Fairy's Chess Game

Chapter 262 I'm Back
On the afternoon of July 7st, the qualifiers continued, but they were still not stopped by the missionaries.But except for some tourists who are purely looking for something new, no one has come to challenge again.

Because many people have noticed the abnormal number of advanced teams.The guilds who originally planned to continue to brush a few waves couldn't help but stop, and even they themselves felt that it would be too much to continue doing so.

Then, the revision of the rules was quickly revealed through the official channels of the competition.This was obviously a patch aimed at the guild with a high number of people. It seemed that the higher-ups were also getting angry. People suddenly fell silent, and the fiery atmosphere suddenly cooled down.

Immediately afterwards, the official released the items for tomorrow's first match, so that all teams that advanced to the main match should prepare in advance.

It was the first time that such an event was announced in advance, and everyone in the city was stunned by the news.But soon it returned to its original lively atmosphere and even became more fanatical.

From people's point of view, this is just an emergency measure taken by the official organizers because there are too many participating teams; Greatly affect the rhythm and enjoyment of the competition.

Moreover, since the information about the events and rules is known in advance, the guilds can make preparations in advance, and the competition is bound to become more exciting; at the same time, various overt and secret gambling markets can also be opened in advance, attracting more people to place bets .

It can be said that from this moment on, the first match of Damo Dou Yanwu has actually begun!The atmosphere in the city suddenly became tense, entering the competition mode ahead of schedule.

The Honeybone Hotel in the royal capital Crocas is the residence under the umbrella of Fairy Tail.Because the entire guild of Fairy Tail is pouring out this time, the entire hotel must be booked to accommodate all of them.

It is worth mentioning that Laxus and his party did not stay at the Honey Bone Hotel, because they entered the city in a different direction, and they found a hotel on the other side of the city, so they were separated from the main force .

Of course, after finding the group, Laxus and the others naturally chose to move into the Honey Bone Hotel.

Erza's team also gathered together, and brought President Mavis with them.

The next day, Fairy Tail gathered together for the first time since they split up to practice, and they took the opportunity to throw a party-Fairy Tail always finds various reasons to celebrate.

But soon, two notices from the official organizer came down.The party had to be temporarily terminated. Everyone knew very well that the main purpose of their trip was to win, and the most important thing was to prepare wholeheartedly for the game!
The table full of food and drinks was swept away, and replaced by the scroll of notification that was issued just now, a map of the capital and surrounding areas.Everyone sat around solemnly, analyzing the information.

Because President Mebis was present, she was basically analyzing and the others were listening.

Mebis read the two scrolls several times before asking, "Have you decided on the candidates for the two teams?"

President Makarov replied: "Yes, after Laxus and Naz successfully challenged yesterday, they were asked to determine the candidates. One group of candidates is Erusa's team and the alternate member Qishi; the other group is Laxus, Mirajane, Gajeel, Jubian, Felid, and alternate Kanna. Basically, they decide on their own."

Mebis lamented: "It's a pity, it was decided too early. According to the revised rules, there is a lot of flexibility in the selection of candidates. If you make good use of it, it can play a major role. Erza and Meerajane as a candidate."

According to past experience, the Damo Dou performance is not a pure martial arts competition. Half of the events in the entire competition are all kinds of "games".In these events, it is often not that the stronger the combat power, the better the advantage. It is likely that those non-main combat mages are more suitable for the competition.

The ability to flexibly use the diversity of wizards and magic is the key to victory.For example, mages with their own specialties like Lebby and Biska will often have miraculous effects when put into the participating teams.

In the past, it was not possible to know the competition items in advance, so we had to send the members with the strongest comprehensive strength to rely on their strong strength to deal with all kinds of emergencies.But now, they are able to know the content of the game half a day in advance. The best way is of course to make targeted arrangements.

Because it is mentioned in the revision of the rules that although alternate players can be replaced by themselves, those who are not on the original list must also pass the test of the magic detection device.Therefore, if two S-level mages, Erza and Mirajane, are used as backups, they can be used as substitutes at any time to supplement the team's combat effectiveness; The ability of the team to adapt when faced with strange projects.

Kanna placed Tarot cards on the table next to her. She has been divination non-stop since just now, and she even put down her beloved wine glass.

Then Kana raised her head and looked towards this side: "Through my divination and prediction, I concluded that the best candidates for the first match are Felid and Lebby."

Leibby, who was quietly sitting aside and listening, looked up in surprise: "Huh? Why me? I'm not a contestant, am I?"

Kana shrugged: "Because I have plenty of time, I made predictions for everyone in the guild. This is the final conclusion I came to, but I don't know the specific reason... My divination level is not that detailed yet. "

Mebis nodded: "I agree with Kanna's prediction, her magic has great potential."

Lucy suddenly pushed Xia Lulu lightly: "Speaking of prophecy, what do you think Xia Lulu?"

The white kitten said helplessly: "My ability can only predict the future passively, and it is not under my control!"

Mebis continued: "One more thing, this project requires two people to fight, and the other person should send the strongest combat force!" Her eyes swept over the three S-rank mages, "Through this document, I can only see a lot of malice. I'm afraid the organizers have the intention of using this game to reduce the participating teams. In order to do this, they will probably turn this so-called 'race' into a real brawl ! Therefore, we must send out a strong combat force."

Hearing President Mebis' words, everyone lowered their heads and re-examined the content of the competition.

"So, do you have any other suggestions about this project in the first generation?" Erza asked. Ever since they knew Mebis' nickname of "Fairy Military Advisor", everyone trusted her suggestions and orders.

Mebis pondered for a moment: "The best strategy is to eliminate as many opponents as possible at the starting point at the beginning of the race, and then concentrate on racing!"

Hearing this, everyone showed subtle expressions. This suggestion... feels a little violent.It's hard to imagine such a cruel strategic plan coming from the mouth of a cute little loli.

Mebis noticed everyone's reaction and sighed helplessly: "I'm just a suggestion. Whether it's used or not is up to the contestants, but you must remember my words! This is not just a suggestion, but a warning. You may have the same idea. Because of the large number of participants, there is a high possibility of a scuffle at the starting position, even if you are unwilling to attack others, at least you must guard against others' attacks!"

Laxus sneered and said, "You don't have to worry about the first generation. If a scuffle really breaks out, I won't show mercy. This time our team will be played by me and Felid!"

"Understood!" Philip immediately stood up excitedly, leaning over to salute the knight, "I will not let you down."

Lucy raised her hand and asked, "So, what about Rebby? She's not a contestant!"

Naz said: "Didn't you just say that? Lebby and Qishi can be replaced as substitutes."

Lucy reminded: "But to do that requires Libby to pass the magic test!"

"Hey, it seems unlikely." Rebby also scratched her head with a dry smile.She was not a mage who was good at magic power, nor was she good at fighting, so she never planned to participate in the competition from the beginning.This girl really came to be a spectator and a cheerleader.

Kana said regretfully: "That's really a pity, obviously you have the best compatibility with this event. My card array shows that if you participate in the competition, you will win!"

"Even if you say that, Karna..."

Hearing that he would win, Chairman Makarov was already thinking about whether there was a suitable "cheating" method in his mind.

Erza also said: "Well, no matter what, go try it tonight, maybe there is a way for you to pass the challenge. If it really doesn't work, then let Lucy and I play."

"Huh? Why me?" Lucy was startled.

Erza had a serious expression: "Because Lucy is a good friend of Lebby! If Lebby has a good compatibility with the competition, you must not be too bad!"

"This hypothesis is not convincing at all!"

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In the evening, the qualifiers were declared officially over.

But the magic power detection device was not removed. From now until the official opening of the competition tomorrow, each participating team can change candidates.

Indeed, as expected, after knowing the competition items in advance, many teams began to change personnel, in order to send the most suitable mages for the "obstacle racing" event.

Because of cheating, it is relatively easy for these guilds to let someone in need pass the level.Although the scores were only a little over two thousand, they were all counted.

This is also the main reason why they did not complain against the rule revision.

Looking at the successful cases in front of her, Lebby was a little nervous.She really has no idea, because she didn't use any cheating methods to increase her magic power - this blue-haired girl specializes in word magic, her magic power fluctuation is quite unique, and it is difficult to integrate other types of magic power.

"So, let's forget it..." Rebby smiled bitterly and begged.

"Now that you're here, let's give it a try." Lucy encouraged, "If I wasn't already a regular player, I would also like to try my magic power level."

Mirajane also encouraged her with a gentle smile: "Come on, don't be stressed, just let go and do it!"

"Okay, then I'll do it!" Rebby hugged the book tightly in her arms, encouraging herself.

Lucy asked, "Would you like me to get the half of the broken book for you first?" From the moment she met Leibby this time, Lucy found that she had been holding this strange book and would not let it go for a moment. .

"No, thank you Lucy." Rebby smiled and shook her head, "I will feel more at ease with it."

After speaking, she greeted her companions and walked forward.

Suddenly, a figure in a white robe appeared behind Lebby without any warning, and stretched out his hand to grab the girl's petite body.

Lebby turned her head back, suspiciously seeing a man in a snow-white mage's robe who appeared behind him at the wrong time.

This strange middle-aged man gave Lebby a familiar feeling.His eyes were filled with joy from the heart, and the girl couldn't help being moved by it.Although she didn't know why he was so happy, Lebby immediately confirmed that the other party had no hostility and was a trustworthy person.

The man didn't speak, but just took a book from his waist with his backhand... it was a half-broken book, and stuffed it into Lebby's hands.

The girl subconsciously pieced together the two parts of the broken book. Almost at the same time, countless dark golden rays of light burst out from between the pages of the book. In the blink of an eye, the magic book was restored into a complete body!Then the book opened automatically, and countless pages were flipped quickly.Every time you turn a page, you can see that the lines of text on the page are lit up in dark gold, and the lines between the lines are full of moving magic!

Lebby looked at the book in her hand in surprise, looked up at the man in front of her, and quickly looked down at the words in the book. She felt that a missing part in her memory was gradually waking up!

That's right, it's him!This man is my teacher, the teacher who taught me this kind of writing, the owner of this magic book, and the elf we have been looking for!

Tears welled up in the girl's eyes: "Wo...Mr. Woz!"

Suddenly there was an extremely joyful cheer from the book, and a small dark golden figure flew out from the pages of the book, and after flying around the top of the book, it threw itself at Lebby affectionately, hugged the girl's cheek, and then Flying to Woz's shoulder, he looked curiously at the miniaturized spirit bird around him.

"Go ahead, I will lend you this book first." Woz patted the girl on the back and pushed her forward, "If you say it, it should be able to play its role."

The automatic secretary landed on Leibi's shoulder with a dark golden ray of flight.

The girl was determined and walked towards the crystal ball confidently.

The teacher made a big mistake for her, even if she wanted to fail, it was impossible!
Watching his students walk towards the crystal ball, Woz turned around and looked back at the rest of the guild.

"I'm back... Long time no see!"

In an instant, everyone's memory seemed to be refreshed at the same time, and the memory of Woz instantly came to mind.

Mirajane smiled very gently, with tears in her smile, she stepped forward and threw herself into Woz's arms.

"Welcome back, Woz!"

(End of this chapter)