As the group settled into their surroundings, the presence of Alexander and Aric Stormrider added an unexpected layer of complexity to their already mysterious journey. The once-tied and bloodied brothers were now an integral part of their quest, and it was time to learn more about their ordeal and how it was connected to Dhazam, the enigmatic wizard.
Sitting in a circle, bathed in the soft, magical glow of the chamber's crystals, the friends engaged in a lengthy conversation. Aric Stormrider, the older of the two brothers, spoke first, recounting how he had been dispatched by his master, the King of the Wizards, to eliminate Dhazam, who had long been considered a threat to Magica. Aric had been armed with powerful spells and a mission to rid Magica of the rogue wizard.
