The city was still shrouded in silence from the recent battle. The lights flickered dimly, and some streets were covered in debris from the dark monster's attack. Hana and Rina were tired, but they knew they couldn't rest for long.
"We need to understand what's happening," Hana said, looking at the brooch in her hand. "If this monster was just one of many we'll face, then we need to prepare ourselves better."
Rina nodded.
"I agree. But there's something you need to know, Hana."
Hana looked at her curiously, sensing something important was about to be said.
"Noctis's generals aren't just random warriors," Rina continued. "Each of them represents an aspect of the shadows and has unique abilities. You've already met Selene, but now… I feel another one of them approaching."
Suddenly, a metallic sound echoed through the city. A dull thud, as if something was moving heavily through the dark alleys. Hana and Rina immediately transformed and got into a battle stance.
From the top of a building, a tall, imposing figure revealed itself. He was dressed in obsidian-black armor, reflecting the moon's glow. His eyes glowed violet, and in his hands, he carried a massive blade made of pure shadow.
"So you are the new warriors of light?" His voice was deep and full of contempt. "I am Obsidian, Noctis's right-hand man. And I am here to end you before you become a threat."
Lunar Bloom clenched her fists.
"Sakura Eclipse, be careful. He is extremely strong."
Sakura Eclipse stepped forward, her heart racing but determined.
"If you want to destroy us, you will have to fight for it!"
Obsidian smiled darkly.
"That is what I intended."
He raised his blade, and from the shadows around him, a new monster emerged. It was a colossal creature made of pure black metal, with spikes all over its body and eyes glowing red.
"Shadowsteel, destroy this city and finish them off!" Obsidian ordered.
The monster roared and charged forward, its claws scraping the ground and creating sparks.
"I'll take care of him!" Lunar Bloom said, advancing quickly.
Sakura Eclipse focused her attention on Obsidian.
"So, you want to fight me?" Obsidian sneered.
"It's not about wanting to, it's about having to fight!" Sakura Eclipse said, holding her brooch tightly.
She spun in the air and invoked her attack.
"Eclipse Blossom Strike!"
Shining petals flew toward Obsidian, but he simply raised his blade and cut through the energy in the air, easily dispersing it.
"You're still weak." — He said coldly before moving at the speed of shadow, appearing behind Hana in an instant.
Before she could react, Obsidian slashed with his blade, throwing her against a nearby car.
"Sakura Eclipse!" Lunar Bloom shouted, dodging an attack from the Shadowsteel monster.
Sakura Eclipse hit the wall, feeling pain from the impact. She tried to get up, but Obsidian was already in front of her.
"You're not ready for this war." He raised his sword to deliver the final blow.
At the last second, a burst of silver light interrupted his attack.
"Lunar Mirage!" Lunar Bloom shouted, creating an illusory barrier that enveloped Sakura Eclipse, protecting her.
Obsidian stepped back slightly, irritated.
"Tsk… so this is how it's going to be?"
Lunar Bloom helped Sakura Eclipse to her feet.
"We need to fight together. Alone, you don't stand a chance against him now."
Sakura Eclipse stood, determined.
— Alright. Let's finish him off!
The two warriors prepared for the most intense battle yet.