The celestial sword pulsed, pushing back against the heroes' desperate resistance.
A collective gasp escaped their lips as the ground beneath their feet began to tremble.
"Arghh!" Jian Gang roared, the strain on his body reaching a critical point. The celestial dragons, magnificent as they were, struggled against the sword's ever-increasing weight.
Suddenly, Sebastian slammed his fist into the ground, channelling his remaining energy.
"PHOENIX!" he bellowed.
A magnificent bird of fire, wreathed in vibrant flames, erupted from the earth, soaring towards the celestial sword with a defiant cry. The phoenix, a symbol of rebirth and hope, added its fiery might to the fray, attempting to slow the sword's descent.
Across the battlefield, Akiko sensed a surge of opportunity. Her eyes flew open, a determined glint flashing within. "This is it!" she declared, biting her lip in concentration. "Kitsune Kai!"
