A bear, sort of.

It has the look of a bear, but it's front legs are too long, having to bend at the elbow to match the height of the rear ones. The beast is also far too large to be a mere bear, easily standing nine feet tall when upright. Its black fur has a nearly metallic sheen, and its eyes glow orange.

The beast charges you, and you are ready. you sidestep at the last second, and bring your sword down on the back of the bear's neck.

And it bounces off.

It is as if the beast is made of steel, your blade does nothing. you dodge a swipe of the monster's claw, and strike again, this time aiming for its scything forelimb. your blade connects, and once more rebounds harmlessly.

you hop backwards to avoid another swing of the bear's claws, and jog backwards to gain some distance.

you can't pierce its skin, your sword is useless. you look at the beast as it starts to charge at you, and a question enters your mind.

Can I win this?