The dark red crystal pillars around the platform emitted irregular light, providing the duel arena with an eerie yet ample illumination.
"Jacqueline, watch your left!"
Eliot shouted a warning, while his fingertips traced an arc through the air.
A sharp wind blade formed instantly, slicing precisely toward a replicate attempting to ambush a companion.
This was already the third wave of replicates they had encountered after entering the core region.
The first two waves appeared individually, making them relatively easy to deal with.
But this time, they faced a mixed team of three to four replicates, dramatically increasing the difficulty of the battle.
"These replicates seem to be consciously cooperating with each other!"
Lina, maintaining the spiritual link, controlled the floating light spheres around her to execute precise strikes while being surprised to find that the replicates could always cover or dodge at the last moment.
