At the same time, the energy barrier also appeared around his body, which is the defense skill carried by the breastplate!
The Sky Shattering Arrow was the fastest, plain and unremarkable, but it pierced right through the energy barrier in front of Shi Zhuan.
"Clang!"
"Thud!"
A loud noise resounded as the eggshell-shaped round shield on his arm instantly shattered, but it also deflected the attack of the Sky Shattering Arrow.
Shi Zhuan was pushed back two steps by the powerful force, and the Sky Shattering Arrow stuck into the ground beside his feet, its tail vibrating.
Shi Zhuan had no time to be shocked, as the attacks of Shi Ji and Zhao Gongming followed in quick succession!
Even though he was quite confident in his own defenses, the strength of the two Sky Shattering Arrow attacks had just exceeded the upper limit he had estimated.
If Nezha's attacks were so powerful, the attacks of Zhao Gongming and that black-clad young girl certainly wouldn't be weak either.
Black energy beams and black Thunder Spears appeared in Shi Zhuan's eyes.
The black energy hidden under the intense light struck the energy barrier, creating cracks upon it.
Then the black Thunder Spear barely touched it, and the energy barrier radiating from the breastplate shattered into pieces.
Shi Zhuan also hurriedly activated the skill of his heavy armor.
As a silver-white metallic glow covered him, the black spear struck Shi Zhuan's body.
"Bang!"
"Bang!"
He took two steps back again, his feet landing heavily on the ground, as he forcibly withstood this attack!
As the intense light from the lightning dissipated, Shi Zhuan's figure reappeared in front of Jiang Yuan and the others.
"Did he block it?"
Jiang Yuan's face darkened—how terrifying must the defensive power be for it to withstand such a level of attack?
"It looks like Jiang Yuan is having a tough time this round."
As Guan Chutian saw Shi Zhuan unscathed after blocking the fierce attack, she couldn't help but relax a bit and chuckled.
"After all, being a Great Liang beginner-level combatant and making it to the top eight is already quite impressive," Miao Xinghuo also nodded slightly and spoke.
"What a pity. Your Academy's Pale Floating Tomb truly counters Jiang Yuan. If it were any other of the four Five-Colored Floating Armor, they probably wouldn't have emerged unharmed under such an attack, right?"
Yu Chengtian also shook his head helplessly, saying that he was quite optimistic about Jiang Yuan.
After all, in his opinion, the first place in the second battlefield of the Joint Examination was definitely going to be Huang Huanqing from his Academy.
With no other threatening candidates against Huang Huanqing, he still favored talents like Jiang Yuan, who rose to challenges beyond their level and could defeat competitors from other academies.
"Now, it all depends on whether he can discover the characteristics of the Pale Floating Tomb. If he can, with so many people on his side, they might have a sliver of a chance of victory."
As Yu Chengtian spoke, he turned to look at Jin Lingyu: "Doesn't your Academy have information on the Five-Colored Floating Armor?"
"Of course."
Jin Lingyu's eyes behind his golden-framed glasses also showed a hint of helplessness.
"We do have it, but Jiang Yuan is a Card Maker, and he's that type—erm, how to put it—likes to immerse himself in his own world of card making," Jin Lingyu had a hard time finding the right words to describe Jiang Yuan.
After all, in his understanding, other than necessary courses, Jiang Yuan spent the rest of his time card making and cultivating at home, seldom going out.
In the past year or so, he only visited the Undead Clan battlefield and the All Clans battlefield.
"I see."
With that explanation from Jin Lingyu, the other three vice-principals immediately understood.
"It's normal for a genius Card Maker to be a bit quirky."
Guan Chutian smiled happily, as she was quite pleased with the prospect of defeating someone like Jiang Yuan.
Although from the start of the battle—she, or rather, they had noticed Jiang Yuan's unfamiliarity with the Pale Floating Tomb.
Now that Jin Lingyu had confirmed this, Guan Chutian finally felt completely at ease.
If Jiang Yuan were on the same level, perhaps he could have defeated Shi Zhuan without knowing the characteristics of the Pale Floating Tomb.
But now, Jiang Yuan is at the early stage of Great Liang, whereas Shi Zhuan is at the late stage!
It could only be said...
"We've got this."
Guan Chutian spoke with a light laugh, and Jin Lingyu also shook his head helplessly.
"This has been a reminder for us. After the Joint Examination ends, we must have Li Yueying enhance this aspect of education."
"Yes, not to mention anything else, but at the very least, they should understand the distinctive cards of each Academy and each clan."
Yu Chengtian also spoke with a smile, rubbing his bald head: "Just like this battle, if Jiang Yuan knew the characteristics of the Pale Floating Tomb, the situation would be different."
Jin Lingyu nodded without saying more and continued to watch the battle between the two on stage.
Remote attacks were continuously unleashed, and Shi Zhuan was becoming somewhat overwhelmed in defense.
"What kind of freak are these three Card Spirits, attacking with such high intensity?"
After blocking another attack from Zhao Gongming, Shi Zhuan cursed inwardly.
The recent attack had almost completely exhausted all his Defense Skills.
If the battle went on, he would have no choice but to rely on the Heavy Armor on his body to take the hits!
But could he really withstand it?
A flicker of doubt passed through Shi Zhuan's eyes, which was then immediately replaced by a resolute determination!
"Seize the opportunity for a lethal strike!"
The Pale Floating Tomb's speed was indeed a significant weakness.
However, this shortcoming could be compensated for with Skills!
Like the foot Skill included in the Pale Floating Tomb suit.
Star Stepping!
Swiftly advance three steps forward, within the same Realm and Quality, during which you cannot be repelled or obstructed, each step building momentum, each subsequent strike stronger than the last!
Star Stepping's three steps were quick. Given the chance, with the characteristics of his Pale Floating Tomb Heavy Armor, taking out an opponent in a direct confrontation was not impossible!
After once again blocking the thunderous attack from Zhao Gongming, and in the instant his strongest Energy Barrier shredded by Flames, a white glow flickered briefly at the bottom of his White Heavy Armor.
Shi Zhuan then took a big stride forward!
One step!
Three meters!
He was now about three meters away from Zhao Gongming!
However, Shi Zhuan's target was not Zhao Gongming, but Jiang Yuan behind him!
The space within the Martial Arts Arena was neither too large nor too small, and at this moment, both parties were in the middle of it.
And Jiang Yuan was just over four meters away from Zhao Gongming!
He had already judged this distance!
Including the Mo Blade in his hand!
Jiang Yuan was also within his attack range!
Dealing with a Summoning Card Master who was somewhat similar to a Beast Taming Card Master, defeating him meant that all the Guardian Beasts and Card Spirits would vanish!
Shi Zhuan's extreme speed surprised Nezha and his companions. Nezha, relying on his combat instincts, immediately hurled his Fire-tipped Spear!
Zhao Gongming also commanded the Black Tiger to block Shi Zhuan's path!
Shi Ji also launched an attack!
Amidst the fierce wind and torrential rain brought by Call the Wind and Summon the Rain, Shi Zhuan charged through their attacks as if they were nothing!
Rain fell onto the White Heavy Armor, splashing off!
Shi Zhuan's back muscles tensed, using the Back Armor to forcibly block the attack from Nezha's Fire-tipped Spear.
The Fire-tipped Spear spun as it was sent flying away, but the white light on Shi Zhuan's Back Armor also dimmed.
Two steps!
"Bang!"
His foot stomped down hard, completely ignoring Shi Ji's Energy attack. The white Heavy Armor's shoulder bore down heavily, colliding with the Black Tiger and sending it flying while extending his arm to block Zhao Gongming's attack.
"Bang!"
The Arm Armor shattered, and white fragments of the Heavy Armor scattered!
Nevertheless, Shi Zhuan did not stop his stride nor unleash the built-up momentum of his two steps onto Zhao Gongming.
His eyes, slightly obscured by the rain, were still firmly fixed on Jiang Yuan, who sat beneath a rotating golden tower and a black and white cushion.
Under Zhao Gongming's shocked and angry gaze, Shi Zhuan continued to advance!
Shi Ji clenched his teeth; the Purple Quality Card in his hand shimmered, and a white bone wall appeared in front of Shi Zhuan, attempting to halt his steps!
"Bang!"
The third step landed, and Shi Zhuan directly broke through the white bone wall, his foot heavily planting on the ground.
At this moment, he was only about a meter away from Jiang Yuan!
A flash of light glided over the White Floating Tomb Heavy Armor, his Mo Blade swung up, and aimed for Jiang Yuan's neck!
Switch!
Attack mode!