Our heroes face the culmination of past events while discussing party subs. They prepare for a siege, dream of winter wars, and confront the immolators in a fiery showdown. Tension rises as unexpected news is delivered, leading to intense battles and surprising revelations.
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The group challenges the Torch of McCall's claim, hinting at his malevolent influence, inciting doubts among his followers.
Group suggests the Torch of McCall's true identity may not be as it seems, sparking tension and curiosity among his troops.
Ving bravely confronts the Torch in a fierce battle, revealing immunity to fire, causing chaos and intensifying the conflict.
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The Torch's Ultimatum
The Torch of McCall confronts the group, accusing them of taking items that belong to him - dangerous demons. He demands their return to avoid unnecessary bloodshed. The group challenges his claim, hinting at the malevolent influence within him, inciting discord among his followers.
Revealing the Torch's True Nature
The group subtly reveals that the Torch of McCall might not be what he seems, provoking doubts among his troops about his true identity. Tensions rise as they question his immortal presence and the bloodshed associated with him over the centuries, planting seeds of doubt and curiosity.
The Unraveling of Deception
Despite the Torch's denial and laughter at the group's claims, the murmurs among his followers grow louder. The group offers a truce, surrendering the demons in exchange for revealing the deceit, leading to a climactic moment where trust in the Torch begins to waver, causing a stir among his loyalists.
Ving confronts the Torch of McCall and reveals immunity to fire
Ving bravely confronts the Torch of McCall, engaging in a fierce battle. Despite being hit by bolts of fire, Ving unveils his immunity to fire by transforming into a massive fire phoenix, stunning everyone present. The Torch fails to consume the saffron, causing chaos among the Lightguard ranks and the Emulators, ultimately leading to a fight and the arrival of the librarians, intensifying the turmoil.
Tuck faces off against Fadum with unexpected aid from Billy
Tuck, weaponless and facing Fadum, receives unexpected aid from Billy who swaps Tuck's waning knife for the Wardstone-inlaid bracer worn by Tuck. As Tuck charges towards Fadum, Billy's fairies assist in moving the axe, aiding Tuck in a risky confrontation. A battle ensues with Tuck knocking Fadum down with a rock slice, leading to a tense moment as fireballs approach, setting the stage for further conflict.