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The reverberating roar echoed through the cavern, causing the advancing Gin to halt abruptly, a testament to the power contained in that sound.

BANG!

The left side of the cavern walls exploded into chaos, rocks hurtling in every conceivable direction. The ensuing dust storm painted the scene in an ethereal haze, forcing combatants to shield their faces, lest the abrasive particles invade their eyes. As the atmosphere settled, a figure emerged from the dissipating dust—a creature beyond the realms of imagination.

Standing defiantly before them was a humanoid entity, its entire form cloaked in dark red scales that glistened ominously. Its eyes, aglow with a vibrant red, betrayed an intensity of emotion, a wrathful fire within. A colossal tail, reminiscent of a dragon's, swayed with a menace that transcended the humanoid façade, blurring the lines between man and beast.

"Now, what do we have here? A beast resembling a Gin but in a different color. How is that possible?" pondered the Gin with the red eye, its gaze transfixed on the enigmatic creature.

"I don't know. I've never seen a beast like this before. Let's take it back to base and find out what it is. Also, I don't think we need to stay here any longer, since we didn't find anything," proposed the Gin with the green eye, the potential menace temporarily forgotten.

Contrastingly, Zine recoiled in terror at the surreal turn of events.

"What's that? Is it a beast? It looks like a Gin. I don't think this is going to end well. I have to get out of here," he exclaimed, his frantic gaze scanning the cave's confines for an escape route amidst the chaos.

In an explosion of movement, the mysterious creature lunged towards the Gin with the red eye with unparalleled speed. Its agile form closed the distance in a blur, and with a seamless transition, it coalesced a fiery fist. The flames danced along its appendage, a prelude to the impending strike. The creature's punch, a convergence of brute force and elemental fury, connected with the unsuspecting Gin.

The impact sent the Gin hurtling through the cavern, a marionette tossed by unseen forces. A sickening collision with the unforgiving walls ensued before it crumpled onto the cave floor—a defeated adversary in the wake of the mysterious creature's wrath.

"Hahahaha!!!, I've broken free from that tedious book, now in a new, admittedly weaker body!. However, I relish the prospect of strengthening it over time. Ha-ha"

A guttural growl echoed through the cavern as the dragonman reveled in his newfound freedom, his deep voice resonating with a mix of satisfaction and determination. His fierce gaze locked onto the two remaining Gins, undeterred by their attempts to challenge him. The first to attack was the slender Gin, its tail whirling like a weapon, attempting to strike the dragonman. Swiftly, he intercepted the attack, seizing the tail mid-spin. In a display of raw strength, he hoisted the Gin off its feet, slamming it forcefully into the ground, creating a crater that bore witness to the power he possessed.

However, amidst the victory, an unexpected and precise slash across his abdomen caught the dragonman off guard. The blade, wielded by the Gin with the green eye, cut through his scales, leaving a gaping wound that began to ooze blood. Clutching his injured side, the dragonman staggered backward, his eyes narrowing as he observed the menacing black sword that emanated a dark aura.

"What is that aura covering that sword? It cut through my scales. I need to find out what that black aura is, or it could spell trouble," the dragonman contemplated, a hint of concern flickering in his gaze as he assessed the mysterious weapon wielded by his adversary.

Undeterred by his injuries, the dragonman charged towards the Gin, unleashing a fiery fist in an attempt to overpower his opponent. Yet, the black sword effortlessly deflected each blow, draining a fraction of his energy with every contact. Realizing the peril posed by the weapon, the dragonman opted for a strategic retreat, battered and weakened, while the Gin pursued, slashing at his back with calculated precision.

"Aaaahhh!" The dragonman's furious roar reverberated through the cavern as he turned to confront the skinny Gin, who reveled in the chaos. However, his anger was short-lived as a powerful punch landed on his stomach, propelling him through the air towards Zine and his remaining teammates.

Caught in the path of the airborne dragonman, Zine and his comrades scrambled to evade the impending collision. The creature crashed into the cavern wall with immense force, sending shockwaves through the structure. Rocks shattered, and the ground quaked under the impact, leaving behind a tumultuous scene of destruction.

Seeing an opportunity to escape, the Gins decided to make a strategic retreat, leaving behind a parting gift for their wounded adversary. The Gin with the green eye swiftly activated a device, creating a portal before tossing it to the ground. The portal emitted a beeping sound, accompanied by a red light, signaling their swift disappearance as they entered the gateway. In their wake, the cave collapsed, debris scattering in every direction.

Amidst the chaos, the blinking device on the ground caught the dragonman's attention. "Oh no, this is gonna hurt," he muttered, anticipating the imminent explosion. The device detonated in a deafening BOOOMMM, triggering a cataclysmic blast that obliterated the cave and sent debris flying across the forest.

The force of the explosion propelled the dragonman through the air, scorching his scales black. He crashed into the woods, leaving a trail of destruction in his wake. Trees splintered upon impact, and the relentless journey came to an abrupt halt when he collided with a tree that snapped in half. The unconscious dragonman lay sprawled on the forest floor, his battered form a testament to the fierce battle that had unfolded.


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