The Floating Fortress trembled as its decks were scorched by wyvern fire. Soon, the defenders were barely holding the line.
Then, at the critical moment, the Mech Frames made their move!
***
The Mech Frames had been delayed… It was not by lack of readiness, but because of the dragonoid's massive spell earlier.
A wave of disorienting energy had swept across the fortress, stunning pilots and scrambling systems. Only those with protective treasures embedded in their armor or enchanted charms survived the shock unscathed.
The elves, super soldiers, and aura‑wielding knights endured as well, their resilience kept them ready in the fight.
Among the pilots, Sheena Asuka, the ace, was the first to recover.
Her vision cleared after downing a tonic brewed for emergencies, the bitter liquid burning down her throat.
"Shit… I'm too slow! I'm coming!"
She wasted no time, sprinting to the hangar where the towering silhouette of her machine awaited.
