Shattering Skies

Shattering Skies is a Raid Event scheduled to start on August 1, 2018 at 8:00 PM (PST) and end on August 7, 2018 at 8:00 PM (PST). It is the fifty seventh episode of the Dark Stigma story and twenty ninth in the Malice Canon storyline.

Half-time Reward Calculation Period is at August 3, 2018 from 8:00 PM to 8:59 PM (PST).

Feature Changes
PWR 31 as Highest Ranking Reward.

Raid Bosses Skill Cards

 * Balloon Priestess Granet (UR) Anti-Raid Boss Skill Card, obtained from the Oath of Survival Card Pack
 * Skylion Knight Valdez (UR) Anti-Hidden Raid Boss Skill Card, obtained from the Oath of Survival Card Pack
 * Air Commander McDean (UR) Anti-Secret Raid Boss Skill Card, obtained from the Oath of Survival Card Pack
 * Thoughtful Milatiel (UR) Special Evolution Card, Skill works against all Raid Bosses of the event, obtained from the Master of Fate Card Pack

Prologue
"The ship is crossing into the airspace of Zenald, Hero! We should be completely safe here."

Elimval was in high spirits as she gazed at the floating islands through the window. The airborne archipelago was the Principality of Zenald, boasting some of the world's most breathtaking vistas.

You were returning the casket of King Navani to Kashwado by air. Since you would be conspicuous regardless of how you traveled, it seemed to be the safest option; the sheer openness of the skies allowed for more maneuverability compared to the flat ground. It was important to take every precaution until all trace of The Soul Armor's curse was dispelled. Fighting a single warrior wearing that evil armor was difficult enough. Facing an entire army of them was too terrifying to imagine.

Fortunately, this was the final remnant of the rogue minister's mad scheme. After reclaiming King Navani's coffin from the bottom of the ocean, you were on the cusp of resolving the matter. Furthermore, your flight passed through the sanctified Milatiel's Sanctuary of Zenald, which shut out everything with dark intent. It was created when the archangel Milatiel granted her blessing to the principality, shielding it from the roving sky demons long ago. Its strength had not waned over the ages, so only on rare occasions did conflict occur within its bounds.

"Oh, look! Do you see that down there? It's Zenald's Flying Brigade."

Of course you had noticed them. They were difficult to ignore, for they were led by a knight on a winged black lion. Even without the protection of Milatiel's Sanctuary, they had sworn never to let harm befall their homeland.

You were grateful once more of Zenald's historic friendship with Kashwado. When they heard of your mission, they unsparingly agreed to escort your ship. It was impossible to obtain better security.

"And not just them, but a priestess from Zenald is also following us in her floating temple to pray over our voyage. I heard she often joins the brigade into battle for the same purpose, so she must be very brave."

Elimval turned her attention from the brightly decorated hot air balloon to the massive shadows above.

"And then there's Zenald's fleet of battleships keeping watch from the upper altitude! We're covered from nearly every direction!"

You nodded with a smile. And to complete the casket's protection, Salvador, Saoirse, and Rooney were guarding the ship's hold in case there was a spy onboard.

"We have nothing to worry about. I know you must be tired, so if you want to take a nap, feel fr- Eeek!"

Elimval was interrupted when the ship suddenly lurched to the side, followed by a roar of thunder. When you looked back outside, a throng of winged demons could be seen closing in.

"Wh-what's going on? I thought this area was safe!"

Elimval clung to you to keep her balance. Before you could offer a guess, Salvador kicked open the cabin door.

"C'mon, we're evacuatin'! This ship's goin' down so the Flying Brigade'll take us to Zenald!"

"What happened, Salvador? Is the casket okay? Where are Rooney and Saoirse?"

"They're helpin' get the rest of the passengers off this bird! Hurry, the lookout saw Lightholders tailin' those demons so we need to become scarce before they board us!"

Hearing the news, you immediately picked up Elimval and dropped her onto the back of a pegasus waiting below the window. However, before you could follow her, Salvador grabbed you by the shoulder. His expression was grim.

"That jolt knocked open the lid and some of that purple smoke got out. I tried to warn Rooney, but it was too late. She's been cursed, armor and all."

The ship continued its long plunge downward, as interminable as the familiar descent into darkness...