Volume 3: The Final Showdown With the supernatural war reaching its peak, Ekkel led the remaining vampires of XCO in a last desperate effort against Maryial. However, even with courage and determination, Maryial proved unbeatable, defeating all of XCO's vampires with overwhelming power. The inevitable confrontation between Ekkel and Maryial finally unfolded, and Ekkel faced his brother bravely, but soon found himself facing the Maryial's overwhelming strength. With a single movement, Maryial delivered a devastating blow that ripped off Ekkel's arm, leaving him injured and weakened. Searing pain and despair overcame Ekkel, who, with the clarity of a shaken leader, ordered the few remaining vampires of XCO to retreat. He knew that facing Maryial was a losing battle, since his brother had proven himself superior in every aspect. With a look of hopelessness and resolve, Ekkel recognized the impossibility of defeating Maryial at that moment. He sacrificed his pride for the survival of his community, ordering the vampires to retreat from XCO, as he knew they stood no chance against Maryial's immeasurable power.

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