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Chapter 41 Warlord Sentinel
Chapter 41 Warlord Sentinel
[ System Notification: Boris uses Shield Wall - Damage Reduced by 40% for 10 seconds ]
The Sentinel's blow struck Boris's shield with a resounding clang, but he held firm.
"Lilo, Ezran—aim for their weak points!"
Lilo nodded as she pulled back the glowing bowstring and released an arrow imbued with magical energy.
It struck the nearest Sentinel, sending a pulse of energy through its stone form.
[System Notification: Lilo uses Arcane Arrow - Stonebound Sentinel HP -300]
Ezran unleashed a flurry of energy bolts, each one hitting the Sentinels with precise accuracy.
[System Notification: Ezran uses Fire Bolt - Stonebound Sentinel ]
[ HP -150]
[ HP -150]
[ HP -150]
[ HP -120]
August stayed back, assessing the battlefield.
With his dual-class abilities, he had the versatility to both cast spells and join close combat. Raising his Mage staff, he activated its custom ability, unleashing the unique spell attached to it.
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[System Notification: You have activated Ethereal Storm.]
- Effect: Unleash a storm of energy that deals massive damage to all enemies within a 20-meter radius, dealing damage over time to enemies in range.
- Additional Effect: Elemental Affinity (randomized effect for each cast)
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August slammed the staff into the ground and greenish magical circles began to appear in the sky above the enemies.
As the magical energy in the surroundings surged, one could already tell that this attack would have a wide area of concentration.
"Get back!" August yelled to the others so they wouldn't get caught in it.
[ -1200 MP ]
August used to think Lightning was a Magic Power sucker until he gained this spell.
In the next instant, A purplish storm of energy descended upon the surroundings like a pillar of destruction.
[ Stonebound Sentinels: HP -4000 ]
[ System Notification: Toxic Effect Activated ]
As the storm of energy began to whittle, scorch marks settled upon the surroundings and the enemies.
- Toxic Damage: -500 HP per second for 10 seconds
[ - 500 HP ]
[ - 500 HP ]
[ - 500 HP ]
[ - 500 HP ]
The Sentinels roared as their stone bodies glowed red-hot while they lost HP consecutively for the next ten seconds.
Lilo and Boris took advantage, moving in for powerful strikes.
Boris bashed his shield against the nearest Sentinel, using his strength to weaken its defense.
[System Notification: Boris uses Shield Bash - Stonebound Sentinel HP -800]
Lilo fired another Arcane Arrow causing magical energy to explode upon impact and sending cracks through the Sentinel's stone form.
"Nice one, Aleman!" Lilo called with a grin, notching another arrow.
Ezran laughed, casting another series of energy bolts. "We're unstoppable with Aleman's magic backing us up!"
The group worked together seamlessly, coordinating their attacks to maximize their effectiveness.
August switched between his Enhanced Dagger and his staff, delivering slashes up close when the opportunity arose.
After they cleared the initial wave, another wave of Sentinels emerged, stronger and more aggressive. August activated his staff's Ethereal Storm again. This time he watched as bolts of lightning rained down on their enemies.
Ethereal Storm surprisingly had a variety of natural destructive attacks and effects. The custom staff was nothing short of a magnificent weapon.
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[ System Notification: Elemental Effect Activated - Lightning ]
- Stonebound Sentinel HP -4500
- Shock Effect: Reduced Movement Speed for 5 seconds
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The Sentinels staggered with sluggish movements as lightning coursed through their stone forms. Boris took the opportunity to bash one with his shield, sending it crashing to the ground.
"Bet you didn't see that coming!" Boris taunted, swinging his sword down.
[System Notification: Boris uses Heavy Slash - Stonebound Sentinel HP -1500]
The Sentinel shattered, leaving behind a shimmering pile of loot. Ezran darted over, gathering a glowing mana crystal.
"Loot jackpot!" he cheered. "These crystals will fetch a great price."
They fought on, taking down each wave as they ventured deeper into the ruins.
August continued to use his staff's abilities, alternating between fire, lightning, and ice effects that amplified the group's attacks.
At one point, after a grueling series of fights, they stopped to catch their breath. Lilo leaned on her bow with a grin on her face. "Aleman, you're making us all look like amateurs tonight."
August shrugged, clearly pleased. "Guess having two weapons has its perks."
Boris laughed, adjusting his shield. "I'd hate to be on the receiving end of that staff."
"But seriously, how is this possible? You're an assassin and a mage at the same time?" Lilo voiced in utter curiosity.
Just as August was about to give a response, a new notification popped up:
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[System Notification: Boss Encounter - Sentinel Warlord (Level 35)]
- Warning: High-Level Enemy Detected
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The ground trembled as a massive figure stepped forward, a Sentinel Warlord with stone armor etched in glowing runes.
Its eyes blazed red as it raised its stone fists, ready to crush anyone who dared challenge it.
Boris raised his shield, bracing himself. "Here we go. This one's going to be tough!"
Lilo and Ezran nodded, focusing on their target. August readied his staff once more, determined to bring everything he had to the fight.
"Let's end this!" August called out, activating Ethereal Storm once more. This time, an icy blizzard swept over the battlefield, freezing the Warlord in its tracks.
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[System Notification: Elemental Effect Activated - Ice]
- Sentinel Warlord HP -2000
- Freeze Effect: Slowed Movement for 10 seconds
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The Warlord roared, struggling against the freezing effects. Lilo unleashed a volley of enchanted arrows with pinpoint precision.
"Take that!" she shouted.
The magical arrows pierced through the Warlord's head and neck, dealing a higher damage count than normal.
Boris, shield raised, charged forward and landed a powerful Shield Bash against the Warlord's leg, cracking the ice.
Despite all of their attacks, the Sentinel Warlord's HP was still very high.
The slowing effect from the freezing came to an end
The ground beneath them trembled as the massive Level 35 Sentinel Warlord stepped forward.
The Warlord let out a thunderous roar, raising one of its colossal stone arms and swinging it down in a devastating arc. Boris quickly stepped forward while raising his shield as he braced for impact.
[System Notification: Boris uses Shield Wall - Reduces Incoming Damage by 40% for 15 seconds]
The Warlord's arm crashed down, colliding with Boris's shield with a force that echoed through the ruins.
The impact shook the ground beneath them, but Boris held firm as his feet dug into the stone floor.
Lilo's fingers moved swiftly as she took advantage of the distraction. She notched two glowing arrows and combined them, creating a blazing, multi-colored arrow.
Her keen Ranger eyesight locked onto a weak point near the Warlord's shoulder.
[System Notification: Lilo uses Focused Burst Arrow - Stonebound Warlord HP -1700]
The arrow struck true, hitting a joint in the Warlord's stone armor and exploding into a radiant burst of energy.
The Warlord staggered slightly, letting out an enraged growl as it turned its gaze toward Lilo.
"Nice shot!" August called while raising his staff. "My turn!"
He activated Ethereal Storm, his custom staff's unique spell.
The sky above them darkened within the ruins as a vortex of swirling energy formed, extending over a wide radius around the Warlord.
Suddenly, a bolt of searing energy descended from the vortex, striking the Warlord directly in the chest.
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[System Notification: Aleman casts Ethereal Storm - Stonebound Warlord HP -3700]
- Effect: Gravity Shift - Enemy Movement Reduced by 50% for 10 seconds
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The Warlord's movements slowed as its massive body tried fighting against the intensified gravity that now weighed it down.
Ezran took advantage, casting a barrage of instant spells in quick succession.
[System Notification: Ezran uses Flame Burst - Stonebound Warlord HP -700]
[System Notification: Ezran uses Ice Shard - Stonebound Warlord HP -850]
[System Notification: Ezran uses Arcane Barrage - Stonebound Warlord HP -750]
Ezran's spells struck the Warlord one after another causing ice to form on its limbs and flames to scorch its armor. "Keep hitting it! While the gravity effect's active!"
The Warlord roared, slamming a fist into the ground and creating a shockwave that sent tremors through the area.
Lilo nimbly dodged, using her enhanced vision to zoom in on the Warlord's knee joint, her fingers moving quickly as she combined three arrows for a powerful shot.
[System Notification: Lilo uses Piercing Triple Arrow - Stonebound Warlord HP -2100]
The arrows struck the Warlord's knee, creating deep cracks along the stone. The beast's balance wavered, but its fury was undeterred. It swung its arm toward Lilo, but Boris rushed forward, blocking the attack with his shield.
"Stay down!" Boris shouted, slamming his shield forward to push the Warlord back.
August decided it was time to unleash his Lightning Bolt spell.
He pointed his staff, and a crackling bolt of lightning shot out, striking the Warlord's chest.
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[System Notification: Aleman casts Lightning Bolt - Stonebound Warlord HP -2500]
- Special Effect: Gravity Field - Enemy Movement Reduced by 50% for 5 seconds
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The Warlord staggered again as its movements turned slow and labored under the enhanced gravitational force. Ezran quickly followed up with a powerful AoE spell, summoning a wave of icy energy.
[System Notification: Ezran uses Frost Nova - Stonebound Warlord HP -600]
- Special Effect: Freeze - Slows Enemy Movement by 70% for 10 seconds
The Warlord shuddered as ice formed over its limbs, locking it in place for a moment.
"Good," August voiced with an energetic tone as he raised his staff, casting Ethereal Storm once more.
This time, a destructive whirlwind descended from the vortex, slamming into the Warlord with a powerful gust of hurricane-like winds.
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[System Notification: Aleman casts Ethereal Storm - Stonebound Warlord HP -3500]
- Special Effect: Bleed - Warlord HP Decreases by 100 HP per second for 20 seconds
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