The Battle Array formation of the six bandits was actually several times stronger than that of the twelve bandits with Broadswords.
The lead bandit in particular had remarkably dense Qi Blood Power. He was likely a Perfect Martial Artist of the Muscle Strengthening Realm, and every technique he executed with his Broadsword manifested as Saber Momentum.
When his Saber Momentum merged with the other bandits' Blade Techniques, the resulting Battle Array's power even faintly surpassed Shen Qingyao's Sword Momentum.
The Battle Array, combined with their Heavy Armor, made their defense as solid as an iron fortress—impenetrable.
Shen Qingyao circled the six bandits, unleashing dozens of Phantom Sword Stance techniques. CLANG! CLANG! They fought for dozens of rounds, yet she couldn't harm them in the slightest. On the contrary, she was nearly wounded by their fierce formation several times.
