The 'shadow' was violently thrown aside by the blast from Ollana's spell, its massive form writhing in agony. The shadows that made up its body flickered erratically, as if they might disperse entirely. A deep, agonizing howl escaped from its maw, sending shockwaves through the cave. The smaller shades, reacting instinctively to their leader's distress, scattered in panic, their once-cohesive formation breaking apart as they scrambled toward the safety of the deeper, darker recesses.
The searing light of Ollana's magic had created a rare opening, a brief moment of opportunity. Ivan and the others spotted it immediately, their instincts kicking in. Without wasting a second, they surged forward, making a desperate dash toward the gap that had formed in the shades' ranks.
