The two crashed into each other in an instant. The War Axe cleaved into the Rock Armor Commander, producing a dull, deafening thud. A deep fissure was hacked into the thick, heavy rock armor, and dark red blood seeped from the crack.
However, the Rock Armor Commander retaliated with a swipe of its claw, sending the Martial Artist flying backward. He tumbled across the ground several times before coming to a halt.
The Martial Artist coughed up a mouthful of blood but quickly got back to his feet. Wiping the blood from the corner of his mouth, he flashed a grin and charged forward once more.
The battle entered a stalemate. More Star Beasts surged from the Rift, and more Martial Artists from the Battle Group rushed to meet them. Beyond the defensive line, figures engaged in combat littered the battlefield. The radiant glow of Martial Techniques intertwined with the roaring of the Star Beasts, shaking the entire valley.
The second Great Commander appeared.
