The battlefield was a cacophony of light and shadow as Elara's incantation filled the air with an ancient, powerful energy. Derek stood resolute within the protective circle of light, the gravity of his decision weighing heavily on him. His eyes met Rahul's, who stood at the edge of the circle, his expression a mixture of sorrow and determination.
Klaus, feeling the shift in the energy around him, roared in fury. The shadows surrounding him writhed and twisted, reacting to the approaching spell with an almost sentient malevolence. His monstrous form glowed with dark energy, and his crimson eyes burned with an intensity that threatened to consume everything in their path.
"You think you can defeat me with your petty tricks?" Klaus bellowed, his voice echoing with the power of a thousand nightmares. "I am eternal! I will never fall!"
