The protagonist of the Yu-Gi-Oh! world might be the same person.

"Uhhhhh-!"

[Yujo Jaden: LP3300→200]

When the smoke cleared, Blaze was found unharmed on the field, and Jaden still had health points remaining.

Seeing this, Caesar's eyes widened in shock: "They actually withstood the attack of the [Electronic Terminator Dragon]?"

"Phew, that was close..."

After letting out a sigh of relief, Jaden explained, "The effect of [Half Damage Unbreakable] is that it prevents a monster on the field from being destroyed by battle this turn, and halves the battle damage it takes."

"Therefore, Blaze was not destroyed in this battle, and the damage it caused was reduced to 3100 points."

"Unfortunately, Caesar, I am the one who wins in the end!"

Upon hearing this, Caesar's lips curled up slightly.

"Yuki Judai, you are indeed very interesting."

Seeing his expression, Asuka was stunned. "Ryo, who's always been so serious, actually smiled..."

At this moment, Caesar revealed his last card, saying, "I summon [Cyber ​​Kirin] from my hand in attack position."

Om-! !

In a flash of golden light, a mechanical Qilin appeared beside him.

[Electronic Kirin: Attack Power 300]

[Marufuji Ryo's cue cards: 1→0]

"Due to the effect of this card, I offer it as a tribute, and until the end phase of this turn, all damage from the card's effects to me becomes zero."

"In other words, the risks posed by the [Power Combination] are nullified."

As soon as he finished speaking, the electronic kylin on the field disappeared.

Asuka remarked, "As expected of Caesar, he completely negated the negative effects and left his ace monster with an attack power of 8000 on the field. Now the pressure is back on Jaden."

Of course, Jaden wouldn't be afraid of this monster.

"My turn, draw a card!"

[Yuki Jaden's hand cards: 0 → 1]

After glancing at his hand, Jaden first flicked his left hand, looked at the Flame Warrior beside him, and said, "I'm activating Flame Warrior's special effect once again."

"During my Main Phase, I send Elemental HERO Skywalker from my Deck to the Graveyard. This monster's Attributes, ATK, and DEF become the same as the monster sent to the Graveyard."

[Elemental Hero Blaze: Attack 1200 → 1800, Defense 1800 → 300, Fire → Wind]

"And by offering up Blaze, whose attack power has been enhanced, Earthman's attack power increases by its numerical value."

As soon as he finished speaking, Blaze was instantly transformed into energy and absorbed by Earthman's core, becoming nourishment for the latter.

[Elemental Hero Earthman: Attack Power 2500 → 4300]

"Earth Hero's effect has no limit on the number of times it can be activated in a turn, so I also offered the Necromancer as a sacrifice, which increased the attack power by another 1900 points."

Thus, the Necromancer also transformed into pure energy and was absorbed by Earthman's core.

[Elemental Hero Earthman: Attack Power 4300 → 6200]

Seeing this, Caesar said coldly, "6200 attack power... that is indeed a terrifying number, but in terms of attack power, the [Cyber ​​Terminator Dragon] is still higher. That monster is still powerless in front of the [Cyber ​​Terminator Dragon] which has been enhanced by [Power Combination]."

"Of course I knew that, so I was prepared..."

As he spoke, Jaden revealed the card he had drawn that turn.

"I activate the Spell Card 'Masked Charge' from my hand!"

You can activate this effect by targeting 1 HERO monster and 1 Change Quick-Play Spell Card in your Graveyard. Add those cards to your hand.

"I added Elemental HERO Skywalker and Masked Change from my graveyard to my hand."

[Yuki Jaden's hand cards: 1 → 2]

Asuka exclaimed, "They actually managed to get their hands on the [Mask Transformation] at this crucial moment!?"

At the same time, Caesar's expression also changed slightly. "So that's how it is. [Mask Change] was also sent to the graveyard by [Card Gunner]."

Jaden smiled smugly and replied, "That's right, I put this card in the graveyard from the very beginning."

"And I haven't even used my normal summon right this turn yet."

Chapter Twenty-Four: The First Change of Position in the Academy

"Go, Caesar!"

After shouting, Jaden slammed the monster cards from his hand onto the Duel Disk.

"I summon [Elemental HERO Sky Knight] in attack mode!"

Om-! !

With a flash of light, a blue warrior equipped with spiral wings on his back was projected.

【Elemental Hero Sky Warrior: Attack Power 1800】

After the new hero entered the field, Caesar's eyes narrowed. "The Elemental HERO has an attack power of 1800. With it, Earthman's attack power will increase to 8000, the same as the attack power of the monsters on my field."

"But this doesn't determine who wins or loses..."

"The listed Vadokana!"

"Nani?"

After refuting Caesar's claim, Jaden continued, "At the moment [Elemental HERO Sky Warrior] appears, select one of its special effects to activate."

"Using this monster's effect, select one [HERO] monster from your deck and add it to your hand."

"I chose [Elemental Hero Bubble Hero]."

After receiving the card, he immediately revealed the magic card in his hand.

"It's not over yet. I'll activate the Quick-Play Spell [Mask Change] from my hand!"

[Yuki Jaden's hand cards: 2 → 1]

Send one of your HERO monsters to the Graveyard and Special Summon a Masked HERO monster with the same Attribute.

As soon as he finished speaking, a tornado suddenly blew up around Sky Knight.

Hoohoo! Hoohoo!

"Skyman's attribute is wind, therefore the [Masked Hero] he summons is also wind-attributed."

Upon hearing this, Caesar was stunned for a moment, "Wind attribute, could it be...?!"

Judai nodded and admitted with a smile, "That's right, it's that one, isn't it?"

Then, with a flick of his wrist, he roared, "Henshin! Show yourself, [Masked Hero Fury]!!"

Soon, the tornado dissipated, revealing the figures inside.

The Sky Warrior's figure had disappeared, replaced by a green warrior wearing a scarf, with a gentle breeze blowing around him.

【Masked Hero: Gust - Attack Power 2200】

Caesar's mouth gaped slightly, then he smiled wryly and said, "Masked Hero, Gale... I remember its effect is to weaken the opponent's monster's attack power..."

Judai grinned and replied, "Yes, that's right."

"Since Gust is Special Summoned, its special ability is activated!"

"The attack power of one of the opponent's monsters is reduced to half."

With a flick of his wrist, a gust of wind swept around the Electronic Terminator Dragon.

[Electronic Terminator Dragon: Attack Power 8000 → 4000]

Asuka suddenly became excited, "Amazing! This way, Earthman's attack power has surpassed that of Jaden. Jaden can actually beat Akira!"

At this point, Caesar indeed had no means of defense, and his defeat was inevitable.

However, he was convinced and shouted, "Come on, Judai!"

"oh--!!"

After responding to him, Jaden immediately waved his arm and shouted, "Go! Elemental HERO Earthman attacking Cyber ​​End Dragon! Earth Impact!"

Earthman possessed the body again and charged forward, his fists piercing through the body of the Electronic Terminator Dragon, causing a violent explosion.

boom--! !

After the smoke and dust cleared, the three-headed mechanical dragon had vanished from sight.

"Uh......"

[Ryo Marufuji: LP4000→1800]

"The final blow! [Masked Hero Gale] attacks Caesar directly!"

At the Judai's command, the gust of wind stretched out his palm and released a whirlwind that covered Caesar.

"Hmph..."

[Ryo Marufuji: LP1800→0]

When the storm subsided, Marufuji Ryo's figure reappeared before our eyes.

Jaden, beaming, flicked his fingers. "I won! What an interesting duel!"

Caesar would not be dissatisfied with this.

He smiled and said, "Well done, Judai Yujo. You are the first person to make me taste defeat. It was indeed an interesting duel."

"From today onwards, the throne of Duel Academy No. 1 belongs to you."

Jaden rubbed his nose smugly. "Hehe~, then I'll accept it without being polite."

Although Caesar was somewhat unwilling, he nodded slightly and said, "From now on, it's my turn to challenge your position."

"Back in the Duel Academy, I never had a worthy opponent, and my dueling skills could not be improved even a little bit, remaining at what was called a perfect level."

Upon hearing this, Judai raised an eyebrow and asked, "You've been feeling lost, haven't you?"

"Yes, but now that I have you as a junior, I have the possibility to move forward again."

"Just you wait, Jaden. Once my dueling skills have improved further, I will fight you again."

Judai replied with a smile, "Then I'll wait for that day, but I'll still be the winner then."

Marufuji Ryo laughed along, "You're really confident."

The two, who appreciated each other's talents, smiled at each other.

"As for the arbitration battle a few days from now, I don't need to worry about it. With your and her strength, you should pass it easily."

"Of course, as long as Asuka and I team up, we can easily defeat any opponent."

Asuka, who had been ignored for a long time by the two card-playing enthusiasts, was finally brought up by them.

Asuka frowned slightly, pressed her face close to Judai's, and scolded, "Don't be careless, Judai! What if we lose? We'll both be expelled from school!"

Judai was immediately taken aback by her imposing manner and stammered, "Oh, oh, okay..."

The girl stood with her hands on her hips, looking intently at his face, and said, "Alright, now that your duel with Ryo is over, you'll help me organize our decks and prepare for the arbitration duel in a few days."

"Okay, I see."

Watching the two interact like a couple, Ryo Marufuji's expression became somewhat subtle.

He thought to himself, "What would Fubuki do if she found out that my sister is so close to another boy?"

However, he thought of his friend's frivolous and playful personality, who would definitely try to bring them together, and it was very likely that it would become common knowledge.

However, this had nothing to do with Ryo Marufuji. While Judai and Asuka were still talking, he said goodbye and went back to his dormitory.

The two stayed behind to discuss how to coordinate their teamwork in the upcoming arbitration duel.

......

A few days later, the day finally arrived for Professor Chronos to arrange the arbitration duel.

Inside the dueling arena, which was filled with students, Jaden and Asuka walked out of the passageway together.

Chapter Twenty-Five: Brothers in the Labyrinth