The Demon Lord's Might

Chants filled the air, as layers upon layers of telegraphed magic images formed around them. Several different elemental spells descended from the heavens, converging upon the Demon Lord.

For the first time, he raised both hands, magic energy surging through him in a light but potent wave outward, forming a massive black vortex above him. The instant the spells touched it, they were consumed, absorbed into the abyss as if they had never existed.

The vortex then, instead of disappearing, condensed, then exploded outward in a wave of black flames, swallowing everything in its path. Several elven mages were instantly incinerated before they could react, their bodies turned to nothing but ash. Those who were quick enough to cast defensive spells were able to save themselves, but those who were too slow paid the price in full. The elves were not the only casualties, the other suffered as well.