Despite the overwhelming odds, a spark of determination ignited in Alex's eyes. "Don't worry, guys! This stage, the Yokai's laser attack only targets me! Now help me!"
With that, he bolted past the encroaching skeletons, his eyes fixed on the Gashdokuro. Its form pulsed with malevolent energy, promising destruction. He needed to end this fight quickly, before the sheer number of skeletons overwhelmed them.
Angelina, understood the urgency. She tightened her grip on her katanas, her stance low and powerful. Akiko, transforming back into her human form, knelt down and summoned her kitsune companion. It appeared not in its majestic nine-tailed form, but as a small, white fox, its eyes filled with concern.
"Angelina, I'll use my magic to empower you just like Alex said. My fox can grant you a temporary buff."
Angelina, without hesitation, nodded in agreement. Time was of the essence, and they needed every advantage they could get.
