True Mechanics (Part 1)

Exile groaned as he dropped his barrier and made another attempt to escape. But after having made several attempts, he couldn't even make it two paces before something cut into his chest again. Exile cried out in pain as he collapsed in agony and watched helplessly as three more greenish arrows impacted where he fell. This wasn't normal! The attacks were dealing damage now! And the enemy was too fast for him to keep up!

"Heh! Do you see now? It's easy for me to kill you!" The mysterious voice chuckled.

A chill ran down Exile's spine at its gloating tone of voice. 'Is this some kind of game-mechanic thing because of their authority?' His mind worked furiously as his thoughts raced through every possible scenario he could come up with while trying desperately not to die. 'I can't give in, but I don't see a way out!'