The attack that struck them from the side was sudden and ferocious, scattering the defenders momentarily. From the shadows emerged a new adversary, cloaked in a dark aura, exuding an overwhelming presence that made the very air tremble.
"Who the hell are you now?" Nicholas muttered, regaining his footing.
From the darkness, a figure stepped forward, clad in obsidian armor adorned with runic symbols that pulsed with dark energy. His eyes glowed with a sinister light, and his presence seemed to drain the very hope from those who gazed upon him.
"You can put down the helmet, we already know it's you, Eric." Lyle stated as he stared at the new figure who suddenly stopped walking and glanced at him.
"How did you know?" Eric asked as he took off his helmet and smiled at Lyle.
"You're the only one who suddenly disappeared after we arrived here, dumbass," Lyle said as Eric chuckled.