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Chapter 36 - “The Great War”

In Earth, the sky suddenly darkened as if a giant shadow had covered the sun. Shapeless figures began to appear on the deserted streets, their dark, amorphous forms advancing with silent menace. Citizens, now refugees in the Legion's base, felt fear pierce to their bones.

A portal over 100 meters tall opened in the midst of the devastated city. From it emerged Jotean, transformed into a horrific 60-meter giant. His presence was a vision of pure nightmare, with malevolent red eyes gleaming and a smile promising destruction. Behind him, a horde of shadows spilled forth like a black river, ready to sow chaos.

In the headquarters of the undead, Frizt watched a hourglass, its grains falling slowly. Manuel, beside him, looked on with satisfaction. "Perhaps we only need this assault to win," he said with a twisted smile.

Back on Earth, alarms echoed through the Legion's base. Soldiers and commanders mobilized swiftly, preparing to confront the invasion. Axel, Sara, Kellah, Frank, Junior, Moreno, and Rayber joined the troops, ready for the battle that would define their world's fate.

Rayber went to his room and opened a small chest. Inside lay two necklaces: one given to him by his childhood friend Rohwder, and another from his beloved Aurora. He took both necklaces, placing them around his neck. He felt the weight of his memories and promises, the strength of his loved ones guiding his actions.

In the main courtyard, soldiers formed ranks, commanders issued orders, and tension hung thick in the air. Ravanok, with his imposing presence, walked among the ranks, offering words of encouragement. Though lacking supernatural powers, his strength and determination were unmatched.

Rayber, with a resolute face and ominous calm, addressed his comrades. "This is our land," he declared loudly, his voice resonating over the crowd's murmur. "We will not allow the shadows to claim it. We will fight with every fiber of our being, with every breath. Today, we defend what is ours!"

The soldiers cheered, raising their weapons in a sign of unity and courage. With one last look to the darkened sky, Rayber felt a wave of determination course through him. With Rohwder's and Aurora's necklaces close to his heart, he knew that, no matter the outcome, he would fight to his last breath.

As the Legion and its allies prepared for the imminent battle, a sense of determination and sacrifice filled the air. Earth was about to face its toughest trial, and each of them was ready to give everything they had to protect their home.

The tension on the battlefield was palpable as Ravanok came face to face with Orlin, also known as Carlos. Carlos' smile was sinister, a display of his confidence and power. Ravanok looked at him with a mix of challenge and anticipation.

"This is what I've wanted since I first saw you," Ravanok said, his voice filled with anticipation.

Carlos responded with a smile barely concealing his malice. "What say you, here and now?"

Without further words, the two launched themselves at each other. The battle that ensued was legendary, a dance of strength and skills that shook the earth around them. Ravanok's blows were precise and devastating, while Carlos countered with inhuman agility and ferocity. Sparks flew with each clash, and the earth trembled under their feet.

Meanwhile, in another corner of the battlefield, Rayber strategized with Junior. "We need to get to Manuel," Rayber said, his gaze fixed on the horizon dotted with dark portals. "I'm going to ride on you, Junior. You'll take me to the origin of those portals."

Junior nodded, his armor gleaming under the battlefield's dim light. "Understood. But be careful, Rayber. There are more like them, and they'll all want to kill us."

Rayber turned to the others. "Axel, I leave you in charge of the Legion," he said, his voice firm and authoritative. "Elara, you'll handle the army. Don't die."

Axel and Elara nodded, their expressions serious yet filled with determination. "We'll do what's necessary," Axel replied, his gaze fiery.

With one last look at his team, Rayber climbed onto Junior's armor. "Let's go," he said, and Junior began to move, cutting through the shadows.

The ride was anything but smooth. Shadows lunged at them, but Junior advanced with unstoppable force, knocking down any enemy in his path. Rayber, mounted on him, directed the strategy, his eyes sharp for any threat.

"Watch out to the right!" Rayber shouted, pointing out a group of shadows closing in.

Junior turned sharply, crushing the shadows under his weight. "Stay steady, Rayber!" Junior roared as he continued to advance.

The battlefield was chaos, but Rayber and Junior moved with impeccable precision and coordination. They knew reaching Manuel was crucial, and they were determined not to fail.

Meanwhile, in the center of the field, the battle between Ravanok and Carlos raged on. Every blow echoed like thunder, and both fighters showed fierce determination. Ravanok, with his superhuman strength, and Carlos, with his agility and cunning, seemed evenly matched in power.

Rayber and Junior drew closer to their goal with each step. "We're almost there," Rayber said, his eyes shining with determination.

"Just a bit more," Junior replied, picking up the pace.

The battle for Earth and the fate of both worlds was in full swing, and each of the heroes knew there was no room for error. With every step, every blow, they advanced toward the final showdown that would decide everyone's fate.

Axel advanced with determination, his steps echoing across the uneven terrain of the battlefield. His gaze settled on Autumn, who stood out among the shadows in dark, ornate armor. Axel grinned challengingly.

"What are you supposed to be in that armor? A knight?" Axel taunted, his eyes full of mockery.

Autumn responded with a charismatic smile and a theatrical bow of her head. "I am the Countess of Shadows," she said melodically, "and you, well, you're going to die."

With those words, the great battle between Axel and Autumn began. The two lunged at each other, their blows clashing with deafening force. Axel was quick and precise, his movements fluid and lethal. Autumn, on the other hand, fought with dark grace and ruthless precision, her armor gleaming each time she blocked a blow.

Not far away, Kellah and Sara carved their way through stronger shadows. Kellah, driven by fury, cut through enemies with savage ferocity, while Sara, with her agility and tactical knowledge, anticipated every enemy move and outmaneuvered them with skill.

"To the left, Kellah!" Sara shouted, pointing out a group of shadows approaching.

Kellah turned swiftly, her sword flashing as she mowed down the enemies. "Thanks, Sara! Let's go, we can do this."

Meanwhile, in another part of the battlefield, Frank transformed into his colossus form. His body towered 60 meters tall, his thick, muscular skin gleaming in the light, and a gold chain hung around his neck, a symbol of his strength and status.

Frank headed toward Jotean, who had also transformed into a horrific giant. With a voice that rumbled like thunder, Frank said, "I will kill you myself, Jotean."

Jotean, with his disfigured face and eyes full of hatred, laughed. "Try it, colossus. We'll see who's stronger."

The battle between the two giants began, shaking the ground with every step and blow. Frank, with his unstoppable strength, threw punches that staggered Jotean, while Jotean responded with unrestrained fury, attacking with brutality only a creature of the shadows could display.

The battlefield was a chaos of combat, with each hero facing their enemy in a desperate fight for survival. The Legion's determination and courage shone through the darkness in every move, every blow, every decision. They knew that Earth's fate depended on them, and they were willing to give everything they had to protect it.

In the headquarters, Manuel watched the portals and the hourglass, his malevolent smile never fading. "Maybe we only need this assault to win," he murmured, confident in his strategy.

The Legion's forces and their allies were stretched to their limits, but their indomitable spirit shone through the darkness. The war between the two worlds had begun in earnest, and each battle, each sacrifice, was one step closer to the final destiny awaiting both sides of the conflict.