Chapter 442: Vanguard

Huonan's peripheral vision had already caught it. "Heh, I've wanted to do this for a long time, but considering this is the Galaxy Team, I didn't want nitpickers saying I was taking advantage. But charity knows no borders; since you're begging for a loss, I'm betting on the Galaxy Team!"

The director immediately gave the camera to the two of them. Why use these two? Because neither of them is very rational. The tournament committee privately feels that neither of them is quite normal. Other hosts wouldn't do this; it's too emotional. But the effect is maxed out; their popularity crushes other hosts.

Huonan's face looked indifferent, but his heart was bleeding. Still, he had some confidence. From his professional perspective, Galaxy is stronger than Fire God, and Maxis is also a bit stronger than Basta. Not to say a guaranteed win, but they definitely have the advantage. With Fire God's cautionary tale, Maxis shouldn't repeat the same mistakes. His win rate is at least seventy percent. If it weren't for that damn Mu Jiang always stirring up trouble, he wouldn't be in this state.

Mu Jiang, burn it!

Both teams' players have already appeared. Before the match, every player will get a chance to face the Solar System. Tianjing Mecha Academy makes their debut first; the spotlight is on them.

Ma Long.

Ma Laoshi's looks are still quite impressive. In the last battle, he reversed his reputation as an incompetent healer. Now, Ma Laoshi can stand in the center with dignity to accept the audience's cheers. In the live stream room, fans who like Ma Long are sending gifts one after another. At the venue, "Nailong" and "I want to have a litter of monkeys for you" are ringing out crazily...

Following closely is Wuzang, the pure-blooded little steel cannon, the Son of Wind, the final face of Ancient Martial Arts. Wuzang, one man, one blade; that kind of coolness and composure is deep in his bones. His fans are almost all men, and the venue responds with enthusiastic applause.

The third to appear is Zhou Naiyi. The fervor at the venue rises another level. As the last female pilot of the USE, it's impossible not to dote on her. Zhou Naiyi possesses all the beautiful traits of Asian women; her gentleness is permeated with calmness, winning over both men and women.

The fourth to appear is Zuo Xiaotang. Just as Zuo Xiaotang took a step, thunderous applause followed, startling him and making his legs go a bit soft, which immediately drew laughter. But it's different now; it's not the same. Accompanying the laughter are even more violent cheers and shouts. This is the Sniper God from Earth, the peerless Zuo Xiaotang. His classic battles have already entered the classroom teaching of major mecha academies. Among all warriors, he uses the least amount of abilities, relying on a sniper's formidable basic skills. He is a model of winning against the strong with the weak and is highly esteemed by various academies. Not every warrior has extraordinary talent, but every warrior can become Zuo Xiaotang. Many military academy professors recognize Zuo Xiaotang the most; he represents the vast majority of warriors.

At this moment, Zuo Xiaotang's hand is on his chest. His brain is no longer buzzing; it has become clear. He is gradually starting to like this feeling.

The fifth to appear is the Deep Space Ant, Cheng Konghai. Anyone who likes the fierce and aggressive style cannot resist Cheng Konghai's charm; this is the ultimate in violent aesthetics.

The final one to anchor the team is naturally the captain of Tianjing Mecha Academy, the Puppet God, the core of the dark power, Li Hao from the second year of Tianjing Mecha Academy!

When the host roars Li Hao's name, all the Earth audience at the venue stand up, followed by countless fireworks erupting, as if they had already won. This is Puppet, this is Li Hao. The Hunter members in the player area are also cheering along. Luo Bi has also crawled out; although he cannot fight, how could he lie in a hospital bed for a match like this? Even if he has to crawl, he must come.

After Tianjing Mecha Academy is introduced, it is the turn of the home team, the Galaxy Team. The substitute, Kuixing, is slightly shorter, with a calm expression, not flustered at all. Kuixing appeared once and took the victory, but he didn't show overly strong power. Yet, no one dares to underestimate him; this is Galaxy's secret weapon. If one says he has nothing up his sleeve, even the stones on the roadside would laugh. But right now, there is truly no information about his abilities.

The second to appear is Taichen, the dashing Son of Wind. Also a powerful wind-ability user, Taichen is a top talent of the Heavenly Heart Style. Compared to the rigor of Ancient Martial Arts, he is more unrestrained and free. Taichen waves to his fans and turns directly toward the opposite Tianjing Mecha Academy, pointing his right hand directly at Wuzang and making a throat-slitting gesture. The pre-match declaration of war is full of gunpowder.

The third to appear is Weijia, with dark red hair and a wild smile on his lips. Also the pride of the Galaxy Team, Maxis's right-hand man, the Fire Warrior. As the most mainstream ability, Weijia has been winning all the way, taking all the victories.

The fourth to appear is Mendoza, a handsome muscle man. The solid muscles can be seen on his exposed upper arms; his physique is as perfect as a marble sculpture. Amidst the cheers of the crowd, he takes off his top and shows off his "demon back." In an instant, the screams shoot straight into the sky.

The battle between Quanba Zero and Iron Armor Steel Fist has become the expectation in the hearts of countless viewers. Their styles are similar; will they run into each other?

The fifth to appear is Jie Jie, his eyes full of confidence and pride. All Moon People know that Jie Jie has always firmly held the position of the number one EMP Sniper on the Moon. He is also the Moon's Sniper God and a two-time best sniper of the S Tournament. This year, however, he has been completely overshadowed by an unknown Zuo Xiaotang. It has even been analyzed that he could only defeat Zuo Xiaotang in the Arena. Isn't that saying plainly that he is inferior to Zuo Xiaotang?

It is the turn of the last big name. The host even pauses for a moment, and then the lights become very colorful and brilliant. The pride of the Moon People, the Son of the Moon, the War God from the Galaxy S-Class Interstellar Academy — Maxis.

Accompanied by the host's shouting, the largest scale of cheers erupts. This is dedicated to Maxis, the great War God, the invincible War God!

The cheering lasts for three minutes; this is also the treatment for the home team. Of course, Maxis is absolutely qualified for this. Even Xilian and others who entered the finals do not have such treatment. This is the Moon People's response to what Maxis has achieved and what he is still doing.

Both teams enter the operation room; the crucial blind selection is about to begin.

"If Galaxy wants to win, they definitely have to find a way to solve it in the singles matches. The front is too important, and Maxis won't act on impulse!" Dita says excitedly. "So excited, oh my, although I am friends with Li Hao, I still support Maxis now."

The people from Tianxing all smile. Arths also smiles slightly, her eyes watching the figure of Li Hao entering the operation room. She is very simple; she supports her boyfriend. Su Yu on the side pulls her, "Keep your expression natural."

A Youyou smiles sweetly, "Aunt, actually there's really no need. I didn't want to hide it."

"Heh, in this regard, you should listen to me. Don't cause trouble for me; I still want to live a few more years." If the movement is too big, the family will definitely know. Li Hao in the semi-finals is still far from enough. It just depends on whether this kid is up to the task. Of course, her Ocean Heart is also very important.

Who hasn't been in love? Youth is impulsive, and one is deeply trapped, thinking the other person is the whole world.

On the North Caro side, Chao Qinglong and Ye Tong have not arrived; both are still recuperating in the hospital and can only watch through the live stream.

Actually, reaching this point, everyone realizes the gap. The Moon being able to have today is essentially already comprehensively leading other federations. It really isn't just a little bit of a difference. If it weren't for the variable of Tianjing Mecha Academy, the Moon and Mars would not be able to be stopped this year. Now it depends on Tianjing Mecha Academy.

Yintai Dumeila and Gangtaisai Butan are Li Hao's firm supporters and are now even more loyal fans. TAS and the Moon/Martian people are at odds; this is a historical reason. Titan was a colonial planet back then, and it didn't have sovereignty until over a decade ago. It was only acquired not long ago and is essentially still under the control of Mars and the Moon. By comparison, they definitely have more goodwill toward Earth. Of course, essentially, they still worship strong people like Li Hao, while not thinking about letting this one submit or that one kneel.

In the Mars team, Basta did not appear. The others in the Star Team have relaxed expressions; their matches have already ended. The public opinion pressure is now on Basta. The entire Fire God Team is under no small amount of pressure. Romero followed the team to the venue. Langwu is now relieved; there is a gap in overall strength, but Romero really tried his best. The tactics themselves were not a problem, but now Romero can only follow at the end of the team. The players have also received the news; Romero has overdrawn his body and is afraid he won't be able to come back. According to the rules of Mars, thinking of his former unruliness, his days won't be easy.

In the operation room, the Galaxy team members are still in a relatively relaxed state. Zola opens his eyes, "Wuzang."

Maxis nods. As the match progresses to now, the key for a strong team that wants to take away the opponent in individual battles lies in seizing the high ground in the first battle. For the weaker ones who want to drag it into a team battle to try their luck, the first point must be cautious. Strategic abandonment is also possible.

In this duel, the Galaxy Team is definitely the strong side. If the first match is Cheng Konghai, Maxis will go to catch him, and the rhythm of the entire match will fall into Galaxy's hands. It can be seen that Tianjing Mecha Academy also has some preparations. The best method is for either Wuzang or Zhou Naiyi to seize the initiative. In the end, they chose Wuzang.

"Taichen, let him see what the real Son of Wind is."

"Alright, Boss, watch me. I'll let this Ancient Martial Arts kid understand what the Heavenly Heart Style is!" Taichen has long been impatient. The huge stage is already prepared. The Galaxy Team has only one goal: enter the finals and win the championship.

Both sides confirm the blind selection: Wuzang vs. Taichen.

On the Tianjing Mecha Academy side, Zhou Naiyi originally planned to let the Ant go first to build momentum. With the Ant's strength, as long as it isn't Maxis, he has over a seventy percent chance of winning. A substitute like the one from Fire God isn't just found anywhere. Moreover, Cheng Konghai suffered a loss last time and is now prepared; he won't give such an opportunity again.

However, Li Hao still explained the reason to Zhou Naiyi, but he didn't tell the other team members to avoid causing interference. That is Zola's ability. His nickname when he was at Tianqi was "Prophet." Following Galaxy to fight these years, he has actually made great contributions, but Zola's temperament is also able to endure; he just didn't let the outside world know. Of course, there were guesses, but after all, he didn't show off, and it could also be explained through luck and tactics. Look at his strong position in the Galaxy Team and you will know; otherwise, which team's tactician could be this awesome.

Therefore, Cheng Konghai cannot go in the first match. It's not that the Ant would definitely lose against Maxis, but Maxis's fighting style happens to counter the Ant. Maxis is different from Romero; he will definitely go to catch the Ant.

If it were before the S Tournament, Zhou Naiyi would likely think Li Hao was talking nonsense. Now she truly believes it. She would rather believe it is true, which means she, Wuzang, or Zuo Xiaotang must withstand one match, otherwise they will fall into a comprehensive passive state.

Wuzang and Taichen enter the operation room. The combat environment is Kepler Desolate Jungle.

Wuzang's choice is naturally the Black Night Saber; this is his faith. The camera is on Wuzang. This brilliant Ancient Martial Arts disciple is still very calm when reaching the semi-final battlefield.

Black Night Saber, Super Type, medium-sized mecha.

Dual Core Fission Engine, "K23 Blood Moon", "K23 Fury".

Taichen's lips reveal a smile; he directly selects the Thunder Fire Zeus.

Thunder Fire Zeus, medium-sized mecha, Super Type.

Four-wheel Nuclear Fission System, Thunder Fire Mimicry System, K23 Thunder Blade, Titanium Shield.

Laser Eye, Telescopic Shoulder Missile System, Thunder Fire Laser Gun.

Zhou Naiyi and the others' hearts skip a beat, because the mecha Taichen mainly practiced according to the pre-match collected data was the Phantom Fighter. The Black Night Saber has a certain suppression when facing the Phantom Fighter, and Wuzang specializes in treating all kinds of fancy tricks. Why did he suddenly change to Thunder Fire?

Accompanied by the cheers of the whole venue, two Mobile Suits air-drop into the Kepler Jungle. Huonan and Kuangwu Daren also roar together!

Wuzang and Taichen are each other's hypothetical enemies; it depends on who is better prepared. Both have wind abilities, one is Ancient Martial Arts, one is Heavenly Heart Style. In terms of schools, the popularity of Heavenly Heart Style is much higher than Ancient Martial Arts. In the realm of Golden Zone, Taichen is also ahead of Wuzang. It can only be said that Wuzang has a chance.

Taichen stares at his opponent. The Thunder Blade is unsheathed, and red flames burn along the Thunder Blade to the entire Thunder Fire mecha. On the other side, the Black Night Saber's Blood Moon is unsheathed. Wind Qi, red flames burning, Wuzang's pupils turn crimson.

Boom.

Both Mobile Suits charge forward at the same time, instantly arriving at the midfield. The Thunder Fire mecha performs a Flash Strike directly, the Thunder Blade's killing intent soaring to the sky, pointing directly at the Black Night Saber. Blood Moon meets it without fear.

Boom.

Two Titanium Blades explode together fiercely. The huge impact makes the Black Night mecha lean back, but it doesn't shake Wuzang's center of gravity. In the moment of crossing, he has already prepared a defensive counter. Blood Moon sweeps out with greater force. Clang, clang, clang, clang...

The two Mobile Suits are crazily dueling in a small range. Blade light covers them, electric light shoots everywhere, surging light flames explode, wild winds roll against each other, colliding intensely.

Taichen and Wuzang are the strongest Wind-ability users in this year's S Tournament, but their styles are completely different; Wuzang's Wind is hidden within, while Taichen's Wind is radiating killing intent.

"Taichen uses the authentic Heavenly One Speed Slash style of the Heavenly Heart Style, while Wuzang uses the inherited martial arts of the Wu Family; one pursues extreme, high-efficiency, high-speed strikes, while the other pursues the mastery of sword technique and artistic conception. The former is easy to master quickly with significant results, while the latter is slow to show results and difficult to cultivate."

"That is why the Wu Family has very few successors; they are among the most niche even within the Ancient Martial Families."

"The emergence of the Golden Zone, from a certain perspective, saved Ancient Martial Arts; spiritual cultivation is somewhat useful at this time, otherwise it would truly have been eliminated."

Ancient Martial Arts cultivation is difficult and slow to show results, especially in recent years when the upper limit has not been high; it has gradually faded away or undergone changes. Only the Wu Family has persisted with its heritage, though the result is that it has become increasingly declining. If not for the successive appearance of Wu Fa and Wuzang, it would likely have been removed from the list. This time, Wuzang has indeed given everyone a huge surprise.

Every move and stance of Taichen has sufficient routine; fast attack speed does not mean it is not solid. The training of the Heavenly Heart Style is also famously strict, and with the speed advantage, he instantly suppressed the Night mecha, while the Laser Eye of the Thunder Fire mecha would occasionally harass it to suppress the Night mecha's counterattack.

In terms of mecha performance, the Thunder Fire is still superior to the Night, and Taichen's Titanium Sword is getting faster and faster, "Wild Wind Disorder!"

Heavenly Heart Wild Blade Slash.