Mirena, Frank, Roman, Clasius, and Amara couldn't help but widen their eyes and clench their fists as they heard Vlad's words.
The power of the Depravitas was already well-known throughout the Xaos Kingdom. These were beings capable of transcending their rank in battle, wielding unique and often fearsome abilities. Their regenerative powers alone were legendary—True Depravitas could survive even having their hearts pierced, regrowing vital organs at a speed visible to the naked eye.
But as the Royal Guard absorbed the idea of undergoing such a transformation, their minds drifted to the memory of the Lords of Horror.
Those warriors had once been hailed as living weapons, battle-hardened masters, and heroes of the Leviathan War. Their images had been carved into monuments, revered by every man, woman, and child in the kingdom. Yet, the cost of their transformation had been steep.
