Azure light gathered at the tip of his wand, condensing into a tight cluster of force.
The familiar structure of [Magic Missile] formed easily in his head. Ruvian made a small correction and fixed his aim on the reptile's chest.
With the angles aligning in his favor, Ruvian trusted his judgment to unleash the spell as the beast was already cornered.
His teammates were already shifting their footing too, subtly clearing the lane as they sensed the spell forming behind them.
For that reason, he believed the timing was precise.
Or it should have been.
The very next second, the Scarix's pupils snapped toward the incoming light. Its body acted first before its mind did.
With a violent twist, it abandoned its balance and lashed its tail sideways with desperate strength.
"HUEKK—"
The thick limb caught Griffer across the torso.
Because of the sudden blow, Griffer was knocked off his footing and shoved directly into the path of the oncoming spell.
"Damn it!" Ruvian cursed.
