Weiss stepped forward, his expression calming but firm. "Listen, all of you. You're not the same team you were two months ago. You've grown stronger—much stronger. And remember, Maverick Windesburg was only that powerful because he was channeling the power of the Outer Gods."
"But here's the crucial point: his Second Life Authority won't bring back his peak state. He'll be resurrected, yes, but without the Outer God's power."
The team looked at Weiss, their anxiety beginning to ease as his words sank in.
"So you're saying," Ayame began, piecing it together, "that when Maverick comes back, he'll be like he was during our first encounter? No Outer God powers, just his original strength?"
Weiss nodded. "Exactly. Without the Outer God's influence, Maverick is no longer the unstoppable force he seemed to be. And in your current state, you can handle him."