Alex and the rest stared at the pockets of lava that covered the island, quickly gaining a new understanding of what the next trial was going to be.
The master of the trial, the fiery bird, returned as it began its explanation of the 7th trial.
"Reach the center of the island while avoiding the attacks of as many of the fire birds as you can. Beware! Each bird will be strong enough to kill you no matter how strong you are. The only way to avoid them is to hide from their senses. You may quit at any time. Only the first 5 to reach the center will pass. Good luck."
Having said as much, the bird vanished, leaving them with not another word.
Alex turned around, looking at the 12 other beasts that had passed. Each one seemed quite a bit more nervous than the last one. Two even looked as if they were going to give up before the trial even started.
