The Last Paragon in the Apocalypse Chapter 1524: The Mad Hunter (6)

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Previously on The Last Paragon in the Apocalypse...
Klaus's father, Uncle Ziggy, and his uncles, including Hunter, fight against overwhelming forces sent by the Heaven's Court. They are intercepted while trying to reach the Beast Universe, facing gods and demigods, with Klaus watching remotely. Klaus's mother, Elysia, the Angel of Death, joins the battle, showcasing her incredible power by instantly killing a goddess. The Heaven's Court continues to send reinforcements, escalating the conflict.

"This is quite absurd. One would think that with the entirety of the 25th Heavens Army surrounding them, they would finally have reached their breaking point. It appears they are exceeding all expectations."

"Truly astonishing. It seems the parents of a paragon are far more formidable than we initially assumed."

"I find it utterly disgraceful for an official legion of the Heavens Court to exhibit such weakness. I would have personally put an arrow through that redhead’s hair before he issued another command to his swords."

"Actually, he isn’t commanding his swords. Those are all sentient undead weapons. They can operate independently without the Mad Hunter’s direct control."

"Pray tell, what exactly do you mean by that?"

"As I stated, each sword possesses capabilities akin to a demigod."

"Good heavens. There are approximately ten thousand of those swords on the battlefield. Does this imply the Mad Hunter commands over 10,000 demigods?"

"That is precisely what makes him so terrifying."

"Damn."

It was difficult for people to comprehend that despite the presence of over 100,000 warriors, seven individuals remained standing, fighting with ferocious intensity as if there were no end in sight.

By this point, Hunter, Lady Elysia, and the Blood Guards were all stained crimson from head to toe. The blood of their vanquished foes coated their bodies, lending them a terrifying and deadly appearance.

As additional ships descended, the pressure intensified. However, for beings who had fled from thousands, slain thousands, and all the while protected an egg, it was impossible to determine if they possessed any limits.

Abruptly, Uncle Jojo’s shirt tore off, and several tattoos adorning his body began to glow.

As they illuminated, an overwhelming sensation swept across the battlefield, sending shivers down everyone’s spines.

"Show yourselves."

On his left arm, a tattoo depicting a gauntlet with a lion’s head covered his limb, while a similar tattoo featuring a wolf’s head adorned his right arm.

His body erupted with such potent ice energy that the instant he moved, the very space beneath his feet fractured. For a warrior of his brute strength, his speed was utterly overwhelming.

Before a demigod could even react, a devastating punch connected, severing its head. It was a clean, swift strike, appearing and disappearing in the blink of an eye.

Another demigod managed to parry one fist, but the other, howling like a wolf, pierced through its chest, obliterating its heart.

He was already on the next target, their bodies shattering like ice with each impactful blow.

Suddenly, an arrow streaked past Hunter, heading directly for Uncle Xian, who had just cleaved a demigod in two with his axe.

"Mark!"

Before Hunter could finish his warning, a shield materialized, intercepting the arrow. A powerful shockwave emanated from the impact, forcefully pushing everyone back.

Hunter turned and saw a True God drawing his bow once more... He clenched his teeth, fury blazing in his eyes. "I’m sick of this damn nonsense."

"Ziggy, take care of these curs. They brought this upon themselves."

Uncle Ziggy nodded, and the armor plating on his chest also shattered, revealing a moderately muscular physique. He had been anticipating this moment for quite some time.

"As we’ve said, all of you brought this upon yourselves."

A tattoo on his right arm flared, and the revolver in his hand underwent a transformation, morphing into the appearance of a futuristic Elemental Revolver.

He tossed it upwards, and it dramatically expanded, reaching a colossal size of 40 meters. The cylinder became loaded with all eight elemental bullets, each imbued with power sufficient to slay a god.

Instantly, his entire presence exuded the aura of a death demon.

"NOW!"

Uncle Ziggy commanded, and his teammates moved with incredible speed, appearing behind him. Then, to the astonished gaze of everyone present, his body transformed, growing to a towering height of 30 meters.

His hand gripped the trigger, and the universe bore witness to the true might of a Gunslinger.

"Perish, you insignificant worms!"

"Aegis Elemental Rain!" His voice boomed, reverberating across the battlefield and seizing everyone’s attention.

The entire battlefield erupted with a dazzling display of elemental colors.

Fire blazed in red hues, water cascaded in blue, lightning crackled in yellow, and all the other elements followed suit.

Across the vast expanse of the battlefield, whether they were immortals, demigods, or even gods, wherever the gun was aimed, bodies plummeted, their lifeblood being siphoned by the revolver.

This weapon is Uncle Ziggy’s soul weapon, known as the [Aegis Elemental Revolver]. It unleashes all eight elements in a deadly torrent of bullets. Although Uncle Ziggy possesses an innate affinity for only lightning and fire, this formidable weapon grants him the ability to wield all eight elements.

Thus, with his resolve set on annihilating every last warrior, he ensured that by the time his energy reserves were depleted, a significant portion of the enemy forces would have been eradicated.

The goddess who had attacked with an arrow attempted to evade the elemental barrage, but a heat-seeking enchantment ensured that the bullets relentlessly pursued her, regardless of her direction.

In the end, a dark bullet overwhelmed her, destroying her physical form, though her soul managed to escape the destruction.

Within a mere two minutes, Uncle Ziggy had, single-handedly, eliminated over 60,000 warriors, including thirteen gods and 6,004 demigods.

Over 70,000 individuals sustained injuries, with many teetering on the brink of death.

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The entire universe was plunged into a stunned silence, an unbelievable sight that left everyone speechless. Not a single sound could be heard, and all typing ceased as no one dared to move their fingers, let alone type a comment.

The ongoing battle came to an abrupt halt. Survivors began pulling away those they could save, while Hunter's formidable weapons continued to eliminate as many adversaries as possible.

Soon, all acts of killing ceased. Hunter then placed a hand on Uncle Ziggy's shoulder.

"Nicely done, Ziggy."

Uncle Ziggy's smile widened as he responded, "I have waited an exceptionally long time to wield this weapon against them. Today, they fulfilled my dreams. I can depart this world knowing I claimed their lives with my Aegis."

"THEN YOU ALL SHOULD PERISH!"

A booming voice echoed, and instantly, the atmosphere in the area transformed. The void itself cracked, and a lethal spear shot forth, streaking through the air like a guided missile. A Supreme, one of the ninety-eight prominent figures within the 25th Heavens Army, arrived by traversing the void at incredible speed, sacrificing half of his life force in the process.

"MOUNTAIN FORTRESS!"

Without a moment's hesitation, Uncle Mark unleashed his ultimate defensive technique, conjuring a colossal mountain comprised of metallic shields, each two meters thick. He meticulously layered them one after another, positioning himself directly behind them to intercept the incoming spear.

*BOOOOOOM*

The spear impacted the shield and detonated with immense force, sending Uncle Mark hurtling backward. Blood erupted from his mouth, nose, and eyes.

"MARK!" Hunter bellowed, his eyes blazing crimson as he vanished, reappearing above Uncle Mark, who had already lost consciousness and likely suffered grievous soul damage. Just as Hunter reached out to him, a sword emerged from nowhere, slashing towards his face. Hunter immediately released Uncle Mark and twisted his body, narrowly evading the blade.

The wielder of the sword materialized, also a Supreme, his gaze burning with intense fury. "Die!" he roared, launching another assault, disregarding Uncle Mark entirely and focusing solely on Hunter.

Meanwhile, on the other side, Lady Elysia engaged the second Supreme. Her movements remained as elegant as ever. However, despite her prior success in eliminating over five gods, this Supreme proved to be a far more formidable opponent. This fact became starkly clear when a sudden, forceful strike to her shoulder sent her flying backward. She attempted to regain her balance, recognizing the sheer power behind the attack, which far surpassed anything she had endured before, but she found herself unable to do so.

Fortunately, Uncle Jojo managed to catch her. However, they were both instantly immobilized when the Supreme wielding the spear suddenly appeared overhead, unleashing a deadly strike aimed directly at Lady Elysia's head.

Time seemed to stretch and slow.

Hunter found himself surrounded by one Supreme and three gods. Uncle Ziggy was similarly encircled by a god and four demigods. Uncle Xian and James were pinned down by dozens of demigods. As for Uncle Mark, a demigod was already streaking towards his unconscious form.

The conflict had escalated to a point where the entire scene became a blur of intense action. Yet, amidst this state of profound suspended reality, a dark sword materialized, and a Supreme's head soared through the air.