Chapter 175: Comprehensive Anime Spirits: Starting from Hunter x Hunter Chapter 87

Mastering all types of advanced application techniques, naturally including the most difficult and final one—Hard.

【Hard】is a high-level application technique that combines the five techniques: 【Bind】, 【Cut】, 【Refine】, 【Release】, and 【Condense】.

【Hard】is often regarded by Nen users as a crucial offensive tool in battle.

Because it channels 100% of one's Nen entirely toward the opponent.

It undeniably inflicts tremendous damage on the opponent.

But while in 【Hard】 state, any part of the body not covered by 【Hard】 has zero Nen defense.

If those areas are struck by an opponent's Nen, they suffer fatal injuries.

Thus, Nen users typically avoid using 【Hard】 to attack unless they are certain they can land the hit.

Luo Ge once tested his 【Hard】.

The result was astonishing.

His full-power strike caused destruction so immense it rivaled a missile striking the ground.

Now,

he has absolute confidence to admit that even without Nen, including Pokémon, skills, or items,

merely relying on his pure physical strength, he can already rank among the top on all six continents.

Add to that his accumulated skills, traits, Pokémon, and more—it's impossible to say how far he's gone.

He may not be the strongest in the world, but he is certain: no one can kill him!

Luo Ge took a deep breath; the light on his skin vanished instantly, and in the same moment, he retracted all leaking aura.

Not a single trace of aura escaped.

As if that moment had never occurred.

Luo Ge rose and walked toward the door.

Today is a significant day.

The Sky Arena has a tradition: every two years, it hosts an event called the 【Olympus Wu Dou Assembly】.

The minimum requirement for participants is Floor Lord; in short, it is a challenge tournament composed entirely of Floor Lords.

The Floor Lord who wins the final match becomes the Wu Dou Assembly champion and earns the right to occupy the fifty-first layer.

And is bestowed the title of 【Strongest Floor Lord】!

As this is the Sky Arena's most prestigious event, the official body invests heavily in global promotion.

Meanwhile, Gro Company has now become an investor in the Sky Arena, holding a certain share.

Thus, this year's promotion is unprecedentedly grand.

From morning till night, the Damenkou of the Sky Arena is packed with crowds.

To handle the endless, seemingly inexhaustible flow of people,

the Sky Arena specially reinforced its staff, doubling the number of ticket inspectors.

Today, the entire Sky Arena has no other matches—only the biennial Wu Dou Assembly.

Anticipating the massive crowds, the official body had already renovated the venue.

It expanded significantly, allowing more spectators to watch live.

Large screens were also installed, enabling viewers to better observe every movement in the arena.

On the streets,

Luo Ge shifted his gaze away and headed toward the Sky Arena with Maki and Little Drop.

The televisions displayed outside by shopkeepers continued broadcasting Sky Arena promotions.

After a year, the three had undergone noticeable changes in appearance and demeanor.

Luo Ge's height had increased again, reaching 1.9 meters; his silhouette stood tall and imposing.

His black coat was embroidered with golden dragon-like patterns that danced in the wind, adding an air of mystery.

Maki still wore her white colored cultivation practice robe, reflecting her clean, efficient style.

Her face appeared more mature—not only taller, but also more "grown-up."

Yet Little Drop was far more "mature" than Maki.

Although Little Drop was younger than Maki, in certain aspects, she was considerably "larger."

Little Drop still had a childlike face; the only changes seemed to be her height and the bulge of her sweater.

One moment they were walking down the street; the next, they vanished, leaving only a whisper of cool wind.

……

"Ladies and gentlemen, good afternoon!"

"I will be hosting today's match."

"I'm sure everyone has been eagerly awaiting the finals of this Wu Dou Assembly."

"I, too, am looking forward to this final match."

The host stood on stage, microphone in hand, warming up the crowd before the match.

The audience seats were nearly full; a single glance revealed a sea of heads.

So densely packed that a single grenade could knock down a hundred people.

These were spectators who had paid exorbitant prices for tickets to witness the finals firsthand.

Beyond them, countless others around the world sat before televisions, watching this immensely popular match.

Both inside and outside the arena, many people Luo Ge knew were present.

For example, Bisji, Maki, and Little Drop, seated together in a row in the audience.

And also Zhu Di, Amok, and others watching on television.

All over the world, too many people are watching this match.

The host continued:

"This match will be contested by our Sky Arena's former Wu Dou champion—"

"【Overlord】 Harren!"

As soon as the words fell, a majestic figure emerged from the tunnel; his towering frame made a sound with every step he took.

Harren sneered and, at the same time, waved his thick hand toward the cheering stands in acknowledgment.

As he stepped out, everyone was finally able to see his full appearance.

Harren's overall skin was bronze; he topped a bald head that shone brightly under the sun, and three deep claw marks marked his face.

The robustness of his body was no less than that of Uvogin years later; wildness permeated every inch, as if he had fought his way out of countless beasts.

Clearly, Harren was an Enhancement-type Nen user.

"Next to appear is one who, after coming to the Sky Arena for a year, has become the focus of all eyes—"

"【Invincible】 Luo Ge!"

【Invincible】 is the title people have given Luo Ge.

It seems very exaggerated to dare call oneself "Invincible," but anyone who has watched Luo Ge's matches would not feel that way.

They would agree with this title.

After all, not everyone, when facing the Floor Master, can defeat an opponent in one move as if fighting an ordinary person.

They do not know about other places.

But they can be certain that within the Sky Arena, Luo Ge is most likely 【Invincible】.

This is also the reason why Luo Ge's odds are lower.

More people favor Luo Ge.

Because in this year, they have seen too many times opponents who appeared stronger than Luo Ge on the surface, only to be defeated by Luo Ge in one move.

Even the former Wu Dou champion, they dare not be certain that 【Overlord】 Harren can defeat Luo Ge.

As Luo Ge stepped out, his appearance was exposed to the live audience, and even to those watching on television, seen by countless people.

Luo Ge walked step by step onto the ring, facing Harren from a distance, whose expression was unfriendly.

Unperturbed.

For him, this fight is more just a formality; the gain it brings him is not very high.

What truly makes him look forward to it is still ahead.

……

In a hotel room somewhere,

Chrollo sat on the edge of the bed, hands supporting his chin, his deep eyes unreadable.

Before him was a television broadcasting the live match.

"A year has already passed…"

"A full year…"

Chrollo gazed at Luo Ge on the television, yet his thoughts were wavering.

A strange emotion surged up in his heart.

He subconsciously recalled that night a year ago, when he was also watching Luo Ge's match in front of a television.

In this year, he and his companions have all been training hard, all for the sake of taking revenge early.

Taking this Wu Dou Assembly opportunity, let him see well how much Luo Ge has improved in this year.

……

Kakin Mountain.

Within the Zoldyck family,

In a dimly lit room, the sound of the Sky Arena live broadcast was heard for the first time ever.

Instead of the usual cartoon sounds.

"The old man's grand-disciple…"

"Truly a fine seedling~"

A slightly envious remark sounded.

An old man was seen sitting on a small stool, murmuring in a low voice.

The old man's build was as small as a child's; he topped a bald head, wore an unchanging tracksuit and shorts, and on his feet were flip-flops.

If not for the wrinkles on his face symbolizing old age, others would probably think he was a child.

This attire is somewhat similar to the Fire Cloud Evil God in the movie "Kung Fu."

The old man is named "Maha Zoldyck," the strongest person of the Zoldyck family, and also the existence of the highest seniority.

And he is an old acquaintance of Netero.

……

"Then, I hereby declare—"

"The match begins!"

After saying some redundant opening remarks, the host delayed no more; with the order given, the match officially began.

Surprisingly, neither side launched an attack quickly; instead, they stood in place, staring at each other.

Harren squinted his eyes, then stepped forward step by step; the heavy footfalls were like drumbeats striking the audience's hearts.

Causing people to be on edge.

He has watched Luo Ge's matches, but has not discerned his specific ability, since they all end in one round.