Digimon: I really didn't want to be the Digimon Emperor!

Team battles emphasize tactical coordination and attribute synergy. Even a fully-developed team can be countered in a 5v5 team fight by exploiting specific attribute weaknesses. This is why school teams need to equip members with different attributes—vaccines, viruses, data—and elements like water and fire counter each other, light and darkness counter each other. A well-balanced lineup is often more important than sheer strength.

On the large screen in the lounge, the results of other matches were updated one after another. In addition to the three dominant victories of the mature teams, the performances of the team captains were also commendable.

Cheng Yuan also noticed that the magpie from the Overseas Chinese Academy had also instantly defeated its opponent, while the captain of the Mathematics High School team had demonstrated a sophisticated electronic warfare tactic.

Chapter 112 Cat Eyes, Mental Allure?

The team division results have been announced on the central screen of the Penguin Sports Centre.

Group A: Pengcheng No.1 Middle School, Hongling Middle School, Qianhai Experimental Middle School, Fuyuan Middle School; Group B: Overseas Chinese Academy, Baoan Middle School... Cheng Yuan's eyes quickly swept over the list, and the corners of his mouth turned up slightly - just as Teacher Cao Jin had predicted, the three mature students were cleverly divided into different groups.

"This is going to guarantee us a spot in the semifinals." Zhao Lu crossed her arms, and Gear Beast X crackled with electricity on her shoulder.

"Don't be careless," Cheng Yuan shook his head.

Inside the rest room, the team members were making their final tactical preparations. Li Yue sat dejectedly in the corner; her Baloo had suffered a crushing defeat to the fire-type Flamemon in the individual battle, and the petals and leaves on its head still bore scorch marks.

【Flame Beast】

[Data Species - Bird Type - Fire Type]

[Growth Period]

[Skills: Tropical Beak Peck, Blazing Fire Pillar]

[Introduction: A cute bird-type Digimon with round pupils, similar to Penguinmon. Unlike Penguinmon, it prefers to live in warm places, and its tropical feathers are very eye-catching; many people love its beautiful fur.]

Teacher Cao Jin pulled up the information on Hongling Middle School: "They are good at rapid attack tactics, and usually concentrate their firepower to take out a target first. Cheng Yuan, your Gatomon is definitely the primary target."

"Then let them not be able to hit it." Cheng Yuan gently stroked Dilomon's ear, and the little guy comfortably squinted his eyes, the flame ring on his left ear glowing slightly.

Ultimately, the team lineup was finalized: Cheng Yuan (Gitomon), Zhao Lu (Gitomon X), Kang Zhaodi (Pangolinmon), Wen Rou (Flammon), and Wang Wei (Hedgehogmon).

This is a well-rounded lineup, with Gearmon X providing long-range firepower, Sandshrew and Hedgehogmon forming the front line of defense, Flamemon providing support and control, and Gatomon... the ace hidden in the shadows.

“Remember the tactics,” Cheng Yuan said, looking around at his teammates. “At the start, show weakness and wait for them to take the bait.”

Inside the battle room, the members of Hongling Middle School looked grave. Their coach was giving them a final pep talk: "Pengcheng No. 1 Middle School's core is that Gatomon! Focus fire right from the start, at least force it out of the game!"

"Coach..." a team member timidly raised his hand, "What if it doesn't come forward?"

"Impossible! Champion-level Digimon are all proud; they'd definitely be at the forefront..."

The referee's electronic voice interrupted their discussion: "The team battle is about to begin. Players, please take your positions."

The virtual space has been completed, and the rugged mountainous terrain is now in place. Jagged rocks and steep slopes will serve as natural obstacles, which is particularly disadvantageous for high-speed Digimon.

"The match begins!"

The five Digimon from Red Ridge Middle School immediately formed an attack formation, but the expected Gatomon charge did not occur.

The adorable and elegant cat-shaped Digimon stood quietly at the back of the line, its azure eyes gleaming eerily in the sunlight.

At the start of the match, both the players and teachers at Hongling High School were quite surprised.

Because Gatomon, as the main force, did not rush out immediately to withstand the first wave of attacks, but instead remained standing at the back.

Originally, Red Ridge Middle School planned to focus their attacks on Gatomon from the start. Even if they couldn't eliminate it, they could at least weaken it or control it first, and then focus their attacks on the other players to defeat them.

But now they have lost their goal.

"What's going on?" Captain Red Ridge frowned. "Never mind that, take care of the others according to plan!"

"Keep the formation. If it doesn't come forward, we'll take out the others first. It's five against four, so the advantage is in our hands. Let's finish this quickly."

Five Digimon launched an attack simultaneously, but just as they were about to make contact—

The electric beast suddenly trembled, and its eyes glowed with an unnatural red light.

【Cat Eyes】—A skill that manipulates enemies through sharp gaze. Enemies stared at by its gaze will fall into a state of confusion and may even attack themselves.

"Electric Beast? What are you—"

Before he could finish speaking, Electricmon had already changed direction and blasted a Lightning Ball directly onto the back of his teammate Digimon! At the same time, Electricmon unleashed arcs of electricity in the surrounding area, and the teammate closest to him was caught in the crossfire.

As Cat's Eyes' mental power exerted itself more thoroughly, Electricmon gradually calmed down, but it wasn't conscious; rather, it was completely controlled by Gatomon.

The animal trainers at Hongling Middle School almost cried. The original 5 vs 4 situation had suddenly turned into 4 vs 5.

Cheng Yuan smiled slightly.

This is precisely the tactic they designed—Gitomon's [Cat Eye] can not only create chaos, but with the enhancement of its Champion stage, it can even briefly control the opponent. Although it only lasts for about 15 seconds, in the ever-changing team battle, this is enough to turn the tide of battle.

"Ultra-high voltage lightning ball!" Zhao Lu seized the opportunity, and the triple electric net of Gear Beast X roared out.

"Earth-shattering claws!"

"Shining guard hairs!"

"Deadly Spray!"

The most deadly thing was the controlled electric beast, which completely abandoned its defense and frantically released "paralyzing electric shocks", causing its teammates to convulse and become live targets, being wiped out by the skills of the Pengcheng No.1 Middle School players.

"Damn it." In an instant, two of the Red Ridge Middle School players' Digimon fell, leaving only the captain's and vice-captain's two Digimon.

"Exploding electric drill!"

"Roll the stone!"

Finally, Gearmon X and Pangolin clashed with each other for several rounds and defeated the opponent.

When Electric Beast regained consciousness and saw its allies lying scattered all over the place, a question mark popped into its head.

"What...what did I do?" The Electric Beast stood there, bewildered.

The athletes from Hongling Secondary School had no way to express their grievances.

Under the allure of the mind-controlling "cat's eye," Red Ridge High School directly boosted the opponent's combat power, putting immense psychological pressure on the spectators. They all began to mentally prepare their Digimon and develop team tactics to counter it.

Moreover, the firepower of that Gear Beast X was unusually fierce.

Many other Gearmon use electricity as their primary attack, but how come you can unleash three ultra-high voltage electric nets simultaneously? Is your firepower output three times that of a regular Gearmon?

And this three-gear design... I've never seen it before. Could it be that three Gearmon are pieced together to be counted as one Digimon?

Some nosy teachers immediately went to complain.

"This rider is a normal Digimon, an Innovative Breed type, and has not violated any rules. Please return to your position," the referee said.

Even Zhao Lu, a team member, is an excellent captain...

What kind of rare data resource package did this No. 1 Middle School find?

"Four Digimon from Hongling Middle School have lost their ability to fight, and one Digimon has lost its will to fight. The victory belongs to Pengcheng No.1 Middle School!"

In less than a minute and a half, the team battle, which was touted as having strong strategy, high intensity, and long duration, came to an end.

"They're too strong. Even without Gatomon, the other four Digimon from No. 1 Middle School can hold their own against the five from Red Ridge Middle School."

Many spectators at the scene were deeply moved and couldn't help but sigh.

"Yes, even without a maturity period, it can be a 50/50 match in a 4 vs 5 situation."

“This year’s No. 1 High School is very strong… I’ll have my youngest son apply to this high school.”

During the viewing session, Cheng Yuan led his team back to the players' room.

In this team fight, Cheng Yuan revealed some of his true strength.

Undoubtedly, Gatomon has the biggest influence on the balance of victory. But why is Gatomon, a Holy-type Digimon, so skilled in mind control charm-type moves? And it's direct mind control, not just ordinary "control" like dizziness. How is this different from the "Cat Eye" move described in the information?

You can easily crush them with Champion-level Digimon, so why are you playing such dirty tricks?

Chapter 113 Clash of Titans

This team battle was incredibly smooth sailing; none of the Pengcheng No. 1 High School members were seriously injured, only expending some physical and mental energy.

This performance means that they will still be able to compete at their best in the upcoming team battles and continue their assault on the championship.

In the individual battle qualifiers, Cheng Yuan easily secured three consecutive victories, defeating his opponents in each match solely with Holy Light Bullets. When Gatomon demonstrated its ability to unleash six Holy Light Bullets simultaneously, the audience exclaimed in disbelief—this Champion-level Digimon was no mere imposter.

In reality, Gatomon's limit is to fire eight energy blasts simultaneously, and Cheng Yuan doesn't want to reveal these trump cards yet.

Compared to Cheng Yuan's smooth sailing, the individual battles of the other team members were much more difficult. Although Zhao Lu won two games, she encountered the opposing team's captain-level player in the third game, and the two fought hard, resulting in a draw.

Kang Zhaodi's record is one win, one draw, and one loss, a mediocre performance.

As for Li Yue and Wen Rou, their plant-type Digimon were not good at strong attacks, and without encountering Champion-level Digimon, they could only manage a record of two losses and one win.

This all happens when you encounter a mature Digimon.

Others who encountered the mature stage fared even worse; some had already given up entirely.

Ultimately, only Cheng Yuan and Zhao Lu from Pengcheng No.1 Middle School made it into the top 16.

Sixteen schools are vying for sixteen spots, with No. 1 Middle School securing two, meaning that one school will inevitably go home empty-handed.

In the final count, three schools failed to make it into the top 16, which is truly tragic.

In the team competition, they undoubtedly advanced from the first round.

The school leaders were overjoyed; this achievement was truly unique among all the schools. It's worth noting that among the sixteen key high schools, No. 1 High School was originally only considered average. Now, thanks to Xu Xin's guidance and the remarkable rise of Cheng Yuan and Dilu Beast, they have achieved a stunning turnaround.

The online discussion was equally heated.

In the Penguin Games' paid channel live stream, local netizens in Pengcheng showed great enthusiasm for this home-based competition.

Various sensationalist articles with exaggerated headlines are emerging in large numbers:

Shocking! Mysterious Beast Tamer Defeats Opponent in One Move; Prodigy Emerges in Pengcheng, Potentially Becoming a Leading Figure in the New Generation of Beast Tamers; Three Powers Clash, Who Will Become the Rookie King?

As Cheng Yuan scrolled through these posts, he was suddenly amused by one of them.

A dozen or so netizens who call themselves dragon-type beast tamers describe him as a "dehumanizing demon king" who "brutally harvests" newcomers at the club.

However, some astute commenters countered: "Isn't that to keep you motivated and prevent you from losing hope of becoming stronger?"

There were also some posts that made him feel quite embarrassed.

A netizen named "Shadow Wolf Pack" posted a confident prediction that Cheng Yuan would become the top scorer in the beast taming subject of this year's college entrance examination and the new generation's rising star of Pengcheng!

Cheng Yuan gave a cautious thumbs up, secretly deciding not to go all out next time he encountered a wolf-type Digimon.

The competition entered its most intense phase on the second day.

Individual and team competitions proceeded simultaneously, but the team competitions soon reached their climax – the four advanced school teams began a round-robin final.

Pengcheng No.1 Middle School soon encountered a formidable rival: Overseas Chinese Academy, whose captain possessed a mature magpie.

As a top private school in Pengcheng, Huaqiao College not only has high tuition fees, but also gathers high-quality resources from social elites, making it one of the top high schools in the country.

In the preparation room, physical education teacher Cao Jin looked serious: "This is the first time we have faced a mature opponent. We lack practical experience and must be cautious."

"As a bird-type Digimon, Magpiemon possesses aerial superiority and long-range attack capabilities, making it easy to establish aerial firepower suppression. What's more troublesome is its ability to swim at high speed, making it a triple amphibious creature. Therefore, our primary objective is to eliminate it with concentrated fire before it gains altitude advantage."

Cheng Yuan nodded. Physical education teacher Cao Jin's analysis made a lot of sense. However, a Champion-level Digimon is not something you can eliminate by focusing fire. Even Gatomon's Cat Eye skill may not be able to completely control the opponent.

“Or… could we try a different tactic?” he suggested thoughtfully.

……

The competition randomly moved to the grassland digital space.

Students from Pengcheng No.1 Middle School and Overseas Chinese Academy arrived at their respective positions and connected their Tyrannosaurus Rex chains to the virtual battle space.

As expected, the Overseas Chinese Academy's tactics were extremely cautious—the Magpiemon immediately took to the air upon entering the battlefield. How could a bird-type Digimon possibly fight on the ground?

Preparing for the battle while suspended in mid-air is entirely in accordance with the rules.

If we follow Teacher Cao Jin's original plan, this tactic will have failed from the very beginning.

During the pre-match handshake, Cheng Yuan noticed that the opposing team's captain—Lu Ming, the magpie's tamer—had a serious expression on his face.

“Lu Ming”.

"Cheng Yuan".

Lu Ming's pressure comes not only from the honor of the school team, but also from the digital hunter organization "Skyline" that he is about to join.

As the captain of the Overseas Chinese Academy team, and also to prove his strength to this top elite organization, he absolutely could not afford to fail here.

Last year, Pengcheng No. 1 High School produced a monster, Xu Xin. His Agumon was the strongest among the students of the same year. It is said that after entering university, it immediately evolved to the mature stage. Moreover, with its strength, it passed the university team and quickly rose to a high position in the student council, becoming the most popular student.

After all, the "Sky Pole" Hunter Guild is a top-tier digital hunter organization. He must win this battle to obtain an even stronger and greater pledge of allegiance.