Holy Radiance
At his words, a blinding surge of golden light erupted from Anthony, bursting outward from his form like the birth of a new sun. It swept across the void in every direction, devouring all it touched.
Every mote of chaos energy within kilometers was instantly dissolved, erased from existence. The countless spectral hands, so eager to claim his life moments before, disintegrated without resistance, their essence annihilated before they could even scream.
Then, as quickly as it came, the brilliance receded. Anthony's figure emerged from the fading glow, suspended in the void with serene poise. His blue eyes shone with a tranquil depth, his expression untouched by strain, and a faint smile curved his lips.
His voice, calm yet brisk, broke the silence.
Spatial Blade
At his command, the galaxy itself seemed to still. Planets ceased their rotations. Stars hung frozen mid-flare. Moons halted in their silent arcs.
Then — reality cracked.