Chapter 220 220 Kidd's Reflection
"By the way... Johan, since you've participated in the eradication of the Apokalips on the Wall of Rose. Since that, they've completed it now... Do you know what their next plans are for the territory?" Rozho turned his head at Caleb and asked.
Kazuto decided to chime in at this moment. "Johan is really in a different world than us now. He's not afraid at all to fight Apokalips. Fighting them all year round. The sound of it just freaks me out. Too dangerous!"
Kidd also looked at Caleb as if he was looking at a monster. He didn't know why Johan was so brave. However, he envies him for it. The attitude to face dangers and fight stronger opponents is what really pushes a person to improve and become stronger. Johan just does that for two years. After all, a thousand practices aren't as good as one life-and-death battle! As he thought of this, he couldn't help but reflect on the two years that passed.
He feels that he lives in his comfort zone. He worked with the team in those two years and battled with Apokalips improving their coordination and tacit understanding. They fought every Apokalips as a team. Fighting with a team is good and all, but it also has its disadvantages as much as it has disadvantages.
He knows that improving teamwork is essential, but he admires Caleb who could rely on his self. A real warrior could work whether he team or not. And that's what everyone lacks in their team except for Caleb!
Working with a team allows for the development of a synchronized dance on the battlefield. The members learn to anticipate each other's moves, fostering a level of coordination and tacit understanding that is hard to achieve when fighting alone.
Each team member brings unique strengths to the table. By pooling their individual skills and abilities, a team can create a synergy that makes them collectively stronger than the sum of their parts. It's like a well-choreographed performance where everyone plays a crucial role.
In the heat of battle, having teammates by your side provides a safety net. They can cover your blind spots, offer support when you're overwhelmed, and even pull you out of a tight spot. It's a sense of camaraderie that can boost morale and resilience.
Different team members may have varied perspectives and approaches to problem-solving. This diversity can be an asset, as it opens up a range of strategies and tactics that might not be apparent to an individual fighter. These are the advantages he learned of having a team. However, he also began to think of its disadvantages after reflecting on Caleb, who can work and lead everyone while also having the capability to work alone! He was so versatile that Kidd began to doubt that he wasn't 17 years old!
Relying on a team can lead to a dependency mindset. Some may become too reliant on the group, potentially hindering personal growth and the development of individual skills. It's essential to strike a balance between teamwork and self-reliance. Kidd knew this, yet he had been ignoring it.
While teamwork thrives on communication, it can also be a double-edged sword. Miscommunication or a lack of effective communication may result in confusion, mistakes, or missed opportunities during battle.
Not all team dynamics are smooth sailing. Personal conflicts, disagreements, or differences in fighting styles can create internal strife, weakening the overall effectiveness of the team. Fortunately, their team had gotten past this after three years of working together as one. However, they are still not immune to this kind of situation instead; it has just been minimized. Explore hidden tales at empire
Kidd couldn't help but sigh as he remembered the days he fought with Kazuto when they first started. They really want to kill each other at that time. Too incompatible in personality like fire and water. Of course, not kill each other literally. They're not that murderous.
In a team, decisions often require consensus or coordination. This limits the autonomy of individual members, preventing them from taking quick, decisive actions that could be crucial in certain situations. While when you're alone, you could just decide for yourself decisively.
Solo fighting forces an individual to confront challenges independently, promoting personal growth and self-discovery. It's a journey of constant improvement driven by facing one's own limitations.
They tend to develop a high level of adaptability. They must be versatile, and capable of adjusting their strategies on the fly to navigate diverse and unpredictable situations. Like Caleb now... Kidd was sure of it.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om
Without the need for group consensus, solo fighters can make swift decisions based on their instincts and assessments of the situation. This agility can be a valuable asset in fast-paced battles.
Of course, there are also cons when you fight alone. First of all, the absence of a team means no safety net. There's no one to watch your back, cover your weaknesses, or provide immediate assistance in times of trouble. So, the first important step if you want to be a damn lone wolf was to have sufficient strength. Second, a solo fighter might be confined to their own perspective, potentially missing out on creative solutions or alternative strategies that a team could offer. Lastly, constant solo battles can lead to feelings of loneliness and isolation. The absence of shared victories and the bonds of a team can take a toll on one's emotional well-being. Of course, it was just his opinion. When he looks at Johan, he feels that the latter didn't really give a shit about this.
As he thought about this. He felt a little depressed. He knew that he needed to change. No, everyone on the team needs to at least know how to work alone.
'Damn! I need to become independent to some certain extent and not always rely on them or else I'm absolutely fucked when they're not around.' Kidd thought dejectedly.
'What is this bastard thinking?' Caleb looked at Kidd's expression for a moment before answering the inquiries of his friends.
"I heard in some soldiers' mouth that the management intend to build infrastructures and things needed such as a clinic on the Wall of Rose, but I don't have much information about it." Caleb then thought for a moment before saying. "Those two years are really the most fulfilling time of my life. I learned a lot of fighting skills and practical combat knowledge as I watched the soldiers fight the Apokalips. Once you're around the army, you will know a lot of stories from their damned mouths and some useless and unexpectedly useful things... They would just talk about anything..." Caleb laughed.
Rozho and the others felt that the two years they spent were plain compared to Caleb as they heard his story. They look at each other in dismay."
"Huh? Why do you guys look like a deflated balloon?" Caleb scratched his head in confusion.