Chapter 108: Vorx the Labyrinth Lord
I successfully separated Vorx from the dungeon boss and Zorx. Now, I could focus entirely on fighting him. If I managed to defeat him, the barrier around this dungeon would shatter, allowing the professors to come and assist us.
Vorx stood back up, eyes burning with fury as she prepared to attack again. In my mind, Envi shouted a warning—Vorx was Level 85, while I was still Level 71. I simply smiled and told him to stay calm.
Vorx wasted no time, chanting a spell at incredible speed. [Invisible Blade]—a magic attack I was all too familiar with. Immediately, I activated [Eclipse Eyes], revealing the true form of her spell. From the dungeon’s ambient energy, he had forged several invisible swords that now hovered behind him.
A split second later, the blades shot toward me. I could see them clearly, each one shaped like a distorted mirage, and dodged them with my superior speed. When necessary, I deflected them using [Yanagi-Uke], redirecting their force away from me.
Vorx’s frustration became evident. She clicked her tongue and unleashed [Ground Spike], transforming the dungeon floor into a field of deadly spikes. Sharp, jagged protrusions shot up, aiming to impale me. I swiftly evaded, activating [Kasoseki] to enhance my AGI stat and further increase my mobility.
I closed the distance between us, weaving through her relentless attacks. The moment I found an opening, I launched my counterattack—
[Blackmore Katana Style: Kazekiri 3X]—a triple aura slash that cut through the air with sheer precision. Without hesitation, I followed up with [Blackmore Katana Style: Nisshou-Giri], striking him three times in rapid succession at close range.
But Vorx wasn’t easy prey. She used [Labyrinth Blink], teleporting short distances repeatedly to evade my attacks. However, I wouldn’t let him escape. [Dark Magic: Shadow Steps]—with this, I could keep up with her movements, mirroring her teleportation speed.
Finally, my blade found its mark, slashing across her torso. Yet, to my surprise, she blocked the strike with her staff. The sheer force of my attack still sent him crashing into the dungeon wall, coughing up blood from the impact.
"Hah, is this really the extent of the Third-Ranked Demon Warlord’s power?" I taunted, keeping my katana at the ready. "Honestly, I think Norx is stronger than you."
"Don’t you dare compare me to that parasitic scum!" Vorx roared. "Take this—[Random Spike]!"