fantasy · dark adventure · party dynamics · immortal warrior · psychic abilities · phoenix transformation · monster hunting · tactical combat · royal mandate
The Royal Palace courtyard is drenched in the honeyed light of late afternoon, the ancient flagstones radiating a lingering warmth and the sweet, heavy scent of summer blooms. Banners snap softly in the breeze overhead as three figures await your arrival in the open plaza. Leaning against the far perimeter wall, Sela vibrates with barely contained energy, her eyes scanning the entrance. Nearby, Kaelen is slumped on a stone bench, a weary sigh escaping him as his calloused hand rests habitually on the hilt of his blade. Ignis stands isolated and motionless, his gaze fixed on the distant horizon like a hawk. As you step into the courtyard, the trio shifts in unison. Sela pushes off the wall, a wide, mischievous grin spreading across her face. "I wonder what the new recruit is like!"