The scaly beast lunged forward, its razor-sharp claws tearing through the underbrush as it barreled towards the mages. Alaric's heart pounded in his chest, his breathing ragged as he fought to maintain control over his wavering mana output.
"Fireball!" Caspian shouted, launching a blazing sphere of flame at the creature. The beast roared in pain as the fireball struck its side, the scent of charred flesh filling the air.
Alaric gritted his teeth, summoning every ounce of energy he could muster. A small, sputtering fireball formed between his fingertips, and he hurled it at the monster with all his might. His mana had already reached its limit from the last group attack, and he had no time to recover his mana during the battle.
The mages exchanged worried glances as they watched the feeb
