Hiding in the darkness, toying with its prey was the most exciting thing for Lycen. He took pride in his blood art that allowed him to become invisible under darkness. Waiting stealthily for the perfect moment, scaring its target and then killing it had become a routine. Just like every night tonight was no different for him.Seeing the duo trying to locate his presence while staying on toes Lycen smiled.
*Grrr Making noises and distracting them, like that it continued playing with them for 5 minutes.
Sam and Cain were in pinch, not knowing what to do, an invisible enemy was out of Cain's prediction. This quest was recommended by Seagull who thought that this will be good experience for Sam. But things have taken worse course.
"Sam, stay close to me, pay attention to any sound".
*Thud
Lycen attacked Cain from behind but Cain's instinct helped him parry the attack. He was going for a counter but Lycen disappeared again in darkness. This exchange went on for few minutes but Cain was starting to get tired from the stress. His breathing increased with passing minute.
*Fuu taking a deep breath he calmed down and ordered Sam to execute Aura slash randomly.
Sam immediately perform two moves and was getting ready for a third one when the scenery behind Sam vibrated for a split second.
"Sam duck" shouting it Cain performed his Earth shattering strike move. *Boom The attack hit something hard and the cover of Lycen was exposed for a few seconds. Taking this chance Sam also attacked with Aura Slash injuring Lycen just a little on its hindleg.
[That bastard using blood arts is the most annoying. I can't detect it]
'Blood Arts? What is it's
[Blood Arts are unique to monster kind and defines their characteristic attacks. He is most likely using Dark Haze.]
Listening to all the explanation Sam wondered how many techniques existed out there.
Blowing smoke bomb Cain covered both of them in smoke and placed flash bomb as a trap.To beat an invisible enemy traps were the most effective method. Then he used a scent erasing potion to remove their scent. Channeling his energy to heighten his senses Cain took a stance Sam had not seen before.
"Meteor Destroying Strike" and boom, something happened but it was difficult to see in the smoke. As the smoke died down the result became clear, the strike had cracked the enchantment hiding Lycen and now it was visible barely.
With all his might Cain striked Lycen but it defended by jumping sideways. The battle was intense and after exchanging many rounds of attack they both were wounded heavily. Sam who was watching all this couldn't help but frustrate over his powerlessness.
[Do not jump in kid or you will be the first to die. Keep being rational and everything will be okay]
Even though Sei said this, he himself couldn't help but be concerned over the situation. That much deadly the opponent was. The fight was reaching climax and Cain knew he had only little power left before he will pass out from blood loss. His only choice left was to use the trap.
Gesturing Sam to run towards the bomb Cain himself acted to pass out and fall on the ground. Thinking that Cain is unable to fight Lycen's attention went to the fleeing Sam and it started chasing him.
[Turn right]
Lycen shot a mana beam to stop Sam but Sei had already warned Sam.
[Run with all your might. I am watching for attack from behind]
Getting his partner's help Sam ran towards the bomb and stopped. Seeing him stopped, Lycen leapt forward to crush him under his jaws but the Lycen had already fell for the trap.
Throwing the flash bomb in the face of Lycen Sam activated the trigger and covered his ears and crouched on the floor. The bomb went with a bang disorienting Lycen. Cain jumped from its behind and pushed his sword through Lycen's neck killing it. With a silent whimper the Lycen fell to the ground, now lifeless.
It all came to an end after a long struggle and both sat on the ground.