Avis, well aware of the terrifying power of the Undying Flame, flew at top speed until they were a hundred thousand meters away, far enough that the altar could no longer be seen. Only then did he dare to stop.
Buzz!
Before long, a terrifying surge of energy rippled through the air from the distant horizon, sweeping toward them. The surrounding temperature soared instantly, fierce winds howled, and John and his group were directly blown off their feet.
John clearly saw a blinding white light flashing in the distance—an immense ball of fire. Wherever it passed, the Hunters too slow to escape were instantly incinerated, leaving nothing but empty air where they once stood.
Even from a hundred thousand meters away, they could still feel the powerful shockwave's effects.
Buzz!
Suddenly, the entire space around them shook violently, emitting a low, resonating hum.