The Dugbog suddenly sent multiple thick vines directly toward Moon, targeting him specifically. The beast had attacked at the perfect moment—Moon had just released an explosive fireball to intercept wooden spikes threatening one of the warriors, leaving him temporarily vulnerable with his guard down.
The Dugbog was intelligent enough to recognize the weak link in the group. Unlike Kael and the established team members, Moon was a stranger who wasn't as protected by coordinated defenses. Eliminating him would reduce the group's offensive pressure and create an opening for the beast to break through entirely.
Moon wasn't able to form another fireball in time to intercept the approaching vines.
I can't take that hit directly. I should use my—
Fortunately, before Moon had to resort to extreme measures to escape the attack, Kael sent a devastatingly powerful fireball that incinerated most of the incoming vines instantly.
BOOM!
