She has only the mage's word on that front, but it will have to do. Cassandra nods, shifting her stance to allow Greta a clear shot as she positions herself for battle.

But her aim is as good as her word. The lightning strikes true, melting the ice and then burning the beast, and Cassandra is ready, following the spell with swift blows while the bear is still stunned. It roars in pain and rage, stumbling blindly as its fur burns to ash, and Cassandra dodges it with deft feet, raising her shield up to protect herself.

"Once more!" she calls over her shoulder. "Once more and we will have it!" Or at least, once more and it should be confused and weakened enough that Cassandra can deliver the killing blow.