There is a reason I tend to take Marcone for a spin when I write.

Better a monster that knows, "I'm a monster, and I destroy other monsters." than a Nice Guy with a train of collateral damage widening with every step.

Drop one on the other, you've got a slash sandwich. Garnish with relieved characters who can get back to the plot.

Author might want to look at where his characters are wagging him. He did start this on a double dog dare.

"Is it necromancy if it's yourself you raise?"