A New Trick

Tate stood in front of the Pirate with his sword at the ready, smirking at his opponent.

"You know, if I hadn't sparred with you previously, it would be hard to see you as a threat." The Pirate grinned. "A beach guy in swimming trunks doesn't exactly intimidate, even with a sword in hand."

"But since you helped create me, you know not to underestimate me based on my appearance." Tate replied. "You also left my skill set up to Hugh's discretion, so you don't know all of my capabilities. And don't forget that I've wiped the sand with you each time we've fought."

"All true, but I'm not going to give up all the same. Continuing to challenge you will help me improve, and I need to help my allies defeat your girlfriend. Since you won't step aside to let me pass, then a fight it is!"

"As you wish, but you have no chance against Wasila or me. She's going to kill your friends, and I'll save her the trouble of killing you by taking you out myself. Let's get on with this, Pirate!"

"Ha, the two of you are normally so relaxed living the beach life I set up for you. You seem to be having fun playing villainous roles. Well I accept your challenge, don't hold back Tate!"

The Pirate drew his sword and rushed at Tate. He attempted multiple strikes, but each were blocked by Tate's blade. Tate went on the offensive as well, but the Pirate was able to elude the slashes directed at him. The Pirate then lept back a few feet, giving himself a chance to draw his second sword. The sword lit up into a laser sword, and the Pirate slashed the air multiple times. Several laser blasts generated from the sword and swiftly closed in on Tate. Tate dove out of the way just in time to avoid getting singed, instead feeling the heat of the sand he landed facedown in.

"Yikes, hot hot hot!" Tate laughed as he stood back up. "Remind me to take a dip after we finish you guys off! Kudos for the laser blasts though, that was new at least."

"Yeah, I did some upgrades on the sword. I've been overdue for some kind of long range attack."

"True, but you're not the only one with a trick like that." Tate boasted as he began slashing the air with his own sword. "Time to see your dodging prowess Pirate!"

To be continued....

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Training World Arc

Prior stories/chapters from this plotline:

- Team Janet vs Team Sic - https://theprose.com/post/467594/team-janet-vs-team-sic

- A New Adventure Begins! A 20 Word Teaser! (Chapter 109) - https://theprose.com/post/469384/a-new-adventure-begins-a-20-word-teaser

- Coffee And Dreams (Chapter 110) - https://theprose.com/post/469464/coffee-and-dreams

- Infected City Arc Closure (Chapter 111) - https://theprose.com/post/470462/infected-city-arc-closure

A New Dimension - The Training World (Chapter 112) - https://theprose.com/post/472712/a-new-dimension-the-training-world

Training, Or Vacation? (Chapter 113) - https://theprose.com/post/476376/training-or-vacation

The Hub (Chapter 114) - https://theprose.com/post/478137/the-hub

Janet vs Leftover: Rematch? (Chapter 115) - https://theprose.com/post/481194/janet-vs-leftover-rematch

Follow Up (Chapter 116) - https://theprose.com/post/484088/follow-up

Catching Up (Chapter 117) - https://theprose.com/post/484441/catching-up

Portal To The Next Fight (Chapter 118) - https://theprose.com/post/491899/portal-to-the-next-fight

Clash of the Mages (Chapter 119) - https://theprose.com/post/499792/clash-of-the-mages

Team Essie (Chapter 120) - https://theprose.com/post/502330/team-essie