The cavern rumbled as the Abyssal Warden stepped forward. Its form was a towering mass of shadow and molten fire, with glowing crimson veins running along its jagged body. Two eyes burned like twin suns, radiating an ancient malice.
"You trespass in my domain," the Warden growled. "Foolish mortals. You will perish here."
The summoning circle beneath the Warden pulsed with chaotic energy, and the oppressive air of the Abyss seemed to press down on the trio.
Ashen, gripping his Elemental Staff, chanted a spell. "[Arcane Barrier]!" A shimmering dome of light surrounded the group, shielding them from the Warden's overwhelming presence.
"Stay focused!" Ashen commanded. "This isn't like anything we've fought before."
Pyro hefted his Zweihander, flames licking along its edge. "Doesn't matter. I'll carve it up like the rest."
Aria, already slipping into the shadows, whispered, "Don't get reckless. Overconfidence will get us all killed.
[Status Window: Abyssal Warden]
