While Maria and Cherry were preoccupied, the situation outside was deteriorating.
Fafnir, having been pushed through two portals, ended up contracting Nina and Ria's curse formation. As a result, his overall status dropped by 50%.
This drop was significant, especially considering his previously high stat value.
Axel recognized that their best opportunity to attack was now, while Fafnir was experiencing the curse's weakening for the first time. It would take the dragon some time to adjust to his reduced strength, so they needed to act quickly to ensure their safety before he adapted.
"Take this!"
"HAAAP!"
At the forefront of the battle were Axel and Arianne.
Both wielding the Replica of Gram, their strikes were inflicting real pain on the dragon with each blow. However, even this relentless assault had its limits.
