Volume 33, Where to Go, Chapter 26, The Battle that Sways the City (9)

To counter this type of mixed magic, the best approach was to employ the same method against the caster, and Rebry was certainly aware of his old friend Lorenzo's magical foundation. To easily crush his opponent was clearly impossible; this was a grueling and enduring battle. It was far too early to presume who would win or lose.

The slate-grey Mage Robe bulged slightly as Rebry lightly brought his hands together, staring straight ahead with his eyes, while his index and middle fingers continuously changed gestures. His lips also moved subtly, as if he was casting some kind of silent spell.

Soon, under a brilliant sunshine-filled sky, some anomalies began to occur, as if a chill wind blew in from the horizon. The sunlight seemed to suddenly grow dim, and a sweep of black shadow flashed across the sky, stirring up a fierce wind above the Obelisk.