The Great Mother Goddess's voice boomed, filled with anger and defiance. Her staff clashed with the Grand Priest's in a thunderous clang, releasing shockwaves that reverberated throughout the Grand Zeno Palace. The immense force of their collision cracked the walls and shook the structure's once-unshakable foundation.
As the two celestial powers fought, the angels and their respective allies engaged in fierce battles of their own. The palace became a war zone, with fighters from the eighteen universes locked in intense combat.
Whis squared off against Galion, the angel of Universe 13. Galion's strikes were sharp and precise, his movements a blur of golden light. Whis countered with equal precision, their fists colliding in bursts of energy. Vados faced Amarula, the angel of Universe 15, their duel a clash of skill and cunning as they exchanged rapid blows.
Awamo, the angel of Universe 1, fought against Rem, the high-spirited angel of Universe 16. Her high ponytail swayed with each swift movement, her attacks both elegant and lethal. Marcarita, the angel of Universe 11, faced Ceres, the towering and muscular angel of Universe 14. Their clash sent shockwaves rippling through the palace corridors.
Kusu, the angel of Universe 10, confronted Oro, the enigmatic angel of Universe 17. Oro's bangs partially obscured his piercing gaze as he moved with speed and precision. Mojito, the angel of Universe 9, engaged Tust, the fierce and imposing angel of Universe 18. Each battle showcased the unparalleled strength and determination of the combatants.
Outside the palace, the Gods of Destruction clashed in the void beyond the universes, their power unrestricted by spatial limitations. The absence of universes nearby allowed their destructive force to unfold without risking annihilation of the cosmos.
"Long time no see, Beerus," Balkan sneered. The diminutive God of Destruction of Universe 13 had purple skin and a ferocious, battle-hardened appearance. His tone was mocking, his presence radiating malice.
Beerus narrowed his eyes, his voice cold and sharp. "I'd hoped never to see you again, Balkan."
Nearby, Champa squared off against Meier, the masked God of Destruction of Universe 14. Meier chuckled, his tone taunting. "Still as round as ever, Champa."
"Mind your own business!" Champa barked, his fists raised in anger.
Elsewhere, Quetla, the God of Destruction of Universe 4, faced off against Prin, the mummy-like deity of Universe 15. Belmod, the jester-like God of Destruction of Universe 11, confronted Nak, the darkly clad God of Destruction of Universe 16. Iwan and Giin, the Gods of Destruction of Universes 1 and 12, engaged Nissus and Taz, the Gods of Destruction of Universes 17 and 18.
With a battle cry, Beerus launched the first strike, his foot slicing through the void in a blinding arc. Balkan countered, and the clash of their Ki lit up the battlefield like a supernova. Soon, the entire void became a symphony of destructive energy as the Gods of Destruction unleashed their power.
Inside the palace, chaos intensified. Whis's fist connected with Galion's face, sending him flying across the hall. Galion recovered swiftly, his aura flaring as he launched a counterattack. Nearby, Vados parried Amarula's energy-infused strikes, their battle a spectacle of precision and strategy. Mojito's battle with Tust left the palace trembling as their attacks tore through stone and shattered columns.
At the heart of the palace, the Grand Priest and the High Mother Goddess fought with unparalleled ferocity. Their staffs collided repeatedly, each clash producing massive bursts of flame and energy. The weapons, though crafted from indestructible angelic materials, began to warp under the strain of their power.
Realizing their staffs would not endure much longer, the High Mother discarded hers, letting it clatter to the ground. The Grand Priest followed suit, abandoning his staff as they prepared to fight with their bare hands.
In a flash of white light, the High Mother closed the distance between them, launching a barrage of punches and kicks at speeds faster than light. The Grand Priest met her blows head-on, their fists and feet colliding with devastating force. The air around them crackled as their energy created shockwaves that reduced the surrounding structures to rubble.
To an observer, their battle appeared as countless silver-white flashes of light streaking across the palace. The ground beneath them trembled as their clashes grew more intense, and the once-pristine halls of the Grand Zeno Palace fell into ruin.
The Omni Kings, sensing the danger, were escorted to safety by Astrion and Celion, their loyal attendants. Martinu, the angel of Universe 12, accompanied them, acting as their protector.
"Grand Zeno, please stay here," Martinu urged. "I believe the Grand Priest will prevail."
The Omni Kings nodded in unison, their typically carefree expressions replaced with somber determination.
Back in the palace, the High Mother launched a powerful energy blast at the Grand Priest. He countered with his own, the two attacks colliding midair in an explosion that illuminated the entire palace. The force of the blast obliterated the remaining walls, leaving only the crumbling foundation.
The angels' battles continued unabated. Whis dodged Galion's spinning energy attack, retaliating with a precision strike that sent Galion crashing into a pillar. Galion roared in frustration, charging forward with renewed vigor. Vados deftly sidestepped Amarula's assault, countering with a spinning kick that sent her opponent reeling.
Far away on Earth, a new threat emerged. Xicor, accompanied by Lila and a towering Saiyan named Rigor, arrived with the 13th Universe's army. Rigor, a warrior summoned by Towa from an alternate timeline, stood at the forefront, exuding an aura of raw power that sent shivers through the air.
Their arrival did not go unnoticed. Goku and his companions quickly confronted them, their expressions tense but resolute.
"Who are you?" Goku asked, his voice calm yet firm as he eyed the newcomers.
Xicor smirked, his golden hair shimmering in the sunlight. "You'll find out soon enough."