Chapter 444 Aftermath
As Odessa neared the coliseum, the sounds of spells being cast, the clash of weapons, and the fervent shouts of multiple Arcanists filled the air.
Odessa's heart quickened with anticipation, knowing that within the chaos lay the answers she sought.
'I wonder what kind of Battle Formation they're using right now…' Odessa thought with interest as she hastened her pace.
After stepping into the coliseum, Odessa's gaze swept across the battlefield, searching for any signs of the powerful Arcanists or any abnormalities that might have played a role in weakening the Entity.
Unfortunately, everything seems normal…
The Arcanists weren't even at her level. They mainly were Second-Class Arcanists with a few First-Class Arcanists.
After watching them for some time, Odessa gently nodded.
'Well, they're better than I thought but… Are they part of a Secret Order?' Odessa thought to herself as she observed their coordinated movements.
It was quite unfortunate that even though they were skilled, they were not of the caliber she had expected. There were only a handful of First-Class Arcanists among them, so the battle was taking longer than it should be, even with their organized tactics.
Odessa wanted to join the battle, but after some thought, she stopped her movement and decided to observe the battle unfold.
She wanted to allow these Arcanists to claim the honor of defeating the Evil Entity themselves. After all, the creature was already weakened, and if she joined in, it would seem like she was trying to take their contributions. She didn't want to offend these people.
She watched as various spells collided with the Entity's form, each strike weakening its defenses. The Arcanists fought with bravery and determination, and it didn't take long before their collective strength pushed the Evil Entity closer to its demise.
Finally, the moment arrived. With a final surge of power, the Arcanists unleashed a devastating tier 3 Spell, piercing through the Entity's defenses.
Boom!
It was such a powerful Spell that caused the creature to twist and crack!
"Seismic Rapture? Not bad…" Odessa muttered as she realized the Tier 3 Elemental Spell that was used.
It was then followed up by a few more Tier 2 Spells that other Arcanists released simultaneously.
Soon, the malevolent creature let out a deafening roar, its form crumbling under the onslaught of magic. As the dust settled, the battlefield fell silent, and the victorious Arcanists stood amidst the remnants of their fallen foe.
"Careful… There should be a Malevolent Core left behind. Seal it quickly!" Odessa warned the Arcanists as she swiftly made her move to check the remnants of the Evil Closer.
The Arcanists and other Professors took this seriously as they searched for the Core.
Yet, as Odessa moved closer to the defeated Entity, she realized that she couldn't feel the Core at all.
"Can't we detect it using our Magic Zone? I can't find it, Royal Mage Odessa." One of the Arcanists of the Lore Hunters said.
"Maybe it was destroyed as well?" One of them added.
Odessa shook her head at this and replied. "That Core should be fluctuating with demonic energy. It's also a tough as a Sovereign Rank Mystical Item. There's no way it would be destroyed by one Tier 3 Spell."
Confusion filled her mind as she recalled her previous encounter with the Evil Entity and the sealed Malevolent Core she had obtained from it.
The other Evil Entity has this Core, so it was quite surprising that this creature in the Coliseum doesn't have one.
"Where did it go?" she muttered to herself, her voice filled with a mixture of curiosity and concern.
The absence of the Malevolent Core raised more questions than answers. Had someone else already taken it? Or was that reason for the weakened state of the Evil Entity?
Intrigued and determined to uncover the truth, Odessa and the others began to search the surrounding area for any traces or clues that might shed light on the missing Core.
Everyone carefully examined the remnants of the Entity, hoping to find the broken pieces of the Core at least.
Unfortunately, this Core seemed to have just vanished.
As Odessa and the others wanted to call it quits. They suddenly felt someone's presence.
They immediately shifted their attention to the person and realized that it was Clyde, a member of the enigmatic Order of the Illustrious Liquidators.
Clyde's striking appearance, adorned in a red frock coat and trousers, made it easy for them to recognize him. Furthermore, he was some sort of a legendary figure among the Mystic Arts Practitioners.
"It seems that you guys are looking for that Core. That must be what he had taken a while ago." Clyde said, confusing everyone present.
Noticing their reaction, he smiled mysteriously and continued.
"I noticed an interesting kid meddling with the Evil Entity during the battle…"
Clyde then explained how he had attempted to follow the mysterious kid, only to realize that his figure vanished or escaped his Magic Zone in an instant.
"What?"
"Someone escaped your Magic Zone?"
"Sir Clyde… Do you have an idea about his identity?"
The implications of Clyde's revelation raised many questions. After all, someone who could take the Core from such a powerful creature without their notice was an incredible feat!
Curiosity piqued within Odessa as she processed the information. "Could this individual be connected to the cultists who summoned these creatures?" she inquired, her voice filled with fascination and suspicion.
Clyde's smile after hearing the Royal Mage's question.
"The ones who summoned these Creatures were indeed part of that cult who liked to call themselves the Order of Fatality." Clyde acknowledged.
"However, this particular kid seemed to be different. Rather than working against you, I believe he may have actually aided your cause. He might have tampered with the Core, altering its nature. I couldn't say for sure."
This revelation left the gathered group even more bewildered. The notion that an unknown individual, potentially unrelated to the cult, had influenced the Malevolent Core added a layer of complexity to the unfolding events.
However, they realized that now was not the time for further discussion. The aftermath of the battle needed their immediate attention.
Putting their questions and speculations aside, Odessa and the others swiftly shifted their focus to the task at hand. They worked tirelessly to restore order to the plaza, mending the damage caused by the battle and providing aid to any injured arcanists.
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