The Trial of the Goblins

Roland watched from the shadows, captivated by the scene unfolding before him. A group of adventurers fought bravely against the goblins emerging from the lair. His heart raced with excitement as he carefully observed every move.

The warrior, with his intermediate rank and experience, led the novice members of the group, giving them instructions and encouraging them to fight with bravery. The novices, though inexperienced, did their best to follow the warrior's guidance and repel the goblins.

Roland, standing in the shadows, felt a strange impulse. He wanted to join the battle, to show his worth and prove his hard-earned skills. But he knew that the time was not yet right. He had to wait for the perfect moment to reveal his abilities.

The battle raged on, adventurers clashing with goblins without relent. Roland, on his part, observed the goblins' weaknesses closely, seeking an opportunity to intervene. He analyzed their movements, their behavior, mentally preparing for the imminent action.

Suddenly, a powerful goblin emerged in the midst of the battle. Adorned in imposing armor and wielding a massive axe, he clearly stood as the goblins' leader. Magical flames danced around him, indicating his ability as a shaman capable of casting destructive spells.

The group's priestess found herself in danger, overwhelmed by the shaman goblin's attacks. The flames closed in on her, threatening to consume her. Roland felt a blazing rage welling up inside him. He couldn't stand idly by while a life was at stake.

Without further hesitation, Roland sprang into action. With swift movements, he carved a path through the goblins that stood between him and the priestess. His motions were fluid and precise, evading enemy attacks with astonishing ease.

Reaching the priestess's side, Roland raised his wooden lance. With a powerful motion, he hurled it toward the shaman goblin, aiming for its weak spot. The lance cut through the air, striking its target dead on.

The shaman goblin was momentarily disoriented, allowing the priestess to free herself and retreat to safety. Roland remained silent, simply nodding his head in acknowledgment toward the priestess.

The adventurers, taken aback by Roland's sudden appearance and his prowess in combat, fought with renewed determination. They rallied around him, forming a cohesive unit and pushing back the goblins with newfound strength.

"Who is this man?" murmured the warrior, observing Roland with astonishment.

"I don't know, but he's incredibly powerful," the priestess replied, still shaken by the proximity of death.

Roland, still silent, focused on the battle unfolding around him. He knew that this was just the beginning of his journey and that he had much more to learn. But for now, he had fulfilled his duty in protecting the priestess.