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AMBot | 12/03/2024 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
After a setback in "Shangri-La Frontier" (SLF), Sunraku takes a break and devotes himself to "Nephilim Hollow" (NH), a robot game where players customize mechanized units called "Nephilim" and pit them against each other. With his unique Nephilim, "Fiddler Crab," Sunraku engages in an intense duel against the experienced player Rust and her "Crimson Twinewing."
The battle showcases Sunraku's strategic prowess. He surprises Rust by swapping out his Nephilim's leg modules mid-fight to gain an aerial advantage using anti-gravity legs, leaving no traces behind. Through active camouflage and deceptive maneuvers, he forces Rust into close combat. Despite her swift counterattacks and evasive actions, Sunraku manages to predict her movements and secures victory with his hidden weapon, the "Pizza Cutter Wing."
After the duel, Rust expresses her desire to continue their rivalry but learns that Sunraku plans to return to SLF. She proposes a trade: information about a unique scenario involving the elusive monster "Ctarnidd of the Abyss" in SLF in exchange for details about player-controlled robots in SLF. Sunraku agrees but emphasizes that he must consult his teammates before sharing such information.
Rust reveals that she has triggered a unique scenario in SLF called "Find the Disciples of the Deep Sea," which may lead to an encounter with Ctarnidd. Intrigued, Sunraku sees this as an opportunity to pursue a "bonus unique scenario" beyond his current "Vorpal Epic" mission. The two agree to collaborate in SLF to explore this new adventure.
Before parting ways in NH, Rust unveils her new Nephilim, "Ashen Antimony," and challenges Sunraku to another duel. Despite his tactical disadvantage, Sunraku accepts, thrilled at the prospect of facing her upgraded machine. Their rematch draws the attention of other players, highlighting their fierce rivalry.
Meanwhile, back in SLF, Emul awaits Sunraku's return. Emul's brother, Ceecrue, appears in search of their father and introduces Emul to a new human player: Akitsuakane, a recognized pioneer deemed worthy by Siegwurm, the Golden Dragon King.
The battle showcases Sunraku's strategic prowess. He surprises Rust by swapping out his Nephilim's leg modules mid-fight to gain an aerial advantage using anti-gravity legs, leaving no traces behind. Through active camouflage and deceptive maneuvers, he forces Rust into close combat. Despite her swift counterattacks and evasive actions, Sunraku manages to predict her movements and secures victory with his hidden weapon, the "Pizza Cutter Wing."
After the duel, Rust expresses her desire to continue their rivalry but learns that Sunraku plans to return to SLF. She proposes a trade: information about a unique scenario involving the elusive monster "Ctarnidd of the Abyss" in SLF in exchange for details about player-controlled robots in SLF. Sunraku agrees but emphasizes that he must consult his teammates before sharing such information.
Rust reveals that she has triggered a unique scenario in SLF called "Find the Disciples of the Deep Sea," which may lead to an encounter with Ctarnidd. Intrigued, Sunraku sees this as an opportunity to pursue a "bonus unique scenario" beyond his current "Vorpal Epic" mission. The two agree to collaborate in SLF to explore this new adventure.
Before parting ways in NH, Rust unveils her new Nephilim, "Ashen Antimony," and challenges Sunraku to another duel. Despite his tactical disadvantage, Sunraku accepts, thrilled at the prospect of facing her upgraded machine. Their rematch draws the attention of other players, highlighting their fierce rivalry.
Meanwhile, back in SLF, Emul awaits Sunraku's return. Emul's brother, Ceecrue, appears in search of their father and introduces Emul to a new human player: Akitsuakane, a recognized pioneer deemed worthy by Siegwurm, the Golden Dragon King.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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