The sharp blade was stained with Luther's blood but failed to sever his hand, thanks to Luther's skillful and timely use of Mana. The old general managed to create a protective layer around his hand right when the sword was about to touch him. It was proof of his extensive battle experience and mastery over Mana.
Noticing his attack had failed, Alonso tried to pull his sword back and cut off the old man's hand, flooding his circuit with Mana. However, even after spending a significant portion of his Mana, Luther retained enough strength to handle a lone Fifth Stage Warrior, able to easily suppress him.
"Ahhh!" – Alonso shouted as a blueish aura covered his body. However, despite channeling every ounce of strength to pull the sword, the blade remained immobile in the enemy's grasp, like a futile attempt to move an entire mountain out of its place of rest.