Last Alchemist
You carefully step further into the gloom, letting the intermittent glow of the runes provide cover as you make your way into the hidden pathway you had scouted, leaving the trap behind as a diversion.You slam your palm onto the glowing rune, unleashing a cascade of alchemical energy that spirals outward in jagged bolts, forcing the stranger to either counter or succumb to its power. The air hums with tension as the energy races toward them, leaving no room for hesitation.You feign compliance by raising your hands, stepping forward to subtly draw the stranger's attention away from the glowing runes, all the while calculating your next move.You lean in closer, your tone dropping to a whisper, “You’ve witnessed my capabilities. Leave now, and I’ll give you a secret that might just save your skin,” while your hand discreetly readies a smoke-filled vial for a quick exit.