Hoshi called Seraphiel to her side, still in archangel form. His cross and her sword parried off the tendril, however the both of them were pushed back a bit from the impact.

She knew just being on the defensive wasn't going to do much, and if they wanted to stop this, they had to get offensive and quick.

"Seraphiel, protect Philip and Shoutarou. I'll be fine," she told her holy beast who gave her a silent nod and went with the both of them to provide them cover. She went over to Knight and stood by his side, her sword gripped tightly.

"What do you say to combining an attack?" Hoshi asked, ready for what was going to come next.