The five-member team of Igneel, Akame, Levi, Touka, and Yuki continued to battle the mage, who was fiercely guarding the artifact they sought. The mage was powerful, and his magic was unpredictable, but the team was determined to succeed.
Igneel was at the forefront of the battle, using his newly learned fusion spells to create powerful attacks that kept the mage on the defensive. Akame was using her swordsmanship skills to strike the mage with precision, while Levi's agility allowed him to dodge the mage's attacks and strike from behind. Touka's elemental magic provided support for the team, while Yuki's healing magic kept everyone in top shape.
The mage was relentless, unleashing a barrage of spells that tested the team's abilities. But they were not deterred, and with each passing moment, they grew stronger and more determined to claim the artifact.
The battle raged on, with each side exchanging blows and spells. The surrounding environment was taking a beating, with trees and rocks being destroyed by the powerful magic. Despite the chaos, the team stayed focused, determined to win the battle.
As the battle progressed, Ignell realized that the mage was not alone. A group of his followers had arrived to support him, and they were closing in on the team. With his quick thinking, Ignell used his light magic to create a blinding flash that allowed the team to disengage and regroup.
The team decided to split up, with Ignell and Akame taking on the mage while Levi, Touka, and Yuki dealt with the followers. The plan worked, and they were able to take down the mage with a combination of fusion spells and sword strikes. As the mage fell, he released a burst of energy that knocked the team back, and they fell to the ground, exhausted.
But they had succeeded. They had claimed the artifact, and the danger that it posed had been neutralized. As they caught their breath, they looked around at the destruction that had been wrought by the battle. But they also knew that they had grown stronger as a team, and that they were ready for whatever challenges lay ahead.
The team returned to the academy, where they were hailed as heroes for their victory. The artifact was studied and eventually put on display in the academy's library, where it would serve as a reminder of their epic battle. For Ignell and his team, it was a moment they would never forget, and a testament to their skills and determination.