Nazakiel attacks first - without moving a muscle. Through the air, he launches a psychic attack, seeking to end Barns with one decisive blow. A wall of distorted air pushes against Barns to crush him. But the legendary hero is not one to falter easily - he whips his cane through the air, and the defensive magic of the sage crab comes through. The distortion is erased, and Barns is no worse for wear.
"Defensive magic," Nazakiel narrows his eyes. "Strong enough even to block me, hm? But can it block this?"
Nazakiel thrusts his arm out, and volatile energy spews from the floor. It takes the form of two giant hands and in one fluid motion, they each swipe at Barns and Clancy.
Barns swings his cane and vanquishes one of the magicked hands, while Clancy smashes the other into the ground, causing it to diffuse. Nazakiel watches with unbothered curiosity.
"You've already put up a much better show than the girl."
Nazakiel ushers to Maria. She trembles in the corner, her eyes downcast.
