Cerberus Cup First Round: Whatever vs. Selena

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Cerberus Cup
First Round

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The crowd roared with anticipation as the elder satyr approached the middle of the arena.

Alright, this here's the Cerberus Cup!"

[/b] The crowd roared in anticipation as soon as the tournament name escaped his mouth. "Rules are simple: Two losses and your out, each round is decided at random by the fates themselves, and the last man standing is the Cerberus Cup Champion and will be deemed a true Hero by the gods!"[/b]

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This round ends on March 1st, and there is a 72 hour (3 day) post time limit.

Posting Order[/b] - Whatever, Selena[/blockquote]

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The dark keybearer sat in the lounge as she awaited her round. Her head hung low and her bangs covered her eyes despite most of her hair being tied back in a single loose braid for the first time. Her defeat during the previous tournament had been humiliating. Selena had used up nearly all of her power attempting to defeat the red-headed girl with the bloody chakrams, and almost killed herself in the process. In what was supposed to be a light-hearted match, her round had immediately transformed into a battle to the death and she had lost even after using her own forbidden limit break. The Nightmare still didn’t know how she survived the previous tournament and could only assume that her opponent let her live out of a sudden whim for mercy otherwise she simply did not know. Selena knew that the two of them had silently agreed that they’d fight until one or even both of them fell. In other words, the universe was supposed to be short one dark keybearer; and yet, she was sitting here at the Coliseum lounge contemplating her next course of action.

It had been Phil who had convinced her to continue fighting in the tournaments after initially recovering from the after effects of the match. The match may have been humiliating but it had been just a match. “Besides Artie, didn’t ya want to defeat our Champ?” She faintly smirked. Yes, Selena still did want to defeat the Crimson Champion of the Coliseum and had been training, pushing herself to reach what would have been beyond her limits. The Nightmare did grow stronger and learned a lot from back then. She also told herself not to use her forbidden limit in the tournament unless the situation was dire and called for it. Selena Wolfsong was determined to defeat Genesis Rhapsodos without it.

“Hey, Artie! You’re up!” The satyr called out to her as she looked up before standing up from her seat. “Got it. This won’t take too long.” answered the dark keybearer as she walked out of the corridor leading to the arena and blinked several times to readjust to the bright lighting. As Selena casually walked to the center, she heard the crowds roar and cheer for her. It had seemed that the lonely female warrior had gotten a fan-base in this world. However, she was surprised to see the somewhat familiar face, Whatever. “Huh. Long time no see... ‘Whatever’ was it?” While the darkness began to swirl around her body, she smirked and raises her hand to summon the Heartsickness keyblade to her hand. “You too. You’ll need it.”

The Nightmare transformed to Pheynix, the form of the fallen demonic general, and the braid had loosened enough for the hair tie to become lost. She still remembered her fight with Whatever from the Confused Memories tournament and still remembered the bullets that grazed her legs from when she took on the form of Eblis. This armored form would grant her more defense; but it would sacrifice a significant amount of her speed due to its weight. However since Whatever had summoned a chain, she didn’t believe that it would be much of a problem. “That’s not going to help you here.”

Then ‘Artemis’ charged at him and attempts to aim a three-strike slash combination at his torso and his thighs before leaping several yards out of the way just in case Whatever should make a counter. It has been a while since the two of them had even encountered each other so the man may have learned a few tricks since then. But, the dark keybearer did wonder if Whatever still remembered her keyblade’s passive ability to poison should he get hit. She then summons Umbra Wolf’s Fang to the arena and the wolf of darkness howled into the air before turning its head toward the Heartless man and snarled. The corners of her lips twitched into an evil smirk. “Go fetch.” ordered the dark keybearer as the wolf then charges. It leaps at Whatever as it let its animal instincts kick in as it attempts to take a chomp at his throat.

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Actions Used:

Action 1: Three-Strike Slash Combination aimed at torso and thighs

Action 2: Umbra Wolf’s Fang leaps and attempts to take a bite out of Whatever’s throat

Action 3: N/A

Abilities Used:

Keyblade Ability: What is special about this keyblade is that it turns the Heart's Blood into a poison that attacks the Heart. It's most effective on Heartless, ironically, but it has no effect on Nobodies. Selena is usually never uses this keyblade to attack people though Black Angel might. The poison will only deplete health until it’s low. No worries. [Cool Down: None.] [Duration: 3 Posts or until healed with a curative spell.]

Umbra Wolf's Fang[/color]: A wolf of darkness comes out of her keyblade and attacks the opponent. It may team up with Selena during the two post duration. It is large enough to be ridden by Selena and/or any of her allies. Can be summoned together with Wolf's Fang. [HP Count: 8][Duration: 2 Posts] [Ride-able!]

Pheynix[/color]: Appearance

With her own darkness, Selena can take the form of a fallen demon general of the nine circles of Hell. Pheynix has a stronger power and defense than Eblis but her agility and speed considerably decreases as a result. [Since her wings hasn't been drawn in the picture since I either got lazy or forgot to draw her wings in, assume that they're her normal wings.] [Duration: 5 Posts] [Forced Stay In: 2]

[[OOC: Good luck Yazoo! =D]

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Her current battle strategy had been based on what the Nightmare solely remembered from her previous and very first encounter with the Heartless man in the Coliseum. Because ‘Artemis’ had used Eblis during that tournament round, that particular demon form left her without any defense as a costly disadvantage despite the high amount of speed it had given her as an advantage. She definitely remembered that Whatever dual-wielded twin guns and hopefully the armor was enough to prevent a bullet hitting her. It had been a bullet that killed her mother and a bullet that had had nearly cost her the next match during one of the previous tournaments after it grazed her leg. This was why she chose Pheynix over Eblis. ‘Artemis’ knew that she needed a better defense in case such a scenario should repeat.

After the dark keybearer charged, her mind barely noted the darkness swirling around the spiked chain that he wielded. It hadn’t been until her Heartsickness keyblade struck a solid metal object that she realized that he had shifted his weapon to that of a mighty two-handed great sword blocking her combination. Her amber eyes widened in surprise as the sparks flew as the greats word and keyblade collided. The great sword’s appearance had caught her off guard. I certainly don’t remember that! pondered ‘Artemis’ as she only recalled the twin guns he had used during their last encounter, Had to be recent otherwise he would have used it the last time we fought…Oh well, just adjust and adapt.[/i]

Besides, Whatever may have a new large sword but his arms doesn’t seem to support the strength needed to wield it. noted ‘Artemis’ as she noted that his arms were shaking possibly from just wielding it and smirked as he raised his arm to block Umbra Wolf’s Fang[/color] from biting his throat. “Heh.” The dark keybearer raised her keyblade as she considered how to pursue it. She could end it right then and there with Void Exinction with just the cost of her wolf. …However, would such an act be considered as betrayal?[/i] wondered the Nightmare as she watched her wolf of darkness dangle from Whatever’s arm as it tried to hold on and gnaw on it. It was true that either its defeat or dismissal that she could summon another after some time, but what about the bond between summon and summoner? It did save her from a certain red-headed girl’s whirlwind attack after all; and Selena knew that she saw their emotion in their eyes and heard it in their howls and body language.

Of course not. I’m not that Heartless and not to mention, that would end the match too fast.[/i] mused ‘Artemis’ as she charged again then feinted toward the left then twisting her body as she moved so that she could aim a diagonal strike at his back. However with the weight of her armor slowing her down, perhaps her intended course of action could be easily read. If her strike should land, Whatever should remember her keyblade’s ability to poison very well. After that, the wolf let goes of Whatever’s arm and attempted to head-butt him in the abdomen after its master moves out of the way after the initial strike.

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Actions Used:
1] Umbra is chewing/gnawing on Whatever’s arm in an attempt to hold on.

2] Charge, feinted left to aim a diagonal strike at his back

3] Umbra lets go then tries to head-butt Whatever in the gut/abdomen.

Abilities Used:

Keyblade Ability: What is special about this keyblade is that it turns the Heart's Blood into a poison that attacks the Heart. It's most effective on Heartless, ironically, but it has no effect on Nobodies. Selena is usually never uses this keyblade to attack people though Black Angel might. The poison will only deplete health until it’s low. No worries. [Cool Down: None.] [Duration: 3 Posts or until healed with a curative spell.]

Umbra Wolf's Fang: A wolf of darkness comes out of her keyblade and attacks the opponent. It may team up with Selena during the two post duration. It is large enough to be ridden by Selena and/or any of her allies. Can be summoned together with Wolf's Fang. [HP Count: 8][Duration: 1 Posts] [Ride-able!]

Pheynix: Appearance

With her own darkness, Selena can take the form of a fallen demon general of the nine circles of Hell. Pheynix has a stronger power and defense than Eblis but her agility and speed considerably decreases as a result. [Since her wings hasn't been drawn in the picture since I either got lazy or forgot to draw her wings in, assume that they're her normal wings.] [Duration: 4 Posts] [Forced Stay In: 1]

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What had happened while she tried her strike after the feint had certainly been unexpected to the dark keybearer and Umbra. Although ‘Artemis’ could see based from his arm alignment, the disappearing sword, and the spin that he had already predicted her impeding attack, whatever spell Whatever had originally planned would have hit her head-on if had been a potentially devastating one such as Firaga. The Nightmare closed her eyes and mentally prepared herself to take the hit only to feel nothing hit so she reopened them just in time to see him levitate. However, he levitated had astounded her and apparently him just from his expression too as her strike landed then her wolf succeeded in head-butting him away.

After finishing the assault, ‘Artemis’ simply just watched him levitate away thanks to Umbra’s head-butt. What was going on? Why didn’t he use a more offensive spell? Why wasn’t gravity working for him? He could have gotten her and even deal serious injury to her right then and there so what just even happened? Her facial expression said it all. Even Umbra voiced its confusion by tilting its head to one side at the strange course of action and an “Aroooo?” “What…What are you doing…?” wondered the Nightmare out loud, her voice betrayed her surprise, Are you even taking this fight seriously?[/color] If Whatever had originally intended to catch her and her dark wolf off guard with the recent event, he had certainly succeeded.

Seeing Whatever summon his reinforced guns, it had been the wolf who had quickly snapped out of its moment of confusion first and ran in front of the keybearer who was still incredibly shocked to take the angry barrage of bullets for its master, using its side to cover her and wrapped its tail around her shoulders in an attempt to wake her up. Eyes flashing, the wolf gritted its teeth and angrily snarls at the Heartless man. From the audience’s point of view, it had appeared that Umbra Wolf’s Fang had shielded her out of its own accord. ‘Artemis had not made any command, barked any order or even asked for it to become a meat shield. It was Umbra’s own free will and should be clear that it deeply cared for her in order for it to go any lengths for it to protect her.

The Nightmare shook her head to snap herself out of it then summoned Umbra Vitis Shield[/color] to cover the dark wolf and herself temporarily from the bullets as the wolf knelt down to allow her to climb onto its back. He might be having a difficult time moving while levitating like that which might explain the earlier shock. mused ‘Artemis’ as she regained her train of thought, I just pray that he isn’t half Hook-Bat thanks to whatever magic he used.

With its master riding on its back, Umbra quickly ran around the fallen shield as the keybearer raises her Heartsickness keyblade to point it at the Heartless man. Anticipating Whatever’s bullet barrage to follow them, ‘Artemis’ fires off Void Extinction at him before shifting to stand on the back of her wolf before stretching out her Wings of a Fallen Angel[/color] and took flight. Umbra howled then disappeared into a mist of darkness. Thank you Umbra… the dark keybearer as she glared down at Whatever, daring him to make the next move.

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Actions Used:
1] Umbra Wolf’s Fang Shielded Artemis
2] Artemis raises up Umbra Vitis Shield to protect Umbra Wolf’s Fang and herself
3] Artemis shoots Void Extinction at Whatever

Abilities Used:

Umbra Wolf's Fang: A wolf of darkness comes out of her keyblade and attacks the opponent. It may team up with Selena during the two post duration. It is large enough to be ridden by Selena and/or any of her allies. Can be summoned together with Wolf's Fang. [HP Count: 4][Cooldown: 3 Posts]

Pheynix[/color]: Appearance

With her own darkness, Selena can take the form of a fallen demon general of the nine circles of Hell. Pheynix has a stronger power and defense than Eblis but her agility and speed considerably decreases as a result. [Since her wings hasn't been drawn in the picture since I either got lazy or forgot to draw her wings in, assume that they're her normal wings.] [Duration: 1 Posts] [Forced Stay In: 0]

Umbra Vitis Shield: Selena can raise up many large, thorned vines of darkness to wrap around herself and/or her allies to act like a strong shield. It can be used normally and in her Dark Form. It may also be used in battle and outside of battle. [Cooldown: 1 Post]

Void Extinction[/color]: A powerful blast of Darkness shoots from either her keyblade or her hand at the intended target. It may be used normally and in her Dark Form. It can also be used in battle and outside of battle. [Cooldown: 2 Posts]

Wings of an Fallen Angel: The ebony wings on Selena's back allows her to fly to great heights and jump higher than any normal human would. Unfortunately, it hinders her ability to physically run [unless she's flying too close to the ground], by making her slow. They are also a nuisance when near water especially since she has little to no ability to swim. [~Passive~]

[[OOC: That's fine. ^^' Whatever successfully confused Selena out of her mind for a good moments.]]

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[atrb=style, background: #111111; border: 5px solid #99983E; border-radius: 10px; opacity: 0.8;][style=font: 7pt arial; line-height: 11px; letter-spacing: 1px; padding: 7px; text-align: justify; color: #ABABAB; width: 400px;]Despite his plan completely failing, the Heartless had apparently managed to confuse his opponents (and himself for a moment as well). Wait, what good is that? He didn't know, he didn't care, and he was still in pain from the Keyblade, at least he was firing some bullets at the two and in the moment of confusion, Artemis had apparently not paid attention as the wolf shielded her for a bit before a shield was brought up. The Heartless opened his other hand as he moved his leg as well, more to the back. Still levitating, he changed his course more to the side. In his left hand, Darkness swirled as he created a second gun, the Handgun. Due to his past useage of weapons, the Heartless had already known what weapon would appear as it required some time to elapse before he could reuse the same weapons. With both the chain and his greatsword not ready, his first gun in his hand, it left the second gun to be materialized unless something new was to appear once more. With two guns in hand, the Heartless saw his opponent atop of her wolf come from behind the shield and charging towards him. Raising both guns, he was about to start a second barrage of bullets before the woman shot something at her. Onward to luck? He immediately crossed his arms defensily before his body and face while his body will still a bit more bend over. Since he was floating, he could maintain this position easily. At the same time, he tried another spell while concentrating on his arms, so he could perhaps use Stonera as a shield if he was lucky. As the dark blast hit him, the Heartless floated further back, having his course changed abruptly again. No stone or anything had appeared, instead his Extension ability had started. The Heartless could feel that his two guns were no longer bound to his hands, but it didn't really help her in this current situation. Having not attacked yet, he did figure he could try something else now the ability was active anyway. In the air, the Heartless remained floating in position as he concentrated himself, using Patience as he remained in position. He had been hit for quite a few times now, so he now awaited Artemis' next attack while looking up at the winged woman. The wolf was luckily gone at this very moment. Actions [1] Created his Handgun. [2] Shielded himself with his arms while using Extension. [3] Started Patience as he hasn't attacked in this post. The Cries of an Item Spiked Chain: Useable again. Two-Handed Greatsword: One post cooldown. Reinforced Gun: Three posts active. Handgun: Four posts active. The Cries of a Spell Levitate: One post active. d3 ~ 3: Extension: Two posts active. Raw Fighting Style Patience: Next unarmed physical attack is a 'critical'. Other Skills Dualwield: Whatever can wield two weapons of a same type (guns in this case) at the same time. Passive skill. [/style]

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From her position in the air, ‘Artemis’ continued to glare at the Heartless man as she watched her Void Extinction[/color] hit him and was still puzzled from the previous events. Basing from what had happened so far, it had appeared that he was either giving her the win or simply is having a bad day and horrible luck with his own techniques and power. The Nightmare could already see that his ‘requip’ ability would have made him a formidable opponent and even with what she already knew from their previous encounter that he had stronger abilities and spells than what he had shown so far. Not to mention that he could have gotten her with a strong spell when he had tried to intercept her before.

The dark keybearer tilted her head to one side, eyeing the Heartless man at his strange technique. He had raised his arms obviously to block the technique but even she could still see that it had taken damage. Just what is he doing…?[/i] The Nightmare wondered as she watched. Whatever can’t be deliberately going soft on me. Not after our previous match in one of the last tournaments. Could it be that he’s deliberately trying to throw me off by intentionally misusing his techniques? She visibly frowned at another thought, Is he waiting for me to attack? Whatever he’s planning, I don’t believe I’ll like it…Erk…. What an awkward and very odd name. Who’s idea was it to name their kid ‘Whatever’?[/i]

‘Artemis’ debating on waiting out whatever [Pun not intended.] out what exactly he was doing. She was still in the air after all and her wings were keeping her there though Whatever was still levitating. He can’t float up this high can he? I mean, he’s not made of helium now is he?[/i] She wondered and continued to watch Whatever seemingly concentrate or plan what he was going to do. Yeah. I’m staying up here. It’s safer.[/i] And with a few large flaps, the Nightmare flew up a few yards higher just in case he could somehow reach her and to keep him from taking her down by grabbing her by the ankle or leg. As her Pheynix form disappeared to reveal her true form, the dark keybearer lowered her keyblade so she could see what he was doing.

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Actions Used:
N/A unless flying up higher counts.

Abilities Used:

Umbra Wolf's Fang: A wolf of darkness comes out of her keyblade and attacks the opponent. It may team up with Selena during the two post duration. It is large enough to be ridden by Selena and/or any of her allies. Can be summoned together with Wolf's Fang. [HP Count: 4][Cooldown: 2 Posts]

Pheynix: Appearance

With her own darkness, Selena can take the form of a fallen demon general of the nine circles of Hell. Pheynix has a stronger power and defense than Eblis but her agility and speed considerably decreases as a result. [Since her wings hasn't been drawn in the picture since I either got lazy or forgot to draw her wings in, assume that they're her normal wings.] [Duration:0 Posts] [Forced Stay In: 0] [Cooldown: 6 Posts]

Umbra Vitis Shield: Selena can raise up many large, thorned vines of darkness to wrap around herself and/or her allies to act like a strong shield. It can be used normally and in her Dark Form. It may also be used in battle and outside of battle. [Cooldown: 0 Post] [Available now]

Void Extinction[/color]: A powerful blast of Darkness shoots from either her keyblade or her hand at the intended target. It may be used normally and in her Dark Form. It can also be used in battle and outside of battle. [Cooldown: 1 Posts]

Wings of an Fallen Angel: The ebony wings on Selena's back allows her to fly to great heights and jump higher than any normal human would. Unfortunately, it hinders her ability to physically run [unless she's flying too close to the ground], by making her slow. They are also a nuisance when near water especially since she has little to no ability to swim. [~Passive~]

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[atrb=style, background: #111111; border: 5px solid #99983E; border-radius: 10px; opacity: 0.8;][style=font: 7pt arial; line-height: 11px; letter-spacing: 1px; padding: 7px; text-align: justify; color: #ABABAB; width: 400px;]Alright, he had prepared himself for his next attacks and everything, what with the late failures. It seemed the failures continued, not only from his abilities' side, but also with the woman flying around. How can I hit you when you're up in the air? "I'm being stupid as usual," he responded belatedly to the woman's earlier question while the poison of her Keyblade was still hurting him immensely, when does that stupid crap end? Then he noticed it started to fade away. Hrmm... Slowly his feet landed on the ground, "I don't have that much control on my abilities, so I end up resolving my style and attacks on whatever weapon or spell I get. If it's a sword, I work on close-range, if I get guns, I try to fight on a mid-range as I lack sharpshooting skills," he explained as his Levitate faded off him. He walked a bit forward, still with both guns in his hands. "I hadn't thought of my levitation spell when I tried to hit you with an attack as I planned to work my spell out in a different way." He shrugged after this and raised both guns up in the air as he focussed his magic around his hands, combining Berserk with Patience should start a more devastating attack. As the magic gathered around his hands, a large rock was suddenly fired upward at Artemis with Stonera. Great, and it now wants to appear? He couldn't care less, however, he lowered his arms and knew what spell was left: Berserk. The Heartless' body started to darken as his yellow eyes started to shine even more brightly. In his hands were still the two guns fiercely gripped and with Extension still active, this was his berserking playfield at its max at this moment. Actions [1] Fired Stonera at Selena as a large rock now flies at her. [2] Activated Berserk, but due to no flying skills, he's just standing there. [3] N/A The Cries of an Item Two-Handed Greatsword: Useable again. Reinforced Gun: Two posts active. Handgun: Three posts active. The Cries of a Spell Levitate: Ended | Three posts cooldown. Extension: One post active. d6 ~ 3: Stonera: One post cooldown. Berserk: Two posts active. Raw Fighting Style Patience: Next physical attack is a crit. [/style]

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The dark keybearer visibly frowned at the Heartless warrior. “You’re not stupid. You simply didn’t think it through.” It was then that she noticed that his levitation ability seemed to have faded away as he explained his predicament with his abilities which meant that he wouldn’t be able to keep up as long as she used her wings. From earlier experience, he seemed to be a combat fighter after all and definitely did not have any flying ability other than his levitation ability that she knew of so she still had an advantage of the air.

No control huh…Explains the earlier scenario. ‘Artemis mused then decided to offer advice that unintentionally sounded like an order from the harsh tone of her voice, “Then work on controlling your abilities. One cannot rely on chance and quick adaption for too long otherwise there’s a good probability of things going wrong with just one slip. You saw that I was going to attack and acted accordingly to defend and had the opportunity to counter… But due to the lack of control and relying on probability, we both saw how well that ended.” The dark keybearer still kept a cautious eye on Whatever as he walked toward her with both of his guns in his hands.

‘Artemis’ still remembered that the tournament and especially this match was still going on. Her cold eyes narrowed at him and quickly shifted to her more revealing Eblis form that her opponent should be more familiar of from their previous encounter. It had been the form that had would otherwise leave her little defense against a barrage of bullets if he should do so. As the Nightmare watches the Heartless man send Stonera at her, she quickly flew higher to dodge it and then began to catch speed as dove toward her Heartless opponent with her Heartsickness keyblade in hand. It had seemed that the dark keybearer was concentrating a bit of her power in this attack as she flew toward him, attempted to aim one single diagonal slash across his chest before sliding away past him as she lands back on the ground into a crouch causing the dust to rise up in the air. He has the opportunity to block, shoot or even grab her by the tail if he should see it, but perhaps her increased speed thanks to this particular demon form might throw him off.

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Actions Used:
1] Dodged Stonera
2] Attempted to slashed at Whatever’s chest
3] N/A

Abilities Used:

Keyblade Ability[/color]: What is special about this keyblade is that it turns the Heart's Blood into a poison that attacks the Heart. It's most effective on Heartless, ironically, but it has no effect on Nobodies. Selena is usually never uses this keyblade to attack people though Black Angel might. The poison will only deplete health until it’s low. No worries. [Cool Down: None.] [Duration: 3 Posts or until healed with a curative spell.]

Eblis: Appearance
With the darkness of her heart, Selena takes on the form of a dragon-like demon of the night. During battle, the most notable difference between this form and her normal form is the increase in speed and strength but a considerable decrease in defense. [Duration: 5 Posts]

Umbra Wolf's Fang: A wolf of darkness comes out of her keyblade and attacks the opponent. It may team up with Selena during the two post duration. It is large enough to be ridden by Selena and/or any of her allies. Can be summoned together with Wolf's Fang. [Cooldown: 0 Posts] [Available Now]

Pheynix: Appearance

With her own darkness, Selena can take the form of a fallen demon general of the nine circles of Hell. Pheynix has a stronger power and defense than Eblis but her agility and speed considerably decreases as a result. [Since her wings hasn't been drawn in the picture since I either got lazy or forgot to draw her wings in, assume that they're her normal wings.] [Cooldown: 5 Posts]

Void Extinction[/color]: A powerful blast of Darkness shoots from either her keyblade or her hand at the intended target. It may be used normally and in her Dark Form. It can also be used in battle and outside of battle. [Cooldown: 0 Posts] [Available Now]

Wings of an Fallen Angel: The ebony wings on Selena's back allows her to fly to great heights and jump higher than any normal human would. Unfortunately, it hinders her ability to physically run [unless she's flying too close to the ground], by making her slow. They are also a nuisance when near water especially since she has little to no ability to swim. [~Passive~]

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[atrb=style, background: #111111; border: 5px solid #99983E; border-radius: 10px; opacity: 0.8;][style=font: 7pt arial; line-height: 11px; letter-spacing: 1px; padding: 7px; text-align: justify; color: #ABABAB; width: 400px;]The Heartless raised an eyebrow at her commanding tone where she told him to learn to control his abilities. Thinking about it, he always summoned them from nowhere, no matter how much he thought on whichever weapon or spell he wanted, it didn't seem to matter and he didn't have an instruction guide on how his abilities worked, so he simply adapted himself to whatever he obtained with every attempt. The plus part on his abilities were that he could use them quick after each other. While he cannot recall the same weapon quickly due to some limits from what he had learned in use, he could still quickly switch from one weapon to another in a quick motion of attacks. Despite this, he had to always adapt to what he gained as he had to use both hands for his greatsword, his guns could be used in unison, but then there's the annoying chain that seemed to be of no use in most situations. Heck, he even hurted himself a few times on the thing. As he had activated Berserk, there came no more response. When Selena switched forms before dodging the stone, it did little to the Heartless as a low growl came from his mouth, his head turned up as an empty stare looked at his opponent. His strength, his speed, and his stamina all were increased while he was in this state, but he lost all manner of thought as he became a berserking fighter. When Selena dove down, the Heartless crouched his legs and crossed his arms with both hands facing upward. Then he pushed himself off and forward, putting strength into his legs to leap upward while also throwing both his arms with all his might. His hands let go off the guns as they were thrown as projectiles at Selena. As she was coming down at him in a diving motion with the Keyblade in the ready, in the same motion he threw his arms and they ended to behind his back. He immediately put force into his arms again, hearing a crack as he tossed both arms forward again. His left arm was with an open palm and aimed for the Keyblade to block and perhaps even counter her attack by putting strength against her strength in an attempt to harm the wielding arm. His right arm was a fist and aimed for Selena's face instead, so to use her own dive against her. This in combination with Patience and Berserk strengthening his attack would make this a devastating attack on the Heartless' side. While his two guns started to float back to the Heartless after the attack, with Extension fading away, the two guns also started to vanish. Actions [1] Whatever tossed both his guns at Selena that can leave his touch due to Extension. [2] Whatever attacked the incoming Keyblade attack of Selena with an open palm (so sort of a block&attack in one), this is sort of a combination attack with the strike towards Selena's head. The attack is strengthened by Patience and Berserk. Also his speed is increased due to Berserk, allowing the quick attack (I think). [3] N/A (unless the two arms attack cannot be considered a combination attack), since he throws both arms at once. The Cries of an Item Reinforced Gun: Two post cooldown. Handgun: Two post cooldown. The Cries of a Spell Levitate: Two post cooldown. Extension: Ended | Three post cooldown. Stonera: Useable again. Berserk: One post active. Raw Fighting Style Patience: Two post cooldown. Description Berserk: 'Whatever' starts to get a black aura on his body. So his body pretty much darkens and his usual pale skin becomes grey. His strength, speed, and stamina majorly increase, but he becomes to lack any thought. He can no longer use ranged weapons like a gun, instead either using them as bash weapons or releasing them. He will focus entirely on melee combat. While in Berserk Mode he cannot cast spells either. Remains active for two posts of madness. Cooldown (after effect wore off): Three posts. [/style]

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Time is up! This battle is now under review.

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Whatever wins this battle by Decision! Selena's first loss has been recorded.