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- It seemed to happen all at once, it was over in an instant.
- At the cry of its name Percival seemed to soar into battle, intent on eliminating the zombies before us.
- As Percival cleaved and danced around the zombies, I found myself entranced by the sight, is this really my other self? It seemed so skillful and strong, it was like my complete opposite.
- Am I ready to wield this power?
- No! Concentrate Mash, no time to get distracted.
- Taking a deep breath, I steel myself and slap both of my cheeks and refocus once more on the battle.
- The sting on my cheeks is a lot stronger than I expected, my hands feel odd as well.
- Looking down on myself I yelp in surprise at the sight of my radically changed outfit.
- It was a mix between a bodysuit and medieval armor, its body was black and dark purple in the edges.
- When did I change into this? Was it when I summoned Percival?
- So many questions but I can't get side tracked again. I'll have to think about this later.
- "Raaagh!"
- Oh my, it seems like Percival has dissipated and only three more zombies remained.
- It seems like something I can handle.
- I can do this.
- Taking another deep breath, I take a cautious step forward I place myself far enough that it would be easy for me to run away if something goes wrong.
- "Engaging the enemy."
- And with those words, I leap into the fray.
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- Immediately entering battle, I do a hasty sidestep as a zombie lunges at me.
- Alright now to counter.
- Gathering my courage, I let loose a powerful yell and attempt to punch the zombie.
- Instead of my fist impacting the zombie, a black cross-like shield materializes and caves in the skull of the zombie causing it to collapse down to the ground.
- That's unexpected but not unwelcome.
- I wonder if I have any more abilities hidden away? I'm probably not strong enough for it yet so I'll have to focus on the two remaining zombies for now.
- "Raggggh!"
- Speaking of, they seemed to have become enraged its power seems to have grown quite a bit.
- I'll need some help for this.
- Bracing myself against my shield, I gather the familiar power burning inside of me and let it surge out to summon Percival.
- "Strike them down, Percival!"
- In a flash of blue light Percival reappears and dives forward again letting loose a powerful cleave that cuts deeply into the shoulder of the leftmost zombie and eliminating it.
- The last zombie growls and lunges at Percival, who blocks the lunge and throws the zombie far backwards, this is my chance to finish it!
- "Percival, Cleave!"
- With a flourish, Percival dives forward and swings his sword once more, this time cutting the zombie's neck of with its blade.
- As the zombie falls over dead, Percival disappears leaving me alone to deal with the aftermath of my first battle.
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- With my heartbeat drumming in my ears, I touch every inch and corner of my body to check my status.
- After finding nothing wrong I felt myself grow both calm and giddy at the same time.
- I did it! I won my first battle!
- I, Mash Kyrielight have emerged victorious in battle!
- It seems like I can do it after all.
- And not a single injury to speak of!
- I would jump for joy but it seemed like my adrenaline was wearing off, draining my energy and causing me to slump to the floor.
- It would seem like using my persona in battle uses a lot of energy, and now that my adrenaline was wearing off I feel like I'm about to collapse.
- My body felt like lead and it ached with a throbbing pain that felt like it would be difficult to ignore.
- But I can't give up yet, I still have to look around for the others, I still have to keep going.
- Biting back a wince I force myself up on shaky feet, repressing a groan as my body ached in protest.
- Step by step I inched forward, using my shield as a crutch. I'll have to find the others soon, if I'm doing this badly who knows how they're doing right now.
- I hope they aren't in any trouble.
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