A golden diagram flared up and Solstice stepped out. Another also flared up, but Solstice tilted his head in a bow toward Godfrey.
"Let me handle this, My King."
Godfrey paused, closed down the portal while assessing Solstice. "We don't have time to waste... Very well." He sighed.
A huge centipede appeared at the horizon. It had a hard, crimson carapace with black legs. The length of its head alone was greater than an adult male. Its legs were like knives, hundreds of them piercing the snow and grass as it crept toward them with great speed.
"I have grown, My King. My monument states my strength has increased from 34.5 to 37.0. Once I activate my Human Dragon State, I shall attain the strength I had at my peak." Solstice went on one knee.
"A knight's glory is in battle."
