Their first mission as the unified task force came swiftly. A Rift had opened near the eastern plains, dangerously close to a major trade route. If left unchecked, it could cripple the region’s economy and endanger countless lives.
The team moved out at dawn, accompanied by a small contingent of soldiers. The journey was tense but focused, each member of the task force mentally preparing for the battle ahead. As they neared the Rift, the signs of its influence became evident—crops withered, the air grew heavy, and the sky darkened with an unnatural hue.
The Rift itself was smaller than the one Damien had faced at the southern border, but its energy pulsed with a malevolent intensity. Creatures already began to pour through, their twisted forms a familiar yet chilling sight.
Damien raised Ebonfang, its runes glowing in anticipation. “We know what to do. Let’s end this quickly.”
The task force sprang into action, each member executing their role with precision. Roland held the front line, his shield absorbing the brunt of the enemy’s assault. Lyra darted through the chaos, her rapiers finding their marks with deadly efficiency. Cassian manipulated the shadows, disorienting the creatures and creating openings for the others to exploit.
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Damien focused on the Rift’s core, knowing that destroying it was the key to victory. He pushed forward, cutting down any creature that stood in his way. The team’s coordination was seamless, their combined efforts driving the enemy back.
Finally, Damien reached the core. With a powerful strike, he drove Ebonfang into its center, shattering it in a burst of light. The Rift began to collapse, its energy imploding and taking the remaining creatures with it.
As the battlefield fell silent, Damien lowered his blade, his chest heaving. The mission was a success, but he knew this was only the beginning. The task force regrouped, their resolve stronger than ever.
“We did it,” Roland said, his voice steady. “But there will be more.”
Damien nodded, a fierce determination in his eyes. “Then we’ll be ready.”