The Evolution Of A Goblin To The Peak

Chapter 1114 Arvidal

”Why didnʼt they use it before?” Vashno asked in a low voice.

”Not everyone can use [Fallen Barrier]. Only a few people are capable of it, and the Division Commander is one of them. Even those who studied forbidden spells didnʼt want to waste time learning the magic circle for [Fallen Barrier],” Souta explained.

Naturally, a Division Commander had many responsibilities. They couldnʼt easily leave for another battlefield.

Moreover, Calm River County was several times larger than Mountain Rock City. The number of titans here was much greater, and their strength significantly higher.

Such a technique could only be used in a place like this—anywhere else, it would be a massive loss.

Boom!!

The entire area shook.

The air instantly filled with immense pressure.

Figures of titans surged through the air, each one radiating immense strength. Those at the front stood fearlessly before Division Commander Savas, Kyveli, and the other Hero-ranks.

Kyveli stepped forward and motioned for Savas to fall back. ”Sir Savas, please leave this to me. You need to rest for a while,” she said.

After casting a powerful forbidden spell with the aid of a dark-grade artifact, Kyveli knew that Savas was somewhat drained.

”Thank you,” Savas said, closing his eyes as he stepped back.

”Kill them all!!” one of the leading titans suddenly roared.

In an instant, a wave of titans charged toward the army of warriors.

Whoosh!!

Kyveli raised her weapon, her energy erupting like a tidal wave. With a powerful swing, she unleashed a massive crescent-shaped energy blade.

Bang!!

Warriors and titans below Hero-rank were blasted hundreds of meters away. As a Ninth Shackle Realm expert, Kyveli didnʼt hold back.

Just like that, a fierce battle erupted once more between the titans and the forces of Olympus.

And this was only one of many. Across the entirety of Olympus, countless battles raged. Even gods like Zeus and Hades were engaged in combat.

Swoosh!!

Souta helped Alice and Vashno descend.

The sky had become a battlefield for Hero-ranks—those below that level could do little more than get in the way.

Although it was just one Shackle, the gap between the Sixth and Seventh Shackle Realms was immense.

”Letʼs go find the titan Arvidal,” Souta said to Alice and Vashno.

He already had Arvidalʼs details in mind.

The titan would be easy to spot—he was heavily guarded by others due to his rare skills as both a Formation Master and a Rune Master.

With that in mind, Souta, along with Alice and Vashno, rushed toward Calm River County.

Swoosh!!

...

In a vast mansion, a towering titan—ten meters tall—sat on an oversized chair. He wore a grand robe of white and red, his dark green skin stretched taut over bulging veins that pulsed visibly beneath the surface.

He was Arvidal.

The door burst open as another titan entered the room.

”Arvidal! The warriors from Athenʼs Champion have launched a full-scale attack on our base! We canʼt stay here any longer!” the titan exclaimed.

”I know,” Arvidal replied calmly, ”but weʼll stay a little longer.”

”But the Mad Giants said you have to leave now...”

”No, not yet... Iʼm still waiting for someone,” Arvidal said, shaking his head.

In the outside world, titans were often considered part of the giant race. But the titans rejected this notion—they refused to associate with other races, believing themselves superior to all.

This time, however, things were different.

The titans were at a disadvantage in this war. And somewhere out there, a group of giants—the Mad Giants—were willing to assist them.

”The Mad Giants will force you out,” the titan warned. ”Your skills are too valuable. They wonʼt just wait—theyʼll come here themselves.”

”Then let them come. Iʼve already prepared a greeting for them,” Arvidal said, still calm as ever.

Though only at the Fourth Shackle Realm, Arvidal wasnʼt as powerful as many other titans. But he had worked relentlessly to master the rare and complex skills he now possessed.

He glanced at the titan and asked, ”Do you know who started this war?”

”Olympus...?”

”No,” Arvidal replied. ”Weʼre being used. Even our gods have become pawns in this war. The one who freed us all—the Ruler of Gluttony—is the true source of this chaos.”

Arvidal closed his eyes.

Outside, the ground trembled, and the air boiled with overwhelming energy.

He could feel the clash of powerful experts even from here. There was nothing he could do to stop them—he was merely a Fourth Shackle Realm expert. While that level of strength might be considered impressive elsewhere, here in Olympus, it was only mid-tier.

Bang!!

The door burst open as several massive figures stepped into the room. Each one had reddish skin, bald heads, and glowing red eyes.

”Arvidal! Come with us. Now!” one of the giants ordered, his tone firm and commanding.

”You may be here,” Arvidal said calmly, ”but Iʼm not going with you.”

”Wha—?” the titan beside him gasped, stunned by his defiance.

Arvidal raised his hand and snapped his fingers. His energy surged as glowing runes ignited across the floor. A massive formation spread throughout the room, extending upward and beyond.

Bang!!

The ceiling shattered as a field of lightning burst forth, lashing out at the giants.

”What are you doing, Arvidal?! Are you trying to break the deal?!” one of the giants roared in fury.

He reached out—but lightning struck him violently, halting his advance.

”I never agreed to anything,” Arvidal replied coldly.

The entire area was now covered in runes, the air humming with raw energy. The formation had taken hold. The giants could no longer approach him so easily.

The commotion quickly drew the attention of other titans. Powerful figures, who had been nearby, descended, their eyes fixed on Arvidalʼs formation from above.

”Arvidal! What are you trying to do in the middle of a war? Canʼt you see theyʼre attacking us?!” one of the titans shouted.

Arvidal turned his gaze outward and saw warriors clashing with titans. Battles raged in every direction.

”Since you refuse to cooperate, weʼll handle this by force! Donʼt think your formation or runes can protect you!” one of the titans bellowed as he descended toward Arvidal.

Despite the strength of his runes and formation, Arvidal was still only at the Fourth Shackle Realm. His power was limited, and even the mightiest of runes would falter under such overwhelming force.

Arvidal stood alone at the heart of his formation, surrounded by giants and titans. The air crackled with tension, yet he wore his usual calm expression, as if he believed nothing could harm him.

And, in that moment, he was right.

Swoosh!!

”So, here you are, Arvidal...”

A voice echoed through the air.

The giants and titans turned in unison, their gazes shifting toward the ground. Three figures stood, observing the half-destroyed mansion. Arvidalʼs form was visible beneath the rubble.

The three figures were Souta, Alice, and Vashno.

The commotion caused by Arvidalʼs formation couldnʼt escape Soutaʼs notice. Naturally, he had to investigate whether Arvidal was here.

And he was right.

Soutaʼs gaze locked onto Arvidal, and he spoke with steady authority, ”Arvidal, right? Weʼre here. Your escort has arrived, so come with us now.”

His words sent shockwaves through the titans nearby. They turned in disbelief, eyes fixed on Arvidal.

”What…?!”

”Arvidal!! How could you do this?!”

”Youʼve betrayed us and are working with the enemy!!”

In mere moments, the titansʼ anger erupted. The realization hit them hard—Arvidal had turned against them, colluding with their enemies.

Arvidal closed his eyes for a moment, gathering his thoughts before reopening them. He turned his gaze to his fellow titans and spoke in a quiet, yet firm tone, ”Weʼre doomed. We canʼt continue to live by enslaving other races. We must evolve. In the grand scheme of things, we titans are nothing more than pawns used to hold Olympus back.”

”You! Traitor!!” One of the titans roared, his fury boiling over. He threw a massive punch at Arvidal.

The punch struck the formation, meeting an unexpected resistance. For a brief moment, the formation held—but it didnʼt last. The energy shattered, breaking apart into countless fragments, leaving the titans even more enraged.

Bang!!

The titan was forced back slightly, but now that the formation had shattered, he threw another punch with even greater force.

At the same time, Souta moved, followed closely by Alice and Vashno. In the blink of an eye, the three of them vanished from their positions.

A massive wall of blood surged forward, appearing between Arvidal and the titan. The blood barrier held momentarily, blocking the punch and buying Souta a brief moment.

As soon as Souta arrived, he drew the vajra sword in a fluid motion and unleashed an energy blade.

[Crimson Moon]!!

Bang!!

The explosion rocked the area, smoke billowing and obscuring everything in its wake.

The other titans finally reacted, unleashing their energy with a force that made the air vibrate. The smoke was blown away, revealing Souta, Alice, and Vashno standing beside Arvidal.

Souta glanced up at Arvidalʼs towering figure and smirked. ”Man, youʼre huge. Leave this to us. My comrades here will guide you—Iʼll handle the rest.”

”You have my thanks,” Arvidal said, giving a slight nod of his head.

Souta waved his hand dismissively, a grin spreading across his face. He then shifted his focus to the titans, whose fury was palpable. His gaze lingered on the Mad Giants, calculating their next move.

”Giants...? Well, I suppose itʼs time for them to join the fray. It canʼt be helped,” Souta said with a grin. ”Iʼll have all of you accompany me for a while.”

He raised his hand, and countless droplets of blood began to float in the air, shimmering with dangerous intent.