Kazuichi's heart pounded violently in his chest as the berserk mode began to take hold. The fiery energy of the meteorite ore coursed through his veins, but he hadn't consumed it all. He knew his limits—knew that crossing that threshold would tear him apart. Instead, he let the power flood his body in measured bursts, fueling him just enough to continue the fight without completely losing control.
Around him, the ground still shook with the elemental force of the mindless Hybrids. They circled like predators, eyes glowing with the feral intelligence of their elements—earth, fire, wind, and water swirling in an unholy dance. Kazuichi felt the weight of their combined power pressing down on him, but he welcomed it. The grin that spread across his face was not one of fear, but of savage anticipation.
