The serpent hissed in fury as the vortex burned its scales and vines. It then countered by using its skill [Thorbind Coil], sending an array of thorny vines as it intended to ensnare Fenix.
Fenix used his [Fireblade Technique], engulfing his sword in blazing fire, and with a single swing, he severed the vines and sent waves of fire cascading towards the serpent.
The serpent flinched, its damaged scales steaming from the heat. It slithered rapidly across the battlefield, using its skill [Serpentine Speed] to outmaneuver Fenix.
Closing the distance, it lashed out with its tail, empowered by its [Tail Slap] skill. The ground cracked under the force of the attack, sending Fenix flying into a nearby tree.
Boom!
Fenix groaned as he pushed himself up. "Not bad," he admitted while brushing ash off his shoulder.
"But it seems that I need to get a little bit serious." Fenix grinned before charging forward.