When the message appeared, Strax's face froze for a mere second, but it was enough for him to be hit.
The blow was so powerful that it completely shattered the scales enhanced by his assimilation with Tiamat, and it also... severed Strax's arm.
"Uuugghhhtt!!!" he screamed in pain, gritting his teeth to endure it as he assessed the overall situation...
'This isn't going to work!!' he shouted internally, seeing that not only was he injured, but Beatrice, Monica, and Samira also had some wounds. Rogue and Veronica were relatively okay, but their mana was dwindling with each passing second.
[Danger!!]
"KRRRIIIIIII!!!!" With the scream of the Demon Spider, a wave of dark, pulsating energy emanated from its body, throwing everyone against the rocky walls of the cave.
The impact was brutal; the creature's murderous aura began to seep into their minds and spirits, causing everyone to tremble in fear.
