The searing heat of the attack wasn't just a surface wound; it penetrated deep, burning through its tough hide and into its flesh. A sizzling sound filled the air as the sand worm writhed in pain, thrashing its segmented body in a desperate attempt to dislodge the burning sensation.
A massive gash appeared on the side of the creature, glowing embers marking the path of the Meteor Slice. It wasn't a fatal blow, not by a long shot, but it had caused significant damage and, more importantly, instilled fear in the colossal beast.
The sand worm, realizing it had underestimated this seemingly insignificant opponent, let out another earsplitting screech.
But instead of continuing its attack, it retreated with surprising agility, its massive body burrowing back into the depths of the desert sands.
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Silence descended once more, broken only by Alex's ragged breaths. He lowered the Meteoroid, his hand trembling slightly from the exertion.
