This 'chapter' is often left out of Shinsen's story--it is rather small, which is the reason, and very minor, but it provides some insight on some of his experiences with dungeons.It was a few months later when I experienced my first defeat. I had decided to brave the depths of the Ragefire Cavern. The first beast I saw was a strange-looking snake; I would soon learn the cost of defeat. Upon attacking it, I noticed two things: first of all, my lightning bolt and flame shock had little effect on the monster. And second of all, the beast was coming straight towards me, much faster than any monster I'd ever experienced. Bracing myself and cursing my own foolishness, I bit in and attempted to hold my ground. I should have ran, however; the monster was too quick, and reduced me to shreds in moments. At that moment, I felt an odd sensation in my stomach, and all of a sudden, I could see myself on the ground. Looking at myself, all I felt was regret that I was too confident in my own abilities to consort with the spirits about this strange new beast. However, the spirits were merciful; they had made me 'die' before my life energies had really given out. My lesson learned, the hard way, I returned to the world of the living and left the cavern, determined to re-enter with a group.[Level 12
