Despite his eagerness to test his strength, Cain did not lose focus. While the Ouroboros Stronghold provided a foothold inside the Empyrean World dominated by the Curse Eaters, venturing beyond its boundaries would once again subject his forces to the overwhelming pressure of the world itself, drastically suppressing their power. Because of that, every movement had to be calculated with absolute precision.
Cain remained still atop the fortress walls, his sharp eyes fixed on the approaching enemy army.
Only when the Curse Eaters moved close enough to enter the domain altered by the stronghold's laws did he finally wave his hand.
At once, the warriors of the Nine Empyrean Suns Alliance surged forward like countless shooting stars.
Their battle wills erupted into the heavens.
