Synopsis

The chapter focuses on the protagonist training with Karen, a powerful character, to prepare for an upcoming fight. Karen points out the protagonist's lack of creative attacks and reliance on basic skills. They then spar, where Karen demonstrates advanced techniques like afterimages and disorientation, highlighting the protagonist's need to develop tricky strategies, as he is currently too predictable. The protagonist realizes that raw power isn't everything; he needs to use tricks to set up counterattacks.