From the moment Kratos entered the confrontation, his attention had been directed toward the man his master specifically wanted.
And like a good soldier, he had no intention of allowing anything to interfere with his orders.
Not even the injuries he'd sustained from Gregory's flame giant.
Although the enormous sword had torn through a considerable portion of his shoulder, Kratos continued advancing as though the damage meant little to him.
Naturally, Arden wasn't about to allow him to approach Soren.
In fact, protecting Soren was the very reason he'd been brought here in the first place. And considering how important the man's ability had become to their survival, Arden understood that losing him would be disastrous.
Fortunately, he possessed an ability particularly suited to defending against powerful opponents.
Whenever he activated it, a thin barrier of blue energy formed around his body, greatly reinforcing his defenses.
