Howard's expression gradually became more resolute as he decided to use the Shattered Timepiece.
This artifact had the ability to slow down the flow of time within its sphere of influence.
In other words, as soon as Howard activated the Shattered Timepiece, the passage of time for other awakened within the area would seem incredibly slow from his perspective, including their thoughts and movements.
"If your reaction speed also becomes sluggish, I refuse to believe that the woman with the eight-eyed devil mask can still dodge my attacks!" he thought.
Taking a deep breath, without any hesitation, Howard decisively activated the Shattered Timepiece.
In an instant, his MP value began to plummet rapidly, and the space around him, in his eyes, also underwent a sudden change.
The ongoing discussions and noise of the battle around him completely disappeared.
All the awakened stood frozen in place, motionless, without a sound.