On the edge of a steep cliff lies the nest of the Salamander monster. The creature slumbers within, while atop the cliff, Ronan prepares himself.
Ronan scans his surroundings, seeking the best way to utilize the terrain in his efforts to defeat the monster. He knows that the creature must be destroyed as it poses a threat to the workers in the area. This is why Takeru has issued orders to hunt down the monster on a large scale, although some of them might be docile and currently under the research of the head researcher, Noah.
Ronan's plan is to collapse the fragile earth at the edge of the cliff, enticing the Salamander to the location, then immediately burying it with the soil debris to immobilize it.
With caution, Ronan begins to execute his plan, ensuring each step is well-coordinated. He knows that even small mistakes could have fatal consequences when facing a monster as large as the Salamander.
On the steep cliff's edge lies the nest of the Salamander monster. The creature sleeps within, while above, Ronan prepares to act.
Quickly, Ronan surveys his surroundings, seeking the best opportunity to strike. He spots some loose rocks nearby, deciding they could serve as a tool to lure the monster into his trap.
Without hesitation, Ronan starts to move, positioning himself near the rocks. With swift and agile movements, he places himself strategically, ready to launch his attack.
As the Salamander awakens from its slumber and emerges from its nest, Ronan decisively takes action. With fervent determination, he hurls large rocks towards the creature, creating a thunderous sound echoing throughout the valley.
The monster is startled and enraged, leaping out of its nest with swift and ferocious movements. Ronan wastes no time. With agility, he retrieves his trusty weapon, the Barrett REC7, and fires explosive iron projectiles from the rifle's muzzle, aiming with deadly precision.
With a thunderous roar, bullet after bullet flies towards the Salamander, striking it with tremendous force. Although not injured, the monster is shocked by the explosions and staggers backward.
Ronan is slightly surprised as his regular bullets merely bounce off. 'It's because of its scales that my bullets bounce off so easily,' he quickly assesses the situation.
However, the Salamander does not give up easily. With peak rage, the creature launches a fierce counterattack, spewing fire viciously. Ronan swiftly dodges the attack, utilizing his extraordinary speed and agility, supported by the advanced technology in his Alkerasi Boots.
As the Salamander rampages, Ronan seizes the opportunity to throw a flashbang in front of its eyes, momentarily blinding the monster. With cunning, Ronan attacks the Salamander's weak spot unprotected by its scales.
'Because if everything is covered in scales, this lizard won't be able to move,' he thinks to himself with a thin smile.
A fierce battle erupts between Ronan and the Salamander. They exchange blows, showcasing their bravery and intelligence in the dangerous fight.
However, with his courage and intelligence, Ronan manages to overcome the Salamander. With a final attack from his plasma pistol, he successfully knocks the monster into the trap he prepared earlier.
With labored breaths and his body lightly wounded, Ronan feels relieved. Thanks to the Exoskeleton MK 01 uniform protecting him, he manages to avoid fatal injuries from the Salamander's fierce attacks.
It doesn't take long for Ronan to recover. With strong determination, he descends into the Salamander's nest to explore its contents and search for samples that could assist Noah's research. Supported by the high-tech features in his boots, Ronan easily navigates the difficult terrain. With a spirited heart, he is ready to face whatever challenges may lie ahead.
As Ronan enters the Salamander's nest, his eyes fixate on two eggs in the midst. One egg has already hatched, while the other remains intact. Ronan feels the warmth from the hatched egg as he touches it, his mind immediately focusing on the discovery that would delight Noah.
Without hesitation, Ronan promptly contacts the expedition team at the camp, located about 10 kilometers from the site. However, their journey to the nest will take about an hour due to the impassable terrain for vehicles, forcing them to travel on foot.
While awaiting the team's arrival, Ronan glances at another intact egg. With caution, he approaches the eggshell remnants, preparing to find out what lies inside. When he gets close, Ronan leans in to take a closer look. However, with relief, he realizes that the egg is empty, devoid of any contents.
Ronan's face beams with relief upon seeing the empty egg, and he continues his observations with a calm mind. However, the relief is short-lived as he hears the chirping of birds fleeing from the forest.
"Darn it, has this egg hatched a long time ago?" Without hesitation, Ronan swiftly races towards the sound, following the trail of newly hatched Salamander offspring and the panicked flight of birds.
His body moves swiftly, traversing the forest with agility. Each step is filled with determination and unwavering resolve. Ronan doesn't allow his worries to hinder him, quickly catching up to the sounds indicating danger in the forest.
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Before Ronan faces the Salamander, the Valkyrie party from the city of Yark has received a request to protect a village directly bordering the infamous monster fog forest. They embark on a mission to investigate the incidents that have occurred in the past week.
When they arrived at the village, the villagers' confessions were quite shocking. Every night, they had to face attacks from insect monsters known as Red-Eyed Grasshoppers, so aggressive that they had caused the deaths of five villagers during patrols. Although the attacks had not yet occurred on a mass scale, the presence of these insects remained a serious threat to the village's safety.
To address the issue before bolstering their forces, Lisa and her party embarked on a dangerous investigation by entering the forest to uncover the root cause of why the grasshoppers, which should only inhabit the forest, were able to venture out and attack the villagers.
A horde of large red-eyed grasshoppers quickly approached them as soon as they entered the forest. Lisa, as the leader, was ready to confront them with her rapier at the ready.
Meanwhile, Kana prepared her offensive magic to support Lisa. Monica swiftly recited her prayers to unleash her buff magic, providing additional strength to Nia and Lisa.
Nia, with unmatched courage, readied her large shield to withstand the onslaught of the grasshoppers. In an instant, they were prepared to face the incoming attacks, with a strong determination to protect the village from this monster threat.