Chapter 277: Two Boss Monsters
As Noah stepped onto the tenth floor, he was immediately struck by the stark beauty of the landscape. The ground was a pristine white, resembling a vast expanse of untouched snow. The air was crisp and cold, but the beauty was deceiving. He could feel the weight of the atmosphere shifting around him, a palpable tension that hinted at the danger lurking just beyond the surface.
Noah took a moment to gather himself, his heart racing with anticipation. He had fought through countless challenges to reach this point, and he knew that this would be the ultimate test of his skills. As he scanned the area, he was suddenly jolted by a guttural roar that echoed through the icy expanse.
From the shadows emerged two Bloody Orcs, their crimson skin contrasting sharply against the white backdrop. They were massive, their muscular builds imposing and menacing, and their eyes glinted with primal fury as they charged at him simultaneously, weapons raised and ready to strike.
Noah felt a rush of adrenaline course through him, a thrill igniting within as he grinned at the challenge. "Well, well, looks like I have my hands full," he muttered, his fingers tightening around the hilt of his sword. But in an instant, he decided to change tactics. With a flick of his wrist, he transformed his sword, Nemesis, into a sleek, magical gun, the sleek metallic frame shimmering in the cold light.
"Let's see how well you handle this!" he shouted, leveling the gun at the approaching orcs. He activated his Wind abilities, enhancing his shots as he began to fire. The bullets whizzed through the air, each one imbued with the power of the elements as they struck the first orc.
The first Bloody Orc stumbled, the impact of the bullet pushing it back, but it quickly regained its footing and continued its charge. The second orc was right behind it, and Noah felt a surge of urgency. He fired again, sending another round toward the second orc, the bullets finding their mark.
But the orcs were relentless. With a furious roar, they closed the distance between them, their weapons swinging with deadly intent. Noah dodged to the side, narrowly avoiding the massive cleaver of the first orc. He felt the rush of air as the weapon sliced through the space where he had just been.
"Time for some crowd control!" he shouted, activating his Space abilities. He teleported behind the first orc, catching it off guard as he fired another round into its back. The creature let out a furious roar, turning to face him just as Noah sidestepped out of the way.
The second orc swung its weapon, aiming for Noah's head. He ducked low, rolling beneath the attack and coming up on his feet.
"Not today!" he declared, firing a shot that struck true, the bullet hitting the orc in the shoulder. The creature staggered, but it was still on its feet, undeterred.
Noah felt the adrenaline surging through him, pushing him to fight harder. He activated his Wind abilities again, creating a gust that pushed the two orcs back momentarily. They stumbled, their charges disrupted, and he seized the opportunity to unleash a flurry of shots, each one enhanced by the wind.
"Gale Force!" he shouted, sending a concentrated burst of wind into the horde of bullets. The combination created a whirlwind of destruction, and the orcs were caught in the chaos, their growls turning to cries of frustration.
But the Bloody Orcs were no ordinary foes; they quickly regained their footing, their eyes filled with fury as they charged once more. Noah felt the pressure mounting as he prepared for their onslaught. He could see the determination in their eyes, the primal instinct to hunt and destroy.
"Let's finish this!" Noah shouted, focusing his energy into one powerful shot. He aimed at the first orc, channeling every ounce of his strength into the bullet.
"Tempest Shot!"
The bullet shot forth, glowing with elemental energy as it pierced through the air. The impact was explosive, sending the first orc crashing to the ground in a cacophony of noise. But the second orc was still charging, its weapon raised high as it aimed for Noah's head.
With a quick reflex, Noah sidestepped, narrowly avoiding the deadly attack. He could feel the rush of air from the weapon as it swung past him. Without hesitation, he fired again, this time aiming for the second orc's legs. The bullet struck true, causing the creature to stumble and fall.
Noah felt a surge of confidence as he pressed the attack. He moved with agility, teleporting around the battlefield to keep the orcs off balance. He fired shot after shot, each one finding its mark as he danced around their powerful swings.
Despite the intensity of the fight, Noah felt exhilarated. The adrenaline coursed through him, heightening his senses as he pushed himself to the limit. He was in his element, and every movement felt instinctual, as if he were part of the dance of battle.
But the Bloody Orcs were not finished yet. They roared in anger, their fury only growing as they charged at him once more. Noah knew he had to end this quickly. He activated his ultimate ability, summoning a swirling vortex of energy around him.
"Tempest Fury!" he shouted, unleashing the storm as the winds howled around him. The vortex surged forward, engulfing the orcs in a torrent of power. The ground shook as the energy exploded outward, sending the orcs tumbling through the air.
With the battlefield in chaos, Noah took his chance. He teleported to the center of the storm, leveling his gun at the first orc. "This ends now!"
With one final shot, he fired the Tempest Shot, the bullet imbued with the full force of his energy. The orb of light shot through the storm, piercing the orc's chest and erupting in a brilliant explosion of light. The creature let out a final, agonized roar before collapsing into the snow, defeated.
The second Bloody Orc, now alone and enraged, charged at Noah with a furious roar, wielding its weapon with reckless abandon. Noah felt the intensity of the moment, the thrill of battle coursing through him as he prepared for the final confrontation.
"Bring it on!" he shouted, channeling his energy once more. He fired round after round, each shot enhanced by the wind, forcing the orc to dodge and weave as it tried to close the distance. The creature was relentless, but Noah was determined.
As the orc swung its weapon, Noah ducked low, rolling beneath the attack and coming up right in front of the beast. "Tempest Slash!" he yelled, unleashing a powerful strike with his gun transformed back into its sword form, the blade glowing with energy as he struck at the orc.
The attack was precise, and the impact sent shockwaves through the air. With a final flourish, Noah delivered the finishing blow, severing the orc's defenses as the creature fell to the ground, defeated.
Breathing heavily, Noah stood amidst the remnants of the battle, the pristine white floor now marred by the chaos he had unleashed. The air was thick with the scent of sweat and adrenaline, and he could feel the exhilaration of victory coursing through him.
[You have defeated Bloody Orcs – Bosses Cleared]
[Experience Gained]
[Soul Ascension Activated – Strength +6, Agility +5]
As the triumphant message flashed before him, Noah wiped the sweat from his brow, a grin spreading across his face.