THE SYMBOLS. Eva. Eva's heart raced with a blend of fear and resolve as she clutched her staff, her hands shaking. The newly formed being that arose from the destroyed center was different from any foe they had encountered previously. The feeling of suffocation was overwhelming, a tangible darkness that seemed ready to engulf them."Remain united!" Eva yelled, her loud voice standing out among the commotion. "We must come together and fight united!"Xander shifted to stand next to her, his sword shining brightly with a fierce glow. "We are capable of accomplishing this, Eva. We simply need to have faith in one another.The Shadowborn surrounded them in a defensive circle, prepared with their weapons. The malicious light in the figure's eyes gleamed as it moved forward, its shape changing and turning in the darkness. With every step they took, the light in the chamber seemed to diminish, leading them further into darkness."Do you believe you have the ability to overcome me?" the fig
HAS IT ENDED? Xander. Xander stood in the eerie silence of the chamber, breathing heavily in ragged gasps. The heavy darkness that had engulfed the room just moments before lifted, giving way to a delicate sense of calm. He shared a look with Eva, who appeared just as tired but determined."Xander whispered hoarsely, 'We should leave this place.'"Eva gave a silent approval, and they started moving towards the exit, with the Shadowborn creating a defensive perimeter around them. The chamber's walls, softly glowing with the activated symbols, created an otherworldly setting for their careful withdrawal.As they arrived at the entrance, the earth trembled violently beneath them. Xander felt his heart drop as a low, vibrating sound enveloped the surroundings, bouncing off the solid stone surfaces. The ground split, revealing a smaller yet more malevolent figure than before."You have killed my servant," the figure said, its voice a chilling, eerie whisper that felt like it reached deep
CONVERGENCE OF FATE.Eva.Eva experienced the burden of the world on her shoulders while standing next to Xander, confronting the new danger that had appeared suddenly. This seemed to be the real origin of the darkness, the evil power that had planned all their pain. Her hold on her staff grew stronger, the determination inside her making the light flicker."We must not allow it to triumph," Eva proclaimed, her voice unwavering despite the fear eating away at her. "Every effort we have made has brought us to this point."Xander gave a nod, keeping his eyes on the dark figure approaching them. "We will put forth all of our efforts as a team."The character glided with a spooky elegance, with its eyes shining with a malevolent glow. A hand was raised, sending a surge of dark energy towards them. Eva and Xander prepared for impact, their combined light overpowering the darkness in a blinding clash.Eva sensed the effect resonate throughout her whole self, yet she stood her ground. "Pay a
STILL AT THE CHAMBER. Xander. Xander clutched his sword more firmly, sensing the gravity of his responsibility upon his shoulders. Next to him, Eva stood determined, her staff shining brightly with intense light. The real cause of the shadows, the being responsible for their pain, was now visible in front of them. Its shape changed and transformed, becoming a fearsome combination of darkness and malevolent force."This is the moment," Xander declared, maintaining a calm tone despite the fear eating away at him. "We must put an end to this definitively."Eva nodded, her eyes full of strong determination. "We have made too much progress to give up now, Xander."The eyes of the figure emitted a sinister glow as it moved forward, surrounded by a crackling aura of ominous energy. "You are simply tiny creatures in my magnificent plan," it whispered, its voice bouncing off the walls of the chamber. "You will face the burden of my authority and be overwhelmed."Xander lifted up his sword, t
THE STRONG WILL.Eva. Eva prepared herself as this new entity advanced, its sinister aura throbbing throughout the room. Xander stood next to her, his sword shining with intense resolve. They believed the war was finished, but this fresh danger showed they had only touched the tip of the iceberg of the darkness."Eva, don't you think we require a strategy?," Xander asked, speaking quietly and with a sense of urgency.Eva gave a nod while her thoughts were running wild. We have to give it our all, but this time we need to be more strategic. It's like this enemy surpasses all previous challenges in terms of strength.The entity's eyes shone with a cold gleam as it moved forward, its shape changing and flowing like a true shadow. "It hissed, calling them mere mortals." "You are unable to understand the strength that you are up against."Eva inhaled deeply, concentrating on the glyphs that were still dimly glowing on the walls. They had utilized the symbols in the past, however, their str
WILL THEY GET OUT ALIVE? Eva. Eva felt her heart drop as the soft humming sound spread through the air, a vibration that appeared to reverberate in her very heart. The room, previously a place of brightness, started to shake. She quickly looked at Xander, who had already tightened his grip on his sword, his eyes searching the room for the origin of the fresh danger.Xander muttered in disbelief and frustration, "This isn't possible." We emerged victorious over it. "We witnessed it fall apart."Eva's head shook, wearing a grim expression. Darkness can persist in life, even in seemingly hopeless situations. She looked towards the leader of the Shadowborn. We must stay ready for any situation. "It's possible that this isn't finished."Feeling the immediacy in her voice, the leader of the Shadowborn rallied his fighters. They created a defensive circle around Eva and Xander, with their weapons prepared. The noise increased in volume and intensity, causing the ground to fracture and brea
PRECURSOR OF SOMETHING BIGGER.Eva. Eva opened her eyes to a softly lit room, feeling the heaviness of tiredness still lingering on her. Looking around, she identified the weathered stone walls of a Shadowborn refuge. Xander was laying on a nearby cot, his chest moving up and down consistently. Relieved, she felt a wave of calm wash over her as they emerged victorious from the battle. However, a lingering unease still lingered on the edges of her mind.She slowly sat up, feeling every muscle protesting against the movement. The symbols that used to shine brightly are now inactive on the walls, their energy depleted. The room was silent, except for the occasional whisper of far-off discussions. Eva's eyes landed on her staff, leaning against the wall next to her. The crystal's tip was now dark, lacking the energy it used to have.Her attention was caught by the rustling noise at the entrance. The tall Shadowborn leader, with a commanding presence, entered the room. His gaze locked wit
THE LIGHTBEARER AND THE GUARDIAN.Xander.Xander walked through the sanctuary, the sound of his footsteps reverberating in the peaceful corridors. The Shadowborn were occupied with reconstruction, their morale boosted by the recent win. However, the sense of unease that persisted in his mind couldn't be shaken by him. The defeat of darkness lingered in his mind, haunting him with its echoes.He discovered Eva in the main room, engaged in a discussion with the leader of the Shadowborn. They were talking about ways to strengthen their defenses, making sure they would be ready for any potential dangers that might arise. Once their conversation lapsed, Xander moved forward.He asked Eva if they could have a conversation, speaking in a quiet voice.She nodded, politely leaving the leader and went to join Xander on the edge of the chamber. What are you thinking about?"He said, frowning, that it is the darkness." "I can't shake the feeling that we overlooked something. "There is more to thi