I Acquired The Insect Evolution System

‎The Beast Dominion Academy*Colosseum of Beasts** was a sight to behold. Massive stone walls encircled the arena, carved with intricate depictions of mythical creatures and epic battles. The crowd filled the stands, their cheers reverberating through the air like a living roar. Flags of various colors representing the academy's divisions fluttered in the wind, and the arena floor gleamed under the midday sun, freshly raked and ready for combat.

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‎Kai stood in the waiting area with Tiny, Stinger, and Glow by his side. His heart thumped in his chest, not from fear but from the sheer thrill of competition. Around him, other tamers adjusted their gear or whispered strategies to their beasts. Some cast wary glances in his direction, their expressions a mixture of disbelief and caution as they took in his towering Fortress Ant and zipping Blitz Hornet.

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‎"**Attention, all competitors!**" boomed a voice from the enchanted speakers positioned around the arena. It was **Dean Alaric**, the head of the academy, his deep voice commanding immediate attention. "The Beast Taming Exhibition is about to begin! Prepare yourselves for a day of competition, strategy, and spectacle! Only the strongest and most cunning will triumph. May your bonds with your beasts guide you to victory!"

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‎The roar of the crowd grew deafening, and Kai smirked as he glanced at Tiny and Stinger. "Alright, guys. Time to show them what we're made of.

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‎The exhibition was divided into multiple rounds, each with a unique challenge. The first round was a **one-on-one battle**, where tamers would face off against each other in the arena. The second round would be a **team battle**, with multiple tamers fighting in an all-out brawl. And the final round—the one everyone in the crowd was waiting for—was the **Boss Challenge**, where only the strongest would face a colossal, academy-bred beast.

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‎Kai's name was called early in the first round, and he strode confidently into the arena. The crowd's chatter grew louder as they spotted him, murmurs rippling through the stands.

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‎"Is that the bug guy?" 

‎"Yeah, but look at that ant—what the hell even is that thing?" 

‎"No way he's making it past the first round."

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‎Kai ignored the chatter, focusing instead on his opponent, who was already waiting on the opposite side of the field. It was none other than **Rogan Flintlock**, a towering senior student known for his brute strength and his beast, a hulking **Ironhide Boar**.

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‎Rogan cracked his knuckles, his smirk oozing confidence. "They really paired me with the bug boy? This'll be over in a minute. Hope you like dirt, kid."

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‎Kai chuckled, his voice calm. "Guess we'll see who's eating dirt."

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‎The referee raised a red flag high into the air, signaling the start of the battle. "Tamers, ready! Begin!"

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‎Rogan wasted no time. "Charge, Ironhide! Trample that ant!" he bellowed.

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‎The Ironhide Boar let out a guttural roar, its massive hooves tearing into the ground as it barreled forward like a freight train. Its steel-like hide glinted in the sunlight, and the sheer force of its charge sent tremors through the arena floor.

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‎"Tiny, hold your ground! **Iron Bulwark!**" Kai commanded.

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‎Tiny immediately dug its massive legs into the dirt, its exoskeleton shimmering as the defensive skill activated. The Ironhide Boar slammed into Tiny with a thunderous impact, the collision sending a shockwave through the arena. The crowd gasped as dust and debris flew into the air.

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‎When the dust cleared, Tiny was still standing, its reinforced armor holding firm against the Boar's assault. The Ironhide Boar, on the other hand, stumbled back slightly, its momentum disrupted.

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‎Kai seized the opportunity. "Stinger, go for the joints! **Blitz Dive!**"

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‎Stinger shot into the air like a golden streak, its wings slicing through the wind with a high-pitched buzz. It darted toward the Boar's exposed hind leg, its stinger glowing as it spiraled into a high-speed dive. The impact was precise, striking the soft tissue behind the Boar's knee. The creature roared in pain, its leg buckling slightly.

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‎"Don't let up! Tiny, **Acid Spit**!" Kai shouted.

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‎Tiny reared back, its mandibles opening as a stream of corrosive green acid sprayed toward the Boar's flank. The acid sizzled on contact, eating away at the beast's armor-like hide and eliciting another pained roar.

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‎Rogan growled, his confidence faltering. "Ironhide, shake it off! **Steel Charge!**"

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‎The Boar's body shimmered with metallic energy as it charged again, this time with renewed ferocity. Tiny braced itself, but the Boar's enhanced attack sent the Fortress Ant skidding back several feet, its metallic legs digging deep trenches into the ground.

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‎Kai clenched his fists. "Tiny, counter with **Mandible Strike**! Stinger, aim for the eyes!"

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‎Tiny lunged forward, its massive mandibles snapping shut on the Boar's shoulder with a sickening crunch. At the same time, Stinger darted toward the Boar's face, its venom-laced stinger striking the beast's left eye. The Boar howled in rage, thrashing wildly as it tried to shake them off.

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‎Rogan's expression darkened. "Ironhide, **Groundquake!**"

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‎The Boar reared up on its hind legs before slamming its hooves into the ground, sending a shockwave rippling through the arena. The force knocked Tiny back and sent Stinger spiraling through the air, its wings struggling to regain balance.

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‎Kai gritted his teeth. "Glow, now! **Radiant Flare!**"

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‎Glow fluttered higher into the air, its golden wings pulsing with brilliant light. The sudden burst of radiance blinded the Boar and Rogan, causing them to stagger in confusion.

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‎"Tiny, finish it! **Mandible Strike**, full force!" Kai shouted.

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‎Tiny charged forward, its mandibles gleaming as it clamped down on the Boar's exposed neck. The beast let out a final, pitiful roar before collapsing to the ground, its massive body kicking up a cloud of dust.

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‎The referee's whistle pierced the air. "Winner: Kai Anther!"

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‎The crowd erupted into cheers and gasps, their disbelief turning into awe. Kai stood tall, his chest heaving as he glanced at Tiny and Stinger, both of whom were still standing strong despite the grueling fight.

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‎Rogan scowled as he recalled his defeated Boar, shooting Kai a glare before storming off the field. Kai smirked, raising a hand to the crowd before leading his team back to the waiting area.

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‎Back in the waiting area, Kai leaned against the wall, catching his breath as Tiny and Stinger rested nearby. Glow perched on his shoulder, its light dim but steady. Around him, the other competitors whispered and glanced in his direction, their skepticism replaced with newfound respect.

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‎The system chimed softly in his mind.

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‎**[Battle Complete: Kai vs. Rogan]** 

‎**[Rewards Acquired:]** 

‎- **300 Beast Taming Points (BTP)** 

‎- **Item Acquired: Ironhide Fragment** (Used for crafting defensive equipment) 

‎- **EXP Gained: 400** 

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‎Kai opened the interface, smiling as he reviewed the rewards. His level was inching closer to the next milestone, and his team had proven themselves in their first exhibition match.

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‎But this was only the beginning. The next round was a team battle, and the stakes were about to get even higher.

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‎Kai glanced at Tiny and Stinger, his smile fading into a determined expression. "Rest up, guys. The next fight's going to be even tougher." 

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‎Tiny clicked its mandibles softly, and Stinger buzzed in response. Glow shimmered faintly, its light casting dancing shadows on the arena walls. 

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‎The Beast Taming Exhibition had only just begun, and Kai was eager to see what comes next

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