A Shadow Army

Cedric rode the wave of shadows as he rushed toward the altar. Although he managed to glimpse a desperate Ember fleeing them, the distance between them was still more than a few kilometers. 

The shadow beneath his feet turned into a wave that allowed him to surf his way toward the altar. At the same time, more shadows rose to hinder him, growing stronger every time he defeated a group. 

[Shadow Soldiers (Level 25)] 

[Shadow Soldiers (Level 25)] 

[Shadow Soldiers (Level 25)] 

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There were nineteen of them awaiting his arrival. Cedric would have to stop if he did not defeat them while on the run. Therefore, he turned his sword into a bow again and began launching his shadow.