The Honor Colosseum remained, but it had become pointless, and the Garuda dispelled it. The entire Fringe was filled with more world energy than any mana geyser could produce.
The Guardian of Might felt her powers reach new heights as Mogar's essence invigorated her, yet she knew the Fylgja enjoyed the same boon, if not something even greater.
"This is new. I've seen this happen in the past, but never because of me. I guess that training my life forces paid off." Tezka's muscles tensed like bowstrings as the Maw of Bytra's crystal fangs flashed with the many spells it was weaving, and the Skull became visible to the naked eye. "I have no reason to hold back."
"And I've changed my mind." Zagran looked up at the sky to see the solar disc disappear behind the black blot of the Suneater spell. "We don't have to fight."
"Am I supposed to believe you?" Tezka quoted.
"Have I ever lied to you?" The Garuda quoted back.
