By "Level Four," the Crown began imposing limitations directly on my illusionary form. My dominant arm responded sluggishly, my vision blurred at critical moments, and my mana pathways constricted, limiting spell options. These weren't external challenges but simulated disabilities I needed to overcome through adaptation and technique.
I switched my sword to my off-hand, modified spell castings to require minimal mana, and relied on Soul Vision to compensate for sensory impairment. Throughout these adjustments, I maintained the core principles of Tempest Dance, preserving momentum despite changing circumstances.
"Level Five" attacked my mind directly. The Crown created cognitive interference - memory gaps, sensory confusion, emotional triggers designed to break concentration. The boundary between the illusion and my own thoughts blurred, making it difficult to distinguish between external challenges and internal reactions.
