Necessary Defeat?

Each Phantom had a different set of abilities with a varying purpose. The abilities had something unique, such as Adam's silver threads. 

His ability had many flaws, but the capability to pierce through even the toughest armor could not be overrated. It was what helped him win and survive many battles.

Adam's needle or claws could hardly protect him, also he could not use his ability for mass attacks and also had serious limitations. Everything had its pros and cons.

However, Adam never doubted the piercing power of his needle and silver threads. It could be said that this was his main trump card.

So... the cascade of sparks flying off to the sides made his eyes go wide and his heart beat much faster in terror.

Crackle. Crackle. Crackle.

Nessa's hands slowly clenched, shattering the silver threads one by one. Swirl should have torn her hands apart, as it had done to all opponents before.