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Chapter 42: Live from the Demon Fortress!

The fierce battle raged on.

The air was thick with smoke, sparks, and raw power. Safari and Karnath's clash echoed through the fortress, while Angeleva and Syltha's duel painted the sky with radiant light and shadowy flames.

And, of course, Ian was still commentating.

Ian (Narrating):
"Welcome back, galactic viewers! If you thought the last round was intense, buckle up because we are entering the ultimate showdown! Safari big bro's relentless rampage against Karnath the Executioner continues! On the other side, the legendary spectacle of Angeleva versus Syltha the Soulbinder is in full swing! And I? Well, I'm just the handsome narrator trying not to get squished by flying rubble!"

Safari gripped his massive hammer tightly, his muscles burning with adrenaline. Karnath lunged forward, his massive axe pulsing with dark energy.

Every swing from the demon general caused massive cracks in the walls.

Ian:
"Oh-ho! Karnath's swinging like he's trying to chop down the biggest tree in the galaxy! But Safari big broβ€”look at him! Dodging like a boss, countering with that absurdly oversized hammer! I mean, who even carries a weapon like that without a space forklift?!"

Safari spun, his hammer glowing red with celestial energy. He slammed it into the ground, causing a massive shockwave that sent Karnath stumbling. It was Devil Hammer Shock.

Safari:
"Still standing? Or do you need a little nap?"

Ian:
"Boom! Did you see that?! Safari big bro's trash talk is almost as powerful as his hammer! I swear, this guy has a PhD in Smack Talkology!"

Karnath roared in frustration, summoning black chains from the floor once again. They shot toward Safari, but this time, Safari grinned.

Ian:
"Oh no, not the chains again! Wait... wait a minute! What is he doing?! He's grabbing them!"

Safari wrapped the chains around his own fists, using them like gauntlets. He tugged, pulling Karnath forward and delivering a devastating punch straight to the demon's face.

Ian:
"That's a one-way ticket to Painville, population: Karnath! Safari big bro, you magnificent lunatic!"

Meanwhile, Angeleva and Syltha continued their sky-bound duel. Angeleva spun gracefully, her wings shimmering as she avoided Syltha's flames. The demon general unleashed a barrage of fiery tendrils, but Angeleva countered with a blinding burst of Fairy Radiance.

Ian (Switching Focus):
"And up in the air, our fairy queen is absolutely putting on a show! Syltha's flames are like a bad date β€” clingy and impossible to get rid of! But Angeleva? She's shining like she's at a galactic ball!"

Syltha, visibly enraged, unleashed her most devastating move β€” Soulbinder's Howl. A deafening, monstrous wail erupted from her, distorting the air and causing Angeleva to wince in pain. The sound waves shattered the stone walls and sent shockwaves through the fortress.

Ian:
"Oh no! Syltha's screaming like a banshee at a space karaoke night! Angeleva's struggling, folks! Can she pull through?!"

But as the echoes faded, Angeleva's golden aura ignited once more. She raised her wand and channeled a powerful beam of purifying light β€” Fairy Justice Beam.

Angeleva:
"Enough of your wailing, Syltha!"

The beam shot forward, cutting through the air and colliding with Syltha's flames. The explosion of light and darkness illuminated the entire fortress.

Ian (Amazed):
"I can't believe it! That was like watching a supernova explode from point-blank range! Angeleva, you absolute legend!"

Back on the ground, Olive was still guarding Jen and Zack, her nerves calming as she adjusted to the intense environment. Every time a stray demon tried to approach, Olive's plasma gun made quick work of them.

Ian (Turning Camera to Olive):
"And here we have our protective mama bear, Olive! She's been blasting demons like a pro, and honestly, I think even Safari big bro would be proud. Just look at that steady aim! Did she take blaster lessons, or is this pure adrenaline-fueled talent?"

Olive:
"Ian, if you don't shut up, I swear I'll test this blaster on you next."

Ian (Laughing nervously):
"Ah, the sweet sound of friendship."

Zack, now feeling a little recovered from his previous healing efforts, smiled up at Olive.

Zack:
"You're doing great, Olive. We all are."

Jen nodded in agreement, holding her last batch of cookies.

Jen:
"Next round of cookies is on me after this battle!"

Ian:
"You hear that, folks? Survive the demon generals, and we get cookies! If that's not the best motivation, I don't know what is!"

The camera cut back to Safari, who was now going all out against Karnath. The two locked in a final clash, power surging around them.

Ian:
"This is it! The unstoppable force versus the immovable mountain! Who's going to give in first? Spoiler alert β€” it's not Safari big bro!"

Safari roared, raising his hammer high. Flames and dark energy swirled around him as he channeled his most powerful attack.

Safari:
"DEVIL HAMMER SMASH!"

The hammer came crashing down, engulfing Karnath in a massive explosion. The entire fortress shook, and Karnath was sent crashing through the stone walls.

Ian (Screaming in Excitement):
"Ladies and gentlemen! Safari big bro just turned Karnath into a demon-shaped pancake! Unbelievable!"

But even as the dust settled, both generals were still standing, though visibly weakened. Safari and Angeleva exchanged a glance from across the battlefield.

Safari:
"Time to finish this."

Angeleva:
"Together."

Ian (Dramatic Voice):
"Oh, you bet your planetary credits this is going to be epic! Stay tuned, because the finale is just around the corner!"