The Last Paragon in the Apocalypse

One might think Klaus was fighting a mere machine, which is partly true—but this Mecha Zombie is as real as it gets in Oracle. Normally, a machine like this wouldn't tire or make mistakes.

But that would defeat the purpose of what the Nerds were trying to achieve. They aren't just building a virtual world where warriors can train against monsters and zombies—they're creating a system that simulates real-life combat scenarios.

Yes, they're designing a system that can mimic any form of combat, whether it's a battle of attrition, a fight of precision, or any other style. If your strategy is to wear down your opponent before going for the kill, Oracle is designed to accommodate that.

As you get tired, so will the monster you're fighting. The Mecha Zombie has stamina points, just like you. It also has a pool of spiritual Qi, just like you. This means you won't be fighting against an endless, tireless machine.

However, since this is a computer-generated simulation, there will be some enhancements—slight improvements in how the monsters coordinate their attacks or adapt to your strategies.

Right now, Klaus is battling a Mecha Zombie specifically designed for combat and data gathering. Essentially, it's a sparring partner that collects data to help refine the system for this ambitious project.

And with its enhanced combat prowess, Klaus is now experiencing what true combat looks and feels like.

Klaus grinned, seeing the dent in the Mecha Zombie's armor. He pressed the attack, swinging his sword in a wide arc, but the Mecha wasn't done yet. It suddenly unleashed a burst of fire from its hand, forcing Klaus to leap back.

Before he could recover, the Mecha followed up with a sharp blast of ice, freezing the ground in front of it. Klaus slipped slightly but quickly regained his footing. He raised his sword, watching the Mecha carefully.

The Mecha charged again, its blade glowing red with fire energy. It slashed down at Klaus, sending a wave of flames with it. Klaus twisted his body and dodged to the side, but the heat still scorched his arm. He winced but didn't let up.

Klaus retaliated with his own fire-infused slash, aiming for the Mecha's neck. Their swords met again, sparks flying. The Mecha countered immediately, releasing an icy wave that covered Klaus's blade in frost, slowing him down.

Klaus gritted his teeth but a grin on his face. He swung his sword with all his might, shattering the ice around his blade. The Mecha came at him again, alternating between fire and ice attacks. It would slash with a fiery sword one moment, then send shards of ice flying toward him the next.

For a few minutes, the battlefield became a chaotic blend of fire and ice. Klaus dodged, blocked, and countered as best he could.

The Mecha suddenly launched a massive fireball from its chest. Klaus barely had time to react, raising his sword and lacing it with fire essence to deflect the attack.

The fireball exploded on impact, sending flames in all directions. Klaus skidded back, smoke rising from his scorched boots.

"This is exciting," Klaus said with a grin as he slashed his sword, fire essence surging through it. He unleashed a series of fiery arcs, each one aimed directly at the Mecha Zombie.

In response, the Mecha's sword shifted, transforming into a spear. It began spinning the spear rapidly, creating a shield of energy that deflected the fire arcs with ease. Each arc splintered on contact, sending sparks into the air.

Klaus narrowed his eyes. "A spear now? Alright, let's see what you've got," he muttered, gripping his sword tighter.

The dynamic weapon system was something Lucil implemented a few days into the training and testing sessions. It can switch from Sword to Spear and then to Dagger.

And from the way the Zombie is using it, Klaus knew the moment it changes weapon, it gains the expertise to use it. It's kind of a knockoff of his Weapons Overlord Class.

The Mecha didn't waste time. It lunged forward, spinning the spear like a whirlwind, generating both fire and ice as it charged. Klaus barely sidestepped the initial strike, feeling the heat from the fire and the chill from the ice as they grazed past him.

The Mecha pivoted quickly, aiming another strike at Klaus's chest. He blocked the spear with his sword, but the force of the impact sent a shock through his arms. The Mecha spun again, launching an icy spearhead toward him.

Klaus reacted quickly, slicing through the ice spear with his blade, shattering it mid-air. He leaped forward, aiming a powerful slash at the Mecha's side. But the Mecha spun its spear again, this time releasing a fiery explosion that knocked Klaus back once more.

He rolled on the ground and sprang to his feet, his sword glowing with energy.

"You're getting tougher by the minute," Klaus said, his eyes shimmering with excitement. "But it's exciting!"

Klaus knew that if he summoned the Fire Dragon and the Ice Lotus, this battle would be over quickly, defeating the purpose of what they were trying to achieve. He needed to focus on his Moon Slash skill, along with his fire and ice elements, and the Void Piercing Needle.

The Mecha Zombie suddenly changed tactics again. Its spear transformed into a dagger, sleek and deadly. With a swift motion, it lunged at Klaus, aiming for his midsection.

Klaus reacted quickly, ducking under the dagger's thrust. He countered with a fire-infused slash, aiming for the Mecha's arm. The blade connected, leaving a mark but not enough to slow it down.

The Mecha, undeterred, spun around and slashed with the dagger, sending out a wave of ice toward Klaus. He sidestepped just in time, feeling the cold rush past him.

Not giving him a moment to breathe, the Mecha lunged again, this time with a series of quick, precise thrusts. Klaus blocked each one, the sound of clashing metal ringing in his ears.

"What an eye-opening experience," Klaus muttered, defending and countering the attacks as the Mecha switched between weapons. One moment it wielded a dagger, the next a spear, and then a sword. The fluidity was mesmerizing.

As a Weapons Overlord, experiencing this was kind of a revelation. It made him crave more challenges. However, he could feel his energy waning. He knew the Zombie had to be tiring, too. Fighting an opponent four realms above him was exhausting.

The Mecha Zombie swung its dagger again, aiming for Klaus's side. Klaus blocked, but the force of the impact rattled him. Before he could regain his footing, the Mecha switched to its spear and thrust it forward. Klaus rolled to the side, narrowly avoiding the sharp tip.

Suddenly, the Mecha unleashed the Razor Disc, sending it spinning toward Klaus. He reacted quickly, slicing through the disc with his sword, but the attack distracted him just long enough for the Mecha to close in again.

With swift movements, the Mecha launched a series of strings, weaving them expertly in the air. The strings were almost invisible, making them hard to dodge. Klaus felt one brush against his arm, freezing him slightly. He quickly shook it off and focused.

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He could see the 270 bees buzzing behind the Mecha, ready to strike. The Mecha commanded them to swarm Klaus, and he felt a wave of panic.

"Interesting" he muttered, igniting his sword with fire essence. He swung it in a wide arc, creating a barrier of flames that pushed the bees back. The fire sizzled as it met the swarm, neutralizing several of the insects.

The Mecha took this moment to throw the dagger, aiming directly at Klaus's heart. He ducked, narrowly avoiding it, but the dagger embedded itself into the ground behind him.

Klaus seized the opportunity to attack. He lunged forward, channeling his fire essence into a powerful slash. The Mecha quickly shifted to block with its spear, but Klaus's attack was strong.

They collided with a loud crash, sending shockwaves through the air. Klaus could see the tiredness in the Mecha's movements. He pushed forward, using that to his advantage.

The Mecha staggered back, its three spirit weapons swirling around it—Razor Disc, ice strings, and the buzzing bees, all ready to defend. Klaus smiles knowing he has finally found the One True Opponent, even if he is giving it handicaps.

"Uhm Klaus, we have collected all the needed data we needed, you can end the battle if you want" Just when Klaus was about to attack again, Joons voice entered his head.

"Oh, Alright" Klaus smiled and with a flick, the Ice Lotus appeared