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Zamasu and Goku Black observe the aftermath of the explosion from their elevated vantage point. The sparks and flames from the detonation cast an eerie reflection in their eyes. As the explosive display subsides, Adrian grapples with the aftermath, laboriously rising to his feet. His appearance tells a tale of the intense confrontation—bruised and battered, blood marking his lip, and his jacket torn open, exposing a shirtless chest. Despite the evident toll, he stands resolute, clenching his fists tightly. Zamasu and Goku Black maintain their stoic silence, their gazes fixed on the figure before them, weathered by the impact of their formidable attack.
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Goku Black casually lowers his hands, directing them toward the ground with an air of nonchalance. With a swift motion, he releases a barrage of ki blasts, interspersed with occasional beams, creating a relentless storm of energy directed at the ground. The continuous onslaught generates explosions in every direction, giving Adrian minimal space for evasion, yet he manages to navigate through the chaos. Simultaneously, as Adrian swiftly sidesteps, Zamasu emerges almost instantaneously at that precise location, descending with his foot aimed to crush him.
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Adrian, caught off guard by the sudden aggression, finds himself without a moment to collect his thoughts as Zamasu swiftly advances, launching a relentless series of attacks. Adrian struggles to react promptly, taking a few hits before managing to defend himself and counter with his own strikes. The two engage in a fierce exchange of blows, a relentless barrage of punches and kicks, while Goku Black continues his assault from above.
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Adrian and Zamasu persist in their heated battle, exchanging relentless blows with increasing intensity. Zamasu swiftly delivers a powerful kick, sending Adrian staggering backward, before launching a barrage of ki blasts that strike him with explosive force. Adrian, reeling from the onslaught, feels the searing pain engulfing his body, his mind clouded by agony. Before he can formulate a counterattack, Zamasu lands a devastating punch to his face followed by a brutal knee to his gut, preventing him from regaining his footing.
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Goku Black, having ceased his relentless barrage of ki blasts from above, now focuses his energy, surrounded by a deep crimson and pink aura that intensifies with each passing moment. As Zamasu approaches Adrian with the intention of ending the battle, he halts in his tracks upon noticing the cessation of the ki blasts from his counterpart. Sensing imminent danger, he quickly glances upward and realizes the impending threat. Reacting swiftly, he leaps backward, putting significant distance between himself and the potential danger looming above.
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Adrian's determination surges as he flexes his muscles and unleashes a resounding yell, refusing to yield despite the overwhelming odds stacked against him. Though victory seems improbable, he refuses to surrender without a fight. An aura begins to envelop him, transitioning from a serene blue to a fiery red, until finally erupting into flames. Veins bulging on his forehead, he roars with increasing intensity, channeling his fiery determination into a blazing aura that surrounds him, intensifying with each passing moment.
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Adrian's and Goku Black's resounding yells echo throughout the arena, causing the remaining fighters, save for the barely conscious Purge, to abandon their battles and retreat. As their auras intensify, signaling the climax of their confrontation, Purge, near the edge of the arena, groans as he struggles to his feet, observing the tumult from a distance.
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After their intense charging sequence, Goku Black, his eyes now blank white, charges at Adrian, his aura flaring around him as he emits a resounding yell. Adrian, matching his speed if not surpassing it, blots off the ground and propels towards Goku Black, his flaming aura enveloping him. Both fighters let out determined yells as they drew nearer. Finally, they clash, and in a flash of bright light, both fighters land punches on each other's face, knocking them both out. Their unconscious bodies plummet to the hard ground below, landing roughly and defeated.
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They both teleport out of the arena and into the basement of the Headquarters, joining Vegeta and the others who had been watching the tournament play out on a TV screen. As they appear, Vegeta shakes his head disapprovingly, then returns his focus to the screen.
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Meanwhile, back at the tournament, Zamasu and Purge stand as the sole remaining contenders. Purge flies over to the site of their battle and touches down, confronting Zamasu with a tense stare-down. Suddenly, Zamasu is whisked away in a teleportation.
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In the basement, everyone is taken aback by Zamasu's sudden appearance. However, their surprise quickly shifts back to the arena as Goku materializes, tucking his vape into his pocket.
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Goku: "Alright, everyone, let's settle down. Given Zamasu and Black's extended fusion and shared identity, they both count as a single entity. Therefore, they are both eliminated."
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Confusion briefly sweeps through the onlookers in the basement, but clarity dawns soon after. Goku Black stirs, rubbing his face where he had been struck earlier, and rises to his feet, casting a bewildered glance around him.
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Goku Black: "Did... Did I win?"
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Zamasu's response carries a hint of disappointment.
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Zamasu: "Unfortunately not. But don't fret; at least we made an effort."
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Goku Black's shoulders slump in disappointment.
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Goku approaches Purge, patting him on the back.
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Goku: "Congratulations! You're the victor! Not only did you demonstrate strength, but also incredible luck. I mean, how else could you have avoided falling out of the arena?"
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Purge responds with a grin.
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Purge: "Well, I was still conscious. I just pretended to be knocked out to buy some time for recovery."
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Goku chuckles.
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Goku: "Clever move, if you ask me."
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Goku claps his hands, teleporting both himself and Purge into the basement. He turns to face the others, speaking with approval.
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Goku: “You all did amazing! Although it was a short competition, barely lasting two hours, it was enjoyable to be a part of and watch. Each of you demonstrated incredible strength in this friendly match. No hard feelings, right?”
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Everyone, except for Adrian, who is still unconscious, nods, indicating there are no hard feelings. Adrian finally groans as he sits up, rubbing his face where he was punched.
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Adrian: “What... What happened?”
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Goku walks over and helps him to his feet, giving him a pat on the back.
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Goku: “The tournament's over. Purge won thanks to his clever idea to fake being unconscious!”
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Adrian: “Oh, that's great...”
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