Deeper into the jungle, Ethan encountered increasingly diverse creatures.
A pack of six serpentine predators that relied on constriction tactics met wind blade dismemberment. Five insectoid climbers with acidic attacks dissolved under concentrated fire magic.
'Each group represents natural ecological diversity. This jungle hosts multiple predator species.'
The resource gains accumulated steadily:
Serpent pack: 120 units (50 wood, 30 stone, 40 sand)
Insectoid climbers: 100 units (30 wood, 35 stone, 35 sand)
As Ethan ventured deeper, the jungle's ancient canopy filtered sunlight into scattered emerald beams.
His enhanced senses detected new movement ahead.
'Something bigger approaches.'
Seven shapes emerged from the undergrowth with predatory grace.
Wolves, but not the mundane variety from his previous world. These creatures stood shoulder-high to a grown man, their midnight-black fur rippling with contained muscle.
