Wow! The item-dropping rate is really high!-Chapter 1037 - 712: Victory!

"Hoo!" The heavy impact drill swept past "Breaker of Dawn's" shoulder armor with a shrill whistling, only causing a ripple in the energy shield.

At the same time "Breaker of Dawn" avoided a fatal strike, the high-frequency cutting blade on its right arm had already, using the momentum from a sidestep, slashed out a cold streak of light, accurately slicing at the slightly exposed right waist joint of "Defender" due to its charge!

"Screech—!" The teeth-grating sound of high-frequency cutting arose, with sparks flying everywhere.

The thick armor of "Defender" was cut open with a shallow but clear incision, the internal piping vaguely visible.

"What?!"

"Stone Shield" was shocked in the cockpit.

The opponent's timing and angle of evasion were too cunning!

Not only did they avoid his full-force attack, but they even took advantage to counterattack?

This kind of centimeter-level control and prediction requires a deep understanding of the mecha's performance and one's own movement habits!

The audience was also in an uproar.

"Beautiful! That evasion and counterattack!"

"Is 'Breaker of Dawn' maneuverable that strong? Instant direction change and micro-control are first-class!"

"It's not just the mecha's performance, the real key is the pilot's reaction and judgment! He completely foresaw 'Stone Shield's' attack!"

The observer from the Deep Space Mining Alliance had a slightly dark expression.

They initially hoped that "Stone Shield" would use environmental and mecha advantages to make an initial show of strength, but unexpectedly, they suffered a minor setback instead.

This Kuang Xin, is not simple.

With his strike missed and damaged, "Stone Shield" quickly adjusted.

He no longer charged blindly, but steadied his form, using "Defender's" thick armor and immense strength, began to steadily and firmly, wielding the impact drill and giant claw, forcing "Breaker of Dawn" into close combat.

At the same time, he intentionally led the battle to an area where the rock platform had more rubble and gravity disturbance was more apparent, attempting to use the environment to further restrict "Breaker of Dawn's" mobility.

However, Kuang Xin is most skilled at fighting in complex environments.

With the "well-trained" trait and "Breaker of Dawn's" excellent environmental adaptation system, he seemed like a fish in water.

"Breaker of Dawn" weaved and leapt between jagged rocks, sometimes using them as cover to dodge heavy blows, sometimes launching attacks from unbelievable angles.

The high-frequency cutting blade was like a serpent's tongue, each swing aimed at "Defender's" joints, sensors, or weak armor points.

"Stone Shield" was increasingly alarmed the more he fought.

The opponent's mecha seemed to have a strong resistance to gravity anomalies and magnetic dust interference, its movements always smooth and stable.

And the opponent's combat style was even stranger, unlike traditional Spiritual Ability User pilots relying on bursts of spiritual energy, nor like strength-type pilots seeking crushing frontal assaults, more like... a "combat beast" who has turned mecha control into instinct, extremely adept at using the environment and exploiting any slight flaw in the opponent!

Every attack of his seemed to be within the opponent's expectation, and each seemingly risky advance from the opponent always found a gap in his defense.

"This can't go on!" gnashing his teeth, "Stone Shield" decided to use his killer move.

He piloted "Defender" to suddenly retreat with full force, while the enormous right claw pierced the ground, grabbing a multi-ton boulder, and hurled it fiercely at "Breaker of Dawn"!

At the same time, the left arm's impact drill was charged to the extreme, hidden behind the boulder, preparing to launch a deadly second strike!

This boulder-throwing probing followed by a deadly strike was a unique skill "Stone Shield" honed through countless mining conflicts and mercenary missions, having defeated many opponents who underestimated him.

The boulder came howling, blocking a large evasion space.

"Breaker of Dawn" seemed to have nowhere to escape.

In the stands, many spectators held their breath.

Supporters of the New Bauhinia had their hearts in their throats.

However, in the cockpit, Kuang Xin's eyes were exceptionally bright, even flashing with a hint of... excitement!

He was very familiar with such a situation! In the arena, facing multiple opponents' siege and a desperate situation, was when he was most exhilarated!

"Breaker of Dawn" did not retreat, nor did it attempt to completely avoid the boulder.

It concentrated its energy shield at the front and, with the thrusters fully activated, charged straight toward the boulder!

At the moment of imminent collision, the mecha performed an almost impossible sideways roll, using the air current from the boulder's throw and its precise control, narrowly allowing the boulder to scrape the edge of the shield, the shield flickering violently but not breaking!

And "Breaker of Dawn" also took advantage of this roll and the reverse thrust from the thrusters, not only evading the boulder but instantly changing its trajectory, disappearing from the predicted strike path of "Defender"!

"What?!"

"Stone Shield's" strike with the drill hit nothing but air, the immense inertia causing a momentary pause in his actions.

The next moment, "Breaker of Dawn" appeared like a specter at the side and rear of "Defender"

—exactly at the previously cut waist joint!

This time, Kuang Xin showed no restraint, and "Breaker of Dawn's" high-frequency blades slashed out in a cross, infused with spiritual energy, the edges glowing faintly, with a force like thunder, slicing heavily at that incision!

"Crack! Sizzle—!"

A chilling sound of metal being torn apart rang out.

The thick armor at "Defender's" waist was completely ripped open, the internal power conduits and structural framework exposed, with electric sparks frantically leaping.

The massive mecha instantly lost most of its power, its movements stiffened, crashing down on one knee.

"Breaker of Dawn" lightly leaped backward, creating distance, its arms' blade edges hanging low, locking onto the opponent.

According to the rules, the match ends when one mecha loses primary mobility or the pilot concedes.

Inside "Defender's" cockpit, "Stone Shield" looked at the full screen of warnings and the out-of-control system, his face ashen.

He tried pushing the control stick, but the mecha only let out a weak moan.

After a few seconds of silence, he heavily pressed the surrender button.

"Match over! Winner: New Bauhinia Republic, Kuang Xin!"

The electronic voice announced the result, and the stands were silent for a moment, then erupted in applause and chatter.

"Won! New Bauhinia won!"

"A beautiful victory! Breaking force with skill, utilizing mecha performance and tactics to the fullest!"

"That Kuang Xin... his battle instinct is terrifying! He seems to always see through his opponent's intentions!"

"Deep Space Alliance's 'Stone Shield' didn't lose unjustly; he was completely countered by his opponent. New Bauhinia's 'Breaker of Dawn' and this pilot are definitely formidable foes!"

In the observation seats, rapid analysis was underway.

The technical representative from the Steel Alliance had a serious expression: "'Dawn's Edge' mecha's maneuverability, environmental adaptability, and structural strength are all higher than we estimated. That pilot... his combat style is extremely practical and sharp, not like a warrior that a small frontier country could train."

The representative from the Holy Silver Church Country was more concerned about another point: "His use of spiritual energy is very discreet, but it was evident in the final strike, it seems to be well integrated with the mecha's weapons, worth noting."

The observer from the Golden Federation was intrigued: "A very interesting combat style. Not reliant on flashy techniques or absolute power, but rather maximizing basic control, environmental use, and timing. This Kuang Xin, is a practical fighter. Their mecha technology, indeed has its unique points."

The representative from the Flame Republic grinned: "The style isn't bold enough! But... a win is a win. Next time, be careful not to let him find any flaws."

The observer from the Shadow Kingdom said nothing, only silently recording data related to Kuang Xin and the "Breaker of Dawn."

The person in charge of the Deep Space Mining Alliance had an unpleasant look.

To fail on the first match, and be defeated by a prototype mecha and an obscure pilot no less, was a humiliation.

"Stone Shield" was already one of the most experienced and suitable contenders for this terrain among their participating lineup.

"Investigate! Analyze all battle data from this match meticulously! Kuang Xin and 'Dawn's Edge' must be prioritized as research targets! Next encounter, never to have a repeat!"

New Bauhinia's first match concluded with a clean and decisive victory by Kuang Xin.

This not only earned the team their precious first point but also declared to audiences and opponents across the universe: New Bauhinia did not come by luck.

With Kuang Xin's initial victory securing New Bauhinia their crucial first point, interest in the team from the Edge Star Domain surged among spectators and observers.

As the matchup information for the second solo match appeared on the giant screen, it triggered no small stir.

The second combatant, Rose.