The number of enemies more than tripled that of the celestials present.
While the celestials were not weak, those of the ancient races possessed numerous strange abilities that increased the overall difficulty of the battle.
In the end, the battle was still in favor of the celestials; however, Izroth realized that if things had continued down their current path, then the number of injuries would rise. There was also the possibility that reinforcements were on their way.
So, in order to even the playing field, minimize any potential losses, and sate his curiosity, Izroth decided to activate the Great Lightning Army, one of the new skills of his Sword of the Storm.
The Great Lightning Army was a bonus forged effect that allowed Izroth to summon 26 Lightning Soldiers and 1 Storm Commander.
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