Three Strikes

Not all monsters were savage beasts, and even if they were they weren't mindless killers - the Mighty Commander or Essence Thunder Demon were clear evidence of that.

Adam was aware of this, and the deeper he delved into the Dead Lands the more rational and intelligent monsters he encountered, yet no one had ever tried to talk to him.

Sure, the Blind Commander said nothing. He couldn't, since his mouth and eyes were covered by tight bandages, but sign language was always available to the sighted and the unsighted.

"You want to enjoy the view before the battle? Alright, I won't refuse. You and I have nowhere to rush, do we?" Adam smiled bitterly before heading towards the Blind Commander.

The monster was not mistaken, for as Adam approached the Blind Commander moved slightly to the side making room for him.