Chapter 8: I'm Going to Domino City Early
Qiang couldn't stand hearing such words. He immediately retorted: "Are you telling me what to do?"
He couldn't summon Dark Magician Girl, so he immediately switched to another high-level monster.
"Come forth, Ushi Oni!"
Whoosh~
A "chamber pot" emerged, smoke billowing from it, gradually forming a giant, spectral minotaur figure!
Shock!
A Minotaur appears!
[Ushi Oni, 2150 ATK, Fiend-Type]
"Go, Ushi Oni, Battle Phase." Qiang issued the command.
He had intended to show off Dark Magician Girl to impress his opponent, but ended up becoming the clown himself.
As a high-ranking member of the Rare Hunter, Qiang had to save face.
The Twin Elfs were no match and were destroyed. The Minotaur was simply too powerful.
[Yousei: 1900 LP → 1650 LP]
"Hmph, I end my turn like this." Qiang crossed his arms, believing a 2150 ATK monster was enough to crush everything.
This wasn't power boosted by an "Equip Spell Card" that could be destroyed by something like "Mystical Space Typhoon".
Yousei's eyes were firm. He hated the feeling of losing and absolutely could not lose to a guy like this.
Within this poor deck, there existed a card that could turn the tide.
"Abian, lend me your strength."
At this moment, Yu Miao didn't notice his status panel, where his Level 2 Duel Spirit was burning.
Draw!!
It was a mysterious feeling.
From the moment he drew this card, Yu Miao felt that this card was "Snatch Steal"; there was no need to confirm it.
Could this be the "Top Decking" that only exists in the anime?
"Activate Equip Spell Card, Snatch Steal." Without even looking, Yu Miao inserted the Equip Spell into his Duel Disk.
Ding~
The Snatch Steal card emitted a light.
Then, the projection system started working.
A sneaky white-haired man appeared, his appearance eerily similar to Abian.
This "Monster", with a bizarre gait, charged towards Qiang's field. Under the latter's incredulous gaze,
"Monster" picked up Ushi Oni, turned around, and ran off!!
Just like that, control of Ushi Oni transferred to Yu Miao's field. He sighed: "Even the Minotaur is no match for Snatch Steal."
"I Normal Summon, Celtic Guardian."
Ding~
[Celtic Guardian, 1400 ATK, Warrior-Type]
This was the most basic cannon fodder swordsman, without any effect, given from that terrible starter deck.
1400 ATK was decent in the early game, so Yu Miao had included it in his deck.
"Direct attack!" Without hesitation, Yu Miao entered the Battle Phase.
1400 + 2150 = 3550 battle damage.
Boom!
Qiang fell to the ground on the spot, his Life Points reduced to zero.
Winner: Yu Miao!
[Duel Victory. Obtained Character EXP * 1000.]
[Congratulations on reaching Level 5. Please collect your rewards.]
[Talent "Spirit Heart" triggered. Gemini Elf proficiency increased...]
"..."
Yu Miao didn't have time to check the rewards immediately. He walked up to Qiang and said, "I won. You should keep your promise."
Qiang wiped the sweat from his face with his hand. He accepted his fate; joining was joining.
Having a powerful duelist join wouldn't be a bad thing for the Rare hunters organization.
But this matter wasn't his call.
"Rare hunters is a large Rare Card Hunter organization, a place where Lord Marik has the final say."
Qiang took out a specially made communicator and began contacting headquarters; he needed to request instructions from Lord Marik.
Under normal circumstances, Lord Marik didn't involve himself with lower-level affairs, but if someone wanted to join, he had to be notified.
Moreover, Qiang always felt this Yu Miao... was very strange.
The call connected quickly.
However, the person on the other end wasn't the Boss, but the "Underworld" bald man, Odion.
Everyone in the Rare hunters knew one thing: Odion was Marik's confidant and spokesperson.
Qiang quickly summarized the situation regarding Yu Miao.
"..."
On a small island far away from Domino City.
At this moment.
The sky was overcast.
A gust of wind blew through the window, lifting the curtain and revealing a figure shrouded in darkness...
This person was clad in the standard Ghouls uniform, holding a golden Rod in his right hand, the top of which displayed a prominent golden eye.
He, the Sun Boy, leader of the Rare hunters , Marik Ishtar!
Suddenly, a light cough sounded.
"So, is there something suspicious about this matter?"
Beside Marik stood another man also wearing the Rare hunters uniform.
He was one of the "Underworld Duo" from Yu-Gi-Oh! DM, the bald man Odion.
"No, before my power, any conspiracy has nowhere to hide."
"I don't care what purpose this Yu Miao harbors..."
Marik revealed a confident smile. He commanded the vast Rare hunters organization not through charisma or superb management skills.
But through fear!!
On the contrary, his brain wasn't just for show. Whenever "ambitious individuals" within the lower ranks of the Rare hunters organization started getting restless,
Marik would always question his super brain: "Marik, quickly use your wisdom to think of a solution."
At this time, his brain would answer him: "Marik, quickly use the Millennium Rod and The Winged Dragon of Ra in your hands!"
That's the stuff~
Marik immediately felt secure and in control.
The Millennium Rod could read minds and initiate Shadow Games. The Winged Dragon of Ra, this Divine Beast card, could incinerate souls.
Using these methods, he had the "Rare hunters" organization firmly under his control.
Therefore, Marik simply didn't care about the situation at the lower levels of the Rare hunters.
As long as he was there, the Rare hunters existed!
"He looks exactly like the Nameless Pharaoh. I'm really curious." Marik showed an interested expression and continued: "I have a bold idea..."
"Odion, change of plans. I'm going to Domino City early."
Compared to the original timeline, Marik would arrive in Domino City much, much earlier.
Yousei officially joined the Ghouls organization.
Simultaneously, the initial quest completion began.
He was curious to see what the rewards were.
[Initial Quest: A Different Path (Completed)]
[Distributing rewards...]
[Obtained "Random Skill" * 1]
[Obtained "Card Dust" * 100]
[Obtained "Super-Rainbow Card Pack (Spellcaster Type)" * 1]
[Obtained "Gems" * 4000]
The gleaming rewards made Yu Miao lick his lips.
Excellent.
Suppressing the urge to check the rewards immediately.
He walked over to Qiang, who was lying flat on the ground, and said: "According to the Duel City rules, I will take your rare cards!"
"Monster Reborn"!
These are all staple cards.
Let's be frank, Yu Miao needed these cards.
"N-no, that's not right, Duel City hasn't started yet, this isn't according to the rules." Qiang had an expression like he'd seen a ghost.
Yu Miao shook his head, explaining: "I am now a qualified member of the Rare hunters. If you were in my position, would you think I'm doing something wrong?"
Qiang shook his head, trying to put himself in Yu Miao's shoes.
Faced with such blatant temptation, he definitely wouldn't let it pass!
"Correct, our duty as Rare hunters is to seize others' cards."
"But the standard of service is different nowadays. We Rare hunters should strive for excellence."
"Stealing one rare card what's the big deal?"
"We should go a step further, and achieve even greater glory!"
(End of Chapter)
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