Realizing that direct confrontation wouldn't work, Alaric decided to rely on his affinity more. Melding with the nearby shadows, he entered the realm of shadow and moved toward the monster from there.
Moving swiftly and silently, Alaric positioned himself behind the monster. Without even getting out of the shadow, he began launching attacks one after another.
Launching one tentacle after another, Alaric tried to drag the monster back into his shadow. Unfortunately, it did nothing but anger the monster.
Shreeeeeekkkkk!
The serpent roared in anger, as its voice echoed in the water, breaking every tentacle Alaric had created. Getting out of his grip, the monster began storing mana in its mouth…
Booooooommm!
A blue light escaped the serpent's mouth, aiming directly at its own shadow below. The light moved at incredible speed as it entered the realm of shadow through the gate Alaric had created...