Project Mage

With Abner's relentless barrage of light blasts outside, Risebelle knew that they needed to fight back. She called out to her sisters urgently, "Summon your cannons, now!"

Responding to her command, Roselle and Runebelle invoked their abilities. They both called out the word "Weapon," and their unique cannons materialized in their hands.

Abner with a hint of frustration, declared, "There's no use hiding, Dr. Kintovar's creations. I will find your location and eliminate you." His emerald eyes glowed as he focused his magic on pinpointing their hiding spot.

As Abner's magic surged, he aimed his power at the fallen tree behind which the sisters had taken cover. With a burst of energy, he intended to destroy their hiding place.

However, before he could unleash his attack on the tree, they fired their cannons in unison.

Runebelle's cannon, the smallest but fastest, released a rapid barrage of magic shots that streaked towards Abner with precision. Roselle's cannon, the largest, unleashed a massive energy blast that moved slower but packed immense destructive power. Risebelle's shots were balanced, flying at an average speed with accuracy.

The combined assault caught Abner off guard, and he had to quickly raise a protective barrier of light energy to shield himself from the incoming attacks. The explosive impact of their shots against his barrier sent shockwaves rippling through the clearing, shaking the trees and scattering leaves in all directions.

Despite Abner's best efforts to defend himself, the sisters' firepower proved to be a formidable challenge. The barrier strained under the relentless assault, crackling with bursts of light as it absorbed the energy of their shots.

The combined assault caught Abner off guard, and he had to quickly raise a protective barrier of light energy to shield himself from the incoming attacks. The explosive impact of their shots against his barrier sent shockwaves rippling through the clearing, shaking the trees and scattering leaves in all directions.

Despite Abner's best efforts to defend himself, the sisters' firepower proved to be a formidable challenge. The barrier strained under the relentless assault, crackling with bursts of light as it absorbed the energy of their shots.

Abner gritted his teeth, his emerald eyes narrowing in concentration. He struggled to maintain the integrity of his barrier under the relentless assault. The sisters' coordinated attack was proving to be overwhelming, and he knew that he couldn't hold out much longer.

With a final surge of effort, the sisters unleashed a volley of powerful shots that shattered Abner's barrier. The barrier fractured into a dazzling display of light before dissipating completely.

Exposed and vulnerable, Abner found himself directly in the path of their attacks. The trio's energy shots slammed into him, causing a blinding explosion of light and energy. The force of the impact sent him hurtling backward, crashing through several trees in his path.

The clearing fell silent in the aftermath of the explosion, the echoes of their powerful attack ringing in the air. Smoke and dust filled the area where Abner had been standing, obscuring their view of the fallen Elite Mage.

As the smoke and dust settled in the clearing, the sisters cautiously emerged from their cover, their cannons still at the ready. They had managed to land a significant blow on Abner, their combined firepower proving effective against the Elite Mage.

Abner, lying amidst the debris and fallen trees, slowly began to push himself up. His once-pristine white robes were now torn and dirtied, and his face was marred by frustration and anger. His emerald eyes blazed with intensity as he glared at the sisters.

"This... this insolence will not be tolerated!" Abner seethed with rage. He could feel the lingering effects of their attack, his body aching from the damage inflicted.

"Luminous Radiance!"

Once Abner spoke the words, a blinding radiance emanated from his body, enveloping him in an aura of pure light.

The intense luminosity spilled out in all directions, creating an overwhelming glare that obscured vision and disoriented the sisters. Their surroundings were bathed in an intense, blinding brilliance, making it challenging for them to see and aim their attacks.

Risebelle, Roselle, and Runebelle squinted and shielded their eyes from the blinding radiance, struggling to maintain their focus. The oppressive light made it difficult to discern Abner's exact location and anticipate his movements.

But the effects of Luminous Radiance didn't stop at disorientation. As they struggled to withstand the overwhelming intensity of Abner's divine light, they could feel its damaging effects taking a toll on their bodies over time.

Their skin began to prickle, and a burning sensation spread through their limbs as they stood within the aura of pure light.

Roselle clenched her fists and squinted her eyes, trying to maintain focus despite the blinding radiance. She could feel the burning sensation on her skin and tries to tough out the pain.

Risebelle tried to assess the situation even as her vision was compromised She whispered to her sisters, "Stay close, and trust me.”

Runebelle, with her usual sad look, shrank back slightly, unable to hide her discomfort. The brightness of the radiance weighed heavily on her sensitive senses. She murmured, "I don't like this... It hurts."Despite the blinding radiance of Abner's Luminous Radiance, Risebelle attacks“Aqua Whirlwind!”

Risebelle summoned her Aqua Whirlwind, creating a powerful vortex of water and magic around her. However, her aim was indeed hindered by the disorienting light, making it challenging to target Abner accurately.

The Aqua Whirlwind swirled in the general direction of Abner, creating chaos and turbulence within the clearing. The water blades within the whirlwind sliced through the air, creating an aura of danger and unpredictability.

Despite the blinding radiance, Risebelle's attack had managed to find its mark. Abner, caught off guard by the sudden assault, struggled to maintain his composure within the swirling tempest. The water blades cut through his protective aura, causing him to wince in pain. The damage was moderate.

Abner, his frustration growing, retaliated with a barrage of blinding light blasts. The searing beams of energy shot forth from his outstretched hands, aimed directly at the source of the Aqua Whirlwind—Risebelle.

As the intense light blasts streaked through the air, Abner shouted towards Risebelle. "You cannot evade the light!”

Risebelle's vision was severely hindered by the blinding radiance of Abner's Luminous Radiance spell. As a result, she struggled to evade the incoming light blasts and ended up taking damage. Her pained cry filled the air.

Runebelle swiftly reacted to protect her sisters. She summoned her three pillars of magical energy—the ice, fire, and earth pillars. The ice pillar shimmered with a cold, frosty aura, the fire pillar crackled with flames, and the earth pillar stood firm and unyielding.

Runebelle positioned the pillars in front of Risebelle and herself, creating a protective barrier. The combined power of the three pillars effectively absorbed the incoming light blasts, shielding them from harm.

Abner, seeing his attacks thwarted by Runebelle's defensive magic, gritted his teeth in frustration.

Roselle activated her lightning ability. Despite the blinding radiance from Abner's Luminous Radiance spell, she concentrated her focus and strained to see through the intense light.

With her cannon at the ready, she fired a powerful lightning shot in the direction of Abner's last known position. The crackling bolt of electricity streaked through the air, guided by Roselle's intent to strike their formidable opponent.

Roselle's lightning shot missed its mark, but the brief illumination allowed her to catch a fleeting glimpse of Abner's body before he swiftly moved. It was just enough to confirm his position for a split second.

Abner, taking advantage of his opponent's temporary distraction, moved with incredible speed. With a focused burst of energy, he conjured a spinning disk of cutting light energy that sliced through Runebelle's three pillars, causing them to shatter into fragments of ice, fire, and earth.

Runebelle, her protective barrier destroyed, found herself vulnerable and exposed.

Abner, his emerald eyes focused on his target, declared , "This one is your defense, and I shall eliminate her first."

With unwavering resolve, Abner unleashed a relentless barrage of light blasts directed at Runebelle. However, Risebelle, standing resolutely in front of her sister, called upon her water energy to create a makeshift shield, protecting Runebelle from the incoming assault.

The impact of the light blasts against Risebelle's water shield created a dazzling display of energy, but it held firm, absorbing the attacks and preventing them from reaching Runebelle.

Abner stepped back from the sisters,composed and contemplative. His emerald eyes bore into them as he assessed the situation. Despite the intense battle, he remained calm and collected, his demeanor unwavering.

Abner raised his hand to his chin, deep in contemplation.

The blinding radiance of Abner's spell, Luminous Radiance, gradually faded away, Roselle, Risebelle, and Runebelle found themselves freed from its disorienting effects. The intense light that had obscured their vision and caused them pain had subsided, allowing them to see their surroundings clearly once more.

Roselle, who had struggled to target her lightning attack accurately, blinked in relief as her vision returned to normal. She could now clearly assess the situation and their opponent.

Risebelle, who had bravely shielded her sisters with her water energy, let out a sigh of relief as the blinding radiance dissipated. She stood ready to continue the battle.

Runebelle, with her sad face, glanced around, her eyes widening slightly as the overwhelming brightness gave way to a more manageable level of light.

Risebelle leaned in close to her sisters, speaking in a hushed tone “Alright.. Here’s the plan.”They listened intently, nodding in agreement as she outlined their strategy.

Meanwhile, Abner turned the page of his book, his emerald eyes scanning the text with a focused intensity.

“Thunderclap Surge!”

Roselle Summons a burst of crackling lightning that formed into a rapidly spinning fan of electricity. The fan homed in on its target with pinpoint accuracy, seeking out Abner.

Abner, his eyes widening in surprise, attempted to raise a barrier of light energy to protect himself. However, the Thunderclap Surge proved to be too quick and accurate. The tendrils of lightning struck with incredible precision, delivering powerful jolts of electricity upon impact.

Abner staggered back under the force of the attack, his form crackling with residual electricity. Smoke rose from his body as he tried to regain his composure.Runebelle quickly fired rapid shots from her cannon, forcing Abner to evade and maneuver to avoid getting hit. His movements were becoming more erratic as he struggled to defend against the onslaught.

As Abner attempted to evade Runebelle's shots, he inadvertently stepped onto a slippery energy trap that Risebelle had set on the ground. His footing gave way, causing him to lose balance and stumble.

Seizing the opportunity, Risebelle immediately summoned her Aqua Whirlwind, creating a powerful whirlwind of water and magic that enveloped Abner. He was trapped within the swirling vortex, unable to escape.

Roselle, seeing that Abner was now within the Whirlwind, charged up her cannon with yellow lightning. She unleashed a devastating lightning cannon shot. The electricity surged through the water, following the path of least resistance—Abner's body. He convulsed with pain as the powerful electrical shock coursed through him.

Risebelle, as Abner writhed in agony within the Whirlwind, took the opportunity to explain, "Water is a conductor of electricity. When mixed with the right magic, it becomes a deadly combination. Electricity flows through water, seeking the path of least resistance. That's why this attack was so effective."

Abner lay on the forest floor, his body convulsing from the devastating combination of water and lightning that had coursed through him. His normally composed demeanor had crumbled, replaced by a look of agony. He struggled to get up, his movements feeble and uncoordinated. Blood oozed from several wounds where the sisters' attacks had struck him, staining his white robes crimson.

Every attempt to rise was met with pain, his body betraying him as he tried to regain his footing.

Risebelle remarked to the battered Abner, "You know, you might want to diffuse with the Mana Extractor in your condition, although I don’t care either way." Her cannon was aimed at him, ready to unleash another devastating shot.

Abner, struggling to catch his breath and barely able to move, could only glare at Risebelle, until a smirk appeared on his face.