Chapter 96: HHES: Chapter 96
Loki landed, looking up at the airborne Shalnark.
"Fire Fist!" he declared.
Boom! Flames erupted, instantly engulfing Shalnark. The night sky was illuminated. Loki, surrounded by flames, stood amidst the inferno.
Phinks and the others regained their footing, turning to look at Loki in disbelief.
'Faster than before! How did he do that?'
He saw through our combined attack instantly.' 'Such a strange reaction; he seemed to predict our attacks.'
Loki's reactions were extraordinary. Even attacks from blind spots were anticipated and countered perfectly—textbook-level responses.
"Terrifying reaction," Kurapika exclaimed from the spaceship.
Gon, Killua, and Leorio were stunned. "What? What did you see? I couldn't even keep up with their attacks," Leorio said curiously.
Kurapika explained, "Speed improves with training. But Loki's combat talent is astonishing."
Gon and Killua exchanged glances. They'd kept up with the speed but didn't find it terrifying. Loki's strength was impressive; he'd blocked four attacks simultaneously.
Seeing their confusion, Kurapika stared at Loki.
"Their attacks were almost simultaneous. I would've dodged. But Loki didn't.
He kicked Phinks, defended against Nobunaga, used palm flames to repel Machi and Shizuku, and then, using 'Flow,' concentrated Nen in his legs and arms to absorb Nobunaga's attack."
Kurapika took a deep breath. "This involved many things—Nen distribution for the first attack, defense, and counterattacks, and high-speed Nen flow. A 1% error would've put Loki in danger."
This simple exchange hid many amazing things. In a fraction of a second, he devised a counter and acted. It tested not only his Nen but his control and unwavering belief in his ability to block and counterattack.
If he hadn't used enough Nen, Phinks wouldn't have been kicked. Loki would've missed his chance to escape and been hit.
If he'd used too little Nen in the second defense, he wouldn't have blocked Nobunaga's attack. If he'd used too much, he couldn't have repelled Machi and Shizuku.
Nen battles aren't just about who's stronger. Nen usage, distribution for offense and defense, tests a Nen user's adaptability and judgment.
Gon, Killua, and Leorio were stunned. They hadn't realized the complexity of the exchange.
Gon watched Loki fight the Troupe alone.
'Loki's talent is terrifying!' Killua gritted his teeth. 'He's getting stronger too fast!'
"Amazing!"
The mafia members, having witnessed the battle, shouted.
"Too fast to see."
"Humans can be this strong."
"Flame Kid, worthy of the Ten Dons' recognition."
"A kid made the Phantom Troupe look weak."
Kurapika sneered. 'Fools. They don't understand the Troupe's terror. They think fighting them is easy. Look at the damage.'
Nobunaga's attack had cleanly sliced the ground. That cut could slice through steel. That attack only left a shallow cut on Loki, showing his Nen-enhanced body was stronger than steel.
Nobunaga frowned, watching Loki. 'Unmatched talent! He has terrifying potential and combat talent!'
Loki's power wasn't just his Nen and abilities; it was his incredible combat talent. His movements were instinctive, fast, and powerful.
Based on gathered information, Loki hadn't fought much. His actions stemmed from his monstrous talent.
'Terrifying!' 'Let him grow...' Nobunaga's face darkened. 'One day, I won't be able to withstand his attacks.'
Machi, even as an enemy, admired Loki. He hadn't attacked them first but targeted Shalnark, who was weaker than Shizuku.
Shalnark, a manipulator, was weaker in Enhancement than Shizuku. Ignoring Nen quantity, a Nen user's defense depends on Enhancement development. Shalnark's was the weakest, maybe stronger than Kortopi or Pakunoda.
'He attacked the weakest, ensuring effective damage. He used speed to create distance, preventing rescue.' Machi was amazed by Loki's judgment and analysis.
Shalnark landed, pale, looking at Loki in shock.
'Flame Kid...' "You're not weak," Loki said coldly.
"Shalnark, step back. We'll handle this," Phinks said. Shalnark was weaker and a manipulator; he'd be a weak point. Using his other ability would be indiscriminate.
"Don't get distracted in battle!"
Suddenly, green lights appeared.
'What?' Even Machi and Shizuku were stunned.
'When did those appear?'
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