[shalem hears the command and then the explosion, and knows, immediately, what happened. if he didn't know anyone who had sound-type originium arts that allowed them to use their voices as weapons, he would never have realized it so quickly. he considers himself fortunate that the boy's aim is accurate, but also, isn't that harsh on the throat?
he steps forward, black-scaled tail lashing, and puts an arm before the boy's body to shield him.]
Don't overextend yourself-- we have so many plants to go through. [then he raises his left hand, snapping his fingers and letting deep red sparks fly from them. the serpent hasn't had to use his powers in months, he needs to warm up.]
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he steps forward, black-scaled tail lashing, and puts an arm before the boy's body to shield him.]
Don't overextend yourself-- we have so many plants to go through. [then he raises his left hand, snapping his fingers and letting deep red sparks fly from them. the serpent hasn't had to use his powers in months, he needs to warm up.]