Gods Among Us (2)

Now, with his body tense and alert, Arthur braced for the impending clash. The name tag above the creature taunted him with its ominous words: [Ooze Level 5] [Death-Elemental]. It was a formidable opponent, far surpassing his own Level 1 capabilities, but Arthur refused to back down.

And, after a moment's breath, the battle began. The Black Slime attacked first, flailing two tentacles at Arthur this time.

But, with newfound agility and reflexes that surpassed his former human limitations, Arthur deftly sidestepped the Black Ooze's flailing tentacles. He moved with a fluidity that he never thought possible, each motion calculated and precise. The surreal nature of his new abilities struck him, and a wry smile played at the corners of his mouth.

"Whoa, this is some next-level freakshow," Arthur muttered, his voice tinged with a mixture of awe and incredulity.