Man or a monster?

Alaric found himself for the beaches of Auster at night. The algae here illuminated the shore in a brilliant, admittedly beautiful, blue hue. He and his cane corso Maul strolled the edge of the shore, seemingly relaxing in the night. Alaric listened to the waves, their lulling washing over the sand. It was a peaceful night. He had no idea of the company that was about to join him. When the new scent filled the air, he sniffed at it curiously. His eyes squinted through the dark and he let out a warning call. "Who goes there?" He called out to the dark, Maul let out a low and deep growl.