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A burning pain suddenly radiated from Mackey's waist, rendering him powerless as he was lifted into the air. The sharp sting in his lower back was unbearable, and there was no way to evade it. The movements of the Black Scorpion were slow, and all he could do was grip tightly onto the pincers that exerted immense strength.
He tried to pull the pincers apart slightly, hoping to avoid being crushed by that overwhelming force. However, the Black Scorpion was not something he could control alone. Without assistance from others, it was nearly impossible to break free. Even if he managed to release the Gene Chain, if the Black Scorpion wanted him dead, it could easily snap him in two at a moment's notice.
As others began to react, Xiong Tai immediately turned and lunged forward. The Primordial Thunder Hammer slipped from his grasp and flew through the air, striking the Black Scorpion squarely in the face. He had hoped this attack would have a significant effect, but instead of saving Mackey, it only drew the Black Scorpion's focus onto him as its primary target.
With one less Primordial Thunder Hammer, Xiong Tai could only defend himself with his hammer. The impact from the Scorpion felt like a thousand-pound force crashing down on him, and despite his immense strength attribute, he was pushed back, his feet sinking deep into the sand.
Freyr and the others quickly joined the fray. They struggled to coordinate effectively; many had yet to find their proper roles within the team, which allowed for too many opportunities for their opponent. Now was the time to take initiative and attack.
Freyr swiftly drew his Aterkan Longsword and charged forward. The Scorpion's tail was still thrashing about; although it seemed harmless at that moment, it could still deliver a devastating blow if one wasn't careful. Freyr aimed to cut off that tail with a decisive strike.
A roar erupted from the Black Scorpion as it howled in pain. The pincers released their grip, and Mackey was unceremoniously thrown aside, landing heavily on the ground with a grunt. Fortunately, his waist had not been crushed; only marks from friction remained on either side.
The injury wasn't severe. After taking a deep breath, Mackey managed to regain his composure and rejoin the battle. He could still move, so even after being attacked, he retained some ability to evade. Seeing how fiercely his opponents were fighting back spurred him into action.
With sharp feathers spiraling like a gust of wind, he launched an attack that struck the Black Scorpion squarely in the face. The reaction was intense; toxic blood oozed from its mouth as one of its compound eyes was pierced through. Witnessing this assault made everyone realize that defeating such a creature would not be easy.
The others fared better; they quickly resumed dodging and launching fiery attacks to draw aggro away from Mackey. Those fighting up close charged in one after another, creating a cacophony of sound as they struck at the Black Scorpion again and again. It endured various degrees of damage before another sniper bullet hit one of its antennae.
Their strategy became clear: they aimed directly at those antennae. If they could incapacitate its mobility, death would soon follow. Hitting those antennae would have significant implications for their future efforts.
This made for a feasible tactic at present. In an instant, the Scorpion was bombarded by arrows and gunfire from afar; its antennae were systematically shot off until the entire Giant Bug lay helplessly in the sand like a newly hatched larva, allowing corrosive acid to flow freely from its wounds.
No one would sit idly by; taking advantage of the moment when he was still unsteady and not yet dead, they continued to launch deadly attacks against him. In this way, the Scorpion could be dealt with. Although this killing plan carried considerable risk, they managed to complete it with difficulty, suffering only minor injuries, and none had sustained serious wounds.
"What a dangerous creature! If there are so many perilous beings here, escaping will come at a great cost," a voice suddenly chimed in from the side. It seemed that this coordinated attack was being executed for the first time, and they appeared to have completed the mission without major incidents, their skin slightly pale from fear.
Though they wanted to ask what to do next, even if they did inquire about a solution, it was unlikely they could continue with their actions. This operation had changed far more than they had anticipated. Even if someone posed that question, no one would provide an answer. It was better to keep their eyes open and look for any other clues; perhaps someone would suddenly have the answers they sought.
However, such opportunities were not available to everyone. While every situation had its downsides, benefits were always present as well. What their team lacked was cooperation; although their individual strength was sufficient, as a cohesive unit, there were many issues that needed addressing. The main shortcoming was that each member acted like a lone wolf, failing to integrate into a unified approach.
This opportunity was one they absolutely could not miss. After ensuring the Scorpion was completely lifeless, they moved past the Sand Domain and continued onward. At the same time, their sensory abilities activated, allowing them to detect enemies within nearly a kilometer. Even if they were spotted, they could react quickly and avoid danger in time.
Not long after setting off, many felt a dangerous presence drawing closer. Another thunderous roar echoed through the air, signaling the onset of some ominous event.
This sound seemed to blend with the wind, resembling a breathing noise mixed with powerful vibrations—like the heartbeat of a large animal—as the sand shifted with each approaching footfall.
It appeared that an even larger prey was nearing them. Although such occurrences had happened before, this time the premonition felt stronger; something far more terrifying than before was approaching. If it was a creature capable of instilling fear in the very ground beneath them, it must be of considerable size.
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