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It didn't work...

There's no way we can defeat that thing...!

Back then, I learned there were things immune to my magic.

I don't know who you are, but...

What do you want?

You're quite the shocking person, as the rumors say.

But could you at least put some clothes on first?

You look quite interesting! How about we spar a bit?

I kindly refuse your offer.

Oh? Yami and Vangeance, huh?

I don't care that those good-for-nothings got kidnapped,

but I'm interested in the people who took them.

I'll prepare the perfect opponent for you to test the results of your training.

He was right...

This is fun!

I've realized that I can still get stronger!

Flame Magic:

Hellfire Incarnate!

Wha...

What phenomenal magic power!

It's as if her body has become mana itself!

As the first step toward burning everything to ashes,

I will defeat a legend!

Mana Zone Full Release!

Calidos Brachium Purgatory: Abyss!

Go back to sleep!

This time... forever!

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So the rats that snuck in weren't from the Resistance.

Why are you still alive?

It's all thanks to Captain Vangeance's magic.

We'll be taking him back!

After we defeat you!

I know his abilities.

He uses Bone Magic as an Absolute Defense.

Incredible durability and regeneration speed.

Most physical attacks won't work on him.

I see. What a foolish thing to do.

If you'd stayed quietly at your home, you could've lived a little longer.

I've heard you've been doing whatever you pleased while I was away.

I'm not the type who can sit still while a guy like you is on the loose!

Archangel's Crash!

A Spatial Mage, huh?

And Absolute Space, powered by a devil's magic.

He takes full control of the mana in space,

even interfering with and nullifying his opponents' mana.

If I didn't exist, it's likely you would have been the ultimate Spatial Mage.

It's been a long time since I've met someone who talks so arrogantly!

Spatial Magic: Archangel's Destruction!

I know they sent you here

to counter my Spatial Magic, but...

Spatial Magic:

Spatial Mana Domination.

Once a mage enters the space of a spell, they can't even maintain their magic!

You can do this on such a massive scale without even moving?

Did pity turn your head? Accompanying someone who lost before is utterly foolish.

You made foolish choices just like your captain.

Your pointless pride and dreams... Because you cling to such things,

you'll die without even being able to make me take a single step!

Let's go, Bell.

Yeah!

There you are, you bone freak!

You really made us suffer back then!

Yuno and I are going to take you down!

Spirit Dive.

Spirit of Boreas!

What is this overwhelming pressure and the shape of his magic?

But within this space, he can't wield any power.

I am the man who will become the Wizard King.

I can't just stay defeated by you!

I can't control the mana within Absolute Space...

Is he overpowering my control with even greater power?

No, he's...

...beloved by mana!

Didn't you say we'll die without even making you take a single step?

Who are you talking to?

You're going to die regretting the day you laid a hand on the Golden Dawn!

You're really a sore loser, huh?

We can do this! We'll defeat him, stop the Advent of Qliphoth...

...and rescue Captain Vangeance!

I heard we had intruders, but neither of you is Noelle.

Show me whether or not you'll be fun to fight.

First, if you can't beat these Eight Shining General guys, you're not worth my time.

Briar Creation Magic:

Corpse-Hunting Briar Tree!

Although, with Morris' modifications and my curses, they're pretty strong.

Picture Magic:

Groundswell of Su Telon!

Sirens' Game!

You can use various attributes with Picture Magic, which is pretty interesting.

But is that all you've got?

Briar Magic is completely useless.

Or rather, there's the compatibility thing, so she's just holding you back.

Geez, I really wanted to fight that Anti-Magic brat

and the Dark Magic guy who took out Dante.

And then I wanted to turn them into my toys.

But his death will open the Gate of the Underworld,

so I'll just have to be patient.

Well, Zenon managed to capture him,

so maybe he wasn't all that strong after all.

Over the past six months, while carrying out my duties as a captain,

I've been studying the Heart Kingdom's Rune Arrays.

Goodness, Charlotte! You're a genius!

Is the captain studying that technique again?

She's an earnest type anyway, so no one can stop her.

The immense power of the curse placed on my magic...

I thought I'd learned to control it and use it to my advantage,

but I was wrong.

The curse was a powerful shackle that suppressed my magic.

By mastering Rune Arrays, I discovered the true way to use my cursed briars!

Dorothy told me...

The Curse Magic in this world originated from Megicula.

Megicula is the father of all curses.

Because of you...

...I've become stronger!

She deployed the Mana Method inside my magic.

I wonder if they've grown well in soil and water rich in mana.

Mana Method, Modified Briar Magic:

Blue Rose Paradise.

The stronger the enemy's curse, the more of it these roses absorb,

allowing them to bloom beautifully.

The power of the curse seals on those two is weakening!

That human... Did she alter the curse placed on herself

and turn it into a special anti-curse spell?

I never imagined anyone could do such a thing... How interesting!

Missions and friendly rivalries with the Magic Knights,

the elves' reincarnation,

and the Rune Array of the Heart Kingdom...

Everything I've experienced has nourished my magic.

This is my blue rose now.

And this is...

...my rightful red rose.

I can now...

...use both blue and red roses!

True Briar Magic: Queen of Briars.

I'll save you and show you how much stronger I've become,

Yami!

Wait, so Captain Charlotte managed to become a captain without ever using her true power?!

I just found my best opponent ever!

Unfortunately, I have no intention of fighting you.

What are you talking about?! I'll break free of these in no time... Huh?

Those briars cannot be overcome by brute force.

The stronger one's curse, the more tightly the power of the curse binds them.

No way... You used my own strength against me?!

Hey! Come on, let's have some fun together!

Hey!

This is what happens when you let your guard down and are arrogant and careless.

Come on, don't say that.

I'm sure we could have the most amazing, thrilling fight ever...!

I have no liking for ridiculous women like you!

Die without ever getting your wish.

That is...

...my punishment for you!

Death Scythe: Lunatic Slash!

Morris' sorcery science has enhanced my body's regenerative abilities even further.

The only thing that has a chance to injure me...

...is that Anti-Magic boy.

I knew it. Even so, the only way we can win...

We're just getting started!

...is to bet on Jack's magic, which can cut things that can't be cut.

However...

So that's it.

I have no business with you.

Gravity Magic: Presence of the Demon King.

Can Jack even attack while he's under the effects of Gravity Magic?

Slotos.

Devil Union Mode: Equus. Characteristic: Toughness.

So there's another devil host besides that Anti-Magic boy!

What's this?

You were so full of yourself earlier. What happened?

Is your height and attitude all you've got, captain of the praying matises?

Anyone can talk big.

Why don't you prove your strength instead?

You jerk...!

Don't ignore me!

I'm talking to the captain over there.

I like that! Show me more of your malice!

Can you keep me entertained until the gate opens?

Even if I can clash with him, I can't land a decisive blow.

I can't defeat this guy.

I have to somehow get Jack to attack him...

And you, the one crawling on the ground. I heard him call you "captain".

But you're boring. Get lost.

My dad was a commoner who made a living hunting small game and birds.

He always said, "Never mess with anything that looks stronger than you."

He was a cautious and conservative man.

When he learned that my magic could form blades,

he was delighted, saying it was fitting magic for a hunter.

Just like my dad, I hunted creatures that were weaker than me and slashed them up.

Am I going to live like this forever?

When I was 13, my dad came back from the mountains dead.

I figured that was to be expected.

They said he'd probably encountered the lord of the mountain while hunting.

There were enormous claw marks across his back.

It's fine. I can win.

Guess I'll join the Magic Knights.

This guy...

He's sharpening his blades by moving them around inside his own body.

I just want...

Crawling on the ground, relying on others to protect you... How pathetic.

...to tear apart who are considered strong...

Yami Sukehiro was a captain too, but he at least put on a good show.

...right in front of me!

He slashed through gravity?!

Let's try that on your body!

No matter how much you attack me, a mere insect like you can't kill me.

Don't you dare...

...mess with insects!

It's not the one with the better reputation who's stronger!

It's the one who kills everything that stands in front of them!

I can't regenerate?!

I seem to have underestimated you.

Is that all you've got, demon?!

What an incredible mage! She took down an ancient demon all by herself!

Everyone!

Ralph!

Division Commander Albert!

I'm glad you're all safe!

So you met Sir Nacht as well, then!

Yes!

Master Yuno has become a highly skilled Wind Magic mage!

He looks exactly like Lady Ciel

and has inherited Lord Loyce's strong spirit!

I see.

Wind Magic...

But with Master Yuno and those people...!

I see. The strongest Magic Knights in our kingdom

are apparently even stronger than I'd imagined.

There's still plenty of time before the Gate to the Underworld opens.

So you're going to entertain me too?!

Shut up and just die already!

This sensation...

What's that?!

Giant roots... Qliphoth?!

Plumede!

Union.

Mode: Felis.

Shadow Magic: Heaven's Shadow Second Sight!

I sense magic power at the site of the Advent of Qliphoth,

other than Yami and Vangeance underground!

Isn't that Morris, the magic scientist who was exiled from the Diamond Kingdom?

It seems Vanica's reckless actions can be useful sometimes.

I learned how to speed up the Qliphoth Tree's growth using the Heart Kingdom's wisdom.

Who would've thought that being born blind would come with such a talent...

...the talent to become a devil host!

With the power of a devil,

I've even become capable of extracting and transplanting Lolopechka's wisdom!

I don't know how it works,

but is Morris acting as a booster to open the gate?!

The Gate of the Underworld is opening...!

This is bad! We have to eliminate Morris!

Felis Characteristic: Agility.

They're...

I missed.

I hit.

Everything is so fun right now.

Yes, it's fun.

...the Supreme Devils!