A Simple Explosion

Dorian stood, dazed and overwhelmed by the astonishing display of control and strength. For a moment, he forgot that a lethal spear was hurtling toward him, poised to pierce his heart. In the nick of time, his genius-level intellect kicked in, and he stomped on a loose brick in the ground, using it as a makeshift lever.

The towering spear cleaved through the air, smashing into the makeshift platform and reducing it to rubble. Yet, its trajectory was altered just enough to allow Dorian to dodge with a hair's breadth to spare. Arthur watched in astonishment this time, appreciating the sheer battle instinct required to discern which brick was loose and then use it as a defensive tool. Despite his formidable strength, Arthur couldn't claim such mastery over his environment.

Boom!