The mage's restored magical reserves allowed her to launch devastating spells that shattered two more.
Working together. Using each other's strengths.
The archer's energy-formed arrows punched through demonic hide with supernatural force.
His enhanced stamina, a courtesy of Jasmine's earlier healing, let him maintain rapid fire that would normally exhaust him.
The six demons fell in succession like dominoes, their stolen blood flowing toward Jasmine in visible streams. She distributed the converted life force among the archer squad, watching wounds close and exhaustion fade.
Eight, nine, and ten soldiers healed.
A new sensation blazed through her consciousness as a hidden milestone was reached.
Not just knowledge this time, but a skill.
Her Blood Steal ability evolved, gaining depth and complexity that made her previous techniques seem basic.
Dark Blood's Second Art — Blood Ignition
