The Namekian announcer stepped forward onto the arena, giving the crowd a short wave before bowing. "Alright everyone, welcome back to the land of the wildcard, where they can prove their mettle with a second chance!" The crowd cheered, more than ready to see who would be up to the plate first out of all of those exciting fighters!
"From this bracket's preliminary match, we have Patchwork making a return! With his opponent being Cyprus, A mysterious Shinjin with a unique fashion sense!" The crowd cheered for the two fighters, wondering how Patch would contend with Cyprus, since they had seen more of Patch so far.
The announcer then took a step back, and addressed the two fighters directly before clearing the arena. "Okay! The winner of this fight will be decided by either knockout or ring-out. If the match has not naturally concluded by the time limit, then our panel of judges will independently determine a winner. The only other rule is that no form of flight may be used in the bout. If I am understood, then... Let the battle begin!"
The first rounds of the Loser's Bracket begin! This fight will end and be judged on Monday, May 22nd if a winner has not yet been decided by either ring-out or knockout by then!
Patchwork entered the arena that at this point had grown to be oh so familiar. He had won against Chomei, barely, so he had no reason to become complacent now. He rolled his shoulder joint a few times. Hearing the mechanical whirring of the gyros there just the roar of the crowd drowned out all other noise to his audio receptors.
He saw his opponent and his ocular sensors poured over the other man. He was unlike anything the Android had ever seen before. Humanoid, but the point of his ears insisted something else, not to mention the colourful hue of his skin. Nonetheless, he was an opponent and likely one of considerable strength. So Patch bowed his head in respect before rising back up.
"I am looking forward to testing myself against you. Mr. Cyprus." He tells the Shinjin, servos clicking into place as he takes on a battle-stance. Slightly different to the one he had in his match against Chomei, more refined, sturdier. It seemed he had picked up a few things from his battle against the Dragon Warrior.
And similarly to that fight Patch would start things much the same, his arm pulling back and transforming to a large and impressive gun that quickly fired a high pressure shot of energy towards Cyprus. The game was afoot!
Patchwork will kick things off in classic style with a Crouching Tiger, Hidden Railgun (2KP, 40% | 16'000) headed straight for Cyprus
Cyprus stepped into the arena once again for the trial of peace. He had lost his first match but now he was back to win. He knew whatever this tournament was offering had to be quite powerful. So he had no plans to lose another match. No, he had to control his ego and win the rest of his matches. His foe this time had some cybernetic parts to his face. But other than that he seemed to just be a normal humanoid. So he was not worried about it too much. But this guy starts quickly.
It was as soon as Cyrpus has gotten in the ring and was ready to start fighting that Patch was on the attack. The man formed a massive gun from his body and aimed it firing the Railgun blast right at him! "Oh dear me, you wanna start fast huh? Not even letting me get my legs under me!" He proclaimed as he raised his arm. "Invasion Lance!" a green spear of energy shot forward clashing with the Railgun blast. Eventually, both blasts would explode into nothing as Cyrpus grinned. "It seems this won't be too easy after all." Cyprus burst forward through the smoke of the strikes. He launched forward to elbow Patch right in the face before spinning to kick him in the gut while performing a handstand. The quick combination of strikes was meant to throw Patch right off guard and take the pace of the match right away. He was not going to make the mistakes he made in his last fights.
Now that he got a better look at Cyprus the power disparity became more clear. It certainly wasn't insurmountable but Patch knew he needed to focus and make no mistakes, a slight slip up could be the difference between victory or defeat. "I would hate for you to be bored." Patch replies. "Besides, you seem to be handling it fine."
Both attacks struck each other in the air but it seemed neither was strong enough to completely over power the other, leading to a massive cloud of smoke forming in their wake.
The ensuing elbow to the face came faster than Patch's enhanced reactions could keep up with, and the Android stumbled off balance as the strike hit him. He recalibated soon enough, and as the leg came swinging for his midsection he grabbed it and lifted, attempting to slam the Shinjin down face first into the arena floor.
Successful or not the Android would attempt to follow up with a swift kick to the Shinjin's gut to knock him up in the air before sending him back down with a jumping right hook. If this was going to be a display of athletic technique. Patchwork was eager to match his foe.
Patchwork will renew the assault with a Scrapyard Combo (1KP, 20% | 8'000)
Cyprus grunted as Patchwork noted that he didn't want him to be bored. He really just wanted to fight and get this over with. Guess Cyrpus needed to be on right in gear. If he lost focus at all then Patch was going to take him down. So he was ready to match Patch's attacks. He was able to land the elbow to the face. But then he was grabbed and slammed to the ground smashing him down. As he was mid-air from the first attack he was forced to clash with the combo of strikes with his own blow A ward of magical energy shot from his arms and clashed with Patch's incoming attacks. It would overpower the attack from Patchwork as the weighted ki went to slam into Patchwork and pin him to the ground.
Despite the blow, he knew it was possible for Patch to dodge nor would it do that much damage. At this rate they keep clashing untill time ran out. But he would find his opening or turn the battle up a notch sooner rather than later. He didn't wanna get too hasty. Maybe Patch had something to show him nor did he want to make the same mistakes as last time. "Guess we will have to keep this hand to hand for now." Cyprus sprung forward again swinging to elbow Patch right in the face once more. Then he'd kick off the ground spinning to bring both his legs down on Patch's head to plant him to the ground.
The Shinjin's magical energy did indeed manage to overpower Patchwork's own flurry of blows, but the Android had precalculated such an outcome. As his metallic form struck the arena floor Cyprus would notice the magical energy enter into Patch through various seals that opened up on his body.
Warning = UNRECOGNISED ENERGY SOURCE ENTERING FORM Warning = CANNOT CALCULATE ORIGIN Recommendation = EXPEL IMMEDIATELY Attempt to convert to Energy = Y/N? Attempting to convert...please wait...
As his reactor tried to make sense of the mystical power Patch's oculars flashed green for a moment as suddenly he felt a surge of energy rush through his form. It was like nothing he'd experienced before. He imagined it would be a similar feeling to an organic athlete injecting pure adrenaline into their bloodstream. The calculations in the Android's mind had taken only a nanosecond, and soon the cyber-warrior was springing to his feet. In came another elbow from Cyprus but he was ready this time, catching the blow and turning it away.
The Shinjin springboarded forward in a powerful kick, but the temporary magical energy flowing through Patch gave him a momentary edge. He repelled the force from Cyprus' kick and attempted to launch him upwards. Giving him just enough time to fire off a powerful shot from his railgun arm.
Patchwork will absorb Cyprus' attack with Absorber Technique (0KP, 30% | 12'000 vs 6'000) barrier remains unbroken so damage in negated and one ki point is recovered. He will then fire an MP BOOSTED Crouching Tiger, Hidden Railgun (2KP, 40% 50% | 20'000) at Cyprus, hoping to keep the Shinjin on his toes.
“What the hell!?” He was shocked at somehow Patchwork seemed to just absorb his attack!? What was this nonsense! He had never seen a power like that. He had seen powers that could block attacks but absorb them? That shouldn’t not be possible. “Is that the power of you machines?” Cyprus tilted his head in anger. Why couldn’t a kai do that? They were the first beings. They should have knowledge of all abilities that could be possible. This shouldn’t be one. He knew this had to be dangerous, so he was going to have to be on his toes. The absorption of this attack should give some boost to Patch, at least that is what he suspected.
It seemed to be proven true as Patch burst forward to attack him once more. But Cyrpus was on guard. He would raise his arms forming a red shield that would block the powerful blow. The Shield began to bend back from the pressure as Cyrpus grinned. “Sorry, I’ll admit you surprised me. But let me show you my trump card. The Ward of Conquest!” He would absorb the impact. “Now allow me to take the energy you took and give it back in spades!” He raised his arms forward the Shield blasting forward reflecting Patch's attack back at him! The Reflective energy was even more powerful then what Patch sent at him. Thank to adding his own power too it he was sure he was going to send the cyborg flying. Of course, that attack cost him a lot of energy. He had been hoping to save such an attack but alas, he had no choice against this powerful foe.
Wc:283 Using Light Sparking Techquine || Conquest Ward
Cyprus forms a powerful barrier, the signature move of Conquest. It absorbs the impact of an attack and sends it back at the foe. The shielding takes on a Red Frontal Shield.
Power: 50%
KP Cost: 2 KP
Variants: Reflective, +4 Power 36,000. 30,000-20,000=10,000 Reflective then Grants bonus 20 Percent. So +12,000=22,000 heading Patch's way. - Kp:1/6 Mp:1/6 Damage Meter:0/250
It seemed he had thrown the Shinjin off balance, and possibly upset him a little bit. Patchwork was just glad his systems were able to make sense of the bizarre energy that Cyprus was using.
The Shinjin's confusion didn't last long. Patchwork saw his powerful shot impact with some sort of strange red barrier that Cyprus held. He saw the green energy disperse and reform with a dark red tinge to it. Seemingly the Android was not the only one who could use his foes energy against them.
Patchwork calculated this internally before the shot came flying back. Faster than he was expecting. In the moment, all he could do is brace, but when his systems asked if he wished to Overclock he answered in the affirmative.
His gyros hissed and whirred as his form vented a significant amount of heat. Electrical devices nearby would glitch for a moment as his power level rose. The shot smacked against his metallic frame, but what would have seriously dented him before now just scorched his outer layer.
"Your donation of energy is appreciated. I am sure we both still have more tricks to show off." The android retorted. His reactor was pulsing, thrumming with charge as he quickly raised a hand and let off an immediate blast of energy. The power was significant now that all of his systems were working overtime, but it took no draw on his power levels.
The strength of the machine form.
Patchwork transform to Overclock x5 and takes the reflected damage to the face. He then retaliates with a Free Offensive from Locked and Loaded (0KP, 30% | 60'000) due to Metamorphosis, Patch's MP is not set to zero.
Cyprus would swing Patch's attack back at him but he seemed ready for it as he increased his own power. He would be hit by the attack and it caused some smoke and dented his armor. "Heh, you took that attack pretty well?" Cyprus grinned. "I assume that heat coming off your body means you in full speed. So I'll do the same." Cyrpus's aura rose up by a massive amount. He was able to increase his power by sixfold which allowed him to stand firm as the Blast that Patch fired slammed into him. Cyrpus had been hoping to deflect it but the attack was too fast. Blood flew from his mouth as he was forced to skid backward as smoke smoldered from his form. He even staggered to a knee but he was able to quickly get up.
Pushing the blood off his face he glared. "That must be another one of your tricks? I didn't expect that blast to be so powerful. But I can take it." Cyprus would raise his arms and plant his feet. His arms were raised on the offensive as his feet began to inch forward. He was thinking about how to handle this. He didn't know how much Patch's power had risen but that one attack caught him good. And Patch didn't seem tired from firing off that blast. Was that just because he was a machine? Or was that attack he was just hit by not all that powerful? He didn't know so he decided to be cautious and slowly walk towards Patch rather then outright attacking. Of course, that gave Patch the opening to take control of the battle.
Wc:265 Dai-Kai x6:360,000 60,000/360,000=17 (I can't do basic math) Percent Damage. - Kp:3/6 Mp:1/6 Damage Meter:17/250
Warning! - OPPONENT POWER RISING TO DANGEROUS LEVELS Warning! - Victory = More difficult. Retreat = Recommended
Patchwork ignored the blaring text in his own mind. For all the advantages he had over organics. At least they didn't have to deal with this.
He did take heed however of Cyprus' sudden surge of power. It seemed the Shinjin had been hiding some extra strength up his colourful sleeves. The Android was not about to allow himself to be shaken however. He was used to odds being against him, and his defeat was not yet a foregone conclusion.
It seemed his opponent was taking a moment to catch their breath. That was good, it meant Patch had the advantage of stamina so far. Perhaps if he could just keep up the pressure, things would turn out ok.
The crowd was cheering at a fever pitch now. Fans in the stands cheering for both fighters, wanting to see more impressive feats of strength from both. As Cyprus walked towards him, Patch intended to give them something.
He surged forward in the blink of an eye, practically disappearing from sight as he attempted Cyprus' own patented elbow smash maneuver. Whether it struck or not he would then attempt to sweep the Shinjin's legs out from under him and slam him into the ground below.
Patchwork will keep things going with another Scrapyard Combo (1KP, 20% | 40'000)
Cyrpus's eyes blinked and before he knew it, Patch was on the attack. He knew that one of them had to move and with Cyprus crawling forward it made sense for Patch to strike first. Luckily, despite the speed Patch was displaying, Cyrpus could keep up just fine. He knew he could handle this power from Patch. If this was the best he could muster then the fears that Cyprus had were fully erased. A cocky grin would form on his face as his energy surged around him. "Hmp, I won't allow you to catch me that easy!" Cyrpus called as the elbow raced toward his face. However, with a wave of his hand, Cyprus formed a ward of magic that would absorb the blow that was headed toward him. But the ward was going to do much more than that. "You are quite strong I must admit but you are not going to take me down. No, sorry my power is just too much for you! Allow me to show you the difference between your machine arts, and my mystical arts." Cyrpus would push his arms forward sending the ward of energy forward, it slowly shaping itself into the hoove of a horse. It would speed forward and attempt to crash into Patch's chest and send him flying into the ground.
Wc:222 Light Offensive || Gallant Crush Soummoning a powerful ward of magically energy that slams down on a foe from above. This massive weight of ki is meant to pin one to the ground. The ki takes on the image of a horse hoove. Power:20% KP Cost: 1 KP Power:72,000 Breaks through dealing 36,000 towards Patch! - Kp:2/6 Mp:3/6 Damage Meter:17/250
Patch's elbow impacted with a strange energy force, but more importantly it didn't impact with Cyprus' face like intended. And it seemed the Shinjin was quite smug about the whole affair. Whatever worry or concern Patch may have caused seemed to disappear as Cyprus became once again confident that he could easily dispatch of the Android.
Patch leapt back and stabilised himself as the energy began to coalesce. Cyprus began to gloat and the crowd watched in awe as the attack came surging forward. The difference between mystic and machine was soon to become known.
But Patch wasn't out of tricks just yet...
With a quick motion of his arm he caught the blast in a prismatic energy field and allowed it to disperse safely around him without even expending a modicum of energy. All the while his internal cooling cells opened up the vents in his body and let out a quick blast of hot air as they worked overtime to keep his core from overheating. Whilst the Shinjin had been posturing, the Android had been charging up.
His arm split open again to reveal the railgun, but this time the energy was a vibrant orange instead of the standard green. Patchwork stepped forward and disappeared in a flash, reappearing behind Cyprus with the railgun primed.
"Difference acknowledged..." And he fired.
Patchwork will defend against the bleedthrough damage with a Free Defensive Technique from Locked and Loaded (0KP, 30% | 60'000) he will then spend 3 Momentum for a Transformation Boost x1 and retaliate with a Power Boosted Crouching Tiger, Hidden Railgun (2KP, 50% | 120'000)
Cyprus fired off his attack but Patch had another defensive ability. These machines really seemed to be about being efficient. That would normally not be a problem, however there was a time limit. He had to figure out a way to overpower him right here and now. Cyprus was starting to get desperate. He would watch as Patch opened up his gun for a railgun blast. The powerful blast of energy raced towards him as he was forced to form a spear of energy from his body. Cyprus would bring his arm around and it would explode stopping the Patch attack with his own. However, Cyprus had a take a few deep breaths. “You really are a troublesome foe. I am going to crush you.” Cyprus would form some chains of magic as he’d leap forward to start attacking. The chains tried to sail forward and link around the legs of Patch. If he was able to catch Patch’s legs then he was going to try to throw him right out oft he ring. That was how he was going to have the fight. With how much time there was left and Patch was not able to fly thanks to the rule of the tournament. If he was able to lurch him off his feet he was sure he could win the fight. Trying to win the tournament was his goal. So winning by this underhanded method would work just fine!
The Shinjin was able to muster enough power to counteract Patch's blast, but the Android could tell from his combat scans that his assault was starting to take a toll on Cyprus. That ddin't mean he could become complacent though. His own reserves were starting to run low.
The two opponents faced off against each other, both of them running low on tricks at this point. The crowd was eerily silent as they all watched with bated breath to see who would be walking away with the win in this round. Patch's oculars focused on Cyprus as the man started spitting out anger and threats. "You will find me annoyingly difficult to crush."
Verbal jabs were exchanged and Cyprus launched out some strange magical chains that quickly wrapped their way around Patch's legs. He felt his normally heavy form yanked out from underneath him as he was magically dragged to the arena's edge. The crowd gasped at the sudden display of power, and the rather underhanded nature of it.
But Cyprus likely wasn't prepared that Patch was packaged with some assembly required. With a servo hiss and a click and a kerchunk the Android disengaged the joints to his legs. The metal appendages still wrapped in the chains flew uselessly around the arena.
His form now just a torso with arms Patch ran on his hands swiftly towards Cyprus, hopefully catching the Shinjin off guard the Android would deliver a swift punch aimed right to his gut whilst the other hand kept him firmly planted on the arena floor.
Patchwork will attempt one last punch with a Power Boosted Scrapyard Combo (1KP, 30% | 60'000)
"And time!" declared the Namekian announcer as he rushed onto the stage, a loud gong also simultaneously ringing out from the other end of the arena. The battle had lingered on up through the time limit, and now it was time for the victor to be chosen through decision. "Please allow our judges to deliberate on the match for a few moments while they determine who the winner shall be."
A few moments passed, and, eventually, a slip of paper was delivered up to the announcer to be read to the crowd and contestants alike. He perused it for a moment, then nodded. "I see! Well, then! After much careful consideration, I would like to announce that the winner of this match shall be..."
The Namekian pointed up at the Shinjin. "Cyprus, the wanderer from far beyond space!" The crowd let out a cheer for Cyprus, and the Namekian clapped for him as well. "An excellent showing, sir! And you too as well, sir!" he added as he turned towards Patch. "Please clap for our friend Patch as well, who has performed admirably throughout the tournament!" The crowd cheered once more for Patch, who had gained some small cult status among the tournament viewers.
"That is all for this battle, but please do not go anywhere, as the next round shall commence shortly!"
Last Edit: May 29, 2023 13:41:09 GMT -5 by Staffbot