Ashen cautiously moved through the dense forest, his senses heightened as he navigated the treacherous terrain. The Voidrend Dragon was somewhere in the vicinity, but Ashen had no intention of engaging it. His goal was clear: avoid the dragon and find a suitable hunting ground to grind experience and grow stronger.
After several minutes of careful exploration, Ashen emerged into a clearing surrounded by towering ancient trees. The air was thick with the energy of the creatures that inhabited the area—a perfect place to test his abilities and gain the experience he needed.
He scanned the clearing and quickly identified his targets: a group of towering stone-skinned beasts with fiery eyes and a menacing aura. They were the perfect challenge—powerful enough to be worth the effort, but not so overwhelming that he couldn't handle them.
