry of invisible slashes unfurled toward Pikachu. Jin, in a swift movement, blocked the attack with his sword, but the force of the impact made him retreat several steps. Pikachu reacted, releasing an electric discharge to counteract the cursed energy swirling around him.

"Resist!" Jin shouted, keeping his guard up as Sukuna continued to advance.

Raizo, seeing the situation, shouted an order to the other sorcerers.

"Now! Summon the containment barriers!"

Immediately, the sorcerers began to conjure powerful seals. The spiritual energies materialized into an invisible wall that began to surround Sukuna and Kenjaku. The ground trembled as the magical forces collided. But Sukuna simply smiled with contempt.

"Do you think these barriers can stop me? Fools!"

With a simple gesture of his hand, Sukuna broke the barriers as if they were made of glass, releasing a shockwave that made everyone stagger. The wizards fell to their knees, panting from the effort. But Pikachu, fueled by his determination, rose once more.

Jin glanced at him from the corner of his eye, admiring his courage. They both knew they were at the edge of their limits, but no retreat was an option. Kenjaku, meanwhile, watched with his sinister grin, enjoying the chaos.

"It's time to end this, Pikachu," Jin said, gripping his sword tightly.

And so, the final battle began, with the fate of the world hanging in the balance.

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