Laris led the charge, his short swords flashing as he cut down goblins with ruthless precision. "Stay close and cover the sides!" he ordered.
The knights moved in synchronized strikes, each covering the other's blind spots. One goblin leaped from a rooftop, its dagger aimed at a knight's neck, but a quick thrust from Laris ended its attack mid-air.
"Keep moving!" he urged, his breath labored but his resolve unshaken.
In the plaza, Esten's Flankers fended off a wave of goblins trying to retake the ground. "Hold your positions!" Esten shouted, his spear thrusting into a goblin's chest. "They can't overwhelm us if we keep the formation tight!"
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Finally, the Vanguard emerged from the western path into a broader street. At the far end, an arched gateway stood tall, marking the exit to the next zone. Laris raised his hand, signaling the all-clear.
