The massive hand shot through the darkness.

Lucien barely had time to react.

Seraphina screamed his name.

"Lucien!"

He raised his sword.

The hand struck.

BOOM!

The impact sent Lucien flying across the chamber. He crashed against the stone wall and dropped to the ground.

"Lucien!"

Seraphina ran toward him.

Before she could reach him, the other guardians moved.

Caelan raised his blue crown.

Nethros summoned a wall of fire.

Aster released a wave of golden light.

Lyra lifted the Crystal Heart.

The Keeper drew his ancient blade.

Together, they formed a barrier between Lucien and the darkness.

The massive hand slammed against it.

The entire chamber shook.

"It's too...