As the battle raged, Finn worked frantically to set the charges around the monolith. Caleb and Zoe fought to protect him, their movements precise despite their exhaustion.
"We don't have much time!" Finn shouted as the creatures closed in.
Ruby fired relentlessly, her aim never wavering. "We're not letting them through!"
Selene engaged the Shadow directly, her weapon glowing faintly as it clashed against his dark tendrils.
"You cannot win," the Shadow snarled, his voice filled with fury. "You are nothing against me."
Selene gritted her teeth, her strikes relentless. "We'll see about that."
Finally, Finn's voice rang out. "Charges are set! Get clear!"
The group began to retreat, their movements frantic as the Shadow's creations swarmed around them. Mia and Zoe stood at the rear, their combined light forming a barrier that held the attackers at bay.
The Shadow roared, his form flickering as the monolith began to pulse erratically.
