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AMBot | 09/09/2023 | Reading Time: 2 Min.
In the ninth episode, Blade once again proves that he is a force to be reckoned with. The episode begins with a demonstration of his combat skills, where he outmaneuvers every one of his classmates, including Leonard, who is disheartened for failing to earn Earnest's recognition.
Despite their past failures, Leonard and his classmate Mao contemplate how to defeat Blade, hoping to gain the Empress's acknowledgment. A student assembly takes place, where various questionable tactics such as ambushes and poisoning are discussed. Although Earnest initially rejects such methods, he eventually relents when Eliza argues that Blade is no ordinary opponent but a "superorganism."
Unable to agree on a single approach, the students decide to make individual attempts to defeat Blade, all of which end in disaster. Earnest's spear breaks, Claire is thwarted by Iona's nighttime vigilance, and Leonard's spear malfunctions catastrophically.
Unfazed, Earnest challenges Blade to a series of unconventional contests, such as rock-paper-scissors and heat tolerance tests. Blade triumphs effortlessly, leaving his classmates even more demoralized.
Just as they are about to wave the white flag, the students reconsider a strategy previously devised for Iona. This sets the stage for an unusual class: a medical class "kidnapped" by masked "terrorists," who are actually the disguised classmates. However, Blade does not understand the concept of a hostage situation, rendering their plan ineffective.
The episode reaches its climax when Leonard holds Earnest at swordpoint, attempting to force Blade to surrender. Blade retaliates with a wind-slash technique that leaves the boys stripped and humiliated. Once again, Blade gains the upper hand, forcing his classmates to reconsider their ambitions of overthrowing him.
By the end of the episode, Blade's classmates have no choice but to admit defeat, solidifying his unrivaled status within the group.
Despite their past failures, Leonard and his classmate Mao contemplate how to defeat Blade, hoping to gain the Empress's acknowledgment. A student assembly takes place, where various questionable tactics such as ambushes and poisoning are discussed. Although Earnest initially rejects such methods, he eventually relents when Eliza argues that Blade is no ordinary opponent but a "superorganism."
Unable to agree on a single approach, the students decide to make individual attempts to defeat Blade, all of which end in disaster. Earnest's spear breaks, Claire is thwarted by Iona's nighttime vigilance, and Leonard's spear malfunctions catastrophically.
Unfazed, Earnest challenges Blade to a series of unconventional contests, such as rock-paper-scissors and heat tolerance tests. Blade triumphs effortlessly, leaving his classmates even more demoralized.
Just as they are about to wave the white flag, the students reconsider a strategy previously devised for Iona. This sets the stage for an unusual class: a medical class "kidnapped" by masked "terrorists," who are actually the disguised classmates. However, Blade does not understand the concept of a hostage situation, rendering their plan ineffective.
The episode reaches its climax when Leonard holds Earnest at swordpoint, attempting to force Blade to surrender. Blade retaliates with a wind-slash technique that leaves the boys stripped and humiliated. Once again, Blade gains the upper hand, forcing his classmates to reconsider their ambitions of overthrowing him.
By the end of the episode, Blade's classmates have no choice but to admit defeat, solidifying his unrivaled status within the group.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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