Card of the Day: Power Condensation! This Trap card doubles the power of a FIRE Attribute monster!
Episode 210: Two Burning Souls!
Effigy is lying on the roof of Sector Seven, snoring. He rolls over and yawns as he bumps into someone. He sits up in a hurry
Effigy: Watch it! I thought I said I wanted to take a nap in the sun and I didn't want to be disturbed!
???: Is that any way to talk to your mentor?
He opens his eyes and sees Shaman standing there
Effigy: You…Shaman. Small world! It's been a long time old dude! When did you get here? You should have told me ahead of time! I'd have taken you out for burgers or something!
Shaman: Now is not the time to bring up fast food. Listen, I believe I have found another one
Effigy: Another one? No way…one with the flame?
Shaman: It could be. I have not yet deduced if his power is true, or if he is just a charlatan. That's why I need your help
Effigy: Hey, no worries old dude. I'll go test out that guy's strength right away! So tell me, what's his name?
Shaman: His name is…
Enzan is racing down the road, a sad look on his face and puts a hand to his chest
Opening
At Artemis Stadium, Enzan and Yuji are in a Riding Duel
Yuji: Speed Spell- Speed Energy. Since I have 6 Speed Counters, Spike Warrior gains 1200 attack points [ATK 3600/DEF 900 LV 5]. Destroy his Blue Fire- Volcano Diver!
Spike turns its gun and begins shooting out very fast needles, ripping apart Diver. Enzan cringes [Enzan LP = 0] and slows to a stop. He looks upset for a minute and then he forces a smile
Enzan: Amazing duel! You're getting stronger! Soon enough you'll be beating down those Knights with a blindfold!
Yuji: Enzan, what's going on? You always used to give it 100% in all of your duels. Now you almost seem distracted by something. Why are you so pained in all of your duels?
Enzan: Pained? What are you talking about?! I feel great! See, one-two, one-two, I'm in great condition!
He begins to stretch as Yuji still watches
Yuji: Enzan, that's not what I meant. I meant…is something in your heart feeling pained right now?
Enzan: Well…don't tell Luna or anyone else, but…
Yuji: Enzan, we're friends. You can tell us anything you want.
Enzan: I didn't want to tell anyone but…I have no idea what I want to do, that's all. Tyson said he wants to be a Duel Disk maker. Alice's book is going to be published some day. Takimaru is just heading to the Pro League. Even Cain is now the leader of Sector Seven! What I'm trying to say is that you guys all know what you want to do. It feels like I'm running in place. I have no idea what I want to do.
Yuji: Graduation isn't for a few months. You still have a long time to make a decision
Enzan: That's the point though! Final exams are coming up too and I can't do them unless I know my goals! How can I even fight with you guys if I don't even know anything about myself!? About…about how strong I really am…
Yuji: Enzan…you're strong enough. You've fought with us in every major battle. You shouldn't doubt yourself
Enzan: You don't get it. Every time some really evil guy shows himself, you go right ahead and fight him and all I can do is watch. I can't say I'm strong if I can't even help you guys when you need me most!
Yuji: Enzan, don't say stuff like that about yourself. Indececission is nothing to be worried about. I still don't know what I really want to do. One day, when your destiny calls, I'm sure you'll here it. I'm sorry now, but I have to go
He races off as Enzan stands there. He puts a hand to his chest again.
Effigy: You feel it, don't you?
Enzan freaks out as Effigy is standing close by
Enzan: Don't do that!
Effigy: Don't do what?
Enzan: That creepy ninja thing! People don't just sneak up on other people like that, it's scary!
Effigy: I was trying to be mysterious! It's called building the mood you idiot!
Enzan: Building the mood?! What kind of weirdo builds mood by sneaking up on someone!?
Effigy: Gr…look, I don't have time for something like this! I came to talk to you. Listen, you've been feeling something recently right? Like a candle in your heart slowly lightning it up?
Enzan: Wha…what do you mean!? How on earth do you know about all that?!
Effigy: I just know and let's leave it at that. I can tell you what it means Enzan. I can answer all of your questions and tell you more about yourself than even you know. All you have to do is come to this address
He reaches into his pocket and pulls out a piece of paper. He throws it at Enzan, who turns it over to read
Enzan: Eggs, milk, orange juice?
Effigy: Uh sorry…on the back
Enzan: You wrote it on the back of your shopping list?
Effigy: Shut up! I was low on paper alright!? Look, just go to the address on the piece of paper and you'll get your questions answered. I can tell you how to use the power deep inside of you. Remember that.
He turns and begins to walk away. Enzan turns it over and reads the address as his eyes widen. Effigy heads towards his D- Wheel and turns around, taking the paper back
Effigy: On second thought, I need this back
He gets on his D- Wheel and takes off. Enzan looks down and closes his eyes, holding a hand to his chest
Enzan: My…true power.
Cain is writing a paper at his desk when someone knocks on the door. Cain keeps writing
Cain: It's open
Enzan walks in looking nervous as Cain looks up and stands
Cain: Enzan?
Enzan: Cain…there's a favor I need to ask you.
Cain: I'll do whatever I can. Anything at all, just ask
Enzan: I…I need to go to Meztallia.
Cain: Meztallia? Why do you want to go there? George already cleared everything out. It's nothing but an empty cave now.
Enzan: I can't explain it okay?! You just need to know I have to be there really soon okay?! Just trust me on this.
Cain: It's really that important to you isn't it?
Enzan: More than anything right now…
Cain: Then you don't need to explain it. I'll send you right on your way. I'll even give you a private pilot
Enzan: You…you will?! Thank you! Nothing I ever do can thank you for that!
Cain: Don't worry about it. Michael's gone now, so I need to be a better man. I'll help out anyone in need. Because that's what he would do
Enzan: …Cain…you won't regret this, I promise! I'll be sure to make it up to you no matter what!
He leaves the room and Cain gives a tiny hint of a smile. Effigy is in Meztallia facing Shaman
Shaman: The deed has been done?
Effigy: Yeah, he should be showing up soon if he has the guts. Oh, by the way, here's your milk.
Shaman begins to drink as he looks at some kind of altar
Shaman: And so the truth will soon come out
Over the barren wasteland, a plane flies over the dust. Enzan is looking out the window at the dirt below.
Enzan: Land here!
The jet lands on the ground and Enzan jumps out
Enzan: Wait here kay? This shouldn't take long
Pilot: Yes sir!
Enzan: Jeez, calling me sir. Makes me feel embarrassed…
He walks to the cliff face and enters inside the cave.
Enzan: This is the place where we lost Solana…I don't why that Effigy guy wants me here.
He gets on an elevator and it takes him down to the cave. He looks around as Effigy stands there
Effigy: You came. I actually didn't expect you to. Come on, follow me. It's a little deeper in the cave
He walks and Enzan follows him. They arrive at the altar as Shaman stands there
Shaman: It has been a long time Enzan Takeru
Enzan: You! You're that old guy!
Effigy: Told you
Shaman: I am NOT an old guy. Listen, Enzan, if you want your questions answered, you must fight Effigy here.
Enzan: What?! I don't want to fight him!
Effigy: That's because you're scared. Obviously you don't want answers. Don't even know why you came then
Enzan: I'm not scared! Gr…fine! If you're going to act like that!
Effigy: That's the spirit!
Both activates their Duel Disks
Both: Duel!
Enzan vs Effigy! [Effigy LP = 4000][Enzan LP = 4000]
Shaman: Time for my answer.
Enzan: I'll start! I summon Blue Fire- Black Knight [ATK 1800/DEF 1500 LV 4]. Then I set a card and end my turn. Come on; let's see what you're made of! From what Yuji told me, this guy uses a Red- Eyes deck. That means if I destroy his Dragon right away, his strategy shatters
Effigy: Alright, my turn. I summon Sangan in defense mode [ATK 1000/DEF 600 LV 3]. Then I set two cards and end my turn.
Enzan: That's it? Just a defense monster?
Effigy: Greatest defense is the best offense
Enzan: Man, whatever! My turn. I summon Blue Fire- Meteor Man [ATK 1500/DEF 1500 LV 4]. Take this! I attack Sangan with Blue Fire- Black Knight. Whenever he attacks, he deals Piercing damage to the opponent! Go, Black Sword!
It cuts through Sangan. Flames spread from its destruction and hit Effigy as he steps back, taking 1200 points of damage [Effigy LP = 2800]
Effigy: When Sangan is destroyed, I add a monster of 1500 or less attack points from my deck to my hand. I choose Red- Eyes Black Chick
Enzan: I was right! He is going to try and summon Red- Eyes! Well he won't be able to do it! I attack directly with Blue Fire- Meteor Man! Meteor Stream!
It fires out many meteors that pepper Effigy and bring him to his knees, dealing 1500 points of damage [Effigy LP = 1300]
Effigy: Maybe I shouldn't have left myself so open
Enzan: I'm not done with you yet! I'm going to end this duel right here and right now! Trap card, Urgent Tuning. This lets me Synchro Summon during the Battle Phase if there is a Tuner and non Tuner monsters out on the field. I tune my level 4 Blue Fire- Black Knight and level 4 Blue Fire- Meteor Man
Man becomes 4 rings that Knight flies through, becoming 4 stars [4 + 4 = 8]
Shaman: It's coming
Enzan: The flames of justice burn with the hottest fire. Burn on, blue flames of justice! Synchro Summon, Blue Tempest Dragon [ATK 2800/DEF 2000 LV 8]. Now, direct attack!
Effigy: Don't think so! Trap card, Conflicting Flames. When my opponent summons a monster with a level of 7 or more, I summon Red-Eyes Black Dragon instantly from my hand in defense mode [ATK 2400/DEF 2000 LV 7]
Enzan: No problem! Take it out Tempest! Enzan Fire!
Red- Eyes is burned away as Effigy only grins.
Enzan: I'm so gonna win now! Your main monster is totally gone! Get ready to cough up answers! I end my turn
Effigy: Sorry, I don't feel the need to cough right now. My turn. I summon Red- Eyes Black Chick [ATK 800/DEF 500 LV 1]. Now the Spell card Monster Reincarnation. This lets me discard one monster and add a monster card in my graveyard to my hand. And what other card would I put in my hand but Red- Eyes Black Dragon? By releasing a Red- Eyes Black Chick, I also get to Special Summon Red- Eyes Black Dragon [ATK 2400/DEF 2000 LV 7]
Enzan: Whoa, uh oh! Wait, why am I scared?! Blue Tempest Dragon is still more powerful than it!
Effigy: See man, that's your mistake. Judging a monster by what it initially appears to be. Trap card, Metalmorph. This equips to a monster and raises its power by 300 [ATK 2700/DEF 2000 LV 7]. And whenever he attacks, half that monsters power is added to Red- Eyes [ATK 4100/DEF 2000 LV 7]
Enzan: 4000 attack points?!
Effigy: Go get him! Black Fire Pellet!
It shoots a fireball and blows up Dragon. Enzan screams and falls back as he loses 1300 life points [Enzan LP = 2700]
Effigy: I set a card and end my turn. See that Shaman!? I totally got him!
Shaman hits him on the head with his staff
Shaman: Fool! I told you to leave that dragon out!
Effigy: Hey stuff it old man! A duelist doesn't think about that sort of stuff! They just get into the zone, you know?!
Shaman: That monster was the only way to rate his power and you destroyed it too soon! And stop calling me old man!
Effigy: Don't complain about the quality of the job as long as it gets done! And by the way, old guy old guy old guy old guy old guy!
Shaman: How dare you!?
Enzan: Hey! Stop ignoring me! You're going on about my power and all that! Well I'll show you! My turn. I summon Blue Fire- Coal Picker [ATK 1300/DEF 300 LV 4]. Once per turn, using his effect, I revive a Blue Fire monster with decreased power and no effect. I revive Blue Fire- Black Knight [ATK 800/DEF 1500 LV 4]. Here we go! I tune the level 4 Blue Fire- Black Knight and level 4 Blue Fire- Coal Picker
Picker becomes 4 rings that Knight flicks his reins and gallops through, becoming 4 stars [4 + 4 = 8]
Enzan: Synchro Summon! Defend me, Blue Fire- Unbreakable Fortress [ATK 0/DEF 3000 LV 8]. My monster can't be destroyed by effects and he has no attack points. That means your Red- Eyes won't be able to break through it! It won't deal any damage to me as long as this card waits on the field. Let's see you try and destroy this one! I set a card and end my turn
Effigy: Oo, a powerful monster. I can't wait to shatter it into a thousand pieces. My turn. Enzan, it's true my Red- Eyes can't destroy your Fortress. But you are wrong in saying I can't damage you! From my hand, I use the Spell card Inferno Fire Blast
Enzan: Inferno Fire Blast? Isn't that one of the names for Red- Eyes's attack?
Effigy: When I use this card, I have to skip the Battle Phase. But because I used this card when Red- Eyes Black Dragon was on the field, you take 2400 points of damage instantly rather than me having to fight.
Enzan: 2400 direct damage?!
Effigy: Burn it up Red- Eyes!
It shoots a ball of fire and hits Enzan. He screams as he is thrown against a wall [Enzan LP = 300] and slides to the ground
Effigy: Won't be long now. I end my turn
Enzan: D…damn it!
Shaman: Enzan, do you know Effigy is leading right now? You became too overconfident. A duelist never overlooks what the opponent summons, no matter what it is. That one error in judgment will now cost you the duel. Tell me Enzan, this low level of power, do you really think it will make any difference? Do you think you are strong enough the way you are to protect your friends?
Enzan: I…I…I want to become stronger!
Effigy: Then show me! Show me you can defeat Effigy and unlock your inner powers!
Enzan: I will…I will! My turn! I use De- Synchro. Now I defuse Unbreakable Fortress into Blue Fire- Black Knight [ATK 1800/DEF 1500 LV 4] and Blue Fire- Coal Picker [ATK 1300/DEF 300 LV 4]. Now by releasing him, I can summon Blue Fire- Melted Reaper [ATK ?/DEF ? LV 8]
Effigy: Really? It's a little weak man.
Enzan: Really? I think not! Blue Fire0 Melted Reaper gains 300 attack points for all monsters in both graveyards. There are a total of 6 [ATK 1800/DEF 1800 LV 8]
Effigy: It's a little low on attack points you know?
Enzan: No way! Trap card, Power Condensation! This doubles the power of a FIRE type monster. This makes Reaper's power 3600! [ATK 3600/DEF 1800 LV 8]. Get his Red- Eyes!
Reaper takes its scythe and rushes towards Red- Eyes, slicing it in two. Effigy looks in awe as he loses 900 life points [Effigy LP = 400].
Effigy: This guy took out Red- Eyes…now I can't let him get away with this, test or not.
Enzan: Alright, I end my turn with that! At this time, my monster's power returns to normal [ATK 1800/DEF 1800 LV 8]. Oh, and a set card.
Effigy: My turn. This card is…hey old guy! I drew it! Want me to just finish things here, or continue this little façade?
Shaman: I've seen everything I needed to. This must be the limit of his power. Just end the duel now.
Effigy: You got it old guy! I use the Spell card Foolish Burial. This lets me take a monster in my deck and dump it into the graveyard. I pick Red- Eyes Darkness Dragon. Get ready for this Enzan; I'm going to show you my true power! I use the Spell card Dragon's Mirror. This lets me fuse Dragon type monsters in the graveyard. I fuse Red- Eyes Black Chick, Red- Eyes Black Dragon, and Red- Eyes Darkness Dragon. I'll show you it. The rare monster I only bring out in cases like this. Show yourself, Red- Eyes Trident Dragon!
Fire bursts out of the ground and it appears [ATK 4000/DEF 2000 LV 11]
Enzan: Red- Eyes…Trident Dragon?!
Effigy: It's been a blast Enzan! But I've got a deadline to meet, so I'll just hurry up and crush you! Go, Trinity Fire Black!
The three heads shoot out fireballs that head towards Enzan. He looks in shock as they get closer
Shaman: Yes Effigy. Push him to his very outer limits. The limits of his powers. Let's see the lengths of which his power sinks. If he is the one we're searching for.
Enzan screams as the fireballs hit Reaper and the fire hits him
Ending