The sky was split between two colors—blinding white from Kael'Tor's lightning and the cold, glacial blue of Vorath's flame. Standing at the center of it all, Zephyr felt the raw forces of storm and death grinding against each other, and against him.
[SYSTEM WARNING]
Dual Warlord Engagement Active.
Survival Odds: 13%.
Recommend: Overclock Protocol.
A second prompt appeared in burning red:
[Overclock Protocol — Abyssal Authority Synchronization]
Effect: Temporarily raises all attributes by 200%. Enables partial reality override.
Drawback: Massive strain on nervous system. Potential collapse upon deactivation.
Activate? Y/N
Zephyr didn't hesitate. "Yes."
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Overclock Engaged
It was like plunging into boiling ice. Every nerve screamed, every muscle fiber felt like it might snap. But alongside the pain came clarity—the lightning slowed, the flames bent, and the world's colors sharpened into impossible focus.
