But even with the archers' rapid rate of fire, there was still an interval between attacks.
Seizing the moment the first volley ended, the pursuers' archers, who had been following close behind the shield bearers and warriors, stepped forward.
Swoosh, swoosh, swoosh—
Arrows flew once again, but this time, the effect was drastically different.
Howard and the others didn't even have proper armor, let alone shields. Facing the downpour of arrows, any hit would elicit a shrill scream of pain.
The arrows sank deep into their bodies, even affecting their bones, and their HP plummeted significantly.
It was only thanks to Wales' timely use of a skill to protect him that Howard was spared; otherwise, he wouldn't have been able to withstand such an onslaught.
The magi, in the midst of casting their spells, were no exception.