The layering in this image is:
Black orb - z1
Text - z2
Fist - z3
Speed portal - z4
You can't layer objects without this weird trait behind objects with it. This really bothers me as I'm trying to make a gradual fade on this background and since I can't layer objects that aren't hands in between the layers of the ground/trees making a blending screen or using glow is impossible. Is there any way to bypass this weird z layering? Any other solutions or ideas are also much appreciated.