The fierce battle continued below. However, the side with fewer members had taken the upper hand, leaving the larger group in a disadvantaged position.
In fact, without the intervention of the magician, the Blood Cry Mercenaries might have had a chance to turn the tide. The unique ability of Armor Hardening significantly enhanced the Earthbound Immortals' strength, but the hierarchical difference in power wasn't something that could be easily changed. If they had been determined to fight, the Blood Cry Mercenaries might have suffered heavy casualties, but ultimately, victory could have been within their grasp.
After multiple clashes, one Earthbound Immortal's amber-colored armor had been hacked almost to pieces, and his combat abilities had considerably diminished. Still, the Blood Cry Mercenaries lacked the resolve to engage in a decisive fight. At this point, they were primarily concerned with escaping, having lost all will to stand their ground.
