Dante looked at the ground, then at his claw...
"I hate to admit it, but Vylor's right. Virgil won't do anything unless it's timed perfectly. We need to be strong enough to beat them if we're gonna go for it..."
Dante conceded, worry and fear in his voice...
"Don't worry Dante. They'll be safe. I Promise. I have a gift for you to use."
Arius placed a glowing red stone pendant around Dante's neck. The stone was set into a delicately-carved metal amulet, and seemed to dance with some internal fire.
"It was found next to you when you were born. I kept it until you were ready, and now... you are. Try to use your transformation again..."
Arius said, urging Dante on...