The tree hit the barrier, and it rolled over there and crashed to the ground with a resounding impact, causing the earth to tremble and the surrounding area to shake. Its branches thrashed about, splintering into shards that scattered in all directions. The force of the impact sent shock waves rippling through the ground, causing a wave of dust and debris to billow into the air.
Richard and the knights halted the horse. They became disoriented and momentarily blinded by the swirling dust as they struggled to regain their footing. Coughing and sputtering, they tried to assess the situation amidst the chaos. Some sustained minor injuries, their bodies grazed by flying fragments, while others felt the gusts of wind caused by the tree's descent.
