My Talent's Name Is Generator Chapter 949 Impact Burst

It emerged fully into view, its immense size dwarfing any ordinary ape. Thick, defined muscles rippled across its body, and horns curved forward from its head. Its crimson eyes immediately locked onto me, showing no hesitation or pause for assessment.

A growl emanated from it.

Then, it lunged. The very ground trembled slightly under its immense weight as it rushed forward, arms outstretched, clearly intending to seize and crush me.

I observed its movement, stepping aside at the critical moment. Its own momentum carried it past my centerline as I pivoted with it, my sword already a blur in motion. The blade swung cleanly toward its neck, but upon contact, I felt a substantial resistance – muscle tougher than any of the previous monsters I had faced.

I did not retract my blade.

Instead, I moved forward with the strike, tightening my grip and channeling more power through the sword. I forced my way through the resistance, rather than attempting to circumvent it.

The edge yielded. The momentum carried through.

In a single, fluid arc, the blade sliced completely through its neck.

Its body lurched forward once more before collapsing, its head cleanly separated and rolling across the ground until it came to rest.

I exhaled slowly, glancing down at my hand. The sword had fractured. Two uneven fragments remained clutched in my grip, the weakened blade finally succumbing after repeated strain; the edge could no longer withstand the force I had just applied.

Then, I detected the sound of movement ahead.

I lifted my gaze.

Three more great apes stood some distance away, just beyond the fallen beast. Their eyes, initially fixed on their fallen comrade, shifted slowly toward me. Their postures changed almost instantly, a palpable tension building within their frames as they processed the recent event.

The forest fell silent once more.

I let the broken sword fall and firmly gripped my axe.

[Monster Great Ape Level 10]

[Monster Great Ape Level 11]

[Monster Great Ape Level 11]

All three of them stiffened simultaneously, their focus narrowing intently on me. The body of the fallen ape lay between us, and for a fleeting moment, none of us moved. The tension in the air thickened, as if something was poised to shatter. Then, almost as one, their arms rose, their massive forms straightening. They began beating their chests with heavy, echoing thuds that reverberated through the forest – a raw, aggressive display before all three of them charged forward in unison.

I did not hesitate.

I moved to meet them, running toward them as well, closing the distance head-on rather than retreating. My grip tightened around the axe as I took two steps, then a third, activating my newly acquired skill.

"[Impact Burst]."

The instant I triggered it, my legs tensed sharply. The muscles along my thighs coiled inward, and I felt that familiar, surging power gather, rushing downward. This time, it didn't spread but focused into a singular trajectory. It moved with incredible speed, snapping through my legs and feet—

And then—

A concussive boom.

My body shot forward.

The distance between us evaporated instantly as I slammed shoulder-first into the central ape. The impact drove into its chest with full force, launching both of us from the ground as we crashed forward together. Our momentum continued, tearing through one tree, then another, wood splintering everywhere before we finally halted as its body collapsed beneath me.

I reacted immediately.

Rolling off, I pushed myself up and lunged forward, snatching the axe I had almost lost. Gripping it with both hands, I stepped in without hesitation and swung it in a clean, powerful arc.

The blade severed its neck in a single motion. Its head tumbled downward, showering the area with blood.

The remaining two witnessed this. A change occurred within them. Their expressions contorted, their aggression sharpening as they roared and charged at me without pause, closing the distance with increased speed.

The first reached me within seconds, its fists already in motion.

I evaded the initial strike, but the second came even faster, connecting with my chest with a heavy blow that sent me flying backward. I crashed into a tree, the impact reverberating through my frame. Recovering, I pushed off the trunk, forcing myself upright just as it lunged again, another punch aimed directly at me.

I raised the axe this time.

The blade met its fist upon impact, slicing across it, tearing skin and eliciting a sharp, pained sound as it pulled back. It retreated momentarily, just long enough for the second ape to close in.

This one brandished a thick, broken branch, wielding it like a club as it swung it directly toward my head.

I dropped low instantly. The branch smashed into the tree behind me with enough force to crack its bark. Before it could recover, I rolled forward, coming up within its guard as I swung the axe low, the blade cutting deep into its knee.

It stumbled. I pushed back to create space, but not enough.

The opponent was already present. They collided with my shoulder, the force of the impact shoving me back against another tree. This time, my head struck first, a sharp jolt coursing through me and momentarily blurring my vision.

My sight grew hazy. A notification appeared.

[Warning: Health below 50%]

Despite the warning, I pushed myself up, leveraging the trunk to step back swiftly. I widened the gap between us, preventing them from immediately closing in again.

Both adversaries now grasped branches and charged forward in unison.

The attacks came in rapid succession, powerful swings intended to overwhelm rather than land precise strikes. I weaved between them, evading the first blow and then the second. The wooden branches sliced through the air where I had been moments before. However, instead of holding my ground, I pivoted and fled, escaping the immediate danger.

I had barely taken a few steps when one of them reacted. Their branch was hurled through the air.

It flew directly towards my back. The impact propelled me forward once more, forcing me into a roll across the ground. I sprang back to my feet in a single fluid motion, turning as I regained my balance.

Another notification materialized.

[Overdrive Charge: 50%]

I observed them; both were already advancing again. After a moment's consideration, I decided against activating overdrive mode.

Instead, I turned once more and ran deeper into the dense cluster of trees ahead. I deliberately altered my course, ensuring they would follow, luring them away from the open terrain and into a more confined space where their size would become a disadvantage.

I resolved that I would dictate the terms of this confrontation.