At dawn, the coalition's forces descended upon the sanctuary, their banners darkening the horizon. Jihoon stood at the front, flanked by Arin, Sora, Daehyun, and Jang Seok.
"Form defensive positions!" Jihoon commanded. "Stick to the plan!"
The battle began with a clash of steel and magic. Jihoon's barriers held back the initial wave, while his disciples launched counterattacks. Arin and Sora's steam-based attack wreaked havoc on the enemy ranks, while Daehyun unleashed a fiery inferno that forced the coalition to regroup.
Despite their efforts, the coalition's sheer numbers threatened to overwhelm them. Jihoon realized they needed to turn the tide.
Drawing upon the Nexus's energy, he unleashed a powerful spell that created a massive storm. Lightning crackled through the battlefield, striking down enemies and scattering their formations. The disciples rallied, their spirits renewed by Jihoon's display of power.
As the enemy retreated, Jihoon stood amidst the wreckage, his body weary but his resolve unbroken. "This was only the beginning," he said to his disciples. "The true battle lies ahead. But today, we've shown them that magic is not to be underestimated."