Darkness engulfed the battlefield, devouring all the shimmering particles of light in its path.

The soldiers, whose eyes had been vacant and entranced, suddenly regained focus. The horses, previously subdued, neighed wildly and tossed their heads.

In an instant, everyone snapped back to reality. The illusions had vanished without a trace.

Whoosh!

Ghislain’s body was enveloped in a swirling black aura, and hundreds of mana spears materialized around him.

Ahead of Ghislain, the defending troops charged, their war cries echoing through the air.

“Waaaaaah!”

They roared as they ran, their faith in the Fenris Count’s invincibility shattered. They believed that …