[Brinniel]

The black beast came on them suddenly. It appeared from nowhere as a fire breathing dragon. Though it appeared to be a dragon, Calentoliel knew it was much more dangerous. She could smell the magic on it as it came closer to the group, snarling. But what terrified Calentoliel the most was that she knew what this beast was. She had seen it many times in her dreams. It was a shapeshifter, the most deadly living creature ever known. Calentoliel took a deep breath. It would take more than swords to bring this beast down.

Once the menacing creature was close enough, the group attacked. Mattius led them, and was the first to bring his sword down on the shapeshifter. The beast flung him away, showing no sign of pain. Calentoliel tried to strike her opponent with her sword, but she was too slow. The beast saw her first, and fire shot out from its mouth. Luckily, Calentoliel reacted quickly and she jumped away from the flames just in time.

The creature was powerful, and Calentoliel knew that she must do something else. She did not wish to use her magic, though. It was not wise to use it so often, and she had only just regained her strength. She didn't even know if her magic would do any damage to the shapeshifter. Her magic was powerful, but not nearly as powerful as what magic Radagast and the mysterious woman had. But Calentoliel knew that soon there would be no other choice. Eventually, she would have to use her song. But not yet, she thought.

Crying out in rage and fear, Calentoliel began to run towards the beast, ready to strike again. But this time a hand held her back.