The sound rang out like a metallic drum, and his teammates shifted slightly behind him, taking their battle stances.
The system voice began its countdown.
[5…]
[4…]
Leila gripped her staff tighter, whispering a quiet prayer under her breath.
[3…]
Cael's smile sharpened as he bent his knees, ready to move.
[2…]
Kristoff lifted his sword and shield, his gaze locked onto the enemy frontliner.
[1…]
Xel'Shaar's shadows crawled further across the stone ground, slithering towards the enemies like living snakes.
[Begin!]
In an instant, Steel Hydra moved as one.
Their shieldbearer stepped forward, raising his massive shield to block any frontal attacks while the spear user stayed close behind him, ready to stab out at anyone who got near.
The two B-rankers were at the front, while the other three C-rankers moved to cover the sides, trying to flank Adam's team.
Adam didn't move yet.
He simply observed.
