The titanium shield of the Gleaming Shadow Mecha barely withstood, pushing back against the resonating force. The following second saw the mech knocked back by a blade attack, Bastar making a direct cut into the vessel. Suddenly, a warning flickered. The Phantom Flame Mecha swayed its head, a silver gleam cutting through the air and opening a crack in the hull.
-- Counter Dragon Drill Flash!
The Gleaming Shadow Mecha quickly distanced itself. Bastar did not pursue, knowing that rushing to defeat Ophie would be a folly. Those known for their offensive prowess always had some extreme modes of attack. The best strategy was to whittle her down, securing a steady take-down.