Abel could still remember that sharp glint of light that was present in Breeze's eyes from their first encounter. That light that hinted at a sharp intelligence that could rival that of humans. Breeze was able to command dozens of weaker gnolls, and even outsmart multiple humans through clever ploys. In fact, Abel had even fallen victim to that intelligence himself!
One thing Abel could not begin to imagine was how these beasts got the level of intelligence that they possessed. Was it their age? Or maybe some strange mutations caused by the Tower to allow them to be able to pose more of a challenge to humans?
Whatever it was, Abel could think about it later. Right now, he needed to get his hands on that orb of silver light.
