Zain clenched his fists as the Sporeguards closed in.
They moved like shadows, silent and fast.
Each one raised its claws, black-green venom dripping from the tips.
He stared at them, sweat dripping from his forehead.
"[Venom Claws], huh? This might be fun."
The first Sporeguard lunged at him, its claw slashing through the air.
Zain dodged, but another one came from the side, catching him across the ribs.
Blood oozed out.
Zain hissed. "Nice hit. But you'll pay for that."
He swung his fist at the nearest one, but the Sporeguard ducked and another one jumped in.
It slashed his leg, venom seeping into the wound.
Zain staggered back, his vision blurring.
Two more Sporeguards moved in, their claws shining with venom.
Zain's head snapped up. "You're working together now? That's new."
The Sporeguards circled him, their steps in perfect rhythm.
Zain clenched his teeth. "So that's [Tandem Strike]."
The five Sporeguards lunged at the same time.
