The Stalker barely has time to react. It sidesteps — but the enhanced speed catches it mid-motion. The blazing spear punches through its side, searing flesh and igniting black ichor in a flash of crackling embers. The Stalker howls as flames erupt along its torso, licking up its arm and chest.
"You...!" it snarls, staggering back.
Alix doesn't hesitate. With both Tier 5 Umbral Stalkers weakened, this is his chance. He reaches into his satchel and pulls out a dark metal bracer etched with glowing crimson runes — The Shacklebind Cuff. The runes pulse faintly, eager to activate.
"Grixx!" Alix shouts, tossing the bracer toward him. "Pin yours down — now!"
Grixx, locked in a brutal exchange with his opponent, risks a glance at the flying object. With a grunt, he slams his greatsword into the Stalker's shoulder, staggering it long enough to snatch the bracer from the air.
"Yes, your majesty!" Grixx roars, forcing his opponent to the ground with sheer brute strength.
