The Four Great Protectors of the Southern Territory, experts in qin (zither), chess, calligraphy, and painting, among them the Great Protector suddenly sat cross-legged, placing the zither on his thighs.
The Second Protector held the square inch chessboard, guarding by the Great Protector's side, while the Third Protector wielded the square seal stamp, and the Fourth Protector, armed with the Iron Brush, charged forward.
It seemed that these four fellows hadn't lied before; they were extremely skilled in combined strike techniques, with the Great Protector leading the attack, the Second Protector in a supportive and defensive role, and the Third and Fourth Protectors flanking and coordinating with the Great Protector.
All four had been retainers of the Old Southern King since their youth, growing up together with a deep understanding between them, hence their exquisite coordination.
Clang...