The crimson sunset sank low behind the ridgeline, the sky quietly filled with blood-red hues. Temple Knights near the wall raised their longswords against massive, spear-like earth spikes capable of piercing human bodies, while simultaneously using light-element magic to erase the mottled, indistinct defensive runes carved into the stonework.
Defensive tactics in this world differed from medieval practices in Astrid's past life. This wall, constructed via earth-element magic, was itself a spiked shield. Without removing the defensive arrays on its outer surface, any direct contact risks impalement by earth spears or being roasted by spreading lightning magic.
Using his armor to block a spike crashing towards him, the lead knight swung his sword again. Light-element magic, carrying dispelling effects, continued its operation. Once a small area was cleared, the knight shouted loudly. Ladders hidden within the ranks emerge fully from the thin mist.
