The Second Apex War—one of the most cataclysmic events to ever scar the world—was unfolding right in front of his eyes. A war so devastating that its very existence was nearly erased from history, leaving behind only whispers in ancient texts.
And here he was, expected to navigate through it, survive it, and somehow rewrite the course of fate.
He let out a bitter laugh under his breath. Yeah, no pressure. Yet, despite the enormity of the task, he knew he had to go through it. The only path was forward, through blood and fire. The only question that remained was how.
Thankfully, scouting the Gorgor Mountains had yielded one potential solution: the abandoned fortress perched on the mountain pass.
The ruins were ancient, yes, but defensible. If used correctly, they could serve as the foothold needed to slow the Demon Lord's forces.
