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Gatrim & Kaizu vs. Mazie, Bray, & Crucion
“Our first team has dominated every fight thus far!” Rallie began the introduction. “No opponent has lasted even a minute against them. Let’s see if this is another clean sweep. Gatrim & Kaizu!”
“The second team is just happy to have made it this far, but they’ve still proved their mettle. They’re the most inexperienced group by a lage, but they’ve shown us what you can achieve by just having the most fun possible! Give it up for the sisters Mazie & Bray and their human friend, Crucion!”
《Senli: As their caretaker, I will wholeheartedly cheer for my children, but at the same time… I fear this is an opponent is something they’re not ready for.》
《Drim: I completely agree.》
《Drim: Some may say that the three of them lucked out to make it so far given that they faced off against Mith & Bere. That was basically a free win. But in the rest of their fights, they’ve certainly proved themselves, even having to fight some Red Eyes Gang members.》
《Drim: However, Gatrim & Kaizu are simply on another level. If this were a test of trust in their team, then I’d say Mazie & Bray would be about on par with them given their familial bond, maybe even a little higher. And Crucion has proven himself to be reliable in any situation. But when it comes to experience, they’re far outclassed.》
《Drim: The three of them have only started down this path recently in their lives, and they have other responsibilities beyond training and fighting. Not only that, but they’re still figuring out their futures. Bray has more experience than the other two, but it certainly isn’t in this field, and she’s had the biggest mental hurdle to overcome.》
《Drim: Not to mention that the sisters have a huge handicap physically. For those who don’t know, they’ve been aged up by Ahvra for this tournament, and are normally in the bodies of children. We age them for training as well, but that means when they’re aged back down, they lose any muscle gained, and only retain technique. Both of them do muscle training as children, but their bodies can only develop so much at their current age.》
《Drim: Meanwhile you have Gatrim and Kaizu. And while neither are the strongest, they’ve honed their techniques and skill sets to unbelievable levels. They commitment they’ve shown outclasses just about anyone in our group.》
《Drim: And on top of that, both have had to overcome severe hardships in their lives. Not from any particular event, but from their own mentalities. The growth of their character is what drives them forward and makes them formidable. And it wouldn’t have been possible for either of them if they didn’t have each other to rely on. They’re an inseparable duo who are perfectly in sync. And I’ll be honest, even I wouldn’t want to face them if they’re together.》
《Senli: Yeah, it’s kind of scary how close they are. Apart, they’re both intimidating, but together, it’s hard to even go near them. And I don’t know if it’s an influence from their bond, but uhh… their weapons, Gatrim’s rapier and Kaizu’s two daggers… they’re uhh, in a polyamorous relationship together. It makes me a little uncomfortable how openly affectionate they are.》
The fight started and Gatrim vanished immediately. The sisters seemed to have expected as much, and Mazie took a heavy step forward, punching into the open air with her weighted boxing glove. Gatrim suddenly reappeared, taking the attack straight to the chest, and was sent spiraling backwards. And at the same time, his rapier was snatched out of his hands, Bray’s ribbon wrapped around it.
On the other side, Kaizu charged at Crucion, lunging both of her daggers at him. The boy, wielding a bo staff, managed to position it just right to block the two piercing weapons. The blades even got stuck in the wood, but it didn’t slow Kaizu down. She jumped up, placing both feet on the boy’s staff, and then jumped again, wrenching her weapons free. And she sailed behind him, but not before wrapping her chain around his neck.
Gatrim, who was briefly on the ground, vanished again. This time he reappeared right in front of both sisters, tackling them both, one in each arm. It was just enough to knock them off balance, and he snagged his rapier back before vanishing again. This time he appeared in front of the still reeling Crucion and pierced him right through the stomach at a non-vital spot.
Meanwhile, Kaizu landed in front of the two girls who were still trying to catch themselves. She wrapped them both in her chain, pulling it taught, driving the three teens together into one clump. And then as a final move, she stabbed both girls through their shoulders with her daggers, pinning the chain in place, making it impossible for them to escape.
“And the winners are Gatrim & Kaizu!” Rallie ran onto the stage to congratulate the two while the medical squad rushed towards the other team.
《Drim: Over quickly as we expected. But the three of them should be proud. We explained to them before we allowed them to participate that winning wasn’t what mattered, and to just have fun. The three of them did just that, bringing some much needed joy to this otherwise serious competition. Mazie, Bray, Crucion, you did wonderfully. Keep training, and someday you’ll surpass them.》
《Drim: And, uhhh… Senli? Why are you hiding your face like that?》
《Senli: Ugh, gah! The weapons… they’re all touching and kissing. It’s so embarrassing! Be glad you can’t hear the noises they’re making!》
“Gatrim & Kaizu will be moving forward to the Lesser finals.” Rallie began her wrap up spiel. “But who will be their opponent?! It may even be me! With that, please excuse me as I need to make my way to the prep room for the next fight! I hope I can count on your support!”
~Unfulfilled Wishes~
Mazie: I want all the grownups to have a mandatory hour of playtime everyday. So everyone can have more fun together!
Bray: See that Mazie is protected and supported for the rest of her life.
Crucion: Uhh, I didn’t think of one. My wish has already been granted.
