Words (Part 1)

The barbarians' eyes, once full of determination, now reflected fear and an understanding of the magnitude of the challenge they faced.

The leader of the barbarians, Garuk, bowed his head for a moment, his hands clenching the handle of the huge axe attached to his belt.

"So, these creatures are that powerful?" his voice was grave, but contained a trace of uncertainty. "Even for us barbarians, facing something on the level of an Evolved is an almost impossible task."

Blood Lily nodded, her red eyes looking even more intense in the darkness. "Yes, Garuk. And that's why we need to work together. We can't afford to underestimate our enemies."