Morgana wore her combat robes, reinforced with origin energy to provide protection while maintaining flexibility. Her focus crystal hung at her hip, pulsing with stored power. She'd specialized in versatile magic, able to adapt to various situations rather than focusing on single devastating techniques.
Rena had practical leather armor and her short sword, but she'd also acquired a crossbow and quiver of bolts. She wasn't a powerful fighter, but she was accurate and smart—she'd support from range and use tactics rather than brute force.
She didn't want to rely solely on the Origin energy.
Baren was the most dramatically changed. He'd removed his shirt, revealing skin that showed subtle iridescence, scales just beneath the surface, not fully manifested but present. His eyes had shifted slightly, pupils becoming more reptilian. The half-dragon heritage was emerging as he prepared for serious combat.
"I can transform later," he said quietly, noting their stares.
