Vile Evil Hides Under The Veil

Carvel was resolute in his decision.

If the Ranker belonged to the enemy, they needed to be neutralized immediately, even at the cost of their own vulnerability and collateral damage on the battlefield.

"Identify this mad Ranker at once! Discover their allegiance and location," Carvel commanded his subordinates with an unwavering tone.

"If they are our comrade, provide support and protection. But if they belong to Edinburgh, attack without hesitation. We must eliminate them before they unleash havoc upon us in the future," he concluded, his face set in determination and his voice resolute in the face of this crucial moment.

In the face of the unprecedented phenomenon caused by the mad Ranker's breakthrough, Carvel made a decisive choice. He temporarily placed the priority of identifying and dealing with this powerful individual above the immediate concern of winning the disputed land between the two kingdoms.

With a firm voice, he conveyed his orders to his subordinates, and they wasted no time in executing his commands.

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The Layos and Edinburgh Rankers, swept up in the urgency of the situation, scattered in all directions to locate the mysterious Ranker responsible for the atmospheric changes with their Individuality. The once-coordinated battles now became a chaotic scramble as both sides tried to track down the source of the disturbance.

To ensure utmost security, Renita and Altashia's factions made a unanimous decision not to disclose Eren's extraordinary condition to their allies. The fear of crucial information falling into the wrong hands prompted them to keep silent, even as the chaos escalated around them.

The recent battle had taken a heavy toll on Layos' forces, leaving no survivors from Layos' army who had fought against Eren's group. As such, the Layos forces were as clueless as their adversaries about the mysterious Ranker seeking his ranking promotion amidst the battlefield turmoil.

The uncertainty added an air of mystery and danger to the already tense situation, leaving both sides on edge as they continued their relentless search for the elusive mastermind behind the atmospheric upheaval.

Carvel, ever vigilant, kept a wary eye on his opponent, Birmond Remus, the esteemed Frost King of Edinburgh. While the two warriors engaged in combat, Carvel's mind was preoccupied with the unfolding events. The search for the enigmatic Ranker put aside, even the Edinburgh commander recognized the gravity of the situation and ordered his forces to join in the hunt for the cause of the atmospheric upheaval.

As the battlefield devolved into a frenzy of pursuit and combat, the true power of the mad Ranker's Individuality continued to elude them all. The fate of the disputed land hung in the balance, but for now, the focus was on identifying and either protecting or neutralizing the one-of-a-kind Ranker whose presence had sent shockwaves through the minds of the Rankers present in the disputed region.

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Birmond Remus found himself entangled with his formidable adversary, Carvel. In the not-so-distant past, Birmond had reluctantly buried the hatchet with Eren, realizing the immense danger that the enigmatic Ranker posed. This act of reconciliation had undoubtedly saved House Remus from being utterly obliterated by Eren's might.

In the years that followed, Birmond dedicated himself to numerous battles, dutifully fulfilling the war contracts accepted by House Remus on behalf of the kingdom of Edinburgh. The trials of combat had finally begun to bear fruit, as Birmond's once-stagnant Ranking Path exhibited promising signs of progress.

The injuries inflicted on Birmond's mana core, a consequence of resorting to the cultist method for ranking promotion, were gradually healing. After nearly a decade of relentless effort and self-improvement, Birmond had attained stability in his Ranking Path and was now ready to venture further along his destined journey.

However, this time, Birmond faced a challenge unlike any other. Carvel, dispatched to the battlefield by the kingdom of Layos, was handpicked to counter Birmond's prowess. The battle between these formidable adversaries transformed the surrounding landscape into a mesmerizing dance of contrasting elements.

Birmond's domain seemed encapsulated by ice and snow, while Carvel's terrain bore the characteristics of an active volcano. The air surrounding Carvel was rife with the scent of sulfur, and molten lava teased the earth's surface, threatening to erupt from the seams.

As the two Rankers locked horns, their clash sent mana shocks through the battlefield, captivating and terrifying all who bore witness. The very elements seemed to be at war, and the battlefield became a battleground of ice and fire, reflecting the deep-seated conflict between the kingdoms of Edinburgh and Layos.

In the midst of the chaotic battlefield, Birmond and Carvel commanded their awe-inspiring companions, Naya, and the colossal wyvern, respectively. Naya, Birmond's loyal demon beast, stood faithfully by his side, radiating an aura of dark and enigmatic power.

On the other hand, Carvel's imposing wyvern loomed menacingly behind him, a sight to behold. Unlike the wyvern Eren had encountered, this majestic creature was larger and more mature, exuding an aura of authority over its element—the scorching power of fire and lava.

With each beat of its powerful wings, the wyvern had unleashed its intent-based magic, transforming the once-familiar battleground into a searing volcanic landscape. The molten lava flowed like rivers, its fiery touch melting anything unfortunate enough to be caught in its path.

The wyvern's mastery over the lava element made it a formidable counter to Naya's demonic abilities centered around the element of ice. The tag team of Birmond and his loyal demoness Naya would have wrought havoc upon Carvel's forces had it not been for Layos' strategic deployment of this draconic guardian.

Layos' army had executed a masterful surprise by unleashing not one but two wyverns upon the disputed land. This region, abundant in valuable ranking resources, held great significance for both Layos and Edinburgh, serving as a vital strategic location for future conflicts.

The desire to claim this territory had driven Layos to exhaust all efforts in securing the upper hand in the ongoing battle.

Among the Rankers of Edinburgh's seasoned warriors, Birmond stood as one who had prior knowledge of Eren and his extraordinary Individuality. The encounter with Eren's unique power in the past had left a lasting impression on him and others who shared this secret insight.

Swiftly deducing the true identity of the mysterious Ranker going through his ranking promotion, these small bunch of Rankers from Edinburgh chose to keep this revelation close to their chests, concealing it from the enemy forces.

Amidst the tumultuous battlefield, Eren, the catalyst of the abrupt change unfolding, remained oblivious to the monumental shifts transpiring around him. His undivided focus was fixed upon a singular goal – achieving the revered status of a Master Ranker.

In this pivotal moment, the chaos of the battleground paled in significance compared to the profound connection the butcher had established with Afang's World Will.