amidst the heavy storm in archimedes ward, silverash spots a female warrior, donning two blades, fighting the monster that had appeared following the announcement. he could see there are defenseless inhabitant near her and she’s the only thing blocking them from harm.
at first, he hesitates to intervene, understanding he might only be another burden for her to handle, but as more of those monstrous shades appear, seeking to overwhelm her with sheer numbers, he moves quickly to intercept at least a few before they could reach her or the defenseless. he offers a prayer to the god he has long stopped believing in that the sword would last and uses the dull blade to knock a monster away from his side.
“are you alright?” he asks loudly. he offers a monster trying to ambush his back a quick elbow to the face.
he lips part into a sly grin as his excitement grows at the experience of battle. he always loved a challenge.
“although it seemed like you have things handled, i hope you don’t mind if i hel--your three o’clock!”
( s.c. - @kisorashi)