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Mist Forest, the boundary between the outskirts and the core.
Once the entrance to the Petrified Lizard Nest.
The "Oathkeeper Blackwood" squad meticulously examined the traces around, preparing for venturing deeper into the cave.
Compared to before, the entire team appeared significantly more disheveled.
You could see traces left by the drying mud on their boots, armor, hair, and even their cheeks.
Obviously, the strength of that "Armored Monster" had surpassed what they could handle.
Fortunately, just as the battle was reaching a fever pitch, for some unknown reason, the opponent suddenly retreated, preserving the team's combat effectiveness.
The only one injured was the Dwarf Solting, who, after performing a taunt combat skill, was smashed into the depths of the mud.
However, the race's unique stocky build and the soft, viscous mud underfoot reduced the damage to some extent.
