Even though they were fighting together for the first time, their coordination was seamless. Both knew the extent of each other's abilities and were constantly creating openings for the other to land a decisive blow.
More and more black blood poured from the creature's wounds. Where it met the ground, thick smoke rose alongside a sizzling sound. They knew that if even a drop touched their skin, it would be over.
While they were locked in the fierce exchange, the Soul Eaters across its body let out a terrible, wet, guttural roar.
Within seconds, hundreds of Soul Eaters began converging on the location from across the city, surrounding the duo from every direction.
But before they could join the fight, the awakeners arrived and struck them from behind.
"How could you two just run off on your own?" Rocky shouted from atop a mound of rubble, a trident in hand.
