Adrian noticed that the monsters' corpses transformed into solid shields and were capable of withstanding his attacks under the influence of the crimson light. As his sword energies wreaked havoc, more and more monsters fell to his blade. Simultaneously, the number of monsters being used as shields increased.

In less than a moment, a massive and sturdy protective wall formed around the monsters. Although their advance was slow, their steps were firm. They steadily approached Adrian, quickly for