From Human to Skeleton: Revived with Infinite System Crystals

"Rook, advance to G4," Ty commanded, his voice firm. The Obsidian Sentinel rumbled to life, its massive, stone-like form moving forward. As it reached G4, it emanated a protective aura, the infernal glyphs etched into its body glowing brightly. It stood as a bulwark, a guardian to protect Ty's flank.

Aldric watched, his eyes narrowing slightly. "Reinforcing, are we?" he murmured, almost to himself. His gaze shifted to the Sapphire Enchantress, her icy aura still radiating power. He wasn't done yet—not by a long shot.

He reached for yet another Life Coin, his fingers brushing over its cool surface before placing it onto the Sapphire Enchantress once more. The Queen glowed brighter, her sapphire robes shimmering like the surface of a frozen lake.

"Sapphire Enchantress, Spectral Freeze," Aldric declared.

The frost intensified, spreading from the Enchantress and moving towards Ty's Rook. The temperature around the Obsidian Sentinel dropped sharply, frost beginning to form along its base. Ty's eyes widened—he needed to act fast. The frost was creeping in, threatening to immobilize another of his key pieces.

"Phillis," Ty called out, his voice urgent, "status update."

"Opponent has activated Sapphire Enchantress's ability. Frost advancing towards Obsidian Sentinel. Fifty-five seconds remaining," Phillis reported.

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Ty's mind raced. He couldn't afford to lose another piece—not so soon after the Pyromancer Warlord. He needed to disrupt Aldric's momentum, to push back against his relentless offense.

His gaze fell to his remaining Life Coins. He still had options—he just needed to choose the right one.

"No hesitation," Ty muttered, grabbing a Life Coin and placing it onto the Obsidian Sentinel. The Rook glowed, its stone form crackling with energy as it activated Immovable Bastion. A protective aura spread from the Sentinel, neutralizing the frost-covered terrain and fortifying the surrounding area.

Aldric's eyes narrowed, his fingers tapping lightly on the table. Ty could see Aldric evaluating his options, his Sapphire Enchantress's frost lingering on parts of the board. The Bastion's aura formed a solid barrier, holding Aldric's advance in check.

"You think that will hold me off?" Aldric's voice carried faint amusement, though his calculating expression betrayed his focus. He reached for a Life Coin and placed it onto the Platinum Cavalier. The spectral Knight glowed brighter as Gallant Shield activated, forming a protective aura around it and the adjacent pieces.

Ty's gaze darted between his Flamecaller Sovereign and Aldric's repositioned defenses. He needed to disrupt Aldric's rhythm and force him to react.

"Flamecaller Sovereign, advance to F3," Ty commanded. The Queen moved forward, her robes blazing as flames radiated from her form. Positioned within striking range of the Platinum Cavalier at E6, her intent was clear.

Aldric raised an eyebrow, brushing his fingers against the remaining Life Coins. "Finally learning to take risks, are we?" He weighed Ty's move carefully, then placed a Life Coin onto the Sapphire Enchantress.

"Sapphire Enchantress, Commanding Grace," Aldric ordered. The Queen raised her staff, and with a burst of sapphire energy, the Platinum Cavalier was enveloped in light, swiftly moved to E6. The Knight's shield remained intact, reinforcing Aldric's control of the board and evading Ty's attack.

Ty's eyes widened. His Flamecaller Sovereign now stood exposed, her position undermined by Aldric's swift counter. "You're not making this easy," he muttered, reaching for another Life Coin.

"Hellfire Marauder, L-shape to D5," Ty commanded, infusing his Knight with Infernal Charge. The skeletal steed leapt forward, flames trailing behind it and scorching the frost-covered ground. Steam hissed upward, shrouding a two-square radius in thick mist.

Aldric remained unfazed. "Blueblood Guard, advance to D6," he ordered. The Pawn stepped forward, shielding the Sapphire Enchantress and holding Ty's Knight at bay.

Ty clenched his jaw, grabbing another Life Coin. "Pyromancer Warlord, advance to C4," he commanded. The Bishop moved diagonally, its maces glowing with crackling flames. The scorched ground beneath it radiated heat, threatening Aldric's Blueblood Guard.

Aldric smirked, placing a Life Coin on the Gilded Sentinel. The towering Rook shimmered with golden light as Imperial Bastion activated. A protective barrier expanded from the Sentinel, enveloping the surrounding pieces and reinforcing Aldric's defenses.

Phillis's voice broke the tension. "Board status updated. Scorched terrain at C4 and D5; steam obstructs visibility in a two-square radius. Frost terrain neutralized. Ty, eight Life Coins remaining. Aldric, seven Life Coins remaining."@@novelbin@@

Ty exhaled sharply, his gaze sweeping across the board. The steam obscured much of the action, but his eyes locked onto a weak point in Aldric's defenses. Grabbing his next Life Coin, he whispered, "Time to turn this around."

He placed the Life Coin on the Flamecaller Sovereign. The Queen's form erupted in flames, her robes billowing with heat as her eyes blazed with intensity. Ty clenched his jaw. "Flamecaller Sovereign, advance to F4," he commanded.

The Sovereign surged forward, flames licking at the Frost terrain as she advanced. The cold ground hissed under her feet, steam rising as the Frost terrain momentarily resisted her power. The icy patches melted partially, revealing scorched earth beneath. The tension crackled in the air as Ty's forces attempted to disrupt Aldric's control over the board.

The Sapphire Enchantress stood a few squares away, her frosty aura undiminished. The terrain seemed to flow with her presence, and Ty realized that Aldric's ice-based pieces were feeding off the Frost. The Sovereign's flames, though powerful, could only neutralize the terrain temporarily—they weren't enough to destroy Aldric's foothold completely.

Aldric's eyes glinted as he reached for a Life Coin, holding it aloft before placing it on the Sapphire Cavalier. The Knight's spectral steed shivered with frost, its icy energy intensifying as it synchronized with the terrain. "Sapphire Cavalier, L-shape to D6," Aldric commanded.

The Knight advanced, its frosty aura expanding and merging with the surrounding Frost terrain. The board shifted, the Frost spreading outward and seeping into Ty's territory. Phillis's voice broke the silence: "Frost terrain extended. Scorched terrain at F4 neutralized. Flamecaller Sovereign's effectiveness reduced by 20% in Frost zones."

Ty gritted his teeth, his frustration mounting. He grabbed another Life Coin and placed it on the Hellfire Marauder. The skeletal steed neighed as flames ignited beneath its hooves. "Hellfire Marauder, L-shape to E5," Ty commanded, his voice sharp.

The Knight leapt forward, flames trailing behind it and leaving a blazing path. As it landed, a burst of steam erupted, shrouding the area in a dense mist. Phillis's mechanical voice cut through: "Steam obstructs visibility in a two-square radius. Scorched terrain established at E5."

Ty's Hellfire Marauder now threatened the Sapphire Enchantress, its fiery form standing defiant against the creeping Frost. He could feel the shift in momentum—Aldric's pieces were strong, but their reliance on Frost made them vulnerable to direct firepower.

Aldric leaned back, his expression calm but calculating. He placed another Life Coin on the Sapphire Enchantress, her robes shimmering with renewed energy. "Sapphire Enchantress, Frost Dominion," he commanded.

The Enchantress raised her staff, a frigid wind sweeping across the board. Frost spread across D3, E3, and F3, reasserting control over the contested terrain. Ty's Flamecaller Sovereign flickered, her flames visibly weakening as the Frost encroached on her position.

Phillis's voice rang out, "Frost terrain established. Flamecaller Sovereign weakened. Effectiveness reduced by 30% in Frost zones. Ty, seven Life Coins remaining. Aldric, six Life Coins remaining."

Ty clenched his fists, struggling to maintain composure. He couldn't let Aldric control the board like this. He grabbed another Life Coin, placing it on the Obsidian Sentinel. The Rook's molten form rumbled as it activated Seismic Slam.

"Obsidian Sentinel, Seismic Slam on E5," Ty commanded.

The Sentinel slammed its fists into the ground, sending a shockwave across the board. The Frost at E5 shattered, shards of ice flying into the air. The terrain shifted again, the Scorched ground reclaiming the space. Phillis updated the status: "Frost terrain disrupted at E5. Scorched terrain reestablished. Sapphire Enchantress weakened by 10%."

Aldric's calm facade faltered for the first time, his lips tightening. He reached for a Life Coin, placing it on the Gilded Sentinel. "Gilded Sentinel, Imperial March to F5," Aldric commanded.

The towering Rook advanced, its golden aura expanding and shielding nearby pieces, including the Sapphire Enchantress. The protective barrier shimmered, nullifying the effects of Ty's fire-based terrain in its radius.

Phillis announced, "Imperial March activated. Shield radius expanded. Nearby pieces protected. Ty, six Life Coins remaining. Aldric, five Life Coins remaining."

Ty's frustration bubbled to the surface. Aldric was relentless, his strategy tightening like a noose. Ty couldn't afford to lose ground now. He grabbed another Life Coin, his eyes locking onto the Pyromancer Warlord.