Chapter 1890 Celestial Battle

Chapter 1890 Celestial Battle

There were now a little over 150 magus holding the defense, a mix of humans, high elves, and a few dark elves. They were engaged in a desperate struggle against the relentless onslaught of thousands of celestial constructs.

Celestial archers launched volleys of arrows, while knights advanced with swords and shields. Celestial priestesses and mages operated from the rear, putting immense pressure on the magus and forcing them into a defensive mode. Every passing second saw the chamber become more densely packed with the infected constructs.

Despite the overwhelming number of celestial enemies, they weren't the sole concern. The seal, strained to its limits, struggled to contain the massive power surging from the portal.

The critical task of filling four additional spots on the elemental formations fell upon the human magus. They needed experts in the elements of plant, earth, metals, and water to reinforce the weakening seal. The fate of everyone in the chamber rested on their ability to hold against the celestial onslaught and complete the formation.

Mera, disciple of Grand Magus Yvere, stepped forward to command the plant elements, showcasing her expertise. Beside her, Abrafo took charge of the earth elements. Both magus were not only proficient in their respective fields but also adept at handling the intricacies of complex formation spells. The metals were manipulated by one of the Arkaland magus, while a skilled female magus under the Azazel Nephilim assumed control over the water element.

As all the spots in the formations were filled, the [Seal of 8 Divinity] began to glow brightly in tandem with Loriel Starwind's chants. Everyone witnessed the giant being successfully restrained, slowly pushed back into the tear of space. A momentary sense of triumph washed over the defenders as the strengthened chain and collaborative efforts of the magus seemed to succeed. However, the elation was short-lived. Within seconds of the formation fully stabilizing, a colossal tentacle smashed the female water magus to pieces and seized one of the high elf proficient lighting element, tearing him apart.

This gruesome turn of events left the remaining magus hesitant to step forward and fill the formation, as the threat of the tentacles proved too overwhelming and the risk of exposing themselves without adequate protection loomed large.

"One hour! That's not possible," remarked Jai Strider, who had taken up the responsibility of tactics in Neo's absence. "Staying here will be the death of us," he asserted.

The dwindling numbers were starkly apparent, with no reinforcements in sight and even the dark elves abandoning the chambers. The magus from Proxima and Alabaster factions appeared torn, their expressions reflecting the internal struggle of contemplating whether to stay or depart. Faced with the imminent threat and the dilemma of the moment, Emery took it upon himself to assert authority.

The first creature took the shape of a dragon, stretching a staggering 100 meters in length. Its crystalline scales gleamed with an otherworldly radiance, and its eyes emitted an unsettling glow.

The second entity resembled a fifty-meter-tall lion-like being with majestic wings, a hybrid of regal and ferocious features that inspired both awe and fear.

Hanging high above them all, the third creature manifested as a massive spider, its crystalline legs stretching wide as it dangled from the chamber's ceiling.

[Infected Crystal Basilisk]

[Infected Crystal Manticore]

[Infected Crystal Arachnids]

These were the three celestial gatekeepers, formidable opponents that typically required the combined efforts of hundreds of magus to confront. Now, all three were simultaneously spawned, casting a shadow of despair over the defenders.

As gasps of panic filled the air, a murmur of disbelief swept through the ranks of magus. The daunting question echoed among them, "This is crazy... how can we win this?"

The magnitude of the threat before them was staggering, and uncertainty gripped the hearts of even the most seasoned magus.