Chapter 91: Silverback Mauler
"[Lunar Arc]!"
"[Telekinesis]!"
Aria and Nyx hurriedly intoned their spells just as the bear-like monster used its strong limbs to swipe at Kaiden with its muscular, clawed paws.
His Metal Nomad armor set took the brunt of the hit for him, but he was still sent flying due to the sheer force exerted by the silverback mauler.
Not only did every level bring stats up a good amount, but a monster’s difficulty greatly varied depending on its race. A level 100 dragon would be a lot mightier than a level 100 goblin.
This silverback creature was not a simpleton like the warthog and the stags who could only charge with their heads down, bracing for impact. It was also protected by its heavy, sturdy hide, unlike the rats. Nyx’s dagger and Aria’s projectile failed to injure the beast in any significant manner.
As level one existences, they were in grave danger. The mauler was tankier, stronger, faster, and enjoying the comfort and familiarity of its natural habitat.
Kaiden groaned with extreme amounts of pain coursing through his injured body, but he forced himself to stand up—he knew very well he was the only one who could face this creature in melee range. If its focus was directed at his girls, they would not live to tell the tale.
’Against a physically superior monster, you have to use your abilities to your advantage. If that doesn’t work, you’re left with relying on your superior intellect. Outsmart it.’
Kaiden remembered back to his mother’s words when he watched Alice train with her—which almost always resulted in his little sister getting beaten up mercilessly. Alice would often spend hours afterward crying into his shirt.