The Hatred Demon surged forward, closing the distance between itself and Alex in an instant.
Its [Hatred Wings] flared violently, and its [Hatred Boots] sent it hurtling through the air with blinding speed.
In less than a fraction of a second, it was already upon him, its massive [Sword of Hatred] descending like an executioner's blade, aimed directly at Alex's head.
"Just die, you parasite," the Hatred Demon growled, its many mouths twisting with disgust.
But then...
SLASH! BOOM!
A sudden, violent pulse erupted from Alex's crown.
The [Crown of Calamity] reacted instantly, its power surging forth in a way it never had before.
Hundreds, no, thousands of black and crimson tendrils burst outward, coiling and twisting like serpents hunting prey.
In the blink of an eye, they fused together, forming something new.
A dark sword, massive, ominous, and overflowing with an aura of destruction, materialized in front of Alex, intercepting the oncoming [Sword of Hatred].
BOOM!
