For a minute or two of quiet advancement, things went well.
Then a stray shot got too close to an Esquire, and the Psionic stopped it with telekinesis by reflex. The resulting flare of power attracted the attention of demons like breadcrumbs attract birds.
A bipedal monstrosity that looked like a mix between a bear and a two-week old human corpse roared, urging the nearest dozen goblinoids to turn their attention toward the Exemplars. The demon's aura showed it must've been one of the low-ranked leaders of the demon army, a grade D danger from the Void System's estimate.
"We've been spotted! Advance by fire, spearhead formation!" the Exemplar sergeant of the 1st squad shouted.
Sergeant Holt was given formal leadership over the groups for the time of operation, thanks to his high rating table position. His combat experience showed—he was already moving and launching several lashing Psionic attacks as he shouted.
