Chapter 65 – Dimensional Biology (Part 2)
Chapter 65 – Dimensional Biology (Part 2)
"The predators are also divided into categories," Miss Sel continued, raising the chalk to the top portion of the triangle she had drawn. "There are Passive Predators, Active Predators, and Pinnacle Predators."
She tapped the board firmly with each name.
"In general, these are the creatures you’ll face as Dimensional Knights. They are violent, bloodthirsty, and relentless. Every species within these predator classes poses a significant threat to the realms. Their attacks cause devastation on a daily basis."
The classroom remained silent. Everyone listened with focused intensity, scribbling down her every word. They understood the stakes. Knowledge could mean the difference between life and death in the field. Even the smallest detail might save their lives one day.
"Among these categories," Sel continued, "Passive Predators are the least dangerous—but that is only in relative terms. Compared to prey, they are still significantly more powerful. However, Active Predators are far more problematic. They’re stronger, more aggressive, and vastly more common."
A student near the front raised his hand.
"Yes?" she called on him.
The boy stood halfway, his expression curious. "If Active Predators aren’t the strongest, why are they considered the most problematic?"
"An excellent question," Sel replied with a nod, clearly pleased by the inquiry. "There are two main reasons. First, while they may not be the most powerful, their strength is still considerable—enough to challenge and even kill most Dimensional Knights. Unless you’re exceptionally capable, you won’t face them and come out unscathed. Second—and more importantly—they are numerous. More common than Pinnacle Predators and stronger than Passive ones, they sit at the apex of both quantity and capability."
’That makes sense,’ Zane thought, his fingers pausing on his keyboard. ’They’re the worst-case scenario for an average Knight. Too common to avoid. Too strong to ignore.’