As Xanali felt the power of the Nagaland artifact surging through her veins, she focused her will and channeled it into the runes etched onto her armor. A blinding flash of emerald light erupted from the armor, and a long sword materialized in Xanali's hand.

The sword was crafted from a rare, deep green metal that seemed to radiate an otherworldly power. The hilt was decorated with snake patterns that seemed to writhe and move in the light, while the blade glimmered with an eerie emerald sheen. Gaya knew exactly what it was: the Sword of Nagaland, a weapon meant for only the reigning Queen of Nagaland.

Her fury grew as she realized that Xanali, a mere princess, had been granted such a powerful artifact by her father's foolishness. Gaya's eyes narrowed as she prepared to face Xanali and the Sword of Nagaland.

Xanali's eyes blazed with determination as she dashed towards Gaya, her metal wings propelling her forward with incredible speed. The sound of her sword cutting through the air was like a siren, warning Gaya of the imminent danger. Gaya raised her crimson-red sword in anticipation, ready to meet Xanali's attack head-on. The two swords clashed with a deafening sound, sending shockwaves through the air and causing cracks to form in nearby buildings. The force of the impact was so great that it made the ground shake beneath their feet. The sparks flew as the two swords continued to collide with each other, each woman determined to prove her superiority over the other.

The clash between Gaya and Xanali intensified as sparks flew from their swords, illuminating the night sky. Gaya's crimson-red sword glinted menacingly as she twirled it effortlessly in her hand while her other hand gripped the bow with expert precision. The onlookers gasped in awe as they watched Gaya wield both weapons with deadly accuracy.

Gaya's movements were swift and fluid as she blocked Xanali's attacks with her sword and simultaneously launched a barrage of arrows at her opponent. The arrows moved with a life of their own, guided by Gaya's energy as they homed in on Xanali.

Xanali, however, was not easily defeated. She expertly deflected Gaya's arrows with her sword and closed in on Gaya with lightning-fast movements. The two clashed once again, their swords ringing out as they struck against each other.

Gaya's swordplay was as fluid and graceful as a dancer's movements. She expertly deflected Xanali's sword strikes with her own crimson-red sword, which glinted dangerously in the sky. Even with the added weight of the bow in her other hand, Gaya showed no signs of slowing down or faltering.

In a split second, Gaya switched from deflecting Xanali's sword to raising her bow and firing off arrows through the use of her energy. Her movements were so smooth and swift that it seemed like the sword and bow were natural extensions of her body. With each arrow she fired, Gaya used her energy to guide its trajectory, making sure it hit its intended target with deadly precision.

The arrows flew through the air like streaks of light, whistling past Xanali and forcing her to dodge and weave. But despite the relentless barrage of arrows, Xanali remained determined and focused, her eyes locked on Gaya as she continued to press the attack. The sound of metal clashing and arrows whizzing through the air echoed through the battlefield as the two women engaged in a fierce and deadly dance of blades and arrows.

As the battle between Gaya and Xanali raged on, the sky above them grew even more ominous as if reflecting the violent conflict unfolding below. The clouds turned a deep shade of grey, thunder roared in the distance, and lightning lit up the sky in bright flashes. The storm raged on, the winds howling like the cries of the dying. The rain was coming down in sheets, drenching the two sisters as they fought in the air. The raindrops were heavy and cold, making it harder for them to fly, but they continued to clash swords and arrows amidst the downpour. The storm was a fitting backdrop for the fierce battle that was tearing apart the castle, the flashes of lightning illuminating the destruction and adding to the drama of the fight.

The sky above was covered with dark and ominous clouds as flashes of lightning lit up the battlefield below. Xanali and Gaya were suspended in the air, locked in a deadly dance with their swords. The clash of metal echoed throughout the ruined city, adding to the chaos and destruction that surrounded them.

Gaya's eyes burned with fury as she glared at Xanali, her crimson-red sword poised to strike. Xanali's emerald sword glowed with an otherworldly light, and her metal wings shimmered in the stormy sky.

"Look around you," Gaya spat, her voice barely audible over the howling winds. "All this death and destruction is because you didn't let me through the barrier. You could have saved them, Xanali. But you chose to protect that coward instead,"

Xanali's expression hardened, and she lunged forward, sword aimed at Gaya's chest. The two swords clashed once more, the impact sending shockwaves throughout the air. The energy emanating from their weapons illuminated the dark sky, casting an eerie glow over the carnage below.

Gaya attacked Xanali with her sword and a barrage of arrows at the same time, the sound of metal clashing with metal and the whistling of arrows filling the air. But Xanali's armor was able to withstand Gaya's attacks, protecting her from any fatal wounds. Without the armor, Xanali would have been struck down by Gaya's relentless assault.

Despite the power of the armor, it was clear that Gaya had the upper hand in the battle. Her attacks were swift and precise, and her control over the arrows was impressive. Xanali was barely holding her own, parrying Gaya's sword strikes and dodging the arrows with all her might.

The stormy sky grew darker as they continued to fight, and thunder rumbled in the distance. The wind picked up, making it difficult for the two sisters to maintain their balance in the air. But they pushed on, their determination to defeat the other never wavering.

Gaya's eyes blazed with fury as she spoke, her sword locked in a fierce clash with Xanali's. "You are making a grave mistake by standing in my way, Xanali," she spat out through gritted teeth. "If he comes here, you won't have anything left to rule."

Her words hung heavy in the air as Xanali braced herself for the next wave of attacks. The dark storm raged on, lightning illuminating the sky with flashes of blinding light. With a sudden surge of energy, Gaya broke away from the clash and leaped backward, drawing her bow with a swift motion.

Xanali's eyes widened as she saw the barrage of arrows hurtling toward her at breakneck speed. She brought up her sword to deflect them, but Gaya was not done yet. With a flick of her wrist, Gaya unleashed a series of powerful energy blasts that streaked toward Xanali, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake.

But Xanali was not defenseless. The armor Castien had gifted her glowed with a bright green light as it absorbed the brunt of the attacks. Xanali felt the shockwaves reverberate through her body, but she stood firm. Without the armor, she would have been no match for Gaya's onslaught.

Xanali gritted her teeth as she clashed swords with Gaya in the midst of a fierce storm. "We will stop you and the Dark Lord," she declared, determination etched on her face. Suddenly, Xanali surged forward, delivering a powerful punch with the hilt of her sword that landed squarely on Gaya's face. Blood sprayed from Gaya's mouth, but instead of faltering, she cackled maniacally, revealing blood-stained teeth. In response, Gaya conjured a giant arrow with a wave of her hand and let it fly at Xanali, causing a deafening explosion that sent Xanali hurtling into the air.

Despite their injuries and the bloodshed, the two sisters fought on with unyielding ferocity, refusing to back down. As the battle intensified, Gaya and Xanali began to cast spells at each other. Gaya chanted a spell and summoned a giant serpent made of black poisonous mist. The serpent lunged at Xanali, who responded by casting a spell of her own. She conjured a wave of green poison that took the form of a giant cobra, and the two serpents clashed in the air.

The clash created a massive shockwave that shook the ground and sent debris flying in all directions. The sky turned a sickly green hue as if the clouds were made of poison. Gaya's serpent lashed out with its tail, but Xanali's cobra dodged and countered by sinking its fangs into the serpent's body. Gaya responded by unleashing a barrage of poison-tipped arrows, but Xanali used her sword to deflect them.

The arrows hit the ground and caused small explosions, leaving behind craters of poisoned earth. Xanali retaliated with a spell that summoned a swarm of smaller serpents made of green mist. The serpents slithered toward Gaya, but she used her bow to shoot them down one by one.

The battle between the two sisters raged on, and the sky and the ground continued to bear the scars of their magical combat. The Nagaland soldiers and guardians below watched in awe and horror as the two Nagas fought with all their might.

The battle between Gaya and Xanali continued with ferocity as they unleashed a barrage of spells and attacks on each other. The sky turned dark as clouds of green and crimson poison hung in the air, causing anyone who breathed it to choke and cough uncontrollably. Gaya conjured a massive serpent made of green poison that slithered towards Xanali, its fangs dripping with deadly venom. Xanali responded by summoning a swarm of smaller serpents made of crimson poison that swarmed around Gaya, biting and tearing at her skin.

Gaya retaliated by calling forth a gust of wind that sent Xanali flying backward, crashing into the ground with a sickening thud. Xanali quickly got back on her feet and unleashed a flurry of punches and kicks, each one fueled by the strength of the emerald armor.

Gaya parried each blow with her sword and countered with her own attacks, striking Xanali with swift and precise strikes that left bloody gashes on her skin. Xanali gritted her teeth and fought back with renewed vigor, her attacks growing more brutal and savage with each passing moment.

The two Nagas fought with such intensity that the ground beneath them began to crack and split, and the sky above them split open with flashes of lightning and thunder.

As they continued to fight, the air around them grew thick with the stench of blood and poison, and the ground beneath them was soaked in a mixture of blood and poison. Despite the exhaustion and injuries, neither of them gave an inch, each determined to emerge victorious. The battle raged on, with no end in sight as both Gaya and Xanali fought with all their might, their bodies battered and broken, but their spirits unbroken. The only thing that could be heard was the sound of metal clashing against metal and the grunts of pain as each blow landed.

Finally, with a scream of fury, they launched themselves at each other, their weapons meeting in a shower of sparks. And with that, the battle between the two sisters continued, with no end in sight.

"STOP!" Suddenly, a dominant voice echoed through the sky as Gaya and Xanali both froze in their tracks. The voice was familiar yet commanding, and it was enough to halt their violent clash. Xanali looked relieved, while Gaya's fists clenched in anger.

Slowly turning around, Gaya saw Castien, Xanali's father, standing tall and proud in his regal attire. Despite the tension in the air, Castien exuded an air of calm authority. He was neither too thin nor muscular, and his green hair was neatly styled. His beard was stubble, and his eyes resembled those of a snake, befitting his status as the King of Nagaland.

Gaya's heart raced as she faced the man who she thought of as her father until she learned the truth. She couldn't shake off the realization that he was not her real father. Nevertheless, she tried to hide her inner turmoil and stood her ground as Castien approached them. Castien was dressed in regal robes of emerald green, adorned with golden threads and intricate snake patterns. The robes fluttered in the wind, billowing out behind him like the wings of a mighty serpent.

"Enough," Castien said, his voice firm yet gentle. "I won't have my daughters fighting each other,"

As Castien's voice echoed through the sky, the battle below continued to rage on. The thundering clash of swords, the whistling of arrows, and the roar of magic spells filled the air, creating a deafening chaos. The ground trembled under the feet of the fighters, and the dark clouds above seemed to reflect the darkness and despair of the situation.

Amidst all the chaos, only Gaya and Xanali stopped fighting, both still hovering in mid-air, their eyes locked on each other. The tension between them was palpable, and it seemed as if the slightest movement from either of them could trigger a renewed attack. Around them, the battle continued to rage on, with the guardians and Nagaland soldiers fighting desperately against the undead and vampires. Blood flowed freely on the ground, and the stench of death filled the air.

Despite Castien's sudden appearance, the fighting continued, for everyone knew that even a momentary distraction could cost them their lives. The guardians and Nagaland soldiers fought with renewed vigor, their determination to protect their kingdom and people shining through in their every move.

In the midst of all this, Gaya and Xanali remained locked in a tense standoff, their swords at the ready. The air between them crackled with energy, and it seemed as if the slightest misstep could trigger a deadly attack.

As soon as Gaya heard Castien's voice, her heart sank. She had not seen her father for three years, ever since he disowned her and broke her meridians. At first, she was shocked to see him on the battlefield, but then anger filled her heart. How dare he show up here after what he had done to her?

Castien, on the other hand, felt a mix of emotions when he saw Gaya. He was surprised to see her fighting on the battlefield, and it had been three years since he had last seen her. However, he could see the rage in her eyes, and he knew that she was still angry with him.

Gaya watched her father approach, her fists clenched. She felt a mix of emotions, from anger to sadness to betrayal. She wanted to scream at him, to demand an explanation for what he had done to her. But she held herself back, not wanting to show any weakness in front of him.

Castien stopped in front of Gaya, looking down at her with a mix of regret and sorrow. "Gaya, my daughter," he said softly. "I never meant to hurt you."

Gaya snorted, her eyes flashing with anger. "You disowned me, Castien," she spat. "You broke my meridians and threw me out of my own castle. How could you say that you never meant to hurt me?"

Gaya felt a pang of sadness in her heart. She had always longed for her father's love, but now that he was standing in front of her, she didn't know what to do.

Looking at Gaya, Castien's emotions were a mixture of surprise, shock, and concern.

"Gaya, stop this madness. You have fallen to the dark side. Listen to your father,"

Gaya glared at him with anger and said, "Father?" She snickered,

"You betrayed me and threw me out of my own castle. You chose Xanali over me for Salesi and her offspring,"

Castien's expression turned sad, but he still defended his actions, "I did what I thought was best for Nagaland. Xanali is a capable leader, and I love her and Salesi."

Gaya scoffed at his response and retorted, "Love? You call what you did to me and our kingdom love? You broke my meridians and threw me in prison while selling off our assets to feed the prisoners. You are no king. You are a coward."

Castien looked pained by her words, but he still stood his ground. "I stand by my decisions, Gaya. I will always love you, but I won't apologize for doing what I thought was right for our people,"

Gaya snarled at him and raised her sword, "I don't give a fuck about you or your love anymore. All I care about is that monkey and Noah hiding inside the castle, and I won't let anyone, not even you or Xanali, stand in my way."

With that, Gaya lunged at Castien, ready to strike him down. But before she could make contact, Xanali intercepted her, and they resumed their battle in the sky. Castien watched them, his expression heavy with regret and sadness, as he realized the deep rift that had formed between him and his daughter.