Early in the morning, all the spectators had already found their seats, excitedly waiting for the match to begin.
The host, Jellal Fernandez, gave an inspiring speech and then announced the point rankings at the end of the fourth stage of the Grand Magic Games:
"First place, Sabertooth, with a total of 49 points!"
"Second place, Fairy Tail Second Team, with a total of 40 points!"
"Third place, Fairy Tail First Team, with a total of 32 points!"
"Fourth place, Grimoire Heart, with a total of 30 points!"
"Fifth place, Lamia Scale, with a total of 22 points!"
"Sixth place, Crime Sorcière, with a total of 19 points!"
"Among them, Raven Tail was disqualified for cheating and removed from the rankings, while the contestants from Blue Pegasus withdrew after losing their combat capability. Currently, there are six teams remaining."
"To ensure the upcoming battles are more balanced, we have introduced a magic power test. All contestants can be ranked based on their strength through this."
As the host's voice fell, a floating crystal orb appeared in the center of the arena. As long as magic was cast on the orb, a strength value would appear.
Gajeel looked excited: "Interesting, I also want to see what rank I can get."
Jellal smiled slightly: "Just looking at magic power? That kind of thing can't measure true strength."
Cana said confidently: "Finally, it's my turn to show my face. I'll let you all see my strength."
She strode forward, directly took off her coat, and revealed her tall figure, drawing gasps of admiration from many old perverts.
Carla saw the red markings on her arm and said in shock: "She's going to use that?"
Makarov was also greatly shocked: "No way!"
Mavis moved her small ears and smiled happily: "It seems Cana has already mastered Fairy Glitter."
Back then, the Super Magic she gave Cana had a limit on the number of uses; if she couldn't comprehend it in time, the Super Magic would disappear once used up.
In the arena, Cana raised her right arm high, and a brilliant golden light soared into the sky, illuminating the entire arena.
"Gather! O river of light that guides the fairies! Shine! In order to perish the fangs of evil!"
"Fairy Glitter!"
Boom!
Accompanied by the chant, a terrifying explosive sound echoed through the clouds. Under everyone's shocked gazes, the Magic Power Test Crystal was directly blown apart.
Finally, the number was displayed.
"9999!"
The host shouted in disbelief: "What on earth is going on? The Magic Power Testing Device actually exploded!"
"However, 9999 is by no means Cana's true strength; this is only the upper limit of the Magic Power Test Crystal, not Cana's upper limit."
"Perhaps the audience doesn't know, but a score of 300 is already the strength of a Magic Council Squad Captain. A score of 9999 is unprecedented!"
These words caused a shock throughout the venue. Since everyone knew about the Magic Council, using them as a comparison finally gave everyone a direct understanding of Cana's strike—it was likely stronger than a full-power strike from one of the Ten Wizard Saints.
"That Cana is also an S-Class Mage of Fairy Tail, said to be newly promoted."
"What kind of magic is that? I've never seen it before!"
Many guild members felt it was an exaggeration. Was there some mistake? This unknown Cana was also this strong?
However, there were rumors that she was Gildarts' daughter, though no one knew if it was true or false.
The host, Jellal Fernandez, shouted passionately: "There's no other way, we will proceed directly to the fifth stage of the competition: the Slay the General, Seize the Flag offense and defense battle!"
"The illusory magic space is open once again. Inside is an unknown town. All team members with combat capability will enter it, divided into five locations. They must protect their own flag while capturing the enemy's flag, and the flags cannot be stored in hidden spaces."
"The match has a time limit of 24 hours. After the time ends, a team gets ten points for every flag they possess, and ten points are deducted if they have no flag."
This match made people whisper. It seemed a bit unfair this time; Fairy Tail had too many people, while many main forces of other guilds had been wiped out. Lamia Scale and Crime Sorcière only had three people who could fight.
A clever fellow explained: "What are you talking about? This isn't just a competition of numbers and force, but also of wisdom and decision-making. Since Fairy Tail has more people, the other guilds will definitely form alliances and might even prioritize eliminating Fairy Tail."
"That's right. With more people, the target is larger. Fairy Tail members will definitely be treated as the primary targets. There's no need to rush to deal with Crime Sorcière, which has fewer people."
"Having more people doesn't necessarily mean being stronger. A truly powerful person can take on ten alone. Let's just keep watching."
Everyone suddenly understood; so there was such a strategy. If that was the case, the Fairy Tail Guild might not necessarily win.
"Since there are many members whose injuries from previous battles haven't recovered, after registration, the following contestants remain."
"Sabertooth members: Minerva, Sting, Rogue, Rufus, Orga Nanagear."
"Fairy Tail Second Team: Acnologia, Irene, Natsu, Juvia, Elfman, Gajeel."
"Grimoire Heart: Zancrow, Kain Hikaru, Azuma."
"Fairy Tail First Team: Gildarts, Laxus, Erza, Gray, Cana, Mirajane, Wendy."
"Lamia Scale: Lyon, Richard, Sherria."
"Crime Sorcière: Jellal, Ultear, Meredy."
"Now, please, contestants, enter the arena!"
Many contestants walked out, and the illusory magic space emitted light that enveloped everyone as they entered.
This place was just like the maze town in the second stage, comparable in size to Magnolia Town, except now each team had an area and could set traps or defensive magic circles within it.
Acnologia looked at the large black flag in his hand; this was their flag. As long as they protected it for six hours without it being taken, they wouldn't lose.
Of course, being timid was not their guild's style!
"I'm going to grab the flags!"
Natsu immediately rushed out excitedly and disappeared in a flash.
Juvia looked helpless: "We haven't even discussed tactics yet."
She suddenly thought of something, her face turned red, and she immediately ran off.
Gajeel said confidently: "What tactics do we need? Just start fighting."
He waved his hand: "You guys protect the flag; this great one is going to battle."
"A real man must fight!"
Elfman immediately raised his fist and then ran off in a different direction.
Irene asked: "What about us?"
Acnologia said with a smile: "Do you think anyone can take the flag from my hands?"
"That's true!"
Irene chuckled: "Then I'll go get an explanation for Lucy first. Since that little girl likes to play so much, I'll play with her."
In all these years, this was the first time someone had triggered her killing intent. She hoped that little girl wouldn't regret it.
"Go ahead. It doesn't matter if you destroy that guild."
Acnologia said indifferently, then sat down on a roadside chair and casually stuck the flag into the ground.
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