The world was enveloped in unnatural darkness, and the horrifying screams of the spectators made it even more bone-chilling.
Above the ceremonial stage, the Demonic Patriarch (a grotesque, gargantuan shadow) was momentarily intercepted by the Righteous Faction's Elders.
Recognizing the immediate, existential threat to the city and the delegation, Patriarch Dimidium of the White Lotus acted instantly. His form glowed with incandescent light as he slammed his hands down.
"Heavenly White Lotus Barrier!" he roared, casting a massive Barrier of Light that expanded rapidly, seeking to protect the millions of ordinary citizens still trapped in the Colosseum.
"Honorable Saintesses, please enter at once!" Dimidium roared with urgency.
"We cannot let these fiends sully our holy ground!"
The remaining Patriarchs and Elders launched themselves into the twilight sky to meet the giant Demonic presence, buying precious seconds for the Saintesses to escape through the portal.
