Before the phantoms could even fully ascend, a second, infinitely more devastating beam of energy violently erupted from the vortex.
The pillar of energy crashed down mercilessly, tearing through the vanguard of tens of towering beast phantoms.
The majestic beasts — phoenixes, lynx, dragons, qilins and many others, were instantly vaporized upon contact.
"Kuargh!" Cale spat blood, the taste of copper coating his mouth.
'Sigh...'
Stripped of all external protection, Cale was caught directly at the dead center of the strike.
The Thorned Lotus covered his body like a shield, its blades trying desperately to block the incoming attack.
The blinding beam slammed directly, triggering a terrifying, earth-shattering explosion that completely enveloped the realm.
The force of the bombardment obliterated the surroundings, sending massive chunks of stone and ruined structures flying violently through the chaotic, crimson-soaked tempest.
