In the instant Ian responded to the Force of Collective Souls,
a stream of ice-cold, bone-chilling energy that didn't damage any physical structures poured into his body; instead, it made everything within him colder and more refined as a layer of faint, cold light enveloped him.
Any physical attack would see its power reduced by more than forty percent under this materialized Netherworld Armor, and with every attack he made, he would erode both the soul and body of his targets, draining their life vitality to nourish himself.
Besides, Ian sensed an unprecedented clarity, sharpening his thoughts to an extreme degree.
His control over Essence became even more precise; he could even construct his Essence Layer Shield with an accuracy to the tens of micrometers or dismantle his enemies' defenses with his attacks.
