He stepped in and struck.
CLANG!
A heavy blow forced the chaotic energy back into alignment. The molten mass rippled, but it did not collapse.
Mareti continued without pause.Next came the Abyssal Ember Core.
Unlike the previous material, this one radiated deep and oppressive heat. It resisted breaking.
Mareti increased his output slightly.
"Breaking seal…"
The core cracked open with a dull sound, releasing a surge of dark red flame.
Ethan's eyes narrowed.
"Now!"
Mareti pushed the energy forward.
The molten flame merged into the forming blade.
BOOM!
A wave of heat exploded outward, and the air inside the chamber distorted.
Ethan did not step back. He raised his hammer again and struck repeatedly.
CLANG! CLANG!
Each strike forced the chaotic fire deeper into the weapon's structure.
Sweat formed on his forehead, but his movements did not slow.
"Keep it stable," he said firmly.
"I am trying," Mareti replied, his voice steady.
The third material followed.
