Stark vs Linie

The wind howled across the ruined castle, a fitting chorus to the clash of steel. Young Stark, heart thudding against ribs, faced Linie, a demon wielding the stolen might of Eisen, his legendary mentor. Linie, cold and precise, mirrored Eisen's every move, each blowing a phantom of the hero's legacy. Stark stumbled, bruised and battered.

In a desperate gambit, Stark channelled his fear into fury. He abandoned defence, a wild dance of desperation meeting Linie's practiced calm. Her surprise, a fleeting flicker in her crimson eyes, gave Stark the opening he needed. With a guttural roar, he lunged, his blade finding purchase on her shoulder. He pressed his attack, not with borrowed technique, but with the sheer will to survive, to protect his friends. As dawn bled onto the horizon, Linie fell. In his ragged breaths, he tasted not just victory, but the promise of a future etched in his own, hard-won strength.

Detailed Information:

• Manga debut: Chapter 20
• Anime debut: Episode 9