ERode
In The Mirror
Well, that went south real quick. From Leonel practically keeling over from the pollen to Symphony rushing in before any of them were in position to assist her from a range, the entire situation devolved into one that made it clear that the ‘cost’ of handling this particular encounter was getting a bit too high. If she went all out, perhaps this situation could be resolved, but on the other hand, they certainly weren’t aware of any of the capabilities of the mossmen until up to this very moment. Sap-spewing vines to ward off flames, body-transmogrification capabilities to turn into weapons, poisonous pollen that Leonel’s protective magic could do nothing against, and now seedshot that turned into vine-nets?
Ayn stepped further back as the seeds that bounced off her clothes erupted into a burst of entangling vines. Her blazing swords swept through them, white flame practically incinerating the seedlings, but it had given the mossman cluster enough time to move onto the next scheme anyways, with its vines extending into a fan that further scattered the pollen into the room.
Now, what was this situation called?
“Yup, this is unwinnable.”
Maybe they could force a draw if they pushed themselves to the maximum, but they would still be five floors deep in the Dungeon, with no way to easily or safely get back up. “Save your spell,” Ayn said, side-eyeing Heleni. “I didn’t see any eyes on those monsters to begin with. And Leo?”
She sheathed her own swords swiftly, the flames extinguished the moment the blades slotted into their scabbards. A quick stride carried her behind the armored man, and Ayn hooked her fingers around his belt.
“Leonel, we’re pulling Symphony and getting outta here! Ready? Threetwoone!”
After all, it wasn’t like the mossman cluster could leave this place. Retreat, regroup, and rethink. This was no duel, and the mossmen proved themselves to be dishonorable first! Seriously, those brainless creatures were asking for it with that kind of behavior. Next time, she was going to bring a fan!
…
And more likely a lot of oil.