The Gateways of Light and Shadow

Chapter 100: Convergence of Shadows

The morning sun, stretched the shadows across Eldoria, as the heroes converged upon the headquarters of the council, their hearts heavy since the events of the past days. The ritual to seal the dark energy of the artifact had worked, but serenity was short-lived. Dark figures' schemes were far from done; now, their next step remained in darkness.

Ariadne, Seraphina, and Captain Leander stridden into the council's war room, where they would find Elder Elowen and the rest of the critical decision-makers. The room was festooned with maps, scrolls, and items from Eldoria of every description, telling the history of years of resistance against the gathering darkness.

Elder Elowen spoke to the circle in a grave, low voice. "The artifact is contained, buying us some time. However, we shall not now rest. Those dark figures will not keep quiet. We should know what they are up to and prepare ahead of them as well."

Ariadne nodded for the response. "The artifact was simply one piece in their str