The trolls had encountered countless prey before. Oftentimes, even worthy opponents. They were oblivious to the nature of creatures evolving their bloodlines. They had seen it, yes, and even experienced it themselves. All powerful creatures had.
Evolution and transformation were two different things entirely.
Evolution was gradual strength obtained through bloodshed and the nourishment of powerful adversaries. The more powerful the bloodline, the more potent the nourishment, the more extreme the evolution would be. It was for this reason their tribe and the tribes of other species normally held one leader.
Humans, dwarves, elves, and demons were no different.
Yet, witnessing three consecutive transformations that bypassed the need for evolution felt as if these creatures were breaking the rules.
