Chapter 290: The Gravity Game of Libra!
A bone-white mask covered most of his face, leaving only his eyes visible.
The demeanor of Raiken and Akutagawa Ryunosuke had completely shifted. It was as if they were entirely different people.
"Gravity Game of Libra!"
"An ability that manipulates gravity."
"It requires two Nen beasts working in tandem."
"Raiken and Akutagawa Ryunosuke appear together."
"When an opponent fights Raiken alone, the gravity affecting them will steadily increase over time."
"The enhancement depends on two factors:"
"First, the strength of Raiken's attacks landing on the target."
"Second, the distance between Akutagawa Ryunosuke and Raiken."
"The more powerful the strikes from Raiken, the stronger the gravitational pull on the opponent."
"The farther the distance between Akutagawa Ryunosuke and Raiken, the greater the gravitational force the opponent experiences."
"However, this effect is limited by my circle."
(T/N: En (Circle) "A fusion of Ten and Ren, En spreads your aura into a thin field to perceive your surroundings. It can detect distant targets or approaching enemies, but be cautious—skilled Nen users can evade detection." At least that's what I think, if anything changes I'll edit this.)
"If the distance exceeds the range of my circle, the Libra effect becomes null."
"Conversely, when the opponent is fighting Akutagawa Ryunosuke alone, the gravity affecting them will gradually weaken."
"This weakening is also tied to two factors:"
"First, the force of Akutagawa Ryunosuke's attacks."
"Second, the distance between Raiken and Akutagawa Ryunosuke."
"The more powerful Ryunosuke's attacks, the greater the reduction in the opponent's gravitational burden."
"The farther apart Raiken and Akutagawa Ryunosuke are, the more significantly the opponent's gravity weakens."
"This effect also has a range limit."
"Beyond that limit, the ability ceases to function."
Kaizen observed the demonstration with interest.
As someone accustomed to weighted training, he deeply understood the impact gravity could have on Nen.
Especially in battle.
Adapting to sudden shifts in gravity mid-fight was no easy feat. In high-intensity combat, even a moment of miscalculation could determine the outcome.
"It's just one more ability..." Kaizen mused. "But Raiken and Ryunosuke's strength has definitely increased."
"Moreover, this ability synergizes with another technique of Raiken."
"Position Swap."
"They can let Raiken engage the enemy first, steadily increasing the opponent's gravity to an unbearable level. Then, suddenly—Raiken swaps positions with Akutagawa Ryunosuke."
"Instantly, the opponent's enhanced gravity flips into weakened gravity."
"This abrupt shift is far harder to adjust to than the gradual gravity changes of the Libra game."
"It opens up a critical window for attack."
"Conversely, they could have Ryunosuke fight first, reducing the opponent's gravity. Then, after swapping, Raiken can capitalize on the moment of disorientation."
"A Nen ability like this... the strategic possibilities are endless."
The number of Nen users in the world wasn't particularly high, but it also wasn't insignificant. Every country had its share.
The Kingdom of Taris, the Fiora Kingdom, V5, Kakin, and even Meteor City harbored powerful Nen users.
Each region's Nen techniques developed differently, often reflecting their surroundings and cultures.
Generally, Nen abilities fell into two categories:
Enhancement-type—straightforward power boosts to offense, defense, or speed. Easily understood, whether by opponents or spectators.
Rule-based abilities—more complex, requiring specific conditions to trigger, but often yielding greater power when executed correctly.
Libra's Gravity Game fell into the latter category.
Its mechanics were intricate, making it difficult for an opponent to grasp in the heat of battle.
And if an ability couldn't be understood, it couldn't be countered easily.
Of course, like all Nen techniques, it was bound by limitations and conditions—restrictions that, when met, greatly amplified its power.
Kaizen contemplated this for a moment.
"Killer Queen!"
The spectral figure of Killer Queen materialized.
"Raiken, attack Killer Queen!"
The two Nen beasts clashed instantly at Kaizen's command.
Meanwhile, Ryunosuke Akutagawa widened the distance between himself and Raiken, standing still.
Kaizen could clearly see the gravity affecting Killer Queen steadily increasing.
"Double... triple..."
"So far, three times seems to be the limit."
"Not bad. For someone unprepared, adjusting to triple gravity mid-fight would be incredibly difficult."
"At that level, even basic movements could become distorted."
Kaizen gave another order.
Clap!
Raiken pressed his hands together.
"Position Swap!"
In an instant, Raiken and Akutagawa Ryunosuke exchanged places.
Killer Queen staggered.
The sudden reversal in gravity threw off its balance.
At that precise moment, Akutagawa Ryunosuke struck.
Killer Queen's gravity began to weaken.
"Two-thirds... half..."
"At present, one-third seems to be the lowest it can go."
Kaizen frowned slightly as he analyzed the results.
"Compared to increased gravity, the effects of gravity reduction on Killer Queen seem more pronounced."
"Adjusting to lighter gravity is harder than I expected."
"Still, in controlled situations, gravity reduction could have its benefits."
"For instance, if Akutagawa Ryunosuke used it on me, I could significantly boost my speed."
A sudden realization struck Kaizen.
"This ability could be invaluable in training."
"Switching between increased and decreased gravity during normal workouts could yield better results than simply using weighted gear."
"That said, overusing enhanced gravity at my current stage might be dangerous."
"My body is still developing. Too much strain on my bones could hinder my natural growth."
After thoroughly testing the ability, Kaizen left the room and headed to the training grounds.
Wendy remained inside, occupied with her own work.
Later, Kaizen took Tessia to the Dragon Dojo's restaurant for dinner.
"The trip to the Fiora Kingdom has been quite rewarding," Kaizen remarked.
"With its rich Nen culture, I've gathered enough insight to create a formidable new Nen beast."
His eyes gleamed with excitement.
"This is going to be interesting."
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