Synopsis

The chapter begins by establishing Alira as a merciless and incredibly strong antagonist, recounting his massacre of a mercenary corps. Page recognizes Alira's dangerous power and how he even challenged Allen before. Page attempts to fight Alira, using layering shields, but is quickly outmatched by Alira's immense mana density and magic enhancing his physical form. Page acknowledges the vast difference in power between them as they engage in battle, also noting Alira's use of magic to cauterize his own wounds to continue.