“Xanthakos?”

The moment that name echoed through the battlefield, every powerful being froze.

Wasn’t Xanthakos—one of the Five Great Path Emperors and master of the Gate of Mystery—sealed away by Emperor Caden long ago? When had he returned?

Before anyone could process it—

A thunderous explosion erupted from within the Void Path Mirror.

The shockwave slammed into the concentric formation, sending violent tremors through it. Cracks spread instantly across its surface.

“Hold the line!” Yegor roared. “Waitara Path is still only projecting energy. But if Xanthakos joins him, that becomes a physical assault. We must endure!”