It's clear, the Alpha was far stronger than the Ogre Chief they had faced weeks ago.
Its sheer presence alone warped the air around it, like a storm compressed into a living shape. Each step it took made the ground shudder, its claws cutting through the magical roots that tried to bind it.
'What a powerful magical resistance!'
Despite Essel's rooting spell, the golden vines barely lasted a second before snapping apart with a deafening crack. The shimmering threads of magic disintegrated in a burst of light, scattering dust and leaves into the air.
Essel bit her lip, already channeling another spell.
Her fingers glowed with faint runes as she changed her stance, eyes darting across the terrain for better positioning."Be careful! It has high control resistance!" she shouted, her voice tight with urgency.
Alyssa stepped forward without hesitation.
