With the Golden King Gedwin stabbed by a black blade, the Magic Ring also shattered at this moment.
The borderlands began to turn into a breeding ground of chaos, where all living beings suffered immensely.
Whether it was for the hot blood of war in their hearts or for the sake of providing the people of Geelyede a sanctuary where they could live in peace.
Ratan led his troops on the offensive, attacking King City proactively to snatch the remaining fragments of the Broken Magic Ring.
However, even in its shattered state, King City remained King City.
After Gedwin's death, his brother Menggete took a stand, desperately defending King City from being conquered.
For a time, even Ratan could only barely hold his ground against him.
Thus, he retreated, deciding to regroup, rest, and gather strength for another attempt later.
But it was during this time that an unforeseen change took place.
Valkyrie Malenia, originally allied in the attack on King City.