Some rifts proved more difficult than others.
The human champions were proving more resilient than the initial assessments suggested.
Perhaps this assignment isn't entirely worthless.
A smile played across Malthorn's features as understanding dawned. If Earth proved more challenging than expected, successful conquest would demonstrate rewards that even Bael'zarok couldn't ignore.
I can turn exile into an opportunity.
The communication crystals chimed with reports from field commanders. Epic-rank forces requesting additional support, they were encountering unexpected resistance.
"Perhaps. This primitive world will provide more entertainment than I initially anticipated." Malthorn whispered to the empty chamber.
...
Skyla's keen eyes tracked movement across Lansing's devastated skyline, her enhanced vision cataloguing threats. Beside her, Hank's darker feathers ruffled in winds that carried the scent of blood and destruction.
