Now even his surroundings registered in Mind Vision. Patrick could clearly sense the positions of Alleria, Sylvanas, Idonis, Candiris, and the others beside him. The only slight shortcoming was that he could merely sense their locations, rather than visualize his surroundings in the Spirit World.
His tangible application of arcane magic had only just begun.
Upon learning that Patrick was safe and sound, Alleria was visibly more at ease. She immediately ordered the main force sent against Sebunwa to retreat at full speed. As they passed the small troll villages from before, no trolls came out to intercept them. Only a few troll pursuers appeared, and the rangers covering the rear easily drove them back.
With the Lynx Spirit clearing the way ahead, the beasts scattered throughout the Ghostlands no longer dared to ambush the elven troops. Though the large animals roaming the Ghostlands were extremely aggressive and were typical carnivores, they were still beasts, after all. Sensing danger was one of their most basic instincts.
The entire elven force had just fought a great battle against the trolls, and the stench of blood rose thick from their bodies. Yet when the beasts drawn to them sensed the aura leaking from the Lynx Spirit, none dared make a rash move. This spared the elves many unnecessary battles.
After their long journey, they finally caught sight of the outpost's protective barrier. Overjoyed, they picked up speed and hurried toward it. After the hardships of the journey and the bloody battle against the trolls they had just fought, the prospect of returning was immensely inviting.
When the Camp Warden discovered that Alleria and Sylvanas had returned with their troops, he opened the barrier without another word, welcoming home the brave fighters who had battled through blood on the front lines.
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