The Combat Trials Begins
Phase Two – The Combat Trials Begin
The atmosphere in Jengraimukh Academy had shifted.
After the shocking revelation of Mri's SS-Rank, the entire campus was buzzing with speculation, fear, and excitement.
But there was no time to dwell on it.
Phase Two of the Selection Process – The Combat Trials – was about to begin.
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The Combat Arena – A Colosseum of Battles
The stadium had been transformed overnight.
What was once a simple sports ground was now a battle colosseum, equipped with energy barriers, combat zones, and an enhanced ranking system.
Large digital holograms floated above, showing the matchups for the first round of fights.
Miss Ananya's voice echoed through the arena.
"Welcome to the second phase of the S-Rank Selection—The Combat Trials!"
The crowd cheered, eager to see who would dominate the fights.
Miss Ananya continued, "Each student will engage in one-on-one battles, testing strength, strategy, and aura control. The winners move forward, while the weaker fighters are eliminated."
"Mri is been removed from the competition since he is already selected."
The crowds muttered.
The matchups appeared on the screen.
1. Ayang vs. Aashir
2. Rihanjit vs. Sameer
3. Jasmine vs. Pankaj
4. Rihan vs. Alex
5. Lakhya vs. Omanso
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Round One – The Battles Begin
1. Ayang vs. Aashir
Ayang stepped onto the battlefield, his aura flaring with controlled intensity.
Aashir, a well-trained fighter, lunged forward with lightning speed.
The moment he got close—BAM!
Ayang dodged effortlessly and landed a devastating counter-kick, sending Aashir flying across the arena.
The battle lasted less than 30 seconds.
Winner – Ayang.
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2. Rihanjit vs. Sameer
Rihanjit's battle was brutal.
Sameer was skilled, but Rihanjit overpowered him with raw strength, knocking him out with one powerful strike to the chest.
Winner – Rihanjit
3. Jasmine vs. Pankaj
Jasmine's fight was different.
Unlike the others, she fought with precision and patience.
Pankaj, a strong aura user, kept launching energy blasts, but Jasmine dodged with graceful movements, countering at the perfect moments.
She won by forcing Pankaj into submission.
Winner – Jasmine.
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4. Rihan vs. Alex
This was a match of strategy.
Alex fought with speed, while Rihan used calculated defense and counterattacks.
In the end, Rihan's experience as Vice Leader of The Revolutionary Stars gave him the edge.
Winner – Rihan.
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After the Fights – The Next Phase Awaits
With the first round of combat trials over, only a handful of fighters remained.
The official winners were displayed on the hologram:
Ayang (S-Rank)
Rihanjit (S-Rank)
Jasmine (S-Rank)
Rihan (A-Rank, strategic genius)
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Many students were now one step closer to becoming the official S-Rank representatives.
But Phase Three was coming next.
And this time, it wouldn't just be about strength.
Survival and Adaptability were about to be tested.
And in the shadows, the Amai Gang was already planning their next move.
"Mri must be eliminated before he grows even stronger."
The battle for the S-Rank title was far from over.
It was only just beginning.
The Survival Test
Phase Three – The Survival Test Begins
The sun had barely risen over Jengraimukh Academy, but the tension in the air was undeniable.
Phase Two—the Combat Trials—had been brutal, but now, only 100 S Rank Students were selected from the 12000 fighters.
And this time, brute strength wouldn't be enough.
The Announcement – Miss Ananya's Warning
The students gathered in front of the academy's Grand Hall, where a massive digital screen flickered to life.
Miss Ananya stood before them, her expression serious.
"Congratulations to those who have made it this far. But now comes the hardest challenge of all—Phase Three: The Survival & Adaptability Test."
A low murmur spread through the crowd.
A student whispered, "Survival? Does that mean we're going into the wilderness?"
Miss Ananya continued. "You will be taken to an undisclosed location—an environment designed to test your endurance, decision-making, and survival instincts."
"The goal is simple: survive for 72 hours."
The students exchanged uneasy glances.
"That's three whole days!" someone muttered.
But Miss Ananya wasn't finished.
"This will not be a team event. Each of you will be on your own. No allies. No backup. Only your wits, strength, and aura control will keep you alive."
The tension spiked instantly.
Even Ayang and Rihan looked a little uneasy.
Jasmine crossed her arms. "Great. Now we're playing wilderness survival?"
Rihan adjusted his glasses. "This won't just be about fighting. They'll test our intelligence, stamina, and adaptability."
Mri, however, simply smiled. "Sounds fun."
Miss Ananya's gaze hardened. "One more thing… There will be enemies in the field."
A hushed silence fell over the students.
"Enemies?" Ayang raised an eyebrow. "Do you mean wild beasts?"
Miss Ananya shook her head. "No. You will be hunted."
The words sent a chill down everyone's spine.
"There will be professional combatants in the survival field—skilled warriors hired to track, attack, and eliminate you. If you are captured or defeated, you fail the test."
The students froze.
Professional fighters? That was no joke.
Even Mri's expression darkened. "So it's a real battlefield."
Miss Ananya nodded. "This is the final test. If you can't survive this… you don't deserve the S-Rank title."
The screen behind her changed, showing five different zones in an expansive wilderness:
1. Dense Jungle – Perfect for ambushes and stealth attacks.
2. Frozen Tundra – Cold, slippery terrain with harsh conditions.
3. Ruins of an Ancient City – A battlefield full of hiding spots and broken structures.
4. A Rocky Mountain Range – Uneven ground with dangerous cliffs.
5. The Abyssal Swamp – A misty, eerie landscape with hidden dangers.
Each student would be dropped into a random zone.
The challenge was not just survival, but also escape.
Only the ones who lasted the full 72 hours and made it back to the academy would pass.
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The Drop-Off – Mri's Assignment
The students were taken to a massive aircraft, where they were blindfolded before departure.
Mri sat calmly, his mind already planning strategies.
Beside him, Ayang cracked his knuckles. "This is insane, but I like it."
Jasmine, sitting across from them, smirked. "Don't die too fast, Mri."
Mri chuckled. "I should be saying that to you."
Suddenly, a voice over the speakers announced:
"Drop Sequence Initiated."
One by one, the students were forced to jump out of the aircraft, parachuting into unknown territory.
Mri's heart raced as he fell through the sky, the wind roaring past him.
Then, he spotted his landing zone.
A dark, misty swamp.
The Abyssal Swamp.
Landing in the Swamp – The Test Begins
Mri hit the ground gracefully, rolling to absorb the impact.
The swamp was eerily silent, with thick fog covering the ground.
His feet sank slightly into the muddy terrain, making movement difficult.
Suddenly, a chilling sound echoed through the air.
A low, growling noise.
Mri's eyes narrowed. "Looks like the fun's starting early."
In the distance, shadows moved through the mist.
He wasn't alone.
Elsewhere – The Others Face Their Own Battles
Ayang – The Ancient Ruins
Ayang crouched behind a broken stone wall. He could hear footsteps nearby.
"Looks like I've got company already," he muttered.
A masked fighter leapt from the shadows, swinging twin daggers.
Ayang smirked. "Bad move."
With a swift counter, he disarmed his opponent in seconds.
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Rihanjit– The Frozen Tundra
Rihanjit's breath was visible in the cold air.
The icy terrain was brutal, but he remained unfazed.
Then—a spear flew toward him.
He dodged at the last moment, his instincts sharp.
"That was close," he muttered. "Guess I'll have to start fighting."
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Jasmine – The Rocky Mountains
Jasmine wiped sweat from her brow. The high-altitude terrain was exhausting.
She paused, scanning the area.
Then—a sniper shot rang out!
She rolled behind a rock, narrowly avoiding the bullet.
"Snipers? Are they serious?" she growled.
Her test had just gotten a lot harder.
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Back to Mri – The First Battle
Mri remained calm, even as the growling got louder.
A dark figure emerged from the mist, wielding a long katana.
The fighter's mask covered their face, but their aura was undeniable.
"A bounty hunter," Mri murmured.
The warrior lunged forward, sword slicing toward Mri's throat.
Mri dodged effortlessly, his instincts far ahead of his opponent's attack.
"Too slow," he whispered.
Then, with a single palm strike, Mri sent the fighter flying into the swamp waters.
The opponent didn't get back up.
Mri sighed. "If this is all they've got, I won't even break a sweat."
But deep down, he knew.
The real threats were still ahead.
The Hunters Arrive
The Hunters Arrive – A Deadly Game Begins
The Abyssal Swamp was unnervingly quiet after Mri took down the first bounty hunter.
Mist coiled around the trees like phantom hands, and the stench of damp earth filled the air. Water rippled beneath Mri's boots, but the silence told him one thing—this fight wasn't over yet.
They were watching.
Somewhere in the fog, unseen predators lurked, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.
Mri smirked to himself. "Come on, then."
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Meanwhile… The Command Center
High above the survival arena, in a hidden Command Center, a group of masked individuals observed the 100 participants through floating digital screens.
A man in a dark coat sipped his tea, eyes fixed on Mri's screen.
"Interesting… He took out one of our best scouts without even breaking a sweat."
Beside him, another figure adjusted his gloves.
"Should we send in the real hunters now?"
The leader smirked.
"Not yet. Let's see how they handle Round Two first."
He turned to an operator.
"Release the hounds."
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Back to Mri – The Chase Begins
A deep, guttural howl echoed through the swamp.
Mri's muscles tensed. That wasn't a normal animal.
Suddenly—something fast shot through the mist.
Mri barely dodged as a huge black beast lunged at him, its claws slicing through the air where he had just been.
The creature landed with a splash, its glowing red eyes locked onto him.
A Shadow Hound.
And it wasn't alone.
Three more emerged from the fog, surrounding him.
Mri exhaled. "This is getting interesting."
The hounds charged all at once.
But Mri was already moving.
With a sudden burst of aura, he dodged the first, jumped over the second, and delivered a devastating spinning kick to the third.
It yelped as it was sent flying into the swamp.
But the remaining two were relentless.
One leapt at Mri's throat—only for him to grab it mid-air and slam it into the ground with a thunderous impact.
The final hound hesitated.
Mri smirked. "Smart dog."
But before he could finish it, an arrow whistled through the air.
Mri's instincts screamed at him.
He twisted at the last second, the arrow slicing past his cheek.
From the shadows, a figure stepped forward—tall, wearing a dark combat suit, bow still raised.
Mri's smirk faded slightly.
"So the real fight begins."
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Elsewhere – The Other Survivors Fight Back
Ayang – Ancient Ruins
Ayang dodged another dagger strike, his grin widening.
The bounty hunter fighting him was fast—but not fast enough.
With a burst of aura, Ayang grabbed his opponent's wrist and twisted, flipping them onto the stone floor.
CRACK!
The enemy groaned, but Ayang didn't give him a chance to recover.
With one precise punch to the jaw, the fight was over.
Ayang cracked his knuckles. "Next?"
But then, from the shadows…
Two more figures appeared, both holding scimitars.
Ayang chuckled.
"Oh, now this is getting good."
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Jasmine – The Rocky Mountains
Jasmine was in trouble.
The sniper from before was still out there, hidden somewhere in the cliffs.
Every time she moved—another bullet came flying.
"Tch. Can't fight back if I can't see them."
She pressed against a rock, catching her breath.
Then, her eyes flickered with an idea.
She grabbed a handful of small stones.
With a quick motion, she tossed one to her left.
BANG!
A gunshot rang out.
Got you.
Before the sniper could reload, Jasmine rushed forward, leaping between rocks at inhuman speed.
She spotted a glint of metal up ahead—a scope.
With a final push, she jumped onto the ledge—
—and smashed her elbow into the sniper's face.
The enemy collapsed, rifle falling from their hands.
Jasmine grabbed it, flipping it over her shoulder.
"Looks like I'm the sniper now."
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Back to Mri – The Elite Hunter Appears
The archer in black nocked another arrow, eyes unreadable behind a dark mask.
Mri wiped the blood from his cheek.
He had faced strong enemies before, but this one…
There was something different.
The hunter didn't rush in.
Didn't taunt.
Didn't make a sound.
They just stood there, watching.
Then—they vanished.
Mri's instincts screamed, but it was too late.
The next arrow came from behind.
It struck Mri's shoulder, sending a sharp wave of pain through his body.
His mind reeled. "That speed… That technique…"
The hunter appeared again, bow lowered.
"You're strong," the voice was calm, cold.
"But not strong enough."
Mri gritted his teeth, gripping the arrow in his shoulder.
And then, he smiled.
"Guess I'll have to take this seriously, then."