Lucan paced the shadowy cavern, his senses attuned to the eerie silence and occasional whispers of the shadows. Shade's ability to manipulate the darkness made him a formidable opponent, constantly slipping in and out of the shadows to strike from unseen angles. Every time Lucan attempted a direct attack, Shade vanished into the gloom, leaving Lucan to strike at empty air.
Lucan gritted his teeth, frustrated. He knew that brute strength alone wouldn't be enough to overcome Shade. He needed to use the environment to his advantage. Lucan's eyes scanned the cavern, noting the uneven terrain and the scattered debris that could be used as weapons.
Shade emerged briefly from a shadow, attempting another surprise attack. Lucan dodged, barely avoiding the strike. As Shade retreated, Lucan formulated a plan. He needed to force Shade into a position where he couldn't escape or blend with the darkness.
8th Bonus Chapter.