As the creature's aura intensified and its form shifted, the air around it crackled with dark energy. It seemed to grow in size and strength, the tentacles from before appearing again, this time tens of them that came from all over its body, elongating and becoming thicker.
The creature now stood at about 6 meters tall while standing on six legs, its eyes glowing with a malevolent light. The ground trembled beneath its feet as it let out a deafening roar, signaling its newfound aggression.
Reign and Shadow braced themselves, their previous confidence now tinged with caution. They knew they were facing a much more formidable foe, one that was no longer holding back. The rest of the group prepared themselves as well, readying their weapons and abilities for the coming onslaught.