BOOM!
Clayton snapped out of his frozen state as the ground continued to quake and scorching debris flew in all directions.
His skin stung from the searing heat, confirming this was no dream. Panic gripped him as he sprinted toward the Trial Gate, which was moments from opening. But he wasn't alone—hundreds of others were also scrambling to escape.
The crowd pressed in tightly, panic erupting like wildfire. People shoved, screamed, and trampled over those who fell.
Amid the chaos, Clayton focused on staying upright. One wrong move, and he'd be crushed. Just as he began looking for cover, a blazing chunk of molten rock shot toward him.
His eyes widened in terror. He had no room to dodge—it was packed shoulder to shoulder.
With nowhere to run, Clayton had only one choice: block the attack.
He gritted his teeth and forced himself to act, chanting rapidly.
"Water Magic: Wave of Water !"
