Mistake

It didn't take long for another wall of fire to manifest before the group, its searing heat immediately saturating the air around them. Its form was similar to the first fire barrier they faced, but the intricate patterns within the runic formation embedded into it were far more complex than before.

Even those in the group who weren't masters of the Law of Fire could sense the heightened difficulty. Unease spread through them, and their gazes instinctively turned toward Elrick. The Godslayer Human, ever confident, wore a slight smile as he stepped forward.

"This one's a bit more advanced," Elrick said casually, as though he were commenting on the weather. He radiated confidence as his Ego Wave extended into the formation. The others didn't question him; their faith in his abilities was apparent as they fell silent.