Eleanor's gaze hardened as another Nexus Creature loomed before them, its grotesque form casting a sinister shadow that flickered in the flames. Her heart sank at the sight; she had nearly exhausted her soul essence while reversing time.
Thankfully, the person she had fought to save had quickly regained his memories, but any further exertion could plunge her into a hibernation state—a fate that could last a week or two, too perilous with the Nexus Creatures hot on their heels.
Desperate, Eleanor wanted to summon her sword, but before she could act, a card shot past her, slicing through the air with lethal precision. It darted straight for the creature's weak spot—the joint—embedding itself with a satisfying thud.
The creature howled in confusion, its many eyes glinting with fury as it stumbled, disoriented. This brief moment of vulnerability allowed them just enough time to change direction.
