Chapter 95: Beast Card (2)

[Beast Cards Launching Now!]

[Show your stickers and receive Beast Cards!]

The emergence of Beast Cards elicited a passionate response from those who were collecting stickers.

When you buy Beast Bread, you can not only get the sticker but also the Beast Card.

When they heard that it would become 'Collectible X2,' it was only natural for the eyes of those who were deeply engrossed in the game to light up.

Of course, you had to pay a small fee to receive the Beast Card, but...

"Beast card game?"

"Are you saying that I can play a game with the cards I've collected?"

"Ahh?!"

The cards sold like hotcakes.

It's great just with the cards alone, but being able to compare your own deck with others through the cards you've collected?

You couldn't resist buying this.

"I can beat you with my cards."

"Hahahaha! It's been a while since I've heard a funny joke."

"That bastard? How dare you mock me?!"

"Gahaha, haha. If you can, give it a try. If it was possible, that is. Hahaha!"

There was something in Beast Cards that made their hearts race.

"Hrmmm, I came to get my Beast Card."

"Give me the Beast Card!"

Long lines formed at each store as people came with their stickers to get the cards.

Especially, the lizardmen were in complete chaos.

From birth, the lizardmen, who were a warrior race, were serious about competing with others.

A race with hot blood, living and dying by their pride.

"Hrm, let's settle this with a duel."

"Alright, bring it on."

The Beast Card game set fire to the hearts of those lizardmen.

"Draw! Hmm, I'll defend and end my turn."

"Haha, is it my turn? Fusion!"

"What?!"

The Fioré Kingdom and the Empire overflowed with those who duel with Beast Cards.

Among the lizardmen, it was such a heated situation that they wouldn't even consider you one of their own if you didn't have a Beast Card.

However, what excited people the most was something else entirely.

─Grrrrooaaaa…!

"W-wait, Flame King Dragon?!"

"No way! The card is moving on its own!"

A three-dimensional figure of a beast was emerging over the card.

The figure of the beast, moving as if it was truly alive, was an incredible sight to behold.

"Wow, I want it. Sir, how did you get this?"

"Haha, if you eat Beast Bread, you might get lucky and win one too."

The 'Illusion Impact' possessed only by beasts of epic grade and above dazzled people's eyes.

It was an event where both the spectators enjoyed themselves and the winners could proudly show off, making it a delightful experience.

Of course, when the card's mana runs out, you need to wait until it recharges.

"We'll recharge it without cost!"

"Recharge your mana and enjoy the duel!"

A magic card game hall targeting this has emerged.

Thus, the holy site of the Beast Cards, 'Arena,' was established throughout the Fioré Kingdom and the Empire.

"Ugh, I won again."

"Ugh, damn it. As expected, it's Lieutenant Libert. So strong."

Experts who handle 'Illusion Cards' of narrative level and above have appeared.

"Haha, who's next?"

The large lizardman, Libert, the captain of the Fioré Kingdom's guards, arrogantly surveyed his surroundings.

But there was no one to step forward.

Eight consecutive wins.

It was obvious that facing off against Libert, who has been on a winning streak, would result in a loss.

─You're all so weak.

On the card, a vampire girl shrouded in darkness was showcasing her grandeur.

Vampire Lord Lilith (Dark) ★★★★★★

It was a 6-star beast with a phantasmic impact.

"Gahahahahaha."

Libert continuously wore a sinister smile, as if he couldn't contain himself.

"Haha, how boring, if no one is here..."

Thud thud.

At that moment, someone stepped out, interrupting Libert's words.

The yellow pupils of Libert, who turned his gaze towards the sound, trembled.

'…W-what is this unsettling presence?'

The person who emerged was a suspicious figure with a face hidden behind a black mask.

In the Empire, such masks were rarely worn even by the children.

Moreover, the opponent was not a child but a fully grown adult.

"...Hehe, I almost forgot that it's almost work time. Have fun, everyone."

Instinctively sensing that the opponent was a true rival, Libert quietly turned and exited.

However.

"Are you scared?"

"What?!"

Startled by the provocations of the masked man, Libert shouted angrily.

"Never! Alright, f-fine, bring it on!"

Due to the provocation that had come under everyone's watch, Libert had no choice but to start a duel with the masked man.

"C-croak, come out, Lilith!"

─Did you call?

As the beasts of the field disappeared as sacrifices, the Vampire Lord Lilith, whom Liberty cherished dearly, revealed herself.

"Crack, Lilith! Get rid of that weird guy!"

When Liberty pointed out the masked man, Lilith spread her hands wide forward.

With small hands, the darkness gathered.

The darkness flickered as if it were about to fly at the masked figure at any moment.

However, the darkness had not yet fully emerged.

"Left, right."

On the contrary, it has subsided.

"A, B."

By the two quiet words murmured by the masked man.

"...A, B?...Hey, what?"

While Libert was puzzled, Lilith had already crossed over to the Masked One's field.

"Crack, L-Lilith. Where are you going?"

The bewildered Libert tried to stop her, but Lilith betrayed him and went to the Masked Man's side.

"Ruler of Magic. A card that sacrifices 1000 life points to take control of the opponent's beast."

"What, t-that kind of cheating card...!"

"I offer Lilith and the Goblin Soldier as sacrifices."

"...You, you rascal!"

The masked thief who seized the right to use the cards, sacrificed the Goblin Soldier and Lilith from the field.

And.

"Come forth, Blue-Eyed Ice Dragon."

"?!!"

"B-B-BLUE-EYES ICE DRAGON?!"

While everyone doubted their ears, the masked figure confidently placed a card on the field.

The image of a dragon shaped by magic on the card came to mind.

─Krooo!

It was the 'Blue-Eyed Ice Dragon, Iberkina.'

"Is that real?"

"Is that person the one who purchased the Ice Dragon for 5 million gold at the auction?"

"Crazy, its attack power is 3,000...!"

"Wow, I've never seen an 8-star before."

Amidst the bustling crowd, the masked man moved the Blue-Eyed Ice Dragon to sweep away the Libert's field.

"Hahahahahaha!"

The sound of the masked man's laughter echoed through the arena.

"...Sigh."

With that a quiet sound was emitted by the opponent.

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"Isn't it necessary to adjust the balance here?"

"It's does seem a bit overwhelming."

I exchanged opinions with Ranya while looking at the crystal orb.

In the crystal orb, the figure of a small dragon appeared in front of the person wearing a black mask.

It was the 'Blue-Eyed Ice Dragon, Iberkina.'

In front of the masked figure wielding the Blue-Eyed Ice Dragon, the imperial citizens couldn't even put up a fight and fell one after another.

Seeing the masked person who was thoroughly delighted by that sight, I scratched my cheek.

It seems like the Third Prince is in a good mood.

"Ugh, yeah. I guess so."

The Beast Cards that was scattered came from the White Tower, so I was able to find out through information inquiries that the Masked Man was the Third Prince.

'…You only bought a bunch of expensive cards.'

I was curious about what kind of person would spend 5 million gold to buy stickers, but it turned out to be the Third Prince.

I never thought the dignified Third Prince would have such a childish side.

Aren't you getting too immersed?"

"Well, I guess they're relieving stress with that."

As far as I know, I've heard that the Third Prince is handling quite a lot of work.

It was common to relieve that stress through hobbies.

You seemed a bit obsessed, but...

"It's better with going to the arena than doing anything else."

"Is that so?"

"Yes, because other forms of entertainment is a bit barbaric."

Most of the entertainment in the other world was cruel.

They would make the captured beasts fight in the arena for entertainment, or have gladiators or wizards duel each other.

Since there is no war, people themselves have created games similar to war.

It was only natural for blood to splatter and casualties to occur there.

It was a brutal yet primal spectacle, making it the event that the citizens of the empire were most enthusiastic about.

I think it's not a bad thing that the Third Prince has taken an interest in Beast Cards rather than engaging in such gladiatorial events.

─Come forth, Blue-Eyed Ice Dragon!

"Is that right?"

"...I guess we might need to lower the perception of illusion magic a bit."

He was a bit too immersed.

Well, it was partly because the Third Prince's deck was just too overwhelming...

'But that won't last long.'

It was true that the Blue-Eyes Ice Dragon was a top-tier card, but there were countless ways to match or counter it.

Trap cards, spell cards, and various other things have been prepared.

Since it's still the early stages of the game and everyone is not yet familiar with the rules, the Third Prince can act so recklessly. Once the card usage is researched and developed, the Third Prince will somewhat come to his senses.

Right now, it seems like he's completely obsessed with the Ice Dragon.

Moreover.

"Not just one Ice Dragon."

The Blue-Eyed Ice Dragon was created with a total of four copies while adhering to historical accuracy.

One of them was owned by the now-rampaging Third Prince, and the other was held by Iberkina.

The remaining two cards have not been drawn yet, but their owner will appear soon.

I've heard the story that the Blue-Eyed Ice Dragon's sticker escaped from the warehouse.

"Who will create the ultimate Blue-Eyed Ice Dragon?"

With such curiosity, I was admiring the crystal orb.

Ugh─

"Yuri, the light is on."

"Already?"

I looked at the table that Ranya pointed to, puzzled.

Three out of the four blue gems embedded in the table were glowing.

It was a signal that the third Blue-Eyed Ice Dragon had appeared.

"This time, it will be used normally."

Rather than the Third Prince who is only tearing off stickers in the corner instead of playing the game, anyone else would be much better.

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