While all senses were disabled, he could still sense his own mana within his body. It was a revelation he was thankful for as he intentionally guided it through his limbs. One specific element was put at the forefront of his mind, visualizing the erratic form of energy–"Shock."
He jolted his own body with a controlled expulsion of electricity, causing his limbs to twitch. All at once, the sensory-depriving curse was purged as he clenched his hands.
A single blink returned his vision as he was met face-to-face with the hooded figure, this time taking the reins. He pushed his forearm forward forcefully, intercepting the assassin's swinging motion.
"CAN YOU BELIEVE IT, FOLKS?! THE NEWCOMER NOAH, HE'S SOMETHING ELSE! THIS IS A RISING STAR WE'RE WITNESSING!"
"Huh?!" Van reacted in surprise, pulling back. "You…How did you break free of the Blackout already?"
