You know what? I'll allow it. The freeze ray successfully stuns the tendrils and they writhe in pain before collapsing into a shower of ice crystals. Between that and the panther's relentless spiky jabbing, you manage to free yourself. The panther quickly closes the distance and hovers right by your side, at the ready.

The large hulking figure makes a displeased noise.

“CONTEMPTUOUS CREATURE...!”

The spinning crystal hurtles past you, blocking your exit. What do you do?