Summoner in One Piece

The Dakan Plains groaned under the immense weight of war. Ma Ki and Shu Ki, Go Kei's formidable headhunters, lay dead, cut down by the blades of Alex and Erza. Their decisive fall had sent a ripple of disarray through the immediate Wei lines, shattering pockets of elite resistance. Duke Hyou's instinctual charge, already a terrifying force, now gained an overwhelming, almost unstoppable momentum. The stage was set for the final, decisive confrontation.

Alex, from his position among his victorious troops on the lower slopes, observed Duke Hyou's relentless frontal push. His strategic insight, subtly sharpened by his 'Basic Unit Coordination' skill, immediately recognized the opportunity. While a flanking maneuver had its merits, a direct, powerful merger with Duke Hyou's main unit would create a single, colossal spearhead, an unstoppable force aimed directly at Go Kei's central command. This was the most efficient path to victory, leveraging their recent success and the sheer demoralization within the Wei ranks.

"Erza, Kaelen, Shou brothers!" Alex's voice cut through the din of battle, carrying a tone of absolute command. "Form up! We merge with Duke Hyou's central push! Our objective is Go Kei's headquarters!"

He swung onto his powerful, summoned warhorse. "This is a pivotal moment," Alex declared, his voice ringing with grim determination. "Our strength, fresh from the hill's capture, can decide this. We hit them hard, where it matters most, and end this battle here!"

Alex led his remaining 235 Xuanjia Heavy Cavalry in a thunderous charge towards the heart of the ongoing clash, aiming to seamlessly integrate with the left flank of Duke Hyou's main unit. Their 'Thunder Charge' skill, still potent, tore through the increasingly desperate Wei resistance that had stretched thin under Duke Hyou's relentless pressure. The ground beneath their thundering hooves vibrated, a prelude to the devastating impact. Erza, riding close to Alex, became a whirlwind of steel, her sword and spear a deadly blur as she eliminated any Wei officers who attempted to impede their convergence. Her shield, though bearing fresh dents from the earlier hill assault, remained an unwavering defense, protecting Alex's immediate path.

Akane, having completed her crucial scouting mission and rejoined the main force during the descent, now moved like a ghost within the charging cavalry. Her swift sword was a whisper of death, targeting Wei's rearguard and any attempts to stem the tide. She ensured no Wei soldiers could escape or regroup behind Alex's converging forces, widening the path and intensifying the pressure on Wei's breaking formations. Her presence was a silent, lethal force, adding to the psychological terror for the beleaguered Wei troops.

Kaelen, with his 520 Imperial Sentinels, followed closely, their disciplined movements forming an unyielding wedge behind the cavalry. Their 'Advance' skill allowed them to maintain a furious pace, absorbing the chaotic energy of the battlefield and solidifying the newly joined lines. The Imperial Sentinels, their formidable shields interlocking, became a moving fortress, shrugging off arrow volleys and spear thrusts as they relentlessly pushed forward. Kaelen's poleaxe swung with brutal efficiency, clearing pathways through the densest Wei formations, every strike a testament to his focused power.

The Shou brothers, Seki Shou and Koku Shou, directed their 780 Trained Soldiers with practiced efficiency, their glaives already flashing. They skillfully maneuvered their troops to follow Alex's elite advance, ensuring the flow between Alex's forces and Duke Hyou's larger army was uninterrupted. They fought with a ferocity born of their new loyalty to Alex and the desire to prove their worth on this grand battlefield. Their soldiers, though having taken the brunt of the earlier losses, showed remarkable resilience, spurred on by the sight of Alex's unwavering elite and the momentum of the converging Qin armies.

As Alex's units slammed into Duke Hyou's flank, the sheer force of their combined momentum became undeniable. The fusion was seamless, a testament to Alex's 'Basic Unit Coordination' skill which subtly harmonized their movements with Duke Hyou's existing charge, creating a single, colossal spearhead. The Wei's nine-fold spear wall, once a formidable defensive masterpiece, began to crack and splinter under the intensified, two-pronged assault. Duke Hyou's forces, energized by the unexpected, powerful reinforcement from Alex's command, roared with renewed vigor, pushing deeper into Go Kei's lines with an almost supernatural strength. The ground itself seemed to tremble under the unified Qin advance, a testament to its irresistible force.

From atop the captured hill, where a contingent of 100 Imperial Sentinels still stood guard under Alex's 炎 standard, General Ou Ki observed the unfolding spectacle. His eyes, typically calm and analytical, showed a flicker of impressed acknowledgment. "The young count truly knows how to press an advantage," he mused, a faint smile touching his lips. "His forces integrate with surprising fluidity. A testament to their discipline, and perhaps... his own burgeoning talent for command. He understands the essence of a decisive thrust, to concentrate power where it matters most."

Go Kei, from his central command, watched in growing disbelief. His two best headhunters, Ma Ki and Shu Ki, were dead. His carefully constructed spear wall was under immense pressure from Duke Hyou's relentless frontal charge, now compounded by the fresh, powerful thrust of Alex's elite units that had just crashed into his flank. He could feel the battle's core unraveling, his meticulously planned formations dissolving into chaos. His lieutenants frantically called for reserves, but the speed of Qin's combined offensive was too great. There was no time to re-deploy effectively, no space to maneuver. The sheer weight of the combined Qin momentum was overwhelming.

Shin, now part of this overwhelming vanguard, found himself fighting alongside Alex's elite soldiers, swept forward by the sheer power of the combined charge. He saw the fury in Duke Hyou's eyes, the relentless advance that seemed to flow from the Great General himself. He witnessed the methodical, devastating effectiveness of Alex's forces beside them – their coordination, their superior equipment, and the sheer martial prowess of Alex, Erza, and Akane who cut down any resistance in their path. The sheer scale of the battle, the undeniable force of a united army under powerful generals, was a raw, visceral lesson in what true generalship meant. Wei soldiers, dispirited by the losses of Kyuu Gen, Kou Ri Gen, Ma Ki, and Shu Ki, now faced an inescapable, relentless pressure. They began to break formation and flee, only to be cut down by the relentless Qin advance. The battle was nearing its absolute crescendo.

The combined force of Duke Hyou's army and Alex's elite units crashed through the last vestiges of Go Kei's outer defense. The core of Go Kei's army, now exposed, began to waver, their morale shattered. The cheers of the Qin army, swelling into a deafening roar, seemed to shake the very plains.

In the center of the collapsing Wei formation, Go Kei, surrounded by his personal guard, found himself face to face with a raging bull of a man – Duke Hyou. The two Great Generals, the strategist and the instinctual warrior, stood before tens of thousands of soldiers, poised for their final, personal confrontation.

Go Kei, ever the master of tactics, raised a hand, silencing his remaining guards. "Stay back," he commanded, his voice surprisingly calm despite the chaos around him.

Duke Hyou, his eyes burning with an almost primal fire, paused, his glaive held high. Heki, watching from a distance, was stunned. "He actually agreed to a duel?! Duke Hyou's martial arts skill is far superior!" he muttered, disbelief plain on his face.

Shin, caught in the breathless tension of the moment, felt the heat emanating from the impending clash. He knew, with a certainty that vibrated through his very bones, that the outcome of this entire war, the fate of thousands, would be decided by this duel.

The two titans lunged. Blades flashed. A searing shockwave of raw power rippled through the air, felt even by the distant soldiers. Go Kei and Duke Hyou exchanged blows, a flurry of strikes and parries. Both men were cut, crimson blossoming on their armor. Heki, watching with bated breath, initially believed them to be equally matched, a strategist's precision meeting an instinctual brute force. Then, they began to swing their weapons in earnest, each strike capable of ending a life. The armies on both sides held their breath, their eyes glued to the impossible duel unfolding before them.

Suddenly, a wave of cheers erupted from the Wei ranks. "Go Kei! General Go Kei!" The sound was ragged, desperate, but powerful. Shin's eyes widened. He realized these cheers would boost Go Kei's strength, fueling his resolve.

"Cheer for Duke Hyou!" Shin yelled, his voice raw, turning to the Qin soldiers around him, including Alex's own troops. "Louder! Boost Duke Hyou's power!"

One of Duke Hyou's grizzled veterans beside Shin merely grunted. "No need, boy. The moment Go Kei accepted this duel, the victor was decided."

"Why?" Shin demanded, bewildered. "Is Duke Hyou holding back?"

"No," the veteran replied, his gaze unwavering on the duel. "He's just getting to know Go Kei. There are only a handful of individuals in all of China who can defeat Duke Hyou in a one-on-one match. It is simply a matter of time before Duke Hyou makes his move."