Crimson Veil
Episode 25: Tyrant Ascends — The Flame That Defies Fate!
[Page 1] – Splash Page
Scene: Ren, now burning with a reborn Tyrant Flame, stands with Kael's fading body in his arms. His aura cracks the floor beneath him. Zareth watches silently, his own power intensifying in response.
Narration Box:
"A tyrant rises not alone… but with those who believe in him."
[Page 2] – Flame Reforged
Ren gently sets Kael's body down. He clenches his fists — golden embers swirl around him like stars.
Ren (quietly):
"I'm done holding back."
Zareth (smirking):
"Good. Show me the strength born of loss."
[Page 3] – Clash Rekindled
Ren dashes forward, golden trails blazing behind him. Zareth meets his strike with a blade of black fire. The tower trembles with every hit. They are now evenly matched — blow for blow, light vs. shadow.
[Page 4] – Lira's Entry
Suddenly, a storm of wind and lightning tears through the chamber. Zareth is pushed back as Lira lands beside Ren, her eyes glowing with fury. Her wind sigils spin rapidly.
Lira (furious):
"You don't get to fight him alone."
Ren (surprised):
"Lira…?"
Lira (firm):
"He's my partner too."
[Page 5] – Synchronized Assault
Lira and Ren move in perfect sync — Ren's flame punches, Lira's wind blades. Zareth blocks and counters, but their rhythm begins to overwhelm him. They trade attacks, each forcing Zareth back.
Zareth (thinking):
"They're syncing… like dual wings. I see."
[Page 6] – Turning the Tide
Ren charges a Tyrant Burst — a spiraling flame orb. Lira empowers it with a Cyclone Lance of wind. Together, they hurl it at Zareth. He braces but is hit full force, crashing into the throne behind him.
Ren (shouting):
"This is for Kael!"
Lira:
"And for everyone you broke!"
[Page 7] – Final Panel
Zareth rises from the rubble, coughing blood, his cloak torn. He smiles — not with malice, but something almost… respect.
Zareth:
"Now you look like a king."
Narration Box:
"Together… even fate begins to tremble."
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Next Episode: "Crown of Ash — Zareth's Final form