Zephyrax surged forward, his massive claws crackling with electricity as he swiped at her.
Aurielle darted to the side, her movements fluid and effortless.
"Arrogance?" she said, feigning offense. "No, no, darling. This is just good old-fashioned fun."
She clapped her hands together, summoning another gift. "Let's give you a little present. Gift Bestowal: Bad Luck Attraction!"
A tiny wisp of violet flux shot from her fingers, embedding itself into Fulminis's aura. He faltered mid-flight as the effect took hold.
The storm cloud above him sputtered, and a stray bolt of lightning struck his tail.
Fulminis roared, his frustration mounting. "What trickery is this?"
Aurielle floated backward, laughing. "Oh, nothing much. Just a tiny little curse. Don't mind the bad luck. It'll pass. Maybe."
As Fulminis lunged at her again, a stray gust of wind knocked him off course, slamming him into a jagged cliffside.
