The sudden psychic assault, somewhat unexpected, also made sense within reason.
Because the previous foul language had spilled over.
Gandalf and the Elven Lady had both erupted, swiftly driving the Fellowship of the Ring away with a spell, plunging deeper into the Moria mine tunnels, where they had by now vanished without a trace.
With the Flame Demon freed from its bonds, it was a perfect time for an ambush.
The shadowy figure was indeed a master of seizing opportunities!
And Tao Yu, facing the sweeping Flame Sword of the Flame Demon, also seemed to be affected by a mental disturbance, his face suddenly changing color.
But in the next moment, he was devoured by fire, turning into a figure of flame, gradually melting away like magma.
Having landed a successful strike, the Flame Demon, having dealt with a formidable foe, seemed to vent the frustration bottled up from Tao Yu's previous combo, letting out a resounding roar.