Having infiltrated the ranks of the order, broke the ceremony. A terrifying magical explosion damaged the staff, and since then its immense power has been almost impossible to control. Although a few daredevils tried to use the Light's Fury, it caused destruction. The Kirin Tor decided to hide the artifact to avoid disaster, and gave it to the blue dragons for safekeeping, who placed the staff in the Nexus Vault.

When a new incursion by the Burning Legion began across the Broken Isles, the priests became interested in the artifact. The hero, led by Alonsius Faol, decided to take possession of the staff and curb its powers. He made his way to the Nexus Vault with the help of dragons, despite the Aetherials who took over the place and used it for their own purposes. The hero managed to contain the enormous forces of the Fury of Light, and he became the new owner of the staff. The artifact was used by the priests of the Conclave to purge Void energy from the naaru in Netherlight Temple.

Receiving

Source of information in this section - add-on Legion to World of Warcraft.

After listening to the suggestions of Alonsius Faol, the future head of the order of priests decided that his key artifact would be the Fury of the Light, once created by the Scarlet Order and hidden by the magicians of the Kirin Tor. Faol warned that the staff contains great power that could be fatal for the owner, but the hero was confident in himself. Since it was known that the Kirin Tor had given the staff to the blue dragons, Faol offered to seek help from Kalek, one of the Council of Six in Dalaran. The hero went to the Violet Citadel and spoke to Kalek.

The Archmage was surprised to learn of the search for Light's Fury, but still revealed that the blue dragons placed the staff in the only place where its unbridled power would not break free - the Vault of the Nexus. Kalec hadn't been there for a long time. After the blue dragons were nearly wiped out, the Nexus was abandoned. It was difficult to say if the Nexus Vault survived and what the hero might face in the Nexus itself.

Kalec warned that the hero should be well prepared if he is going to visit the Nexus. Strange things were happening in Coldarr, and it was necessary to find out everything before moving on. When Kalec was last in Dragonblight, he felt unusual energetic vibrations emanating from the Lapis Lazuli Dragonshrine. This location was directly linked to the plans of Malygos during the Nexus War, and what was happening there could be the reason for the current state of the Nexus. Kalec could not go there, but gave the hero a special crystal through which he could keep in touch.

Azure Shrine

The hero used the Dalaran portal, which transported him to Wyrmrest Temple, from where he could quickly reach the Azure Shrine. Arriving there, the hero found the furious creatures of the Abyss, which walked alongside the streams of energy in the center of the sanctuary. On the territory there were also many corpses belonging to magicians, and the hero, having examined them, drew attention to a special blade. Kalec's projection, summoned by the crystal, indicated that this weapon is charged with the energy of the Twisting Nether. It seems that its former owner wanted to harness the power of the Abyss.

A strange portal was also found in the shrine, and Kalec commented that it resembles the Aetherial portals in Outland. Perhaps they were related to what was happening. Attached to the center of the shrine's ley lines was an Abyssal Energy Conduit, powered by the Abyssal ley lines of Azeroth directed by Malygos into the Twisting Nether. This technology also belonged to the Ethereals.

Continuing the investigation, the hero found the Aetherial intercom, which finally confirmed their presence. Kalec offered to use the device. The hero, having examined the device, made sure that it is still full of energy and was abandoned relatively recently. Nearby was a switch, the activation of which made the illusion of ethereal appear over the intercom. It was Prince Bilaal of the Ethereum fraternity, and Kalec realized that it was this group of Ethereals who had taken over the Nexus. They intended to expand the window into the Twisting Nether, which posed a serious threat to all of Azeroth. Kalec asked the hero not only to find the lost weapon, but also to frustrate the brotherhood's plans.

Coldarra

The Hero traveled to Coldarra and approached the Spire of the Nexus, following Kalec's instructions. The Archmage who stayed in touch did not know what the Aetherials were up to, but it was obvious that a lot of Void energy was being produced here. For this, Malygos' breakers were used, and Kalek asked to examine one of them. Near the nearest breakwater, the hero encountered the Ethereal and, when he attacked, destroyed him. Keilek, after checking the condition of the wave catcher, confirmed that the Ethereum Brotherhood had adapted these devices to draw on the energy of the Abyss. The same energy fueled the barrier around the Nexus, and the archmage asked to inspect the base. As the hero approached the entrance to the Nexus, Kalec stated that the vault had been weakened. The energy of the staff was bursting out, and this could be used.

According to the magician's plan, the unstable energy of the Light was to be pacified and directed into the wave catchers in order to cause a violent reaction. The hero absorbed a large amount of Light energy, defeating the Lightbeings or absorbing it from the rifts of energy at the base of the Nexus. Now, using the energy, it was possible to destroy the wave catchers by filling them with the power of the Fury of Light. The violent reaction between the two types of energy really allowed the hero to destroy the western, eastern and northern breakwaters. Although the Ethereals tried to stop him, the hero defeated them.

Having broken the last breakwater, the hero heard a voice claiming that there was no more shadow. Keilek explained that Azerugos was freed from the Ethereal trap and returned to the Nexus for artifacts. The capture of Azuregos meant that the Ethereum brotherhood was much stronger than Kalec had thought. Despite the disagreement between the two dragons, Kalec asked to find Azeregos and make sure he was free. After destroying the breakers, the shield enclosing the Nexus dissipated, and the hero was able to enter there. Kalec warned that he would no longer be able to use the crystal for communication because the unstable energy was interfering with its work. He wished him luck and clarified that the entrance to the Nexus Vault is on the lowest level.

Nexus

When the hero entered the Nexus, he saw in the next hall the powerless Azerugos, who was bound by the energy of the Void. The dragon was surprised that an ordinary mortal managed to hack into the protection of the Aetherials. When the hero destroyed the Aetherials guarding the dragon, Azeregos realized that they were on the same side. The hero healed him using his abilities, and the dragon rose to his feet. Upon learning that it was required to enter the Vault, Azuregos promised that he would find a way if the hero helped him to get into the library. He took on the form of a blood elf, which was more convenient for moving through the corridors of the Nexus.

As they made their way to the library, Azuregos noticed that the Lightfury was breaking free. It was a powerful and unpredictable artifact that could strike them at the most inopportune moment. In the Hall of Peace, even the floor was red-hot, and the beasts of Light roamed around, destroying the Aetherials. Finally they entered the library, where runes glimmered in the air. Azuregov, having studied them, stated that the entrance to the Vault was destroyed during the Nexus War. But it was still possible to get there, since the energy of the Vault was still felt. Azuregos suddenly felt a huge surge of Light magic, and before him and the hero appeared another spawn, blazing with the flame of justice. The hero subdued the elemental using his skills and made him extinguish himself.

The energy of the artifact continued to rage and could destroy the entire Nexus if not pacified. Azuregos and the hero hurried to the Rift, which was the only way to the Vault. The Ethereals blocked their path, but the priest and the dragon dealt with them. At the Rift, it was discovered that the bridge that allowed movement here had been destroyed. The hero heard the cry of Prince Bilial, declaring that the brotherhood could not be stopped, despite the destruction of the wave catchers. The power of Light's Fury allowed the opening into the Twisting Nether to be widened.

Azuregos transformed into a dragon and brought the hero to a group of Aetherials who performed a ritual on the prince. The ritual was completed in time, and Bilial was transformed into a monstrous spawn of the Abyss. Azuregos had lost too much of his strength, so the brunt of the battle fell on the hero's shoulders. Although Bilial summoned the magic of the Abyss and drew strength from the rifts, the hero was able to destroy him. Overjoyed, Azuregos took on the form of an elf again and said that he would be able to open a portal and maintain a portal to the Vault.

Upon entering the Vault, the hero saw that the pedestal on which the staff was located was ablaze with fire. He had to use his skills to subdue the staff to his will and harness the fiery energies of Light. When the priest finally took control of Light's Fury, Azuregos announced that the Vault's energy had stabilized. The dragon was impressed: he had not yet met the priests who could curb this artifact. He thanked the hero for his freedom and promised that he would devote himself to protecting the Nexus so that power over the magical fortress would no longer fall into the wrong hands. Azuregos created a portal that was supposed to transfer the hero to Kalecgos, and asked him to say hello to him. Once in Dalaran, the owner of the staff spoke to Kalek and listened to his thanks. It was time to return to the other priests to start creating

Another class of staff-bearers is the priest. I must say that the staffs turned out to be quite good, but the schadow priests can be immediately recognized by the daggers and creepy tomes. Well, what, they are like warlocks, not averse to using not too light forces in their affairs.

Details on how to get access to a particular artifact appearance can be found. There is information about the mechanics and how they are pumped in.

Discipline

Classic look - Light's Wrath

Original view

Improved View - Crest of the Redeemed

Explore the entire history of the artifact

Valorous View - Chalice of Light

Kill 8 World Bosses

Tempered Look - Eternal Vigil

Hidden View - Tomekeeper's Spire

See spoiler below

Other types

First view

Second view

Third view

Fourth view

How to get a latent view artifact for the Discipline spec

The Writings of the End item, which unlocks this view, is associated with the collection of 12 volumes that are scattered across Azeroth. After collecting them, you will create the item that precedes you will receive if you collect 12 volumes and create from them The Annals of Light and Shadow, the item that precedes Writings of the End. This is all that is known for now.

The volumes can be found in the following locations: Dalaran / Priest-class Hall

• Juvess the Duskwhisperer, on the table.
• Priests' class hall, behind the Meridelle Lightspark, at the bottom of the box, near the hanging shelves.
• The class hall of the priests. Talk to Archivist Inkforge, and choose the middle option from the suggested answers.

• Dragonblight, New Hearthglen (use the portal in Wyrmrest Temple in the Hall of the Guardian). Enter the temple at New Hearthglen (72.2, 73.5), turn left after you enter and go to the second room - an item on one of the bookshelves.

Eastern Kingdoms

• Scholomance, enter Instructor Frostheart's room, kill trash, the book on the sixth shelf.
• Scarlet Monastery, enter Kegler's Flameweaver's room, kill him. On the left side of the room there is a canbelabrum. Tom on the bench between the table and the bookshelf.
• Karazhan (use the portal in the Hall of the Guardian). Kill the Curator and go to the Keeper's Library. Instead of going upstairs to the left, jump right and head towards the alcove, which is located here. There will be 3 bookshelves - look for the book there.

Holy

Classic look - T'uure, Beacon of the Naaru

These styles of artifact weapons are unlocked for quests related to Class Hall

Original view

Complete one of the quests related to the Pillars of Creation

Completing the quest chain of the Recover the Light's Heart series

Completing the first stage of the Class Hall campaign

Improved View - Banner of Purity

These styles of artifact weapons are unlocked by quests related to Class Hall, archeology, and unlocking artifact traits

Completing the Class Hall campaign

Unlock all artifact weapon traits

Collect 8 Rare Archaeological Items

Explore the entire history of the artifact

Valorous View - Keeper of Light

These artifact weapon styles are unlocked for various PvE activities

Complete the Balance Power quest chain.

Kill 8 World Bosses

Complete a Challenge Dungeon using a Level 15 Mythic Key

Complete the Glory of the Legion Hero meta-achievement

Tempered View - Embrace of the Void

These styles of artifact weapons are unlocked for PvP ranks (prestige levels)

Reach Prestige Level 1

Reach Prestige Level 5

Reach Prestige Level 9

Reach Prestige Level 13

Latent View - Crest of the Lightborn

The production path is different for different cakes.

See spoiler below

Complete 100 Instances with a Latent Artifact

Complete 200 World Quests with a Hidden Artifact

1000 Honorable Kills with a Veiled Artifact

Other types

These skins were found by data miners, but it is still unclear for what successes and achievements in the game they are given.

First view

Second view

Third view

Fourth view

How to get a hidden view of the artifact for the Holy spec

Shadow

Classic look - Blade of the black Empire / Xal'atath, Blade of the Black Empire

These Artifact Weapon Styles are unlocked for Class Hall quests

Original view

Complete one of the quests related to the Pillars of Creation

Completing the quest chain of the Recover the Light's Heart series

Completing the first stage of the Class Hall campaign

Improved View - Embrace of the old Gods

These styles of artifact weapons are unlocked by quests related to Class Hall, archeology, and unlocking artifact traits

Completing the Class Hall campaign

Unlock all artifact weapon traits

Explore the entire history of the artifact

Collect 8 Rare Archaeological Items

Valorous View - The Fallen Blade

These artifact weapon styles are unlocked for various PvE activities

Complete the Balance Power quest chain.

Kill 8 World Bosses

Complete a Challenge Dungeon using a Level 15 Mythic Key

In a huge, semi-dark hall, many people gathered, wrapped in mismatched robes. Or maybe inhumans? However, it doesn't matter. They all sat in complete silence, waiting for the one at whose whim they were all gathered here. The girl was late, and the figure at the head of the table was tapping its knuckles in annoyance. Finally, when the patience of those who were waiting had already come to an end, the doors of the meeting room were thrown open, and a slender brunette in blue-black clothes flew into them like a fury.

Mall! You made us wait! - the Chief said in an accusing tone. “I hope you have a good reason to convene the full council!

Your Eminence, - she spoke nervously. - I have just received information about the heirs of the elements and ...

These are your heirs again! - Some woman, sitting to the right of the Chief, snorted with displeasure. - We seem to have already told you that we have no right to interfere in the fate of this world, however, as well as in the fate of other worlds.

Yes, but… ”Malle began.

Moreover! the same woman interrupted harshly. - You have already intervened in the course of the history of the Earth once, was that lesson not enough for you ?!

Yes, listen to you, finally !!! Malle raised her voice. - Four heirs of the elements were defeated! Now only Zarnitsyn is fighting on the planet "Earth"! He can't do it alone, that's a fact. If their world is deprived of the power of light, Gordos will simply take over it! Where are the guarantees that then he will not switch to other worlds?

Of the five heirs, only light remained ?! - the Chief was amazed.

Yes! Mall nodded. - I understand that we should not interfere, but this is a special case. The course of history begins to change and is out of our control. Most of the prophecies are crumbling like houses of cards!

I don’t think everything is so serious, ”the Chief objected softly. - The prophecies, for which there is no reason to refute, have never been mistaken. But now you're right. Zarnitsyn needs help. How do you intend to intervene?

I'll take my subordinates and go to Siniodus. ”Mall shrugged.

I forgot to say about one small detail, - Mall smiled slyly and turned to the Chief: - Your Grace, I found what you asked for. It is on the planet "Earth" that that artifact is stored. But it will be destroyed if the forces of light and darkness overlap. That is why I want to personally be present on the battlefield and fight Angelica.

Hmm ... there is a reason in your words, - he nodded. - Well, if most of Council will not mind, I will allow you to act on your own. So who agrees with Melissa de Antoir von Weider's plan?

Well, as you can see, most of the council members decided to support you. Please do not make them regret their decision later. You can go!

Thank you, Your Eminence, - the girl bowed slightly and almost ran away from the hall.

And yet, I would not allow her so many liberties, ”muttered the woman who was initially against this campaign. - She's too young and inexperienced!

I don't think that something terrible will happen if the girl has a little fun, - the Chief smiled. - You all know perfectly well what fate awaits her. I believe that a little excursion to Earth will not hurt her. In any case, the job has already been done, we will not grind water in a mortar. The meeting is over, everyone is free!

Chairs quietly moved away from the huge table, and everyone present quickly began to scatter through the numerous doors leading out of the hall. Soon there was no one left here, only the burning out candles still spoke of the fact that recently the fate of an entire planet was being decided here ...

* * *

Siniodus had long since dissolved in a dazzling white radiance of light that was beating from Zarnitsyn's body in an endless stream. Gordos and his henchmen tried unsuccessfully to hit Rinat at random, but with their eyes closed, it turned out to be almost impossible. The few who tried to look at the guy had long gone blind. The undead, who tried to hide from the elements that had fallen on her, had practically died. Only the most tenacious remained. Vampires, for example, were incredibly surprised that the light could leave only ashes from them. After all, the vampire is the highest undead, and the fact that sunlight is destructive for them is just the prejudice of non-magical creatures. But now even vampires have begun to believe these prejudices.

The strangest thing was that after the explosion of the medallion, the light should have escaped and dispersed, but this did not happen. On the contrary, Rinat was shining brighter and brighter, and the energy did not even think to end. As it turned out, the guy was in a state of shock. He did not even see or hear what was happening around him, a battle was raging inside him ...

Runya stood in the middle of an empty gray room opposite ... himself. He did not understand what all this meant and stubbornly refused to talk to himself, convincing himself that he had not yet gone mad to such an extent. However, the clone was remarkably addictive.

Kill Gordos! And at the same time, and all of him progressed, - repeated the clone. - It costs you nothing now! One blow and everyone will die.

Zarnitsyn was silent.

Think, they killed your friends, but how many people have they destroyed in all the time of their existence? If you don't end this, then who?

Silence.

Do you want to kill? - the clone grunted knowingly. - Well, the business, of course, is yours, but ... you found someone to feel sorry for! Gordos! A murderer who has killed a thousand souls!

If I hit, then I will kill the teachers and students, - all the same, he could not resist and gave a voice to Rinat. "Do you think they also deserve to die?"

Nothing lasts forever, ”the clone shrugged. - We all die sometime, someone earlier, someone later ... Yes, they will die. But of two evils, one must choose the lesser. Don't you think that the death of several hundred people is better than the death of the whole world? They will remain heroes in the hearts of the survivors. And you will ensure a happy future!

You can't build happiness on someone else's misfortune, ”objected Runya. - There must be another way!

Well, look, - the clone grinned. - And while you look, Markel will kill you ...

While all kinds of lewdness was going on in Zarnitsyn's head, the situation on the main square began to change. The light emanating from the guy was no longer so bright, he turned pale, slowly repainted in gray tones. Gordos and his mages could already see, and now they were trying to figure out how to break through Rinat's barrier.

Rector, what's going on? - worried Ornella. “Wasn't the light supposed to destroy Markel? So far, I see only the defeated undead - look how much ash.

Now the worst thing that could happen to Rinat is happening, ”Amadeus frowned. - The fact is that the light has two sides. One is well known to all of us. It is a creative force to protect. The other is the damned side. Light that is destructive to the whole world. It is because of this duality that the power of light is unusually rare. Not every magician can make the right choice, and therefore most often dies, destroying his planet. This has already happened with the eight planets of our solar system ...

What happens after the choice? - the senior students got interested.

Well, if they choose true light, they become ordinary owners of the element, naturally more capable than the owners of low-level elements. And if they choose the damned light ... while in the history of measurements there was only one case when the one who chose the dark side of the world survived ... many years ago this magician was Gordos ...

Who?! - Viterias was surprised.

A distant relative of Markel, ”replied Firriander. - Then the true power of light went to two - Gordos and Merlin. Merlin was able to awaken the elements earlier, after which he stopped the destruction that began due to the wrong choice of Gordos. The only way to stop the cursed light is to destroy its bearer. And to destroy such a magician, you need someone of equal strength. Our planet was lucky - Merlin was stronger.

And if Rinat cannot make the right choice, ”Ornella said quietly,“ who will be able to stop him?

I’m afraid no one, ”the rector shook his head ruefully. - The cursed light is much stronger than the usual one due to the uncontrollability of the elements. Rinat simply uses all the power available to him, and we have no counterweight - he draws energy directly from the sun.

And ... there is no way we can help him?

No, ”Amadeus muttered under his breath. - This is his battle. We can only believe ...

And Rinat still continued to argue with his clone, as always changing the topic of conversation.

Well, let's say I agree to your offer, - the guy bent his fingers, - I just can't understand one thing: who are you? And why do you need all this?

I? - the clone was immensely surprised. “Actually, I'm you. Your second nature. An inner voice, if you like. And all I need is to survive. So I am trying to enlighten you and direct you on the true path.

What are you saying? - Zarnitsyn sang sarcastically. - Aren't you taking on a lot, voice? Something earlier you did not advise me to kill someone!

Well, this ... the situation has changed ...

Yes? - Rinat arched an eyebrow. - And in what place?

Don't you understand ?! - he began to get angry. “Siniodus is badly corrupted, Firriander can do nothing ...

Siniodus hasn't suffered that much! And Firriander is just waiting for the right moment!

And how many people died ?! And for what? Everyone died just for you to kill Markel !!! Your friends, by the way, too ...

They are still alive! - Rooney hissed. “I feel it… And the rest did not die for me to kill Gordos. They tried to protect me ...

What's the difference? - the clone was amazed.

Can't you see it yourself? ..

Lord, how difficult it is with you! No other heir of the world has ever been so intractable and stubborn! Come on, choose the light, in the end ... oh, - the clone stammered.

What you said? - Quietly asked Rooney, he was already beginning to get angry. - Other heirs? Choice? You are clearly not my inner voice! - the guy concluded.

Okay, I'm lost, - he backed down, slowly, however, to take his real form, if he has it, of course.

And now I want to hear the truth!

There’s not much to talk about, ”the clone said simply. “You must choose the essence of light. There are two of them - Strong and Weak!

What stupidity! - Rooney snorted. - Strength - it is strength. It has its own advantages and disadvantages. So I accept both sides and be done!

This does not happen, - there was a snide laugh. - Two mutually repulsive lights cannot get along together - it will just kill you! In short, I'm tired of trying to persuade you - you have a minute to think! Take your pick!

Zarnitsyn fell silent and made a stupid face, trying to understand what he was still being offered to choose from. As luck would have it, no practical thoughts entered my head.

Suddenly, from somewhere deep in consciousness, various snippets of phrases began to emerge:

“Please protect the world… stop Gordos… you bring hope… you can do it, so do it… if you give him strength, I will kill you myself…. Be nicer with this your Fyrkel ... a lot depends on you ... I believe in you ... ".

Numerous voices and memories whirled around Zarnitsyn like a whirlpool. The guy heard and saw a lot of things important and unimportant. The faces of friends and relatives floated up, the events of the past days passed, again forcing us to relive the past ... Everything ended as suddenly as it had begun. Zarnitsyn turned to the clone, listening in surprise to his screams.

Come on, let's go! There is no need to confuse him with your instructions! Let him choose, without any personalities there! And where did so many of you come from ?! - as it turned out, the memories and voices were quite material. And no wonder - after all, everything was now happening in Rinat's head.

Do not shout, - said Rooney calmly. - I made a choice.

Well? - the clone looked sullenly, already assuming that he would not like the answer, however, he still did not know how much.

Light is a protective force. Everyone who ever came across to me hoped that I could protect them. They believed in me, and I cannot but justify their hopes.

So, after all, this light, - the clone drawled discontentedly, - well, it is a pity that it is not damned. Very sorry…

I haven't finished yet, ”Zarnitsyn rapped out imperiously. - Protection and faith are certainly good, but do not forget that you will not go far without battle magic. Therefore, I also need the other, destructive side of the world. So, I choose both forces, and this is my final decision!

What?! - the clone choked. - But this is unreal! You won't get anywhere! The forces will contradict each other inside you and in the end they will kill you!

They won't kill, - the guy shook his head. “You know me too badly if you think that I will allow some force to destroy me!

As if she will ask you!

Have to! I will not rush from one side of the world to the other. I’ll just use the right force at the right time in the right place.

Ha! the clone shouted triumphantly. - As you can see, you are still within yourself, which means that the force is against your decision!

How is it? - Rinat quirked an eyebrow mockingly. - In that case, I went from here. And I don't care if my strength is against me or not. Since she has settled in me, be so kind as to keep the chain of command.

Having blurted out all this, Zarnitsyn simply concentrated on the main square of Siniodus and, with stony expressions on his face, was determined to return to his lawful body.

The first few seconds nothing happened, and then the utterly frightened clone began to melt, not understanding how this could have happened. Soon he disappeared altogether, and the contented Runka could not understand in any way what was so impossible he did after all ...

Rinat again examined the greatly thinned army of Gordos, already in full control of his body. The guy decided to immediately check his capabilities, without shelving.

First protective ... - he muttered, touching the already badly cracked barrier. From one touch, he immediately renewed and shone again with sunlight. - Fine, and now fighting ... - the guy waved his hand obliquely, and a hot beam of light immediately burned an impressive fool in the leg of one of the magicians of Gordos, who immediately howled in pain. - And now let's see how creative my element is, - Zarnitsyn narrowed his eyes slyly.

His eyes shone with a blinding light again, flooding the surroundings in an instant. No one really understood what exactly Rinat was doing, they only noticed that the light does no harm to anyone, only temporarily paralyzes the opponents.

I don’t believe my eyes, ”Ferriander admired. - He managed to combine two lights into one! This has never happened in history! This means that the prophecies did not lie, the current owners of the power will really change the world ...

But ... how ... they are dead ... - Professor Rualski did not understand.

I don’t think so, ”Firriander smiled. - Yes, they are unconscious, yes, they have just a little more to live, but they are still alive ...

What are you getting at?

The magic of light has incredible healing energy. Now Rinat heals the mortal wounds of his friends. Of course, they will not be able to fully recover soon, but there will be no more threat to life! If, of course, they have an energy transmitter with them. Magicians of such a high level cannot be healed simply with light energy. By itself, the healing power can only save ordinary wizards. You did everything right, didn't you, Ornella?

Yes ... I spoke with Olga ....

Great, - rector rubbed his hands recklessly. - So, now each of the heirs has an item that Rinat once passed on to them. The object is charged with the power of light, which means that the energy transmitter is working at full speed!

In that case, I propose to engage the remnants of the army of Gordos! - flashed his eyes Professor Parton.

There are still too many of them for us, - said Anna Rualski.

It seems that the situation is changing ... - Ferriander brightened. - Someone still managed to call the opera shops !!

Indeed, about a hundred opera houses were rapidly approaching Siniodus. True, they walked rather slowly, a little dumbfounded by such a bright light. After all, no one warned them that Zarnitsyn awakened the power, and they did not know whether it was dangerous or not.

Meanwhile, Rinat stopped treating the wounded and turned to Gordos with a brutal smile.

But now you will answer me for everything, - he said quietly and entered the battle.

The guy removed the barrier, and created two light spheres, which immediately flew into Gordos. He barely had time to bounce when both balls hit the ground and exploded, as if they were not sunlight, but grenades. Before Markel had time to come to his senses, a dozen fiery rays were already flying at him, from which the master was covered by his loyal subjects.

Operative stores! - growled Markel. - Stop them! Only those who arrived with Angelica will stay with me! We will deal with Zarnitsyn ourselves. Execute!

About two hundred magicians immediately rushed across the opera shops, but their way was unexpectedly blocked by senior students and teachers led by Firriandr. Realizing that the situation was becoming desperate, Gordos ordered his best magicians to protect him from Zarnitsyn, and he began, together with Angelica, to summon the higher demons - it was not in vain that he spent so many years in the library of his castle.

Zarnitsyn methodically removed the best sorcerers of Gordos from the game, not killing, but simply exhausting them until they lost consciousness. He also brought the most persistent to white heat with his statements, mixed with selective obscenity. Everything around the guy shone and shimmered, not allowing enemy spells reach the goal, but his attacks were rarely unsuccessful. When there were only four magicians left, demons suddenly appeared from all sides, who easily destroyed Zarnitsyn's barrier and ran into the astonished guy. However, he does not lack dexterity. Dodging several attacks, Rounya noticed that his shoulder was only slightly touched. "Ah, a scratch ..." - he thought windy.

But at the very entrance to the castle, the battle was in full swing. What kind of spells did not fly! The entire territory was practically composed of a fine grid of multi-colored lines and energy of mass destruction. All this was accompanied by individual shouts, and was covered with a thick layer of dust and ash, so that it was no longer possible to discern who was fighting with whom there.

Rinat was doing worse and worse. There were 14 demons, and each of them was a strong opponent. Here you can't do with the usual barriers, it was necessary to urgently come up with something original, but as luck would have it, nothing came into my head. "Now, if I knew how to fight with a sword," the guy thought with regret, "well, or there would be five of us ..."

Angelica watched the battle with a strange look, and then suddenly she got tired of it, and she stepped forward. With a commanding movement of her hand, she summoned the remaining three dragons and set them on Rinat. He only at the last moment managed to notice the lizards hovering above him, aiming at the liquid flame. A quick snap of your fingers - and now the flame spreads along the light barrier. “Damn, there are dragons too,” Zarnitsyn swore, “now I’m definitely a khan! But Svetka got help from there, ”the guy looked at the mountains with a grain of jealousy.

Suddenly, the top of the central mountain, the one that, when the power of the earth awakened Nick, did not fly to pieces, began to tremble noticeably. No, it didn’t explode, it was as if they had cut it off with a knife - exactly so, neatly. And a moment later, a huge bird appeared from the formed crater, blazing with a white glowing flame. It was a legendary white phoenix with immense strength. The same animal that the guys once read about on the card. Rare, considered extinct, superior in power to dragons.

Phoenix in an instant covered a gigantic distance and without hesitation rushed at the black dragons. A bright flash of fire, and now one of the black lizards is engulfed in an unquenchable flame, and razor-sharp claws pierce its belly, ripping almost half of its body.

"How long have I been waiting for you ..." - a croaking voice in Zarnitsyn's head rang out.

"Why did you decide to help me?" - asked the guy already accustomed to mental conversations.

“Because you have awakened the true light! The one that combines two sides, not one. You are now my master. I made my choice. "

“So white phoenixes don't exist? - Rinat did not understand. "After all, before me, no one united the two sides."

“There are not so many of us, this is a fact,” the feathered friend confirmed, “however, we rarely choose our owners. This is the prerogative of only the strongest and most enduring. In our time, there are only two of them - I am one of them. "

"Where is the second one?"

“What, I’m not enough for you? the phoenix asked offendedly. - The second is sleeping, probably waiting for his master to be born. And stop talking, close the topic! So the demons will chop you up soon! "

While Runya was communicating with the new pet, he was really attacked by demons. While the guy did not think about the fact that he was being attacked, the body mechanically dodged the blows, but as soon as he concentrated, he immediately got a heel in the jaw, and then sharp claws ripped his chest. However, the scratches were only superficial, but they hurt terribly. And the shirt was hopelessly ruined - I had to quickly shake off the rags from myself, remaining naked to the waist, however, in a raincoat - it covered only the back, and therefore did not break.

Meanwhile, the phoenix had already defeated the second dragon, only the last remained, the one on which Angelica flew. Runya unsuccessfully tried to cope with the demons, stepping back all the time. Finally, there was nowhere to go. The demons surrounded the guy with a tight ring. In addition to these terrible horned creatures, he was also fired upon by three powerful sorcerers led by Gordos, but here at least the barrier saved ...

Angelica and Markel were already squinting in anticipation of an imminent victory when a third party unexpectedly appeared on the battlefield. Fourteen people in black and white robes simultaneously emerged from somewhere around the corner of the castle and rushed to the circle of demons. Those, having orientated themselves in time, immediately began to fight with the new enemy, the good of the demons was also 14. Three magicians stepped forward, covering their master. They thought they were being attacked by Rinat, but a beautiful girl in blue-black suddenly appeared right next to him and smiled fiercely. Feeling the strength of the stranger, Markel stepped back in fright. Angelica, however, was also somewhat effaced, but still did not feel fear.

Father, sit on the last dragon and leave, - the girl whispered, - I will delay her. You can't just kill me anyway.

You don't understand, she ... - began Markel.

Don't worry about me, - repeated Angelica. - It will even be interesting for me to fight with her.

But ... how will you leave if I take the last dragon?

I'll find a way, - the daughter winked. - And you need to leave as soon as possible. Your strength is already at the limit. If Zarnitsyn gets to you, you may be defeated ... And if this girl attacks ... In general, father, I beg you, go away!

For a few more moments, Gordos hesitated, and then nodded and, at the last moment, protecting the dragon from the deadly lunge of the phoenix, saddled the lizard and soared into the sky.

You're lying, you won't leave !!! - Rinat shouted recklessly, completely oblivious to Malle standing next to him. - I won't let you out of here alive! Well, perhaps in anti-magic shackles! For you, goat, the prison is crying, and life imprisonment!

Phoenix understood the owner from a half-glance. The bird abruptly sank to the ground and framed its wing, along which Runya quickly climbed onto the back of the burning phoenix. The guy was immensely surprised, realizing that the fire does not burn at all, but on the contrary, it kindly warms you so much.

“I didn’t do this just for you,” the phoenix declared warning questions, “you are my master, you can. Actually, I am a proud bird, I don’t carry anyone! ”

"Okay, a proud bird," Zarnitsyn mimicked, "turn on the propeller, we must catch up with the asshole!" By the way, what's your name? "

“I have no name! - croaked the fenka, gaining momentum and starting after Markel, - and I don’t need it. Just call me a phoenix. "

“No really! - Rinat was indignant. “Since you don’t have a name, we’ll come up with it! So, I'll call you Zigadlla! Yes exactly! I like! Your new name is Zigadlla! Diminutive - Zig! "

"Are you crazy? - Fenya choked. - I will not respond to such a terrible nickname! "

"Where are you going to go," the guy waved his hand. - Do not be indignant, Sieg! You will see, a week or two will pass, you will definitely like your name. "

"Lord, and why did you reward me with such a nightmarish master?" - sighed the phoenix and, stopping all conversations, completely focused on the pursuit. While the couple chatted, Markel managed to get off well and headed for the mountains.

* * *

Meanwhile, Angelica, noticing that Rinat was chasing after her father, decided not to mess with Mall and stepped aside. She began to cast an elemental conversion spell. It was this magic that Tokotyrkova recently used, becoming a tornado. True, Olga did not use spells, but simply merged with the elements, sacrificing her essence. Angelica, on the other hand, knew a spell that allowed her to do the same thing, but without the slightest risk and without losing her essence.

Stop, bitch, I will kill! - shrieked Malle, seeing what Angelica was up to.

The girl took a step towards her opponent, but her path was immediately blocked by the three remaining magicians. Demons still continued to fight with incomprehensible people who have clearly superhuman capabilities. The forces were approximately equal, all that was left was to wait for who would get tired faster.

From the road! Malle snapped, but the wizards didn't even move.

I had to kill. With an already habitual movement, the girl materialized in her hands a strange eye-catching black sword, which was constantly changing its shape outwardly. On the whole, it remained a perfectly honed military weapon. One movement - and now the first magician falls dead, struck by a precise blow to the heart. The other two hurriedly begin to create some kind of complex spell, but Malle only put her hand forward, and the frightening, pungent black energy hits both opponents with a powerful column. Emptiness is a terrible element. Nothing remains of people - no body, no soul, no history ...

The battle lasted some 20-30 seconds, but Angelica still managed to create a spell and, turning into a black hurricane, rushed after Zarnitsyn. Malle was about to run after her, but one of her warriors shouted:

Madam, you cannot leave now! We must end the fight here first! Please don't leave us! If we manage quickly, we can build a teleporter for you!

Sighing heavily, the girl lowered her sword, and he immediately disappeared. She carefully examined the demons and, realizing where they were summoned from, began to cast the opposite spell. When the last words flew from the girl's lips, the demons, growling in the uterus, began to slowly evaporate, until finally they finally disappeared.

Malle turned to the dusty cloud where the others were still fighting and sighed and snapped her fingers. The dust immediately settled, and the spells were blocked and evaporated. The mages waved their hands in bewilderment, trying to invoke at least some kind of enchantment. Only the owners of their own elements continued to mutuz opponents with their power. However, this soon stopped. As soon as Mal's men rushed into the midst of the fighting. A few minutes later, all the surviving magicians of Gordos were tightly bound with antimagic shackles and placed under a barrier near the wreckage of the fountain destroyed in the last battle... Only then did Melissa release the magic lock.

Thank you for your help, ”said Firriander. - May I know your name?

Melissa de Antoir von Weider, - she introduced herself coldly.

Very nice, - the man turned a little pale, vaguely guessing who was standing in front of him. - And my name is ...

I know, ”the girl interrupted him. - Instead of making empty talk, it would be better if they helped Zarnitsyn!

And where he? Is he alive? - An agitated voice came from somewhere from under the rubble, and Tokotyrkova's disheveled head appeared before the people.

My God, what a fearful thing! - burst out from Mall.

And you, you might think, are just a beauty, - there was a malicious voice, and the students turned their dumbfounded gaze on Riona, who was leaning against the castle wall. As you might expect, she was still stunningly beautiful, despite the fact that the makeup had long since washed off.

Miss Felinger, please don't be rude to everyone, ”Ornella said.

Professor Viterias, why is she hawking Olga ?! - came the indignant voice of Khitrova, smiling with all 32 teeth.

Ferriander, if you don’t shut up your girls now… ”Malle began.

Why should he shut them up ?! - I heard a man's voice, and from somewhere from under a mountain of ash crawled out Nick.

Amid Malle's skeptical silence, all four heirs limped over to Ferriander and stared expectantly at the girl.

Something is wrong? she asked cautiously.

Well, tell me who she is! - Olga barked, barking.

She only slightly narrowed her eyes, and Olga immediately felt her forehead on the ground.

You’ll do that again and you’ll deal with me, ”Riona threatened.

You don’t need to know who I am, ”Malle said. “Much more important, your friend is now fighting Markel alone. Moreover, Angelica will be there soon. And I, instead of helping him, listen to your claims!

So what are we sitting? - Nick grabbed his head.

We urgently need to go and save Runka! - picked up Khitrova.

You are not going anywhere! - Chasing every word, replied Mall. “You are too weak now to fight. Moreover, you cannot overcome such a long distance in such a short time. Zarnitsyn is now in the mountains, next to the crater of a newly formed volcano. Students and teachers are also unlikely to be able to help - the wrong level. Unless perhaps Firriander ... No, he had lost too much of his strength.

But we cannot sit idly by! Need to do something! Riona exclaimed.

Nothing for you, ”Melissa shook her head. - I will leave my people with you to help with the detainees, and I myself will go to the volcano. I promise that I will do everything in my power to save him. The main thing is to be on time.

That's not the point, ”Riona objected. - Here, not everything depends on you. You don't know Rinat well.

But it’s true! - said Sveta. - He can throw out such a trick that he will ditch himself. We, of course, cannot demand the impossible, but you really try to keep track, okay?

It complicates matters, ”the girl grunted thoughtfully. - Well, if nothing really serious is thrown out, then I will follow.

Well, since everything is decided, let's go, - Nick hastened her.

Just about, or else standing here, scratching his tongue! Olga grumbled when she woke up.

Mall looked at Tokotyrkova with displeasure, but she did not have to conjure - the impudent woman had already taken two weighty cuffs from Riona and Sveta, and now she looked pitifully sideways at her friends, sincerely not understanding why she had been hit.

Malle's subordinates, meanwhile, stood up in a semicircle and raised their hands to the sky. Seven black and seven white rays immediately shot into the clouds, which after a few moments fell on Melissa's head. Having absorbed the energy, the girl quickly whirled around in herself and instantly turned into a black and white lump of power, rushing to the volcano and leaving a trail of gray smoke. When the clot was out of sight, people in robes headed towards the prisoners.

Runka is on a volcano! - Sveta exclaimed, - that means I can help him!

No, you can’t, Miss Khitrova, ”Amadeus shook his head. - First, you, unlike Miss Felinger, have not yet awakened the element of lava, so you will not be able to control it. And secondly, you simply do not have the strength right now. Rinat pulled you out of the next world! Recovery will take at least a day. Well, at least fractures and other injuries, we will heal you in a few days. Our healer will put anyone on their feet!

He's right, Light, ”Riona admitted. “There is nothing we can do to help Rune right now.

I'm just wondering how he managed to resurrect us ?! - Olga thoughtfully poked her nose and, realizing that she had been noticed, looked down, wiping her hand on the ground.

Not to resurrect, but to heal, - corrected Amadeus. - Nobody can resurrect. It's impossible. I have already said, but for you I will repeat: Rinat once gave you his thing, which had the power of light in it. It was through her that he pumped his own energy into you, allowing your body to heal mortal wounds with the help of the healing power of light.

And why didn’t heal fractures and scratches? - Olga responded somewhat offended.

Not enough yet! Riona went berserk. - She was almost pulled out of the other world, and she is also unhappy, such a pig! I would be silent too! Scratches to her, you see, have not been cured!

Everything, everything, I am silent, I am silent, - Tokotyrkova clung to her in fright.

Better tell me, what kind of thing did Rinat give you? Felinger asked more peacefully.

Broochka, - Olga bleated and showed the trinket.

And we, as I understand it, survived thanks to the rings, - said Nick.

Yes, probably, - Riona blushed, remembering the last conversation, and turned away embarrassedly.

What kind of rings? - Svetka became interested with gleaming eyes.

It doesn't matter, Felinger hissed, you better tell me what he gave you?

Nothing, - the girl shrugged.

That is, as? - Amadeus did not understand.

Like this. He did not give me anything.

But he somehow pumped energy into you! exclaimed Firriander.

He pumped it in even earlier, - Khitrova explained. - When we were in Moscow, he transferred his power to me so that I could use high-level fire for a long time. Apparently, his energy did not have time to completely leave me, so it worked as a conductor of healing power. In addition, before that, I had been pumping so much energy from the birch that I could see double in my eyes! Apparently it saved me when I was struck in the back with a deadly spell.

Did the squint save you? Riona asked sarcastically.

No, a wedding ring, - Sveta replied to her tone.

Riona immediately blushed, fell silent, muttering something like: "I will remember this for you, you will shed tears in my three streams of crocodile."

Look, something is sparkling and spinning on the mountain! - Nick exclaimed.

It turns white, then it turns black, - Olga frowned.

And now the mountain was already clouded with a black sphere, and then it sharply splashed into different sides and ... time suddenly stopped, and all living beings in the world froze, except for two mythical animals and four magicians ...

* * *

The phoenix flew so fast that the wind whistled in Zarnitsyn's ears. The dragon of Gordos easily maneuvered in the air and dodged like a hare, then soaring up, then abruptly going down. The chase lasted only ten minutes, no more, but it seemed to Rinat that an eternity had passed. The guy himself wondered why he had not yet fallen off his bird, which brilliantly repeated all the dragon's antics, constantly turning over in the air.

When Markel realized that there was no escape from the chase, he began to shoot back with various spells, trying to hit Rinat, but he put up barriers of light in time. Phoenix constantly exhaled more and more jets of white flame, trying to knock out the dragon, but at the last moment he managed to dodge or repulse the attack with oncoming fire. But then another fiery volley - and the dragon, which did not manage to orient itself in time, loses its balance and falls down. Its wings were paralyzed by the strange magic contained in the fire of the phoenix, and, unable to take off, the dragon fell directly into the crater of the volcano.

Markel managed to jump off his pet at the last moment and land on a hard surface. Less than half a minute later, Zarnitsyn was next to him with his sword at the ready. His phoenix flew by.

Do you even know how to handle your toy? - Gordos grinned, materializing in his hands his strange sword shrouded in greenish mist.

I learned especially for you, - Rinat answered in the same tone.

Do you really think you can beat me?

Do I have a choice? - the guy arched an eyebrow.

There is always a choice! We could agree, ”the man tilted his head.

Oh really? - said Runya venomously. - After all your antics? No, dear, it won't work! We will fight, and may Zarnitsyn win!

Ham! - Markel shouted displeasedly and was the first to attack.

As then, in the dungeon, Excalibur once again directed Rinat's actions. Two swords crossed, and immediately there was an explosion, throwing opponents in different directions.

What is it? What the hell is this? - did not understand Gordos.

What's the difference?! - exclaimed utterly pleased Zarnitsyn. - Just think, boom! But the battle will turn out to be fair - whoever is the first to fall unsuccessfully after the explosion and break his neck will be a fool! And, of course, it won't be me.

Beast! - shrieked Markel. - What have you done with my weapon ?!

Oh, yes, I need your piece of iron, like a slipper to a cockroach, ”the guy snorted. - Enough screeching already here, better defend yourself!

Runya grunted and, swinging his Excalibur like a woodcutter with an ax, ran towards Gordos. However, at the last moment, the sword again forced the guy to take the correct position and deliver an accurate blow. Gordos defended himself in time, and the explosion rang out again. The combatants were again scattered in different directions. Striking his back on the rock, Markel dropped his sword, and he flew somewhere into the abyss. Zarnitsyn held his sword tightly, although he was also well placed on the rock.

Suddenly, lava somewhere in the depths of the crater seethed, and from there flew out a slightly dented, but alive, black dragon. He circled furiously around the volcano and rushed at the phoenix with a menacing roar. Sieg was not taken aback and instantly grappled with the enemy.

Ooh, a tenacious lizard! - Rinat knitted his eyebrows. - Don't touch my phoenix! I'll bite off my head!

Your opponent is not a dragon, but me! - reminded of himself Gordos, knocking out the sword from Zarnitsyn's hands with the help of a spell.

Excalibur made an almost perfect arc and plunged into the ground far from Rinat. The guy immediately jumped to his feet and set up a barrier of light, reflecting the opponent's next spell.

Now the magic of the sword will not help you, ”the man hissed maliciously. - Your magic skill against mine! Let's see who will take it!

Mine is natural, ”Zarnitsyn snorted, sending a sphere of light into Gordos. She missed a little, exploding a meter from Gordos.

Markel did not intend to respond to the provocations anymore and again, as he did with Nick, summoned the swirling magical energy, which flew in a continuous stream towards Zarnitsyn. Runya, on the other hand, sharply put forward his hands, in which rays of sunlight sparkled merrily, becoming brighter and brighter with every second. Finally, Rinat's energy reached its peak, and a shining stream of light rushed towards the magic of Gordos.

The two forces collided, and everything around was already shaking from an overabundance of magical energy. Both opponents fought for life and death, calling for more and more strength. Light mixed with fog, burning the already bare rocky ground. It seemed that there was nothing to burn on the volcano, but a high wall of flame stood around the entire perimeter of the volcano's summit. Now the outcome of the battle depended not on the skill of the wizards, but on the amount of power available to them. The fight lasted only a few minutes, and Markel already felt that his energy was coming to an end. He had already spent too much strength fighting other heirs, and now there was almost no chance of victory. Especially considering that Zarnitsyn's energy is almost infinite, because he is powered by any light source. As Gordos expected, the light enveloped more and more space, gradually canceling out the already faintly pulsating fog. Soon Markel dropped his hands exhaustedly, and a bright stream of light rushed into him, almost smearing the man on the rock.

Gordos slowly slid to the ground, feeling everything inside him turn into one powerful ball of pain. The cursed light that penetrated into the body, which Rinat used, slowly killed the sorcerer from within. Zarnitsyn, who was not at all weakened, slowly approached the defeated enemy.

I said that the victory would be mine, - he said calmly, looking at Markel.

Kill me, ”Gordos wheezed, breathing heavily. “I know that your light will devour me from the inside, causing unbearable pain, but this will not happen earlier than in a day.

Do you want to suffer? - Rooney smiled knowingly. “I'm sorry, but I can't help you here. I'm not a killer. I have achieved my goal - you are defeated, your army is defeated, and your death is just a matter of time.

It's cruel, ”the man wheezed, writhing on the ground in pain. “Even I didn’t torture my enemies unnecessarily, I simply cut off their lives.

Yah? the guy raised an eyebrow. - Do you think they are grateful to you for this? In any case, it's on your conscience. And I strongly doubt that you tortured anyone.

My people - yes, but not me, - he answered. - Many of them do not know what pity is at all, and the screams of people writhing in pain give them pleasure.

Your torment does not give me any pleasure, ”Rinat shrugged his shoulders. - But I repeat once again: I will not kill you, I am not a murderer!

Well, be it your way, - Gordos resigned himself. “But bear in mind: my daughter will avenge me. Even you cannot resist her power, for her energy is as infinite as yours.

I don't care, ”smiled Rooney. - And I can offer you only one thing: kill yourself, if you can, of course. After all, you have a rich imagination - you will find a way to commit suicide.

Markel didn’t say anything, just wheezing forcibly, choking on his own blood, which was slowly flowing from his mouth. Zarnitsyn pondered, nevertheless he felt sorry for Gordos. Maybe you should have finished it off? On the other hand, he deserved such a death ...

Father! - an agitated melodic voice interrupted Rinat's thoughts, and the next second the guy realized that he was flying somewhere.

As it turned out, Angelica sent Runya with an energy wave on a long journey, straight to the forgotten Excalibur.

Father, what did he do to you ?! - the girl was nervous, sitting down next to Markel.

My girl, - he smiled, - I am glad that you are near ...

Can I heal you? - Angelica interrupted him.

No ... - Gordos shook his head slowly. “The damned light cannot be removed from the affected organism. I have no more than a day to live.

But how? - the girl was confused. - Zarnitsyn just woke up, he could not have enough strength to defeat you!

It is you who have the chance to win, and I am just a concentrator of the elements, and I do not own the true powers ...

In that case, I will destroy him, ”Angelica said resolutely and rose to her feet. - And then I'll take you home. Maybe I can still find a way to heal you.

It's too late, go alone, ”Markel said quietly. “The Fireriander won't just wait. Soon everyone else will be here and….

I don’t want to listen to anything! the girl screamed. - First, I will get even with Zarnitsyn! And then I'll take you home, - she repeated stubbornly and quickly walked towards Rinat.

Moving away from her father at a safe distance, Angelica sharply raised her hand and, without warning, launched a branching lightning at Rinat, from which he barely managed to jump.

Appeared! - Runya grimaced, - and I really thought I couldn't wait!

You ... - the girl hissed. - How dare you touch my father ?!

Just as he dared to touch my friends, - the guy replied calmly. - Or did you think that I would leave it unpunished? - Angelica was silent. - You have to pay for everything in this life, and an equal payment. Your father has lost many lives - it's time to pay the bills. Tell me, am I wrong?

Maybe he’s right, ”the girl replied quietly. “I didn't mean to kill you. From the very beginning, as soon as I saw it, I don't know why, but I didn't want to.

Yah? Why suddenly such an honor?

Dad said that it happens ... - Angelica was suddenly embarrassed. - It seems like I haven't seen young guys or something like that before ...

That's enough, '' the boyfriend interrupted her and muttered: `` that's just what I missed.

But now all this does not matter any more, - the girl finished. “You killed my father, and now I will destroy you.

Can you handle it?

I will try, - she answered seriously and summoned the sword.

The girl watched in surprise as her weapon emerged from somewhere from the depths of the volcano and fell into her hands. Zarnitsyn immediately put the Excalibur in front of him.

I am not a swordsman, - Angelica smiled charmingly, - therefore I use weapons differently than my father did.

With these words, the girl swung her sword, and the energy of darkness enveloped her, gradually becoming more and more. Rinat with every particle of his skin felt the danger emanating from someone else's power. There was no choice, and he, too, raising his sword, summoned the light.

This time the forces did not collide with each other, on the contrary, something inexplicable began to happen. The swords in the hands of the guys began to vibrate, gaining momentum with every second and striving to clash in a duel. It took a lot of effort for both opponents to keep their weapons in their hands. Light and darkness mixed in the air gave rise to the third element - the power of shadows. Around the guys, a lot of bizarre monsters have already gathered, constantly increasing their numbers due to new images - each new shadow cast by this or that object gave rise to another monster ...

The distance between Angelica and Rinat was rapidly decreasing. The guys were already holding back the weapons tearing from their hands with their last strength, completely oblivious to what was happening around them. And finally, the swords clashed ...

There was a bright burst of light, immediately replaced by a light, dark haze. The swords fell to the ground with a clink, and the guys stared in fascination at the sphere filled with light and darkness, located between them. Here its shell burst with a quiet pop, and the energy began to take the shape of some object. A few moments later, the guys looked blankly at the gold cup floating in front of them, inlaid with precious stones... It was empty, but Rinat and Angelica felt some inexplicable force lurking inside the object. The cup seemed to hypnotize ...

Angelica was the first to come to her senses. Blinking in bewilderment, the girl frowned, remembering one of the ancient tomes she had read. It seems that something was mentioned there about a similar subject ... Finally, the girl remembered and, without waiting for Rinat to wake up, was the first to grab the cup.

The mountain shook. Angelica raised the artifact above her head, and a powerful pillar of dark magic shot out of it, rushing into the heavens. A black swirling fog began to quickly envelop the surrounding area, destroying everything in its path.

Finally waking up, Zarnitsyn looked around in amazement, not understanding what was happening around. Seeing the darkness swallowing the world, the guy tried to attack Angelica with light, but in vain. The light just disappeared before it arrived. Runya summoned more and more light energy, trying to stop the girl, but all attempts were in vain.

When the darkness had already descended into the mountain as a black sphere, it suddenly spattered in different directions with millions of rays, which were supposed to create the same spheres again. And then time stopped, and something steel cut Angelica's hands, forcing her to let go of the cup, which immediately fell to the ground and rolled somewhere.

What are you doing, you bastard ?! came an indignant voice, and Malle emerged from the fog.

You!!! Angelica hissed angrily.

You?! - looked at the newly arrived Rinat in surprise.

Did you expect to see someone else? the girl said in a steel voice. - I was right. The Holy Grail was indeed on this planet!

Grail? - Zarnitsyn was surprised. - Yes, you are persecuting! This is a myth. It was invented by the Templars, it seems, but I don't know why.

What nonsense! Malle snorted. - The Holy Grail is a weapon of mass destruction, created at the beginning of the universe. It is designed to destroy unwanted or unnecessary worlds. It is impossible to subdue or destroy this artifact.

Are you saying that Angelica was trying to destroy the planet right now? - Zarnitsyn opened his mouth. - But why?!

Because I wanted to! - she answered haughtily, and immediately drooped, - in fact, I just wanted to kill Rinat ...

It's good that you stopped her, - Rooney giggled nervously, looking at Mall.

I just stopped time, - she shrugged her shoulders, - but soon it will go on, and the Earth will disappear. The process has already begun, it is almost impossible to stop it.

You said "almost", - immediately clung to the words of Zarnitsyn. - what do you mean?

Yes, yes, I'm also interested, - Angelica narrowed her eyes, - it was not yet in my plans to destroy the planet!

I'll explain now, ”she sighed heavily. - The principle of the Holy Grail is based on the positive and negative qualities of the person who used the artifact. Only those who are endowed with true power are capable of activating the power of the Grail. If the personality has more negative qualities, then the apocalypse begins, and the world dies. This is exactly what happened at the moment. If the personality has more positive qualities, then the world is completely cleansed of evil ... which also leads to the apocalypse. In any dimension, balance must be maintained. If one of the parties begins to outweigh, then the world perishes. And now the most important thing: there is only one way to stop the apocalypse that has already begun - to destroy the one who used the Grail. In the entire history of the Universe, this has never happened, because the one who called for the apocalypse was alone, and there was simply no one to stop him.

That is, I have to die ?! - Angelica grinned. - Well, I do not! I promised my father that I would take him home and I will! Even at the cost of the life of the entire planet!

And you think I'll let you do it? Mall asked.

Stop! - exclaimed Rooney. - What if I use the power of light to reverse the process? After all, the Grail, as I understand it, chose instant destruction because of the power of darkness that Angelica owns, right?

Not really, ”Malle shook her head.“ Rather, the power of darkness was the deciding factor. But overall, you're right. I think, if she did not have this element, the Apocalypse could have been different ...

Here! - shouted Zarnitsyn. - And I have the power of light! So I can turn everything back ?!

No you can not! Melissa shrugged irritably. - You will call the same apocalypse, only it will take a little longer! And ... then I have to kill you.

And I, unlike Angelica, will not resist, - Rinat smiled.

I said no! - repeated Malle in an indisputable tone. “I don’t want to kill you because I like you. I think I already told you that. Moreover, Angelica deserved death, and I promised to save you!

In that case, I don't believe there is no other way to stop the apocalypse! - issued Zarnitsyn. - Probably, you just do not know something!

There is, - the girl easily agreed, - to transfer the Grail into the hands of a person with an absolute inner balance. Then the goblet will not be able to choose the type of destruction and will remain dormant. And I can simply dispel the already begun apocalypse, because he will not have an additional source that will give him strength.

And you will not pass for a person with an absolute inner balance? - Rooney immediately asked.

No, - she shook her head, - I, like Angelica, will cause the end of the world. Enough talk, it's time to destroy the cause of the apocalypse.

The girl narrowed her eyes slightly and sharply waved her hand, sending another wave of energy into Angelica. Contrary to expectations, Melissa's strength did not destroy the girl, only pushed her a few meters away, without causing much harm.

This is getting interesting, ”Malle grinned.

In her hands immediately appeared the same sword, constantly changing shape. Without thinking twice, Angelica also summoned her blade, and the next second the girl felt how she was hit in the stomach and, bent over in half, coughed. Malle's movements were unusually fast, Angelica did not even have time to blink an eye, and Melissa was already next to her rival and struck another blow. How Malle's strange sword still hadn't hit her, she didn't understand. She only had time to notice that her own blade miraculously managed to reflect the fatal blow.

Realizing that there was no chance in a normal fight, Angelica summoned the power of darkness and tried to attack Melissa with magic. She immediately directed the stream of her unknown energy towards, reflecting the blow. And yet Angelica felt that it would be much easier to fight with magic and, concentrating, accepted the fight.

Zarnitsyn stared blankly at the battle of the girls, trying to figure out how to stop the apocalypse without casualties. He himself did not understand why he needed it. Angelica is the enemy. Her death will finally end the history of the Gordos, and the world of magicians will finally breathe a sigh of peace, realizing that the long-term war with Markel will be over. And yet something haunted the guy ...

“Her unexpected confession? - thought Rinat, - no, hardly. The fact that she did not want to destroy the world does not justify her. She seems to like me, maybe that's why I want to save her life? Not that either. In the end, I simply have no right to put my personal experiences above the desires of the whole world. Maybe I just feel sorry for her? She lost her father, and before that she was locked on the island. She just wanted to see the world ... No, to save the life of the enemy purely out of pity, so that later she would be stabbed in the back - this is also not the reason. But what then? ... "

Suddenly the guy understood everything. He wanted to keep the girl alive because she is different from her father. The fact that she bears his last name does not at all mean that she will follow in his footsteps and will try to take over the world. Perhaps, if you talk to her and go to meet, she will use her powers for good. Nobody but Markel was involved in raising Angelica, which means that she sees the world as her father described it to her. If she learns about the real state of affairs, her worldview will change. After the death of her father, the girl will have no reason to continue his work - there simply will be no point. And yet - Angelica's death will upset the balance of power ...

“It remains to understand how it is possible to stop the apocalypse without sacrifice,” thought Runya sadly.

The girls, meanwhile, fought fiercely. Angelica was clearly inferior to Mall on all fronts, but stubbornly refused to surrender without a fight. Receiving another blow, the girl got up again and went on the attack. Yes ... the power of darkness really has an almost limitless supply.

Once again, the two opposing magic collided and exploded, lightly illuminating the surroundings. Rinat suddenly saw a strange reflection somewhere not far from the fighting. Looking closely, he realized that there was the Holy Grail.

The decision came instantly, and the guy carefully, along the wall, moved towards the artifact.

"What are you doing?" - the agitated voice of Sieg sounded in his head, who was still fighting the dragon Angelica, superior in strength to his other relatives.

"I'm going to the Grail!" - Rinat replied calmly, carefully advancing towards his goal.

“Are you tired of living ?! the phoenix croaked. - Mall made it clear to you that you will only change the appearance of the apocalypse, then you yourself will have to be killed! Stop, you moron! "

“I won't change anything! - Rooney waved it off. - Mall said that you need an absolute inner balance! I was able to choose two lights at once, which means that I am half evil, half good. I just have to have an equal balance! ".

“You have the power of light !!! Sieg shouted in despair. "Even if you yourself are balanced, your strength will become the determining factor!"

“And yet I have to try,” Zarnitsyn repeated stubbornly. - Stop talk about this!".

No longer listening to the pet's lamentations, the guy with one jerk covered the distance to the cup. In vain. Mall spotted him.

Do not dare!!! - shouted the girl, sending a wave of magic to Zarnitsyn.

The guy quickly sent an oncoming wave of light, reflecting the impact and, without a second hesitation, took the artifact in his hands.

A dazzling flash of light, and now a new energy flew out from the inside of the Grail into the heavens, gradually eating away at the darkness. Like Angelica, Zarnitsyn temporarily disconnected from what was happening. He no longer heard Mall screaming in rage, Angelica giggling enough, realizing that now her death would not solve anything, how the phoenix grumbled with displeasure, not understanding where his opponent had disappeared (Angelica called him to her and, while Mall did not see , dragged Markel's pet onto the back). The light began to slowly flood the surroundings and ... suddenly stopped.

“My task is to protect the world,” Rounya kept repeating to himself. - You, damn cup, you will not destroy it, just know it! I just won't let you! Come on, stop all this confusion immediately and return everything to its place! You know as well as I do that the time of this planet has not yet expired! What? How do I know this? Because I am still alive, which means that the world cannot disappear! Oh, am I a boor? Look at yourself! An unfinished piece of iron, but still there, show off! In short, if you do not immediately stop your antics, then before death, I swear, I will turn you into a crooked corkscrew, so that next time it would be discouraging to destroy everything that you didn’t like !!! ”.

It turned out that the Holy Grail is not just a magical artifact, but also a sentient item. At first Rinat did not understand where the incomprehensible voice came from, but when he realized ... In general, not even a few minutes passed, and the Grail could no longer stand the conversation with Zarnitsyn and agreed to postpone the apocalypse for a while.

When Rinat's gaze became meaningful again, Mall was surprised to find that the Holy Grail no longer shone, but calmly lay in Zarnitsyn's hands, like an ordinary goblet. Finally, time moved on, but only rays remained of the recent black sphere, which were still flying in different directions. Not for long. Mall spun on its axis, and her power scattered around the area in a circular wave, absorbing dangerous rays that did not manage to become new spheres. Then the girl glared angrily towards Rinat.

You ... you ... - then blushing, then turning pale, she squeezed out.

What? - Rooney asked plaintively, making sweet eyes.

I'll talk to you later! - the girl turned away, remembering her rival.

However, Angelica was already sitting astride the dragon and managed to conjure a weighty clot of darkness, to which she mixed several deadly spells.

Malle, be careful, ”shouted Rinat.

A dark clot hissed off Angelica's hands and flew towards Melissa. She quickly created a wave of splitting energy and sent him towards. Contrary to her expectations, a clot of darkness absorbed the entire wave, becoming even stronger. Zarnitsyn quickly placed a light shield around Malle, who stared blankly at the death flying towards her. At the very last moment, when Rinat was already sure that everything would be okay, the clot abruptly changed direction and, accelerating, rushed to Zarnitsyn.

Excalibur flashed brightly, flying out of nowhere to protect the owner. Sieg also rushed to Rinat, covering him with his whole body. And then there was an explosion. A bright flash of light and a loud sound disorientated Mall for several seconds. When she was able to see again, Angelica was already quite far away - flying towards the ocean.

In the place where Zarnitsyn stood, there was a giant crack leading to the volcano's crater. Mall, slowly shifting her legs, walked to the edge and looked into the interior of the mountain. There was no lava. The Holy Grail lay lonely at the bottom. Neither Zarnitsyn, nor Excalibur, nor Phoenix.

* * *

As time went on, everyone in the main square of Siniodus saw a bright flash of light, and then everything was quiet. A few minutes of tense silence, and then there was a deafening rumble, and something exploded on the mountain. A black dot appeared in the distance, and again silence.

What's going on there ?! - Olga whined.

I have a bad feeling, ”Riona said grimly.

It seems that everything is already over, - said Firriander slowly, - that's just ...

What? Nick asked worriedly.

I can no longer feel the energy of light ...

What? But ... how is that, Rector? - Ornella turned pale. - This means that Rinat ...

He's dead, ”Amadeus said quietly.

Like a butt on the head. The teachers were worried, the students whispered, Riona hid her face in her palms, Nick clenched his fists painfully, Tokotyrkova completely fainted ... and only Khitrova sat with her back to everyone, without even moving ...

Maybe you were wrong? - After a couple of minutes, Riona squeezed out of herself.

Mall had promised to save him! - Nick whispered with his lips.

In her hands shimmered a small sphere, inside which was a flower. Withered.

Liarais! Anna Rualski exclaimed in amazement. - But from where?

When Runka and I flew for the Seal, we met a certain mountain hummik. These flowers also grew there. We found a matching flower. One was with him, the second was with me. Humrik said that if the flower withers, then its owner is dead. I doubt that humrik was lying.

I didn’t lie, ”said Ferriander. - If you really found a paired Liarais, then there can be no mistake - Rinat is dead.

We should have died, ”Riona said. - If he had not started to heal us then, he would have destroyed Markel and Angelica. He saved us at the cost of his life ...

We couldn't protect the light, ”Nick hissed. - Couldn't do what they had to!

There was no need to listen to this woman, - Olga croaked awake. - I should have gone to the volcano and do something!

Khitrova got up and silently walked towards the castle. She didn't want to listen to anything. You can't change anything anyway. The girl glanced sideways at the mountain and saw Malle walking slowly towards Siniodus with some kind of goblet.

BUT! Appeared! - Olga screamed. - You promised that you would save him!

You already know? Melissa smiled sadly.

Why? - Barely restraining herself so as not to rush at the girl with her fists, Riona hissed. - Why couldn't you? Answer me, I'm asking you!

He tried to protect me, but Angelica outplayed everything at the last moment, and even this Holy Grail ruined everything ... - Malle said confusedly. - I'll tell you everything tomorrow. Now I need to report to my superiors.

One question, - said Khitrova unexpectedly. - Is Markel dead?

Almost, - the girl answered. - Rinat struck him with a cursed light, after this they do not survive. Gordos has a maximum of one day left. Unfortunately, Angelica was saved.

I see, - Sveta said just as quietly. - You can go, tomorrow we'll talk in more detail.

Mall winced at Sly's imperative tone, but she said nothing. Silently she turned, gestured to her people to follow her, and soon disappeared.

Olga, Riona and Nick followed Svetka to the partially destroyed castle. Operative stores created a portal through which prisoners were taken away, dumbfounded by the news of the death of the owner. The teachers sent the students to their rooms, while they themselves began to provide assistance to the wounded senior students and search for the dead. Soon night fell on Siniodus, nature was resting from a difficult evening. Silence. The castle plunged into darkness. Only one window has a light on. Khitrova sat on the windowsill with her legs and simply looked at the moon, illuminating the surroundings with a pale silvery light. "Cold ... not the same as that of Rinat ..." - Svetka suddenly thought. In her hands she held a sphere with a faded liarais. Tears streamed down my cheeks.

Only the most experienced heroes of Azeroth can meet the Burning Legion's invasion, armed with legendary artifacts. The power of this magnificent weapon grows with yours. You yourself define its properties, appearance, sounds and behavior in battle. Transform your artifact into the perfect weapon of war and lead your faction through these difficult times!

As one of the greatest priests of Azeroth, you have earned the right to wield a weapon that is endowed not only with power, but also with your own name.

Between Light and Dark

The priests have three specializations: Obedience, Light, and Darkness. The uniqueness of each of them is reflected in the choice of artifact weapons.

• Discipline clerics stand on the fine line between light and darkness and masterfully manipulate them. They need to be careful to maintain this balance so that they can use and control the power of the staff. Fury of light in battle.
• Priests with the specialization of "Light" personify divine power and use the real weapon of the Light: T "uure, light of the Naaru... Weapons of this origin can be used both to heal allies and to crush those who dare to become enemies.
• Dark Adepts will undoubtedly want to add Xal "atat, blade of the Black Empire, to your arsenal. Shadow Priests wielding this honed Voidblade can strike terror into the hearts of their enemies and bend their minds to their will.

Each artifact is the embodiment of the power of the priest who owns it. Power is hidden in the names - remember them, because this legendary weapon will become your faithful assistant in the battle against an enemy more dangerous than which you have never met.

Obedience - Fury of the Light

In an effort to rid Azeroth of the undead, the Scarlet Crusade attempted to create a second Ashbringer in the form of a staff. But the Dreadlord, having infiltrated the ranks of the order, prevented him, causing a terrifying magical explosion. Since then, the strength of the damaged staff has been nearly impossible to control. Several daredevils tried to use it, but provoked new destruction, and the mages of the Kirin Tor decided to hide it in order to avoid disaster.

Light - T "uure, light of the Naaru

Beings of the pure Light, the benevolent naaru rescued the draenei from their homeworld when most of them were turned into minions of the Burning Legion. The demons nearly destroyed the last fugitives, but the naaru protected them with this crystal beacon. T "uure emits a healing radiance of Light that heals terrible wounds and brings it back to life. At some point, the crystal fell into the hands of the Legion in a war-torn world. It has not been seen since.

Darkness - Xal "atat, blade of the Black Empire

Long ago, this terrifying dagger was created from the claw of an ancient god, and priests used it for ritual sacrifices during the heyday of the Black Empire. After the overthrow of the ancient gods, the clergy hid Xal "atat. For centuries, from time to time he appeared in terrible rituals or calamities. The blade has its own will: with the help of the energy of the Abyss and the influence on the minds of people, it maliciously distorts everything around.