Nightmare

Alex's reflexes kicked in instantly.

He tilted his head to the side, narrowly avoiding the attack, then leaped back to create some distance.

The forest rustled ominously, and more vines sprang forth.

They erupted from the ground, slithered down from branches, and shot toward him in every direction like striking serpents.

These weren't ordinary vines.

They were thicker than his arm, unnaturally fast, and moved with intelligence.

Alex didn't flinch. He reached into his storage, pulling out several Blast Shards and with precise aim, he threw the shards at the incoming vines.

BOOM!

BOOM!

BOOM!

The explosions ripped through the air, tearing apart the vines in fiery bursts.

Shredded plant matter rained down, smoldering as it hit the forest floor.

Alex landed in a crouch, his eyes scanning for the next wave.