The Clash

As August ventured through the forest, he encountered a remarkable sight: two formidable beasts locked in a tense standoff. One was a massive white bear, its chest adorned with a prominent cross-shaped scar, and its scarred mouth hinting at past battles. Standing tall on its hind legs, it exuded an imposing presence, towering at a staggering ten feet. The other creature was a gargantuan boar, boasting two imposing tusks protruding from its mouth and fiery red flames flickering amidst its brown fur. It stood five feet tall.

As they eyed each other in the center of the clearing, a large stone stood, adorned with a blooming flower. However, August couldn't discern its details clearly from his distance. The flower emanated a potent scent, heightening the aggression of the two beasts as if they were determined to possess it at any cost.

A thunderous roar echoed through the area as the bear unleashed its mighty voice, causing the ground to tremble beneath August's feet. Peering cautiously from behind a large rock, August was startled by the sheer force of the bear's roar, which reverberated through the forest, sending shivers down his spine.

In response, the boar's fur ignited with even fiercer flames, casting an intense glow that illuminated the surrounding area with an ominous light. Its fiery display added to the tension of the standoff, signaling its readiness to confront the formidable bear with equal ferocity.

August used inspect on them.

[ Frost Claw bear ]

Rank: 2 (initial)

Bloodline: D+

Element: ice

Ability: Frost armor E 2, Frost Paw E4, Mana roar E1

Status: average ]

[ Blazing Mane boar ]

Rank: 2(initial)

Bloodline: E+

Element: fire, physical

Ability: Sharp tusk F5, Fire fur E2 and Charge F5

Status: mediocre ]

'How did a fire elemental creature get here?' August pondered. 'In the world of Glacia, fire elemental beasts are exceptionally rare.'

The boar charged at the bear, harnessing its fiery abilities as its entire body erupted into flames. It resembled a blazing ball of fire hurtling towards the bear. However, despite the intimidating sight, the bear remained unfazed, showing no signs of fear.

The bear unleashed its power, transforming its paw into solid ice, gleaming with frost. With precision, it swiped at the charging boar, aiming to halt its fiery assault.

The frozen paw struck the boar's head with precision, causing it to crash heavily into the snow. Crimson blood stained its fur and the pristine snow around it, evidence of the powerful impact.

"Squeal!" The boar growled in pain, its deep voice reverberating through the forest. It shook its head vigorously, attempting to shake off the pain, but only succeeded in splattering blood around it as it continued to snarl defiantly.

The boar tensed its muscles, preparing to charge once more. It pawed at the ground, lowering its head and emitting low grunts through its nose. Its fur bristled with determination as it readied itself for another assault.

The bear dropped onto all fours, activating its armor ability before unleashing a powerful roar, shaking the surrounding forest. With a thunderous clash, the two beasts charged at each other, ready to engage in a fierce battle.

The clash was brutal and intense. The bear swiped furiously with its razor-sharp claws, aiming to rend flesh and bone. Yet, the boar was nimble, dodging and weaving with surprising agility, its tusks slashing and stabbing with lethal precision.

The forest echoed with the sounds of their battle: roars mingled with grunts, the clashing of claws and tusks reverberating through the trees. Both combatants sustained wounds, blood staining fur and soil alike.

Despite the boar's size and formidable tusks, the bear's strength and resilience proved insurmountable. With a final, earth-shaking blow, the bear delivered a crushing strike, incapacitating the boar and roaring triumphantly.

However, victory came at a cost. The bear sustained heavy injuries, its legs and paws bleeding from the deep wounds inflicted by the boar's tusks.

"It's an opportunity," August decided, seizing the moment to attack the wounded bear.

Quickly retrieving his blade from his inventory, August focused his mana into the weapon, preparing to engage in combat.

The bear sensed the surge of mana and turned towards the direction from which August was approaching. Despite its exhaustion and profuse bleeding, the bear remained steadfast, ready to confront its next opponent in battle.

August unleashed his Shadow Cut ability, slashing towards the bear with his blade. The weapon emitted a sinister aura of shadows, propelling towards the wounded beast with menacing force.

The bear attempted to dodge the incoming danger, but the accelerated speed of the shadow aura left it no time to react. Desperately, the bear used its Frost Paw ability to block the attack, but the shadow energy sliced through the icy defense effortlessly. The blade continued its trajectory, cutting cleanly through the bear's face and inflicting a deep gash, injuring one of its eyes in the process.

"Growl!" The bear roared in pain, but its fighting spirit remained undiminished.

With a final surge of determination, it charged at August, unleashing its last-ditch effort to retaliate.

It swiped at August with its remaining paw. August attempted to block the attack with his blade, but the force of the massive paw propelled him backward, crashing into a nearby tree with a resounding thud.

Gwak! August spat out a large amount of blood, his body wracked with pain.

"My back fucking hurts" August cursed through gritted teeth as he struggled to stand.

As the bear charged at him once more, limping from the loss of one paw, August summoned his beast space. From within emerged Aurora, ready to aid her master in the looming battle.

"Surprise, motherfucker"

Aurora conjured ice spikes, aiming for the bear's remaining eye, rendering it blinded. In a panic, the bear thrashed its paw wildly, unable to see its surroundings. Suddenly, a blade aura materialized, cleaving through the air with deadly precision, striking the bear's head. With a final, decisive blow, the bear's body collapsed to the ground in defeat.

Exhausted and overwhelmed by the unexpected intensity of the battle, August collapsed onto the snow. He hadn't anticipated the bear's unwavering resolve to fight until its last breath.

Summoning the last of his strength, August reached into his inventory and retrieved a potion he had stored before entering the portal. He got it from his mother's store, ensuring he was well-prepared for any challenges he might face in the wilderness

The potion was of uncommon rank, offering temporary relief and aid to August in his current state.

Laying on the snow he glanced at the quest panel.

[ Quest ]

[ 1. killing one thousand beasts: 33/1000 ]

[ 2. using ability extract for hundred times: 2/100 ]