Devil’s Companion - Three(V)

A dazzling radiance burst forth from the crevices of the broken armor.

When the entire black carapace peeled away, the Black Knight did not collapse but instead revealed an even more slender, delicate, and elegant... pure white chassis!

"No, no… this isn't right... It can't be."

Ravenna's pupils shook violently, her fingertips trembling. Her voice, usually indifferent and cold, now undulated distinctly: "An external independent circuit armor... Is that a layer... a decoy to deceive Nidhoggur?!"

"Good morning, Miss Ziegler."

Conrad Luminaris appeared atop the "Black" Knight, patting the immaculate and beautiful mechanical suit, his smile radiant:

"Nidhoggur... Ah, a remarkable, awe-inspiring design."