Eclipse and Dark Arthur clashed again, their weapons meeting in a burst of another silvery light and darkness. Eclipse’s Celestial Radiance glowed with a silvery brilliance, its power radiating through the void. Dark Arthur’s Excalibur, on the other hand, was a blade of pure darkness, its malevolent energy swirling like a storm.

"You’re strong," Eclipse said, her voice calm but filled with excitement. "But you’re not Arthur. You’re just a shadow of what he once was."

Dark Arthur didn’t respond, his pale eyes empty as he swung his blade with relentless force. But Eclipse was faster, her movements almost ethereal as she dodged and countered with precision. Each strike from Celestial Radiance sent shockwaves through the void, the sheer power of her attacks forcing Dark Arthur to retreat. She was starting to get serious.

The people of Aetherlight watched in awe as Eclipse started to dominate the battle. Her skill and confidence were unmatched, and her mastery of Celestial Radiance was a sight to behold. For the first time, they understood why she was considered the strongest—the Sovereign Sword who had brought peace to their kingdom.

Her voice rang out, calm and confident, as she executed her techniques. "Sovereign Swordsmanship: Sky Destroyer!" A devastating strike descended from above, crashing into Dark Arthur with overwhelming force. Before he could recover, Eclipse smoothly transitioned into her next move. "Lunar Swordsmanship: Silver Slicer!" A glistening, silver flying slash chased after Dark Arthur, its potency cutting through the darkness like a blade through paper.

Dark Arthur, though an empty shell, reacted with the instincts of a warrior. His voice, layered and eerie, echoed through the void as he countered with his own signature move. "Knight King Absolute Slash!" A wave of pure darkness surged toward Eclipse, its power immense and terrifying. The former generals watching from the viewing box recognized it immediately—it was Arthur’s signature technique, a move that had once struck fear into the hearts of his enemies.

But Eclipse merely smiled, her Lunar Eyes glowing with intensity. She took a firm stance, her Celestial Radiance gleaming with a mix of silver and red energy. "Lunar Sovereign Sword Style: Lunar Destroyer," she declared, her voice steady. With a single, powerful slash, she unleashed an attack that combined the brilliance of the moon and the destructive force of the Sovereign Swordsmanship. The clash of energies was blinding, but Eclipse’s attack overpowered Dark Arthur’s, the glistening silver and red energy consuming the darkness.

In the viewing box, the former generals were left speechless. Lancelot, his eyes wide with disbelief, muttered, "Impossible... That was Arthur’s signature move! How did she—?"

Lyandra, however, smirked, her pride in her daughter evident. "I told you. Eclipse is unlike any Sovereign Sword before her. She’s not just combining the two styles—she’s perfected them into something entirely new."

The King and Queen exchanged glances, their expressions a mix of shock and admiration. The citizens of Aetherlight, watching through the magical screens, were equally stunned. Their cheers had momentarily stopped as they processed the sheer power of their beloved Sovereign Sword. For a moment, the entire kingdom was silent, awestruck by the spectacle.

Outside the Evacuation Area

Former General Leoric stood among the evacuated participants, his expression one of pure astonishment. "I’ve never seen anything like this," he said, his voice filled with awe. "To counter Arthur’s signature move so effortlessly... Eclipse has truly surpassed us all."

Kalavan, standing nearby, couldn’t help but grin. "I always knew she was strong, but this... this is on another level." He had seen Eclipse wield the Sovereign and Lunar Swordsmanship separately, but witnessing her combine them into a single, devastating style was something else entirely.

Althea, her eyes wide, awkwardly chuckled. "Wow, so that’s the swordsmanship Eclipse always told me about. I thought she was just joking."

The other current generals—Percival, Halik, Gawain, Lamorak, Gerald, Kay, and Borris—had mixed reactions. Some were in awe, others were fearful, and a few were filled with admiration. They had always respected Eclipse, but now they realized just how far ahead she was.

Xacion, however, was seething internally. His plans had been foiled, and it was all because of Eclipse. A few days ago, he had used his 2nd class ability that no one knows, it was Dungeon Master, it has the ability alter a small part of the Aether Maze, creating the hidden hole that had trapped Mixarnt. His goal had been to use a participant as bait to awaken Dark Arthur, hoping to control the darkness for his own purposes. A dark sword entity he had encountered in a secret room within the Saint Palace had told him about Arthur’s darkness and how it could be harnessed. But the entity had warned him of a trial—one that would kill him if he failed. Xacion had decided to use a participant as a scapegoat, but he hadn’t expected that participant to be Mixarnt.

Now, with Mixarnt surviving the trial and Eclipse stepping in to confront Dark Arthur, Xacion’s plans were crumbling. "Fuck..." he muttered under his breath, his frustration boiling over. He turned and walked away, his mind racing as he tried to figure out his next move.

Isolde, unaware of Xacion’s true intentions, approached him with concern. "Xacion, are you alright?" she asked, her voice gentle. She had always trusted him, especially after he had exposed Chronos’ crimes and comforted her during her darkest moments. But she had no idea that she had been a pawn in his schemes.

Xacion forced a smile, masking his frustration. "I’m fine, Isolde. Just... thinking about what just happened."

Isolde nodded, her eyes filled with gratitude. "Thank you for being here. I don’t know what I’d do without you."

Xacion’s smile faltered for a moment, but he quickly regained his composure. "You don’t have to thank me. I’m just doing what’s right."

As the dust settled, Eclipse stood victorious, her Celestial Radiance glowing faintly in the void. Dark Arthur was gone, his darkness consumed by her power. Sunshine lowered her Solar Shield, her golden flame eyes meeting Eclipse’s. "Took you long enough," she teased, though her relief was evident.

Eclipse smirked. "I was enjoying myself. Besides, someone had to save the idiot over there." She gestured toward Mixarnt, who was still sitting on the ground, looking utterly exhausted.

Mixarnt managed a weak smile. "Thanks... I think."

The Magical Observer zoomed in on Eclipse, displaying her stance for all to see. She spun gracefully, then drove Celestial Radiance into the ground, shattering Mixarnt’s Ideal Zone like fragile glass. The battlefield instantly returned to normal.

“I am Eclipse, the Sovereign Sword. Those who dare threaten Aetherlight and its lands will fall by my blade.”

The people of Aetherlight erupted in cheers, but the foreign dignitaries—representatives from various kingdoms and empires—stiffened. To them, this was more than a declaration; it was a warning. Eclipse was ready for an all-out war, and worse, she alone could bring devastation to their nations.

Tension spread among the diplomats. They had already signed a peace treaty with Aetherlight two years ago, not out of goodwill, but out of fear. The memory of their failed invasion still haunted them. Back then, an alliance of ten kingdoms had waged war on Aetherlight, supported by empires from other regions confident in their overwhelming numbers—ten million troops, mages, healers, and even devastating magical artifact cannons. But three years ago, everything changed.

Eclipse had returned from her adventures, and within a week, she stepped onto the battlefield. With effortless grace, she unleashed her Sovereign Swordsmanship: Sky Destroyer at full power using Celestial Radiance—and 100,000 enemy soldiers were annihilated in an instant.

General Sunshine stood as the unbreakable wall of Aetherlight. While Eclipse brought destruction to their enemies, Sunshine ensured that not a single knight fell. With her divine healing and unwavering support magic, she, alongside Saint Isolde, shielded the kingdom’s forces from injury, disease, and exhaustion. Even when the enemy unleashed their strongest magical attacks, Sunshine’s barriers held firm. Because of her, the soldiers of Aetherlight fought without fear.

Despite being vastly outnumbered, Aetherlight’s army, led by its elite Generals, rallied behind Eclipse. Though their knights were fewer, they were far superior. With Eclipse leading the charge, they crushed their enemies with ease. By the war’s end, Aetherlight didn’t just claim victory—it expanded. Eclipse personally annihilated six of the ten opposing kingdoms, cementing Aetherlight’s dominance.

Thus, two legendary figures emerged from the war: Sunshine, the Sovereign Shield, and Eclipse, the new Sovereign Sword.

However, King Arnold was not a tyrant. Instead of conquering the ruined lands, he rebuilt them, granting independence to the cities and providing humanitarian aid. Sunshine played a key role in the restoration efforts, healing the wounded and overseeing the rebuilding of homes, temples, and farmlands. She ensured that Aetherlight was seen not just as a powerful nation, but as a benevolent one.

King Arnold sent knights to protect the people and offered them aid, earning their gratitude and loyalty. What once were enemy lands became devoted allies. Aetherlight was not just feared—it was respected.