Learning to fly

"Aghh..."

As soon as I swallowed the meat, I could feel it slowly settling in my stomach like a heavy anchor, making me want to gag.

Swish...

However, in the next moment, strange Energy surged through my veins, electrifying every fiber of my being and igniting a strange power within me.

I could almost feel the essence of the Kludde residing within me, its presence settling aside Wendigo's ominous aura.

"I should try it..."

Muttering to myself, I willed my body to transform, allowing the Kludde essence to run through my veins and guide the transformation.

Creak... Crack...

The sound of bones shifting and rearranging echoed throughout the area, as my body contorted and reshaped itself into a new, otherworldly form that felt simultaneously terrifying and exhilarating.

Scales grew on my skin in a mesmerizing display of shimmering colors, reflecting the light in ethereal patterns.

My hands became claws, sharp and deadly, ready to tear through any obstacle that stood in my way.

My face transformed into a snout, elongated and filled with rows of gleaming fangs, poised to rend flesh and unleash primal fury.

Draconic wings began to spread from my back, unfurling with a majestic grace that was both captivating and awe-inspiring.

"..."

After a few moments of intense physical transformation, I was no longer a bipedal creature, but a wolf with wings sprouting from my back, a Kludde.

Grrr...

I let out a sigh or rather a growl of satisfaction, feeling the sensation of my new form sink in.

'It feels weird...'

Turning my head to the side, I glanced at the Wings sprouting from my back, glimmering with a mixture of curiosity and trepidation.

Swish... Swish...

I willed the wings to move, however, since this was my first time transforming into a Kludde, I had to get used to the adjustments and control the movements of my newly acquired wings carefully.

Boom...

I crashed into a nearby tree face-first, my vision momentarily blurred by the impact.

'What the hell...'

Plummeting to the ground, I realized that mastering the control and coordination of these new wings would require patience, practice, and a deep understanding of my transformed body.

Well, nothing comes without practice...

Spreading out my new wings once more I began to flap them slowly, trying to get used to the rhythmic motion required for flight.

Previously my wings weren't in sync, hence I just veered off to the right and hit the tree.

This had to be fixed or else I'd be easily shot down by the Soldiers while crossing the border.

Whoosh... Whoosh...

My wings created gusts of wind, as I ran around the area, trying to find my balance and improve my control over the flapping motion.

For some reason, after transforming I was already kind of used to the sensation of the wings, as if some instinct deep within me was guiding their movements.

Maybe this was due to a residual memory or genetic imprint from the creature, but I surely didn't mind it.

With each attempt, I could feel my control over the wings growing stronger.

I could already control them as well as my limbs.

'Should I try again?'

Shaking my head to clear the lingering dizziness from my collision with the tree, I took a deep breath and positioned myself for another attempt at flight.

Flap... Flap...

Gently, I willed my wings to flap in a synchronized and controlled manner, feeling the air rushing beneath my wings as I lifted off the ground.

Whoosh... Whoosh...

Slowly, I gained altitude, carefully rising above the surrounding treetops.

'Wow...'

Hovering in the sky, I looked down at the world below, observing the forest below me with a sense of awe and wonder.

I could even see Eva's Village in the distance!

Mhmm...

Anyways, now that I was able to stay in the air, I had to focus on mastering the maneuverability of my wings.

I tilted them slightly to the left, feeling my body respond as I started to veer in that direction. Then, with a subtle adjustment, I straightened myself out and continued my steady flight. The sensation of gliding through the air was exhilarating, the wind rushing past my scaled form, carrying the scent of the forest and freedom.

As I gained more control, I decided to test my limits. I pushed my wings harder, flapping them with greater force, and felt the surge of power propelling me forward. The wind roared in my ears as I picked up speed, soaring through the sky like a wild creature of legend.

But it wasn't just about speed. I wanted to explore the grace and agility that my wings could provide. I experimented with subtle movements, shifting my wings to alter my trajectory.

With a gentle tilt to the right, I smoothly changed direction, gracefully gliding in a wide arc. The rush of adrenaline coursed through my veins as I performed intricate aerial maneuvers, weaving between trees and dodging branches with uncanny precision.

I practiced diving and ascending, feeling the rush of air against my face as I plunged towards the ground only to pull up at the last moment.

Time seemed to slip away as I honed my skills. The more I practiced, the more natural it felt. I became one with the air, my movements fluid and instinctive. The boundaries between the Kludde and myself blurred, and it was as if I had been born to fly.

I didn't even notice as the morning came and I was forced to land.

After an entire night of exploring the skies, my entire body was throbbing with fatigue, hence I quickly transformed back into my original form and collapsed onto one of the trees, planning to get at least a few hours of rest before continuing my journey.