The sun was nearly setting as Kenji and his followers left their hideout on the forest's edge. The cold air began to bite, and the tall shadows of trees blurred their vision. Though Kenji's heart was filled with new spirit after discovering the human book and teaching strategy, he remained cautious. The Orc world was full of dangers—especially from within their own clan.
Encounter with Snagga
A few weeks earlier, Kenji had saved a young Orc named Snagga during a small skirmish against another group. Snagga, who was disabled and often overlooked by the larger clans, felt indebted to Kenji. He joined Kenji's group loyally, seeming eager to help build change.
But no one could have guessed Snagga's hidden intentions.
Grommash's Devious Plan
Grommash, still nursing pain and vengeance from his defeat at Kenji's hands, was determined to eliminate the rising leader threatening his dominance. Upon hearing about Kenji's new strategic changes, Grommash grew paranoid and vigilant.
He sent Snagga as a spy disguised as a loyal follower to Kenji, secretly carrying messages back to Grommash to trap Kenji.
The Night of Betrayal
One dark night, while Kenji's group rested in a small cave, Snagga approached Kenji with a panicked face.
"Kenji, bad news. Grommash has found our location. He and his troops will attack soon," Snagga said hurriedly.
Kenji, experienced as he was, sensed something off, but he trusted Snagga—perhaps too quickly.
Sudden Attack
Shortly after, Grommash's forces suddenly stormed Kenji's hideout. Shouts and clashing weapons shattered the night's silence.
Kenji and his followers prepared to defend themselves but were caught in a well-planned ambush.
Fierce Battle
Amid the chaos, Kenji faced Grommash once again. This fight was more brutal and deadly. Fueled by rage and vengeance, Grommash attacked fiercely.
In a critical moment, Grommash's strike hit Kenji's left eye. Excruciating pain spread as blood poured down. Kenji fell, nearly losing consciousness.
Emergency Escape
Seeing Kenji badly wounded, some loyal followers tried to protect him and carve a path for escape.
Snagga, who had been trusted all along, held back some Orcs to prevent them from rescuing Kenji.
Yet, thanks to the strength and strategies he had learned, Kenji managed to turn the situation and flee with a few followers.
Loss and New Awareness
After escaping, Kenji stood at the edge of a ravine, staring at the blood flowing from his eye. His left eye was gone, and the world around him looked different—dark and blurry on that side.
Despite the heavy physical loss, Kenji felt something different inside. That wound was not just a defeat but a gateway to new power.
Burning Vengeance
Kenji sat on a rock, holding his bleeding eye socket. He gazed deep into the forest that had witnessed Snagga's betrayal.
"I won't forget your betrayal, Snagga. I will repay this," he whispered with a trembling voice full of anger.
The New Eye: A Beginning
That night, in solitude and pain, Kenji began to feel a strange change within himself. The wound where his eye once was seemed to open a space filled with dark energy.
The energy spread slowly, forming a new eye in place of the lost left one. The eye glowed red, radiating mysterious light and power Kenji had never known before.
New Skill Awakens
Kenji realized this was no ordinary wound. His lost eye had been replaced by something stronger—an eye with the ability to see in total darkness, and an aura that could instill fear in his enemies.
Night Vision: The ability to see clearly in complete darkness, allowing Kenji to move and fight unhindered even without light.
Fear Aura: An aura that naturally emits fear to opponents nearby, weakening their morale and combat effectiveness.
Rise of the True Leader
With this new power, Kenji felt the drive to rise again and continue the fight. The betrayal and injury he suffered were not signs of weakness but fuel for a greater revolution.
He knew the road ahead would not be easy, but with loyal followers and his new strength, Kenji was ready to face any threat.
He looked up at the star-filled night sky, his determination burning bright.
"You think I'm defeated? I'm just getting started," Kenji whispered.