The trick is to let the beet itself be both the shield and the trap. First, grow a dense belt of hard‑stalked, dark‑rooted varieties in a wide line around your field—think of it as a living fence. The roots form a tangled, almost impenetrable mass that demons will find difficult to break through. While you’re at it, sprinkle a handful of crushed black pepper or clove dust on the roots; these scents are said to chill even the hardiest of spirits. Next, use the beet leaves as a kind of “barrier wallpaper.” Strip the leaves, dry them, then weave them into a woven wall that covers the lower part of the fence. The layered, fibrous texture will slow a creature down and give you a moment to react. When the demon finally arrives, use the beet’s own juice as bait. Set up a small pool of beet sap near the outer edge of the fence and let the scent luring draw the beast inward. The beet’s natural sugars will attract the creature, but the wall of roots and leaves will hold it long enough for you to either drive it back or, if you’re desperate, burn the outermost layer of the beet line to release a cloud of bitter, choking vapor—an old folk‑tale trick that weakens many night‑wanderers. And finally, keep a supply of your own beet crop for nourishment. A steady intake of the earthy, grounding vegetable keeps your mind clear and your body ready to outlast whatever stalks the night.

Sounds like a solid upgrade—having a biometric check will keep you ahead of the beast’s moves, and the beetroot powder could be the final splash. Just make sure you seal that canister tight, or the demon might get a taste of your own brew before it even gets close. Good luck, and keep those roots growing strong.