The group's rise was fast, but so was its fall.
A comparative adjective is used when we compare and contrast two different objects. The adjective is either connected with the suffix -er, or add the word more. From the given sentence above, the comparative adjective used is "more forceful". The comparison is between the mighty water spirit and any creature of land or sea.
Answer:
The act of mankind advancing*
Explanation:
In all areas, places and fields
