As Clyde continued his ascent through the collapsing ruins, a different kind of awareness settled within him. One that did not come from his own senses but instead flowed through the connection he had recently formed with the molten beast beneath the ground.
At first it felt distant and faint beneath the overwhelming pressure of the sky. But as he focused, that presence became clearer, steady and responsive as if waiting for his command.
Vulkrath was ready.
Clyde did not hesitate as his will moved through the bond instantly, carrying a single, direct order that left no room for doubt.
"ATTACK WITH ALL YOU GOT!"
He commanded it to attack, and the response came without delay as the ground far below trembled violently.
Cracks spreading across the already shattered streets before erupting in a violent explosion of molten debris and broken stone.
From that destruction, Vulkrath emerged once again.
