"A thousand now?" he voiced in realization.
Unlike before, he felt prepared. He knew what he was up against and possessed a new stack of health and mana potions so he decided to give it a try.
One by one, he dispatched the phantoms with each defeat adding to the count. Stronger phantoms began appearing, each requiring a more strategic approach.
August encountered one particularly large phantom. Its name floated above in blood-red letters.
[ Dark Phantom Magus - Level 28 ]
The Magus cast spells that exploded with shadowy energy, forcing August to dodge and weave as he countered with his own magical abilities. He cast Lightning Bolt stunning the Magus momentarily before closing in with Shadow Dance to strike unseen.
[Lightning Bolt Activated. MP -250]
[ -1000 HP ]
The Dark Phantom Magus retaliated, sending a volley of dark orbs his way. August ducked and rolled, dodging two, but a third grazed his arm.
[ -300 HP ]