The battle for the title of the Royal Blade continued without a stop.
Both Julian and Marcus were nearing themselves to the limit of their abilities.
Throughout their fight, Marcus proved himself to be a formidable opponent. His genius-like abilities with wind magic allowed him to create illusions, enhance his speed, and launch countless attacks, putting Julian on the defensive and winning rounds to equalise their match.
His Mirage spell became a constant thorn in Julian's side, forcing him to rely on instinct and quick reflexes to discern the real Marcus from his illusory copies.
Julian, for his part, fought with a tenacity that surprised even himself.
Despite the temptation to use his other gifts, he held back, relying solely on his base magical abilities and physical prowess. His Divine Eyes remained inactive, due to the strain from earlier still lingering behind his eyes.