Arpious of the Planes

Chapter 630 Witch City's Forest (33)

Cursebound Dominion became the focus of Arpious's attention next. Raising her hand, she invoked the skill, commanding spectral entities to materialize before her. These entities, emanating an eerie glow, seemed eager to fulfill their master's bidding. Arpious directed them towards an imaginary foe, watching as they assaulted the phantom with supernatural afflictions. The aggressive nature of the skill left an impression on her, and she envisioned scenarios where Cursebound Dominion would turn the tide in the heat of a chaotic battle.

Abyssal Malediction unfolded like a dark tapestry at Arpious's command. With a sweeping motion, she summoned the ancient curses, creating an ominous field of malevolence. The curses manifested as ethereal tendrils, seeking out imaginary adversaries within the chamber. Arpious observed the field's effect, noting the immediate harm it caused and the lingering damage persisting over time. The skill's dynamic nature intrigued her, as it presented a unique and strategic option for controlling the battlefield.

Dark Sovereignty Strike became the focal point of Arpious's experimentation. She manifested her scythe, its blade imbued with the dark power of her diadem. As the weapon cleaved through the air, she observed the direct damage inflicted upon her spectral targets. The curses, embedded within the strikes, manifested violently, leaving an indelible mark on the ephemeral foes. Arpious recognized the offensive potential of the skill, envisioning devastating combinations in the midst of a fierce confrontation.

Veil of Desolation unfolded with a graceful motion of Arpious's hand. The shadowy veil cascaded around her, creating an ethereal shroud that disrupted magical abilities. She extended her senses, feeling the veil's defensive and offensive properties simultaneously. 

Arpious noted with satisfaction how the veil not only shielded her from magical attacks but also actively harmed enemies within its reach. The offensive twist to the previously defensive skill added another layer of complexity to her arsenal, amplifying her capabilities in both offense and defense.

Arpious, now adorned in her regal Cursed Monarch attire, stepped into the heart of the enchanted forest, her eyes glowing with an abyssal intensity. The air around her crackled with malevolence, and the creatures of the woods seemed to stir in recognition of her potent aura. Her Cursed Raiment flowed with an otherworldly elegance as she delved into the depths of the foliage.

In her quest for formidable adversaries, Arpious first sought the spectral entity known as the Vorpal Thornspecter. She remembered Elara's encounter with this creature, a spectral being entwined with thorns, manipulating the flora to attack. The ethereal nature of the Thornspecter made it elusive and resistant, providing a worthy challenge for Arpious's newfound powers.

Next on her list was the Lurking Shadebeast, a shadowy creature with razor-sharp claws that lurked in the darkness. Arpious envisioned confronting this elusive foe, using her mastery over curses to unveil the creature hidden within the shadows and turning its own darkness against it.

The Mystic Webweaver, an arachnid-like monster with iridescent webs shimmering with enchantments, drew Arpious's attention. Imagining the intricate dance of curses interwoven with the mystical threads, she anticipated a battle where her newfound offensive curse skills would be put to the test against the web-slinging foe.

Arpious contemplated facing the Groveheart Treant, a colossal tree-like creature with a heart of pure magic. Remembering Elara's struggle against its regenerative abilities, she envisioned using her potent curses to disrupt the creature's connection with the forest and overcome its formidable defenses.

The Moonlit Serpentvine, a serpentine plant creature thriving in the moonlight, was another adversary that intrigued Arpious. She pictured a battle where the creature's hypnotic charm and lunar energy would clash against her offensive curses, creating a spectacle of magical prowess.

Finally, the Chimeric Howlstalker, a hybrid beast amalgamating features of various forest creatures, captured Arpious's attention. Envisioning the unpredictable attacks of this formidable foe, she anticipated a battle where her offensive curse skills would be crucial in countering its agility and ferocity.

With a determined step and the regal aura of a Cursed Monarch, Arpious ventured deeper into the forest, ready to confront these creatures and prove her dominance over the enchanted realm.

 Arpious stood at the threshold of the enchanted forest, her gaze fixed upon the looming shadows where the creatures of the woods lurked. With Maleficent Hex at the forefront of her forbidden arsenal, she raised her hand, fingertips glowing with an ominous energy. Dark tendrils of curses erupted from her fingertips, weaving through the air with malevolent grace. The curses sought out their targets, wrapping around the first adversary, the Vorpal Thornspecter, its spectral form shuddering as the curses took hold.

Commanding Cursebound Dominion, Arpious summoned forth cursed entities with a wave of her hand. These spectral manifestations, extensions of her dominion, surged forward with aggressive intent. The Lurking Shadebeast, accustomed to the shadows, found itself assailed by these supernatural entities, its razor-sharp claws clashing against the ethereal assailants. Arpious moved with calculated grace, orchestrating the onslaught with the finesse of a true Cursed Monarch.

As Arpious delved deeper into the forest, Abyssal Malediction came to life. She invoked the ancient curses, creating a field of malevolence that haunted the Moonlit Serpentvine. The serpentine plant creature writhed as the curses sought it out, constricting its lunar-imbued vines. Arpious's mastery over the dark arts became evident as the curses manifested, dealing both immediate and lingering damage, setting the stage for a relentless pursuit.

Empowered by the diadem's dark power, Arpious unleashed Dark Sovereignty Strike. Her scythe, an extension of her regal presence, cleaved through the Groveheart Treant's colossal form. Each strike not only dealt physical damage but also infused the creature with debilitating curses. The colossal tree-like adversary roared in defiance, roots and branches quivering under the dual assault of supernatural forces and a weapon fueled by forbidden magic.

Veil of Desolation followed suit, a wave of shadowy energy cascading from Arpious's regal attire. The Mystic Webweaver, ensnared in its own intricate webs, faced the onslaught of the veil's malevolence. The curses disrupted the arachnid-like monster's magical abilities, leaving it vulnerable to Arpious's subsequent strikes. The shadows played host to a dance of curses and predatory prowess, painting the battlefield with an otherworldly elegance.

Abyssal Gaze Mastery took center stage as Arpious turned her attention to the Chimeric Howlstalker. Her eyes, pools of abyssal darkness, locked onto the unpredictable hybrid beast. With a focused gaze, Arpious projected curses through the abyssal gaze, the dark energy latching onto the Howlstalker's amalgamated features. The creature's agility was momentarily compromised, its movements erratic under the influence of forbidden magic.

The forest echoed with the sounds of curses and roars as Arpious continued her onslaught. Cursed Marksmanship manifested in a flurry of ranged attacks against the Vorpal Thornspecter, each projectile carrying curses that twisted through the air. The ethereal entity, once elusive, now faced an onslaught from afar, the curses haunting it with relentless determination.

Aura of Dread expanded around Arpious, the intangible shroud of malevolence enveloping the creatures in her proximity. The Galewhisper Zephyrserpents, airborne and elusive, found their movements impeded by the suffocating aura. As they struggled against the weight of impending doom, Arpious pressed forward, her offensive presence becoming an insurmountable force.

Ephemeral Sovereignty unfolded as Arpious faced the Thunderstrike Voltserpents. With offensive finesse, she crafted curses into intricate patterns, directing them with precision against the electrically charged serpents. The Voltserpents, their scales crackling with energy, felt the onslaught of curses disrupting their electric defenses.

The grand finale approached as Dreadful Ascendant Barrage took form. Arpious, now a true Cursed Monarch, unleashed a relentless barrage of offensive curses. The forest trembled as the curses cascaded upon her adversaries, each strike a proclamation of her mastery over forbidden magic. The forest's denizens, once formidable in their own right, found themselves overwhelmed by the relentless torrent of malevolence.

The battle had only just begun, and Arpious stood amidst the chaos she had wrought, her eyes ablaze with the dark power of a Cursed Monarch. The enchanted forest became the stage for a symphony of curses and supernatural might, with Arpious at its malevolent conductor.

 Arpious, surrounded by the echoes of curses and the remnants of her offensive onslaught, pressed onward. The serpent-themed monsters, sensing a shift in the balance of power, circled her with renewed aggression. The Serpentian Coilstalkers, their scales shifting in a mesmerizing display of colors, slithered forward with hypnotic grace. Arpious, undeterred, harnessed the power of Maleficent Hex once more, casting curses upon the Coilstalkers. The curses distorted their mesmerizing patterns, leaving the serpents disoriented and vulnerable.

Vipernox Shadowscales, shadow-infused serpents with gleaming eyes, emerged from concealed positions. Arpious responded with Cursebound Dominion, commanding entities to assail the Shadowscales aggressively. The shadows writhed as cursed entities collided with the elusive serpents, disrupting their attempts to meld with the darkness. Arpious danced through the shadows with the grace of a malevolent monarch, her scythe slicing through the serpentine foes.

The arctic-dwelling Venomfrost Fangvipers, with icy scales releasing a chilling mist, slithered forth with frosty intent. Arpious invoked Abyssal Malediction, summoning the power of ancient curses to create a field of malevolence. The curses twisted through the mist, intensifying the freezing effects and leaving the Fangvipers paralyzed by the dual assault of curses and frost. The forest air resonated with the echoes of curses and the frosty hiss of vanquished foes.