Just as they thought they had cornered Osteroth, the dark aura around it intensified, plunging the surroundings into a suffocating atmosphere. The air grew heavy, and the ground trembled beneath their feet as skeletal mages began clawing their way out of the earth. Their crimson eyes glowed menacingly, and the black energy emanating from their staffs crackled ominously. Without hesitation, they launched dark fireballs toward Virginia, who was positioned in the backline.
"Watch out! Protect Virginia!" Catherine shouted, her eyes widening as she recognized the imminent danger.
The Navigator's voice echoed in their minds. "This is the second phase! Osteroth has changed its attack pattern. Don't let those mages target Virginia, or we'll lose our healer!"
