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Wagner was at the courtyard waiting to be called. He planned on crushing his opponent quickly proving to 'pixie' he was no push over. The soldier looked around searching for Robin hoping he would show up to eat his words. Looking throughout the crowd he saw Robin standing next to a beautiful young woman with long blond hair. He was rather curious who she was and why she was hanging around a guy in tights.
"Wagner, Ready to the tournament off?" Guile asked showing up with the rest of Interpol's chosen.
"Ready to fight and ready to win!" Wagner answered confidently.
"Alright! Just watch yourself these guys aren't like the preliminaries. These guys are fighters."
"Don't worry. You taught me well."
"Yeah I know. But I still have to hassle you." Guile replied with a smile.
"The starting fighters of the tournament are Scott Wagner from Earth Realm three and Dust from Earth Realm four. Come to the ring." Shang Tsung announced.
Across the field Robin and Supergirl were in the area. Robin wanted to see how Wagner would fair against Dust. Wagner may have been arrogant but hopefully his warning made the solider a little prepared. Supergirl came along since she didn't feel like staying at the camp and wait for another lecture. "Hey aren't we from Earth Realm four?" The Kryptonian asked.
Robin thought for a minute, "Uh...yeah we are."
"So who is Dust?" She asked.
Robin gave her a confused look, "Why are you asking me?"
"Because you live with the man who knows everything." She said smugly.
"That doesn't mean I know everything." He snapped.
Wagner got into the ring annoyed that Shang Tsung used his full name and waited for his opponent.
"Wow ain't he cute." Supergirl said wide eyed.
"I wouldn't get attached just yet. His opponent is deadly and I mean it would take Batman or Superman to beat him."
Dust a scrawny man standing five eight, wrapped in white cloth that sagged on him, with yellow eyes walked into the ring. Wagner stared at his opponent surprised at his physic. This was the guy pixie was worried about. He looked like a toothpick covered in toilet paper. "Fight!"
Wagner charged unleashing a somersault kick and another in mid air. Wagner landed gracefully as Dust crashed to the ground. "That's my Rising Kick!" Wagner shouted triumphant believing the fight was over.
Suddenly Dust slowly got up staring at his opponent completely unharmed. Wagner stared at his opponent in shock that he could move after the attack. Wagner charged his hands before unleashing a seventeen hit combo as Dust spun to the ground rolling in the dirt. 'There is no way that this guy is gonna stand now.' Wagner thought to himself. However to his horror Dust stood up staring at Wagner unaffected by the attacks. Wagner set himself in a fighting stance realizing Robin was right. This guy did take a beating and if that part was true than perhaps the rest was as well. Wagner charged leaping forward with right kick. Dust moved left grabbing the leg as he spun Wagner around before tossing him into the dirt. Wagner got up only to have Dust's leg come in striking Wagner in the stomach before flipping around elbowing his opponents head. Wagner fell face first into the dirt his head swarmed in pain from the attack. Wagner looked from the ground searching for his opponent only to find him standing a few feet away. Wagner quickly got up charging his right arm throwing a yellow disk shouting, "Ultra Disk." The attack shot forward making direct contact slamming into Dust's face knocking him into the ground. Dust stood up to see Wagner charging at him. Raising his arms a cloud of dust flew out from under the cloth blinding Wagner. Everyone watched intently listening to the sounds out battle. Suddenly Wagner flew out rolling into the ground bruised in multiply places. It was clear that the battle within the cloud was one sided. Wagner stood as Dust floated from his cloud slamming the side of his hand into Wagner's mouth causing him to fall to the ground. Wagner rolled to his hands and knees spitting up blood before being kicked in the side. Dust was truly ruthless and was out to kill. This could be Wagner's last battle.
***
Aboard Bison's Helicarrier the Shadow Loo warrior watched with interest at the battle. Wagner was an unusual fighter with powers similar to his own. Bison held small respect for the warrior and caught his interest when a person could dominate the soldier easily. "Captain Zallez I do believe we should go and pay our respects to Wagner when the match ends." Bison called standing up from his chair. Walking down the hall he stopped to see Viper wearing a green shirt and green military pants. "Captain Zallez, why is Viper out of uniform?" Bison asked looking the doll over.
"Her uniform was damaged in the preliminaries. We didn't have and extra one so we gave her what we had on hand." The captain said nervously
Bison continued staring Viper over, "I see. I like it this better. This will be her new uniform. It's much more fierce than the other one." Bison turned and started walking down the hall to visit Wagner before his death.
***
Wagner got back on his feet before Dust had a chance to crush his neck with one heel drop. Dust was on a relentless strike continuing his attack on a weak Wagner. With a heavy kick Wagner was once more knocked to the ground. The option of forfeiting and staying alive crossed his mind. Robin had been correct that this thing was psychotic. Every hit he gave Dust returned the attack ten fold. Dust came forward ready for another strike despite his opponent was on the ground. Wagner rolled away catching a glimpse of something that enraged him. Bison stood out among the crowd grinning cruelly staring at him. The man who murdered his family stood out their looking forward to seeing him crushed. Wagner refused to give Bison the pleasure of watching him lose. Filled with new power Wagner swung up slamming his ultra break in Dust stunning him before unleashing a rising kick, two hard punches, grabbing Dust and throwing him to the ground before slamming his elbow down into a sternum unleashing a sickening crack. Slowly Wagner stood staring at Bison showing he wasn't out yet. Suddenly a gasp was heard through the crowd as a hand was placed on the soldier's shoulder. Wagner turned around to find Dust standing staring at his opponent. Without warning sand seeped out of the clothing letting it drop to the floor.
A minute passed without even a whisper before Shang Tsung broke the silence, "Apparently Dust has forfeited. The winner Scott Wagner." Cheers filled the area excited at the match they just saw. It was truly an incredible fight and Wagner was indeed the true winner.
Wagner was about to fall over as Robin ran in catching the fighter. "C'mon you put up a tough fight but now it's time to rest." Robin said walking over to Guile. "Looks like I was wrong about you. Congratulations."
"Thanks." Wagner choked out as he was handed over to Guile.
"You put up an incredible fight Wagner." Guile said praising his student.
"Indeed you did." Bison said loudly making his way through the crowd. "I counted you dead and yet here you are. Bravo, bravo." Bison said in mock praise.
"What are you doing here? Are you the one in charge of this tournament?" Chun-li asked.
Bison turned to see the Interpol detective. "Ah Chun-li so nice to see you again. I'm afraid this tournament is not of my doing. I came to see young Wagner in his fight and give Guile my condolences if the worst should happen."
"You wish you miserable $&#* !" Wagner shouted.
Bison smiled, "My such language. Tell me are finally going to out grow Guile and join the navy?" Wagner launched out in anger unfortunately fell in pain and exhaustion. "My my do look after the boy, Guile. He is just too young to die." Bison turned an walked the other way laughing at the heroes.
"I say we kill him and call it good." Cammy said staring at the tyrant.
"Trust me I want to agree with you however rules state no fight outside the ring and we're in a crowded place and we don't want to draw attention." Guile replied grinding his teeth as he watched Bison disappear into the crowd.
Underground Arena
Zemnas and Sektor stood waiting for the red cyborg to be called. The tournament had begun as multiple fights were appearing across Outworld. Sektor was told his fight would be mid-day, however; he decided to show up early and study the other fighters. Once he had whatever technology needed to construct the dimensional gate he would use it for his cyborg machine creating the ultimate army.
Rehum a bearded fighter in blue fell out of the ring his neck broken. Sektor looked at Rehum's opponent noticing it was Noob Saibot. Noob stared out among the crowd seeing the two Tekunin warriors. Noob left the ring and walked over with Smoke trailing behind. "Sektor, I assume your here for the technology that brought us here?" He said smugly.
"Yes and the technology will be ours by the end of this tournament." Sektor said threatening.
"Now now no need to be defensive. I know your goal is to create a cyborg army to take over the world correct?"
"What's your point?" Zemnas asked annoyed.
Noob glared at Zemnas thinking him as an underling who should be put in his place. "My point is that I wish to create a cyborg army to over take all realms. Since our goals are intertwine perhaps we should team up?"
"Now why should we trust the likes of you?" Sektor growled.
"Because my goal is larger than yours and you have the knowledge of how to transform people into cyborgs. I lack the information. Face facts four hundred fighters here, guards surrounding the castle as well as the fact we do not have a clue where the main system lies. Thus four sets of eyes is better than two."
Sektor stared at Noob his face unable to know what he was thinking, "Fine an alliance between the four of us, however; I will not let my guard down around you."
"Sektor and Tublacain from Earthrealm one please come the ring." The announcer called.
Sektor entered the ring face to face with his opponent, a man 5'10" wearing a black hood covering his face with red chest armor held on by black straps. On his arms were with gauntlets over fighters tape as his pants were black connected to red boots.
The two fighters refused to bother with words as they charged forward. Tublacain shot forward with a hard left kick that Sektor easily blocked returning with a hard left to his opponents stomach the another shot with his knee. Tublacain regained position and struck forward. The battle continued as both warriors battled in the ring. Tublacain swung around thrusting his elbow into the red armor causing Sektor to fall back. Taking the advantage Tublacain rushed in placing the cyborg on the defense. Using his visor Sektor began watching his moves locating any weaknesses. Sudden high punch came in as Sektor ducked down striking in the ribs. Tublacain backed away as Sektor disappeared in a flash of blue light. Tublacain set up for defense making sure he would not be surprised. Suddenly a heavy uppercut came from the red cyborg as appeared below the fighter. Tublacain landed on the ground hard. Sektor opened his chest as a large metal plate folded out above his opponent. Tublacain looked up just before the plate came down crushing him with a sickening crack breaking the body as blood flowed out from the metal plate. The plate lifted leaving a horrid site causing some of the spectators to puke.
The guard unaffected appeared in center ring stated, "Sektor wins...Fatality!"
Sektor left the ring as a clean up crew appeared. "Still haven't lost you edge Sektor. I can see we'll make a fine team." Noob said smiling under his mask.
"We shall see." Sektor replied glaring at his new partner.
Beach Areana
Mad Harriet, Lashina and Stompa were watching a warrior 5'9" with a crew cut dressed in black getting beaten to death by Hiehachi. Hadoram got up and charged his opponent only to have his neck broken. A guard walked to the body then looked at Heihachi. "Heihachi wins..Fatality."
Heihachi grinned cruelly at the crowd before walking out of the ring. Two guards dragged the body out ring so the next match could get underway.
"A pity Darkseid couldn't be here to watch your first match." Lashina said to Mad Harriet.
"That's alright. His son needs to be reminded that failure isn't an option." Mad Harriet replied. "I just wish they would get to me. I'm bored."
"Delilah from Edenia and Mad Harriet from Earthrealm four please enter the ring." The guard announced granting Harriet's wish.
Delilah picked up her sword and nodded to her sister Sarah before entering the ring. Mad Harriet held the look to kill in her eyes as Delilah set her blade in a defense position. The guard looked at the fighters then announced the match to begin. Mad Harriet leaped at the swordswoman claws stretched out. Delilah moved left swinging her blade as her opponent landed on the ground. Mad Harriet turned around catching the blade with her hands. The fight became a struggle for control over the blade. Delilah fell back throwing Mad Harriet over her. Quickly both women got up striking at the other. Both held blades ready to make a critical strike. The metal of the claws sparked off the metal of the sword as they blocked the others attacks. The crowd roared in excitement as the two fought trying to slice up the other. Delilah lunged forward grazing Mad Harriets upper-arm as Mad Harriet slashed her opponent stomach in retaliation. Delilah moved back clutching her wound as Mad Harriet moved in. Delilah swung hard only to have her opponent block and claw her face. Delilah dropped her sword grasp her face in horror. Mad Harriet picked up her opponent's blade before burying it in her Delilah's head. Delilah fell to the floor as her sister screamed in horror looking at her sister's body.
"Winner Mad Harriet...Fatalitly." The guard announced.
A scream came from Sarah as she charged into the ring in revenge only to be stopped by to guards. "No fighting outside the tournament. If you wish to fight then win your matches till you face her." The announcer said.
Sarah calmed down then look at Mad Harriet. "You'll pay for what you did to my sister." The swordswoman threatened before leaving.
"She could be a problem. We'll have to find a way to deal with her." Lashina said standing next to her teammate.
"I could kill her tonight if you wish." Mad Harriet commented.
"No allow me to deal with her." A voice said from above.
The group of warriors looked above to see Carnage hovering above them in a tree. "Carnage correct?" Lashina asked in a flat toned voice. She remembered the murderer from the preliminaries by the way he brutally killed his opponents. The mad man nodded lightly. "Why help us?"
Carnage smiled light, "Well I've kinda been lonely after my wife and I split so after seeing your friend in action I thought I would introduce myself." Carnage leaped off the tree and landed in front. "And if you wish to show my token of affection I'll deliver her pretty little head into your even prettier hands."
"Charming." Lashina replied rolling her eyes.
"I think he is." Mad Harried said smiling at the murderer before her.
"Well then it's agreed. Where can I find you to give to your gift?"
"Well handsome," She said scratching under his chin, "I'll be hanging around Lashina and Stompa so look on the fight roster and well be there." Mad Harriet said seductively.
"Well until we meet again." Caranage said taking off.
Lashina turned to Mad Harriet giving her a death glare, "What is the matter with you?"
"What?" Mad Harriet asked innocently.
"We are on a mission and you risk it by bringing him in."
"Chill. You have to admit he is rather handsome and his murder skills could come in handy."
"I hope Lord Darkseid sees it that way." Lashina said looking in Carnage's direction not liking the maniac at all.
SF Camp.
The group were congratulating Wagner on his victory. The young soldier was fairly beat up but came out on top. "Wagner that was one hell of a fight you gave." Guile said patting his student on the back not noticing his wincing at the touch.
"Thanks, but I wasn't the only one. The guy was not human. I'd like to know just what it was."
"Well it doesn't matter now, you won." Cammy said.
"Yeah he did, but if all opponents are this strong we'll have to be careful." Chun-li stated with worry in her voice.
I wouldn't worry about that." Ryu said speaking up, "Wagner said what he fought was unnatural. Not everyone here is like...what was his name?"
"Dust." Wagner said sorely.
"Right. Not everyone here is like dust."
Chun-li smiled at the comment and felt comforted at Ryu's statement.
DC Camp
"Dust huh?" Batman said sitting back from the rest of the group talking with Robin. He knew there was nothing he could do about Robin being here so he accepted his position. "Obviously a fighting spirit." Batman said flat-toned answering Robin's about Wagner's opponent.
"So what is the purpose of a fighting spirit?" Robin ask curiously.
"It's a warrior who died never meeting a true fighter. Thus they exceed death to achieve their goal. They are rare to see." Batman answered. "Your friend was lucky to survive. They arn't easy to be beat."
"I don't think luck had anything to do with it. This guy was skilled." Robin said remembering every detail of the battle.
"He would have to be to have beaten a specter."
"Do you think we'll see anymore?" Robin asked with a hint of fear in his voice,
"Doubtful. But Keep your guard up just incase."
MK Camp
Liu Kang a rose from his sleeping bag and left to join Kitana privately. The two decided to meet late in the night once everyone else was asleep. As Liu walked past the Street Fighter Camp Guy who was still up curious about the tournaments true objective spotted the warrior cross the camp and walk deeper into the forest. Curious as to why someone was going in to the forest this late the warrior decided to follow him.
Liu Kang walked deeper in the jungle hoping to meet up with Kitana soon. Eventually he made to the clearing where they agreed to meet only to find the place was empty. Liu began getting nervous as his love had not appeared. Something was wrong. Had Shao Kahn caught on to the meeting and set a trap? Liu set himself up for a fight waiting for something to come out.
"Wise instincts Liu." A voice called from above.
Liu Kang turned to see Death Ninja on a hill above, next to him was an unconscious Kitana. "What have you done with Kitana?" Liu shouted fiercely.
Death Ninja's eye's shifted as if he formed a smile at the question. "The young lady is just fine. It is you I'm here to deal with." Pulling out his blades the red ninja charged forward.
Liu leaped back as the two swords clashed to floor. Death ninja ran forward swinging his blades making the fight difficult Liu. The two fighters continued the one sided battle. Liu found a large stick good enough to be used as a staff. Twirling his knew weapon around Liu began to strike back at his assailant. The weapons clashed until the staff was sliced in two revealing the sharpness of the blade. Death Ninja lashed out slicing Liu across his chest and part of his abdomen. The wounded warrior stepped back tripping over a loose branch falling to the ground. Death Ninja narrowed his eyes raising his left arm to unleashed the finishing blow. "Now you die and I will receive that which I've longed for."
Blade came down only half way as Guy flew out kicking Death Ninja back. The dead warrior picked himself up roaring it frustration as he leaped at Guy only to be hit with a fireball from his first opponent. Guy ran forward unleashing his Bushin Senpuu Kyaku.
Death Ninja after regain composure knew he couldn't handle two fighters with incredible skills. He had to leave and return another day. Unleashing a smoke bomb the dead warrior disappeared without a trace.
Guy and Liu stared at the spot where the ninja disappeared, "Who the hell was that guy?" Guy asked.
"I have no clue." Liu replied then turned to Guy, "Who are you?"
"I'm Guy. I was the in the area." He replied quickly not want the warrior to know he was being followed.
"Well you saved my life thanks." Liu said holding out his hand.
"No problem, but you might want to get that wound looked at." Guy said staring at the bleeding cut.
"Yeah. Uh could you help me with Kitana?" Liu asked looking at the unconscious princess.
"Sure." Guy said picking Kitana up bridal style giving Liu and tinge of jealousy before they headed back to camp.
Shao Kahn's Palace
Shao Kahn sat with Darkseid before him. He asked Shang Tsung to speak with the ruler of Outworld claiming the had a proposition. Shao Kahn knew what was at stake decided to hear him out. Darkseid's team remained outside the doors for Shao Kahn's safety. A guard in blue armored stood next to Shao Kahn ready for any surprises. "So what is this proposition?" Shao Kahn asked intently.
"I have traveled the deepest regions of space, fought and concurred many planets, and I know a fraud when I see one."
"Excuse me?" Shao Kahn demanded gripping his chair nearly braking it.
"The tournament, the prize, it is all fake isn't?" Darksied continued unnerved.
Shao Kahn stared at the alien warlord nervously realizing he was in a dangerous position. "Alright so what do you want?"
"I have been trying to concur what you call Earthrealm three. Unfortunately a fighter known as Superman has stood in my way. Now we are after the same goal perhaps a pact can be made. My team and I will fight for you and destroy those in our way."
"Yes, I must speak to my council before making a decision. If you could wait outside I shall give you my answer shortly."
Darkseid nodded leaving the room closing the door behind them. "Well Apocalpse, what is your analysis?"
The guard moved into the blue chair transforming into Apocalypse. "I believe he cannot be trusted. He has his own agenda and will refuse to share power with anyone."
Shao Kahn looked at Apocalypes understanding his distrust. The two were just like him wanting power and domination without anyone getting in the way. The reason's for Apocalpyse's and Shao Kahn's pact was that they needed each other in magic and technology. Darkseid had use for neither and would betray them in the end. "So what do you propose we do. Kill them now and saves us the trouble later?"
"No." Apocalypse replied flatly. "We let him participate then kill him once the tournament is over."
"I see. He is a powerful fighter. Not many can kill a Shokan easily like he did. So let him play his game we will strike before he gets a chance to. Guard bring Darkseid back in, I wish to finish this discussion."
Darkseid returned looking everything over carefully, "What have you decided?"
"I host this tournament in order to win. Once a fighter belonging to me wins the five other reamls will fuse with this one forcing everyone under my rule. However to do that fighters must wear my seal. Are you willing to where that seal?"
Darkseid stared at Shao Kahn not liking the idea of being branded. However to reach his goal sacrifices were to be made. "Very well." Darkseid replied his eyes glowed quickly at the answer. Shao Kahn burned the mark into Darkseid's shoulder following his group. As soon as the last warrior was marked the Emperor commanded that his new guest were to be given a room in the palace. Thus Darkseid and Shao Kahn placed their pieces and it was time to play their game.
Courtyard Arena
It was the second day of the tournament as Shocker and Scorpian watched the fights waiting for Scorpian to be called for his fight. The current fight ended with the winner barely standing and the loser on the ground choking on his blood. After the area was cleaned up Shang Tsung made the announcement.
"Namah from Earthrealm three vs Scorpian Earthrealm two!"
"I guess that is you pal. Try to make the match interesting." Shocker said remembering how easy the preliminaries were.
"I'll do my best." Scorpion said with a half smile walking to the ring. Soon his muscular opponent six feet tall with black hair matching is crisp beard as his eyes a deep blue stepped into the ring. Namah wore blue baggy pants and black boots matching his gloves.
"Begin!" Shang Tsung announced.
Scorpian wasted no time as he leaped forward swinging his left hand in a claw like motion. Namah leaped back dodging the attack before rushing in striking the large insect knocking him in the face. Scorpian fell back only to be struck by several blows from his opponent. Scorpian fell to the ground in shock at how his opponent knocked him around so easily. Having enough Scorpian swung his tail in an attempt at a fatal shot. However to his surprise Namah has a hold of his tail tossing him clear across the ring.
"I said make it interesting not let him beat you." Shocker whispered croutching down looking Scorpiom fact to face.
"This guy is better than I thought. He is nothing like those losers we fought earlier."
"We'll we need to find out as much as we can on this tournament as possible. Best way to do that winning as long as possible. Now quit slacking and fight!"
Scorpian got up thrashing his tail forward. Namah leaped to the side then forward throwing a heavy right that was easily blocked as Scorpian upper-cut literally slicing his jaw reaching the bone. Namah stepped back as he held his hand on his jaw. Blood seeped through the glove as he glared at Scorpion. Namah set himself back into a fighting stance ready to continue. Scorpain swung his tail firing acid as Namah leaped to the side missing the attack. Scorpian leadped up blasting the ground with his plasma tail flying up in the air the charged forward claw out. Namah grabbed the arm throwing his adversary into the the ground. Upon landing Scorpian shot his tail into Namah's heart causing him to start seizing before his death. Scorpian was declared the winner as the crowd cheered enjoying the battle.
Tower Areana
Lili and Sakura climbed a large stairway tower preparing for Lili's fight. The tower stairs bothered Lili; however, it seemed childs play for Sakura. It left Lili amazed and slightly jealous that Sakura had so much endurance and stamina. "C'mon Lili we're halfway to the top!" Sakura shouted.
Lili stopped walking and sat down, "Where do you get all of energy Sakura? I'm mean I started getting tired a quarter up and now were halfway up and your still full of energy."
"I don't know. I've always been hyper." Sakura said cheerfully.
"Well I'm not." Lili said with a sigh closing her eyes as she leaned her head against the wall, "I'm going to rest for awhile."
Sakura walked over sitting next to Lili. "So do you have a boyfriend where you come from?"
Lili's eyes shot open, "What?"
"I asked if you had a boyfriend." Sakura said cheerfully.
"No I don't. Not really looking at the moment. Plus I doubt my father would like it if I did. He is rather protective of me." Lili answered saddly.
Sakura noticed the tone in her friends voice, "What's wrong?" She asked tilting her head.
Lili popped out of some kind of trance replying, "Nothing. We best get going." Lili said climbing to her feet as she rushed to the top of the tower. Her mind fluttered to her father and how he would disapprove of her new hobby. She knew that she had to stay focused. This tournament was her dream and she wasn't going to let anything distract her.
At the top the ring was nearly desolate due to lack of space. The guard at the stairway floor seemed to have been counting people making sure limit the number allowed above. A cloaked figure floated over to the two girls, "Names?" It asked in a hollow voice.
"Sakura."
"Lili."
The shadow priest looked over a board then called, "Lili Earthrealm two vs Gihon Gizar Earthrealm one!"
"Whoa. I just got here. I'm still tired from all those stairs." Lili spokeout.
"We are in a hurry for lack of space. First come first serve. Fight or forfeit." The shadow priest said snidly.
A large Arabian man standing seven foot, five inches, stepped forward wearing a red vest and white pants. On his face was a thin mustache as his head held a long ponytail tied back with a gold ring. His eyes were a cold brown as he looked his opponent over. Lili stared at Gihon ready for her fight. Gihon stared at her cruelly. "My my aren't you a pretty thing. Why don't you forfeit before you get hurt."
Lili glared at her opponent stating, "Doubt you could catch me let alone hurt me."
Gihon's cruel grin widened, "We shall see."
"Fight!" The shadow priest commanded.
Lili launched herself toward Gihon letting loose a powerful kick into his stomach. Upon the attack Lili fell to the ground. Her kick did nothing to him but made him laugh, "That tickled."
The large fighter walked over to Lili slamming his massive foot down. Lili quickly rolled out of the way and charged slamming her fist into his ribs, kneeing him in the gut sliding her left leg into his knee upon other attacks that failed to faze him. Gihon threw a hard punch that over-whelmed Lili knocking her once more to the ground. Gihon grabbed the young woman's leg a spun her around in the air before causing her to crash into the sand followed by a hard kick in her side. Lili felt as if she was going to pass out from sheer pain. Lili stood up throwing a heavy kick in his groin. The man laughed at the attempt. "I am built like a tank. To make myself completely invincible I have taken measures to protect any weakness whatsoever."
Lili backed away in fear as it looked like she would be finished in the first round. Despair and doubt set in until she heard Sakura shout. "Don't give up! C'mon you can beat this guy!"
Lili looked at her friend nodding with new confidence. Quickly she backed away from her opponent keeping her eyes locked on the warrior. Gihon smiled glad to see that the battle wasn't over yet. The huge warrior charged forward thrust his fist. Lili moved left thrusting her elbow in his throat causing the warrior to move back in surprise. Lili took this chance leaping upward grabbing her opponents head slamming her forward into his nose. Gihon in pain fell to the ground taking Lili with him as he crashed into the ring. Lili stood up as a steam of blood ran down her fore-head. After the ten count Lili was delcared the winner. With a proud smile Lili passed out from the pain in her head. Sakura walked over picking her new friend up and carried her down the tower so she could rest in her tent.