Blazing Guardian

The youths at the top couldn't help but smile at the sight of the beast meeting their demise so easily.

The trench Atticus had made had been massive; if this continues, they could kill thousands of beasts without having to do anything.

But then, as if suddenly gaining functioning brains, the youths watched in horror as the beasts started coalescing in front of the trench.

 More creatures joined, forming a living, grotesque ladder. When they reached a sufficient height, they fell over, creating a gruesome bridge with the higher end landing on the other side of the trench.

Using the bodies of their brethren as a gruesome stepping stone, each of the vicious monsters continued their relentless advance towards the platform.

Atticus's strategic obstacles, though seemingly small, played a crucial role in slowing down the horde's momentum, forcing them to ascend the platform more slowly.