Twelve, mused Xana. A perfect number. One less than thirteen, a so-called unlucky number. Also known as a dozen. And, most memorable of all, it was the exact number of super-monsters he had to unleash.

He would have made more, but they took up a lot of processing power. Still, twelve powerful monsters is a significant advantage. How could he lose now?

He sent them out, confident they would not fail.

He hunted down the Lyoko Warriors, confident twelve was enough.

He could taste his victory.

Unfortunately for him, he forgot exactly why bakers always prepare that one extra cake…