Chapter 201: The Last Attempt
The people Aldrian saved in Ilyon Town gaze at the golden light pillar reaching high into the sky before it falls in the direction of the eastern side. From afar, they hear only a rumbling sound, a sign that something significant has occurred in the region where the Sazim Fortress is located. All of them conclude that their savior is battling someone and can only pray for his safety.
The people of Vicanti could also see the golden pillar rising on the horizon. Many were curious and wondered what it was, but a group of onlookers stationed atop the town wall watched it with particular fascination. The sight of the golden light piercing through the clouds and reaching the boundless sky was both beautiful and awe-inspiring to them.
When the golden pillar descended to the land, creating a distant rumbling sound, they immediately realized it was the sign of a battle. The brilliance of the golden light and the distinctiveness of the technique left no doubt in their minds—there was only one person they knew who could unleash such overwhelming power.
The devils attempting to attack Sazim Fortress abruptly halted their actions when they saw the sudden appearance of the golden pillar. Despite their relentless efforts, they couldn’t breach the fortress vicinity due to the intricate killing formations that instantly annihilated any who dared to approach. Yet, they had continued trying, driven by their higher ups order. However, the blinding brilliance of the golden light forced them to stop and shift their focus entirely. From their close proximity, they could feel the immense power emanating from the golden pillar.
Despair
The only thing they felt was an overwhelming sense of hopelessness—there was no way devils of their level could contend with something like that. The unmistakable holy aura emanating from the technique confirmed it wasn’t one of their own. Instantly, they realized the person responsible was the same individual who had recently passed some of them, pursued by countless others. Their morale and spirit plummeted, even if they weren’t the intended target of this devastating technique, death seemed inevitable.
And true to their fears, when the golden light slammed into the ground, many of them were caught in its devastating impact. They had little time to react before the pillar struck, and thousands of devils, ranging from the Disciple stage to the Earl stage, were killed in the blinding light. The deep chasm left behind after the strike radiated thick, pure holy energy. It would not be an exaggeration to say that, if someone from the church were present, they would worship Aldrian.
At Aldrian’s location, he simply observed the aftermath of his newly created technique. This technique was inspired by Arthur’s sword technique, which he had witnessed during their battle in the Ivory Empire a few years ago. While Aldrian’s usual techniques were dominated by slashing motions, this one incorporated a chopping motion, delivering a pillar of light that struck down his opponent with immense force.
He simply needed to form his own concept of the technique and implement it with his comprehension. And voilà! He had created a technique he called the Pillar of Heaven’s Judgment.