Kiss of the vampire (volume 2)
" The Girl with the Sharp sword"
Mission six: Frozen in Deception!
The tension in the air was palpable as the battlefield shifted with the arrival of Ben and Maya. The Black Knights rallied behind them, their spirits lifted by the unexpected reinforcements. The Ice Queen's icy demeanor faltered for just a moment, revealing a flicker of uncertainty in her eyes.
"Crush us?" Ben echoed, a smirk playing on his lips. "You really think you can take on all of us? You must be delusional."
Maya stepped forward, her aura radiating confidence. "We've faced worse than you, Ice Queen. You're just another obstacle in our way."
The Beastmen King snarled, his massive form blocking their path. "You think numbers will save you? I will tear you apart!" He lunged forward, claws outstretched, aiming for Ben.
With a swift motion, Ben sidestepped, his body becoming intangible just as the Beastmen King's claws swiped through the air where he had just stood. "Nice try, big guy," Ben taunted, reappearing behind the king and delivering a powerful kick to his back.
The Beastmen King stumbled forward, his massive body crashing into the ground. He roared in anger, quickly regaining his footing. "You may have dodged this time," he snarled, "but you won't escape my wrath!"
Maya smiled, her eyes gleaming with excitement. "Let's show them what we're made of," she said, charging forward with Ben.
The battlefield erupted into chaos as Ben and Maya charged forward, their movements a blur of speed and precision. The Ice Queen's army, a sea of frost-covered warriors, stood frozen in anticipation, their icy shields at the ready.
Ben, with a mischievous glint in his eye, teleported a short distance to the left, avoiding a hail of ice shards that shattered the ground where he had just stood. He reappeared behind a cluster of enemy soldiers, his fists flying in swift succession as he took them down with ease.
Maya, meanwhile, danced across the battlefield, her feet barely touching the ground as she wove between the enemy lines. Her aura flared with energy, imbuing her movements with a deadly precision. She landed a series of swift kicks, each one striking true and sending enemy soldiers crashing to the ground.
The Ice Queen, her eyes blazing with fury, summoned a wave of icy energy that hurtled towards Ben. But he was always one step ahead, teleporting to the side just as the wave was about to engulf him. He reappeared behind the Ice Queen's line, his fists glowing with a soft blue light as he unleashed a devastating combination of punches.
The enemy soldiers stumbled back, their icy shields shattering under the force of Ben's blows. Maya took advantage of the opening, charging forward with a fierce battle cry. Her sword sliced through the enemy lines, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.
The battlefield was a whirlwind of motion, the clash of steel on steel echoing through the air. Ben and Maya moved in perfect sync, their bond and trust in each other allowing them to anticipate and react to every attack.
The Ice Queen's army was formidable, but Ben and Maya were unstoppable. They carved a path of destruction through the enemy lines, their movements a blur of speed and precision. The Ice Queen's soldiers fell one by one, their icy shields shattering under the force of Ben and Maya's attacks.
As the battle raged on, the Ice Queen's frustration grew. She summoned a massive ice golem, its body towering over the battlefield as it charged towards Ben and Maya. But they were ready. Ben teleported to the side, avoiding the golem's crushing blow. Maya, meanwhile, charged forward, her sword glowing with energy as she struck the golem with a series of swift and deadly blows.
The golem shattered, its icy body exploding into a thousand shards as it hit the ground. The Ice Queen's eyes blazed with fury, her anger and frustration boiling over. She summoned a final, desperate attack, a massive wave of icy energy that threatened to engulf the entire battlefield.
But Ben and Maya were ready. They stood back-to-back, their auras flaring with energy as they prepared to face the attack. Ben teleported a short distance forward, avoiding the wave's leading edge. Maya, meanwhile, summoned a shield of swirling energy, deflecting the wave and sending it back towards the Ice Queen.
The Ice Queen stumbled back, her eyes widening in shock as her own attack was turned against her. Ben and Maya took advantage of the opening, charging forward with a fierce battle cry. Their movements were a blur of speed and precision, their bond and trust in each other allowing them to work together seamlessly.
The battle was all but won, the Ice Queen's army in full retreat. Ben and Maya stood victorious, their bond and teamwork proving unbeatable. The Ice Queen glared at them, her eyes burning with hatred. "This isn't over," she spat, before turning and fleeing the battlefield.
Ben watched her go, a smile still playing on his lips. "I'm shaking in my boots," he said, teleporting over to Maya's side. "Shall we finish off the stragglers?"
Maya nodded, and together they set off to mop up the remaining enemy soldiers. Their movements were a blur of speed and precision, their bond and trust in each other allowing them to work together seamlessly.
As the battle came to an end, the Black Knights cheered, their morale boosted by the unexpected victory. Ben and Maya stood tall, their bond and teamwork proving once again that they were an unbeatable duo.
"Well, time to use it." As he said that, Ben Rayleigh unsheathed his sword at his back, a two-handed sword without a handguard.
Ben charged forward, his jian slicing through the air with deadly precision. The sword's slender blade glinted in the light, its double-edged design perfect for swift and agile strikes. Maya fought alongside him, her own movements a blur of speed and precision.
The Ice Queen's army, a sea of frost-covered warriors, stood frozen in anticipation, their icy shields at the ready. But Ben and Maya were unstoppable. Ben's Jian danced through the enemy lines, striking true time and again. Maya's sword sliced through the enemy ranks, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.
Ben teleported short distances, his Jian flashing in the light as he struck from unexpected angles. Maya anticipated his movements, her own sword slicing through the enemy lines in perfect sync. Together, they carved a path of destruction through the Ice Queen's army.
The Ice Queen summoned a wave of icy energy, but Ben teleported to the side, avoiding the attack with ease. Maya took advantage of the opening, her sword striking true as she landed a series of swift and deadly blows. The enemy soldiers stumbled back, their icy shields shattering under the force of Ben and Maya's attacks.
As the battle raged on, the Ice Queen's frustration grew. She summoned a massive ice golem, its body towering over the battlefield as it charged towards Ben and Maya. But they were ready. Ben teleported to the side, his jian slicing through the golem's icy body with deadly precision. Maya struck the golem's weak point, shattering its core and sending it crashing to the ground.
The Ice Queen's eyes blazed with fury, her anger and frustration boiling over. She summoned a final, desperate attack, a massive wave of icy energy that threatened to engulf the entire battlefield. But Ben and Maya were ready. Ben teleported forward, his jian glowing with energy as he struck the wave with a series of swift and precise blows. Maya summoned a shield of swirling energy, deflecting the wave and sending it back towards the Ice Queen.
The Ice Queen stumbled back, her eyes widening in shock as her own attack was turned against her. Ben and Maya took advantage of the opening, charging forward with a fierce battle cry. Their movements were a blur of speed and precision, their bond and trust in each other allowing them to work together seamlessly.
The battle was all but won, the Ice Queen's army in full retreat. Ben and Maya stood victorious, their bond and teamwork proving unbeatable. The Ice Queen glared at them, her eyes burning with hatred. "This isn't over," she spat, before turning and fleeing the battlefield.
Ben watched her go, a smile still playing on his lips. "Uhhh scary!" he said, teleporting over to Maya's side. "Shall we finish off the stragglers?"
Maya nodded, and together they set off to mop up the remaining enemy soldiers. Their movements were a blur of speed and precision, their bond and trust in each other allowing them to work together seamlessly.
The Ice Queen's eyes blazed with fury as she fixed her gaze on Ben Rayleigh. "Tsk, he is a monster," she spat, her voice laced with frustration and fear. "We can't beat him, even if I use the full power of my Nevan."
With a wave of her hand, the Ice Queen summoned a torrent of icy energy that hurtled towards Ben. The air seemed to shimmer and distort as the energy approached, its power radiating outwards like a palpable force.
Ben, sensing the attack, teleported to the side, avoiding the brunt of the energy. However, even his incredible speed couldn't completely evade the attack, and he felt a chill run down his spine as the icy energy grazed his arm.
Maya, seeing Ben's momentary vulnerability, charged forward, her sword slicing through the air with deadly precision. "I'll take care of the Ice Queen," she shouted, striking at the Ice Queen's defenses.
But the Ice Queen was relentless, her focus solely on Ben. She summoned a maelstrom of icy shards that hurtled towards him, each one imbued with her dark magic. Ben teleported repeatedly, avoiding the shards, but the Ice Queen's attack was unrelenting.
As the battle raged on, the air grew colder, the very fabric of reality seeming to bend and warp under the Ice Queen's power. Ben's movements grew slower, his teleportation less precise, as the Ice Queen's magic began to take its toll.
The Ice Queen's words echoed in her own mind, "He is a monster..." She knew she had to end this fight quickly or risk being overwhelmed by Ben's sheer strength.
With a fierce determination, the Ice Queen unleashed her most powerful attack, a blast of icy energy that seemed to shatter the very air itself. Ben, caught off guard, stumbled back, his jian slipping from his grasp.
But Maya was there, her sword slicing through the Ice Queen's defenses, giving Ben a chance to recover. The battle had reached its climax, the outcome hanging precariously in the balance.
The Ice Queen's eyes blazed with a fierce, otherworldly energy as she raised her hands to the sky. The air around her began to distort and ripple, as if reality itself was bending to accommodate her power. A dark, crimson glow emanated from her body, spreading outwards like a stain on the fabric of space.
As the glow intensified, the Ice Queen's form began to shift, her body elongating and twisting in ways that seemed impossible for a mortal. Her skin took on a deathly pallor, and her eyes turned a deep, blood-red hue. The air around her grew colder, the very atmosphere seeming to thicken and congeal in response to her power.
Suddenly, the Ice Queen's body erupted in a burst of crimson energy, and a dome of red shards coalesced around her. The shards, razor-sharp and glowing with an otherworldly light, swirled and danced in the air, forming a vortex of destruction that seemed to have a life of its own.
This was the Blood Dome, the Ice Queen's most powerful domain expansion likesh. Within its boundaries, she was the absolute master, her power unchallenged and unrelenting. And the sole target of her wrath was Ben Rayleigh.
The Blood Dome expanded, its boundaries stretching outwards to encompass Ben, and Ben alone. The red shards blizzard raged around him, a maelstrom of destruction that seemed determined to consume him whole. Ben, sensing the danger, teleported repeatedly, trying to evade the shards' deadly kiss.
But the Blood Dome was a prison, a cage of crimson energy that seemed designed specifically to contain and torment him. No matter where he teleported, the shards were always there, waiting for him, their deadly edges glinting with malevolent intent.
Maya, watching from outside the dome, knew that she had to act fast. The Blood Dome was a powerful barrier, one that would take all her strength and skill to breach. But she had to try, for Ben's sake and for the sake of their mission.
With a fierce determination, Maya charged forward, her sword slicing through the air with deadly precision. She struck at the Blood Dome, trying to find a weakness in its defenses, a chink in its armor that she could exploit. But the dome was relentless, its power unyielding, and Maya knew that she was in for the fight of her life.
Author's note:
The Blood Dome is a powerful, ancient ability possessed by the Ice Queen, a manifestation of her inner darkness and mastery over the forces of ice and blood. It is not simply a matter of willpower or skill but rather a complex and mysterious power that is bound by specific rules and constraints.
*Rule 1: Sacrifice*
To activate the Blood Dome, the Ice Queen must pay a terrible price. She is unable to bear children, a sacrifice she made long ago to gain this power. This sacrifice is not just physical, but also emotional and psychological. The Ice Queen's inability to experience the joy of motherhood has left a deep scar, one that she keeps hidden beneath her icy exterior.
*Rule 2: Activation Trigger*
The Blood Dome can only be activated when the Ice Queen is severely injured, her body battered and bruised beyond recognition. The pain and suffering she endures serve as a catalyst, fueling her power and allowing her to tap into the dark energies that sustain the Blood Dome.
*Rule 3: AOT (Absolute Observance of Taboo)*
The Ice Queen is bound by a strict taboo: she cannot use her abilities on children. This taboo is an integral part of her power, and violating it would have catastrophic consequences. If she were to target a child with her powers, the Blood Dome would fail to activate, and she would be left vulnerable and weakened.
When the Ice Queen activates the Blood Dome, she becomes a force of nature, unleashing a maelstrom of icy shards and crimson energy that is almost impossible to defend against. The Blood Dome is a manifestation of her darkest self, a symbol of her power and her pain.
Within the Blood Dome, the Ice Queen is the absolute master, her power unchallenged and unrelenting. Her enemies are trapped, subject to her whims and fancies, and unable to escape the deadly vortex of ice and blood that surrounds them.
The Blood Dome is a double-edged sword, however. While it grants the Ice Queen immense power, it also serves as a reminder of her sacrifices and her limitations. She must carefully consider when to activate it, lest she suffer the consequences of her own darkness.
The Ice Queen's eyes blazed with fury as she unleashed a flurry of icy shards within the Blood Dome. Ben Rayleigh, trapped within the dome, dodged and weaved with ease, his movements fluid and precise. However, the Ice Queen's powers seemed to be taking their toll, and Ben's speed was slightly reduced, his teleportation less instantaneous.
Despite this, Ben remained elusive, always seeming to avoid the Ice Queen's attacks by a hair's breadth. The Ice Queen's frustration grew as she watched Ben dodge her most precise strikes, her anger and fury boiling over.
Just as the Ice Queen thought she had Ben cornered, he would suddenly teleport a short distance away, avoiding her attack. The Ice Queen's eyes narrowed, her gaze fixed intently on Ben as she tried to anticipate his next move.
Ben, meanwhile, continued to dodge and weave, his smile never wavering. He seemed to be enjoying the challenge, his eyes gleaming with amusement as he evaded the Ice Queen's attacks.
The fight continued, the Ice Queen's powers clashing with Ben's agility and speed. But despite her best efforts, the Ice Queen couldn't seem to land a hit, Ben always managing to avoid her attacks at the last second.
It was as if Ben had an uncanny sense of timing, allowing him to pause time itself and avoid the Ice Queen's strikes. The Ice Queen's frustration grew, her anger and fury reaching a boiling point.
But Ben just smiled, his eyes fixed on the Ice Queen as he continued to dodge and weave. He seemed to be toying with her, enjoying the challenge of evading her attacks.
The Blood Dome pulsed with energy, its power surging and receding in time with the Ice Queen's emotions. But despite its strength, Ben remained elusive, always managing to stay one step ahead of the Ice Queen's attacks.
The fight was a dance, a deadly ballet of ice and steel, with Ben and the Ice Queen locked in a struggle that seemed to have no end. But Ben's smile never wavered, his confidence and skill evident in every move he made .
The Ice Queen's chest heaved as she panted, her breath misting in the cold air. She glared at Ben, her eyes blazing with fury and frustration. Despite her best efforts, she couldn't seem to land a hit, and Ben's constant dodging was taking its toll on her.
Ben, on the other hand, stood tall, his smile unwavering. He gazed at the Ice Queen with an air of amusement, his eyes glinting with challenge.
"Hey, Elsa," he said, his voice low and taunting. "Is this all you've got? I can do this all day, even with my eyes closed."
The Ice Queen's face twisted in rage, and she cursed Ben, her voice venomous. "May you be forever trapped in this frozen hell, you insolent fool!"
Ben's grin only grew wider, his eyes sparkling with amusement. "You still thinking that? Well, it's no biggie. If you can see, I can break this ewwie place of yours anytime I want, so that's why I don't have to hit you back," he calmly replies.
"Curse you, human! You're always the one who'll stop our plan! Why can't you just die?" She spat at him.
"I'm afraid I can't do that. It's not that you can't kill me, but I'm just not going to die even if you try because I'm the strongest."
The Ice Queen's anger seemed to boil over, and she launched herself at Ben, her icy powers surging out of control. But Ben was ready, and he dodged her attack with ease, his smile never wavering.
The Ice Queen's frustration grew, her anger and fury consuming her. She was beginning to realize that she was no match for Ben's skills, and that thought only fueled her rage.
But the ice queen lowered her head and started laughing. And Ben tilted his head in confusion and said,. "I think you're losing your marbles, Elsa!" He said, and then he felt an intense killing intent from outside the dome.
The Ice Queen's laughter echoed through the air, her eyes gleaming with a manic intensity as her Blood Dome began to fade. Ben's eyebrow rose in response, his gaze locked on the Ice Queen with a mixture of curiosity and caution.
"Well, looks like time's up, Elsa," he said, his voice low and even. "Do you still have an ace up your sleeve?"
The Ice Queen's laughter grew louder, her body shaking with mirth as she gazed at Ben with an almost pitying expression. Suddenly, a loud explosion erupted in the distance, and Ben's head snapped towards the sound.
"Fuck, I got tricked," he muttered, his eyes narrowing as he realized the situation. "Tsk."
The Ice Queen's laughter reached a fever pitch as she gazed at Ben with a triumphant smile. "Yeah, hahaha, you might be the strongest creature on this planet, but you're not the smartest! Now, bear witness to the Beowolf, the primordial beast king!"
As she spoke, a massive, ancient creature emerged from the smoke and flames, its eyes fixed on Ben with a primal intensity. The ground shook beneath its feet, and the air seemed to vibrate with its power.
Ben's eyes locked onto the creature, his expression unreadable as he sized up the new threat. The Ice Queen's laughter faded into the background as Ben's focus shifted to the Beowolf, his mind racing with strategies and possibilities.
"Oh boy!"
The stage was set for a battle of titans, with Ben facing off against not one, but two formidable foes. The outcome was far from certain, and the fate of the world hung in the balance.
To be continued.
King's Authority:
The King's Authority is a unique, innate power possessed by certain humans. It's a manifestation of their inner strength, abilities, and potential. This authority is fueled by the individual's ki energy, which can be cultivated and strengthened through training, experience, and mental discipline. And its shape will depend on the user's will or ability; it will manifest in a way that can complement the user's needs.
Characteristics:
1. Domain-like Abilities: The King's Authority creates a localized domain or aura that reflects the individual's personality, skills, and abilities.
2. Ki Energy: The King's Authority is powered by the individual's ki energy, which can be drained or replenished depending on usage.
3. Variable Expressions: The king's authority can manifest in different ways, such as enhanced physical abilities, strategic thinking, or combat skills.
Types of King's Authority:
1. Physical Enhancement: Amplifies physical strength, speed, agility, or durability.
2. Combat Mastery: Enhances combat skills, such as martial arts, sword fighting, or marksmanship.
3. Strategic Insight: Grants the ability to analyze situations, predict outcomes, and make effective decisions.
Limitations:
1. Ki Energy Exhaustion: Prolonged use of the King's Authority can drain the individual's ki energy, leaving them vulnerable.
2. Mental Fatigue: The mental strain of maintaining the king's authority can lead to fatigue, decreased focus, or even mental instability.
And there are 3 rules the user needs to follow.
*Sacrifice*
The cost or price paid to maintain or use the King's Authority. This could be
1. *Physical sacrifice*: gradual wear and tear on the body.
2. *Emotional toll*: Mental strain or emotional exhaustion.
3. *Personal cost*: sacrificing personal relationships or desires.
*Trigger*
The specific event, emotion, or action that activates the King's Authority. This could be
1. *Intense emotions*: anger, fear, or determination.
2. *Specific situations*: life-threatening situations or protecting loved ones.
3. *Personal mantra*: A specific phrase or thought that triggers the authority.
AOT (Absolute Observance of Taboo)
The king's authority comes with a strict taboo or limitation that must be observed:
1. Specific prohibition: The individual is forbidden from using their authority on certain individuals, groups, or in specific situations.
2. Personal sacrifice: The individual must make a regular sacrifice or offering to maintain their authority.
Consequences of breaking the AOT:
If the individual breaks their AOT, they risk:
1. Loss of authority: Their king's authority may be revoked or severely weakened.
2. Physical or mental punishment: They may suffer physical or mental consequences, such as injury, illness, or madness.
3. Spiritual or karmic debt: They may incur a spiritual or karmic debt, which can have long-term consequences.
The King's Authority is a powerful and complex concept, with its own set of rules and constraints. Those who master their King's Authority can become formidable individuals, capable of achieving great things.