The massive beast loomed before Alex, its hulking frame covered in thick muscle and an almost metallic sheen.
On its legs were what looked like gauntlets, crudely shaped but undeniably enchanted, radiating a faint, magical glow.
Alex's eyes narrowed. "Not your average buffalo," he muttered.
The beast suddenly spoke, its deep, guttural voice echoing. "Puny human. Prepare to be crushed."
Alex blinked, then sighed. "It talks. Great. But not very bright." He cracked his neck, a smirk tugging at the corner of his lips. "This'll be quick."
Without hesitation, Alex surged forward, blade in hand, closing the gap between them in seconds. But the buffalo didn't flinch. Instead, it slammed a massive hoof into the ground.
BOOM!
The ground quaked violently, sending shockwaves rippling outward. Alex stumbled, caught off guard as the earth beneath him cracked and shifted.
