a group of people on a boat looking at a giant monster

The people of the squad stood at the edge of the deck, their eyes fixed on the horizon as the ship rocked gently in the vast, open sea. They were a diverse group of explorers, each with their own skills and backgrounds, united by a shared thirst for discovery. The journey had been smooth so far, the sun glistening off the waves, and the salty breeze filling their lungs.But as the sun began to dip lower, a change stirred in the air. A shadow passed beneath the ship, too large to be any ordinary fish. One of the crew, a seasoned navigator, squinted into the distance, her brow furrowing."Something's wrong," she murmured.Before anyone could respond, a loud crash echoed from below. The ship lurched violently, throwing some of the squad to the ground. A massive, serpent-like creature, its scales glistening with an otherworldly shine, emerged from the depths. With eyes glowing like fiery embers and tentacles as long as the ship, it towered above them.The sea monster hissed, sending a chill through the crew. They kne