Jester's laughter persisted, eerie and unsettling. As he gradually retreated, a horde of humanoid figures materialized around him, a sinister congregation of his creation.
"Prepare for battle," Drake commanded. Ben's gauntlet-covered fist collided with the ground, conjuring a colossal metal gauntlet that adorned his hand.
Confusion etched across Max's face as he drew his daggers, asking, "What's going on?"
With a swift gesture, Serena summoned a sword, Vendetta, into her grip. The blade whizzed through the air, narrowly missing Max as it settled in her hand. "Watch it!" Max exclaimed.
"Eliminate them before they unleash their attacks," Drake instructed, locking eyes with Max. "Stay behind me, kid."
Max promptly sought refuge behind Drake, who wielded his dual blades with poised expertise. And then, chaos erupted.