The collision of claw and fist exploded with the fury of colliding meteorites, painting the sky in dark, churning hues. The very fabric of the battlefield trembled beneath the detonation. Vlad's arm trembled under the pressure—raw, overwhelming force thundered through his bones.
"The power behind his claw... it's monstrous!" Vlad winced, holding his ground as the shock faded. "My body hasn't reached the Legendary Tier yet. Even after my evolution, I'm still behind in raw physicality. If it weren't for Skin of Wrath, that claw would have shattered most of the bone in my hand and arm."
The realization flashed through his mind in an instant, underscoring just how deadly his opponent truly was. But he didn't waver. No hesitation. His golden eyes ignited with intensity, and in a blink, he vanished—teleporting out of the impact zone.
