(This chapter is best enjoyed with the BGM—"Art of Blade"—for added flavor.)
The instant the blade was exposed to the air, Archbishop Peter immediately felt immense pressure. His extensive experience as a Beyonder told him that this was absolutely a Grade 1... perhaps even a Grade 0 Sealed Artifact.
My victory is self-evident.
As the song in an unknown language continued, the newcomer's aura grew increasingly terrifying. Having determined that it was a Mysterious Item empowered by the Bard Pathway, Archbishop Peter dared not hesitate. He spread his arms, and the same language was recited in unison from his mouth and those of the thirteen Illuminators, who seemed to have already lost consciousness—
"God said! Ineffective!"
Sno stepped to the rhythm of the song. Empowered by the Worshipper's strength, he gripped the hilt of his blade tightly.
So...
Look me in the eye!
A disdainful smile hung on his lips as Sno suddenly stepped forward with his right foot. The blade flashed, and three Illuminators were sent flying.
The power of the Joint Notarization, which even a Sequence Three powerhouse would have to pay a considerable price to break through, was torn apart as easily as paper. As that blinding edge approached, Archbishop Peter understood that this was not an enemy who could be defeated through sheer numbers!
"God said, Justice shall be praised!" Archbishop Peter rapidly recited the sacred words. Rays of sunlight descended upon him, and his originally gaunt body suddenly swelled, stretching his Archbishop's robes taut.
Sturdy holy armor covered his body, while a domain of light spread beneath his feet, contending against the unnatural red moon in the sky.
A spiked hammer wrapped in holy light appeared in his hand, and an imposing aura erupted from him.
Keep your distance. I'm flammable and explosive.
The instant