Round 578

The chamber shuddered violently, and a section of the wall behind Varikka and Merrin collapsed, sending rubble tumbling towards them. The Guardian's eyes flashed with energy as it seized this opportunity to move closer, its presence filling the space. Varrika stumbled backward, her sprained ankle protesting the movement, while Merrin readied the ancient sword in her hand.

Merrin braced herself against the wall as the chamber shook violently, sending rubble tumbling towards them. The Guardian's eyes flashed with an ominous energy that seemed to grow stronger with each passing second. She raised the ancient sword above her head, its otherworldly glow intensifying as she prepared to strike at their enemy. But before she could bring the blade down, a blast of energy erupted from its tip, knocking both Varrika and her off balance.

Varrika braced herself against the wall as the chamber shook violently, sending rubble tumbling towards them. The Guardian's eyes flashed with an ominous energy that seemed to grow stronger with each passing second. She reached for her mace, ready to defend herself and Merrin against whatever was coming next.