The battle had ended, but the aftermath was just beginning. The team had won, but not without some casualties. Touka had been injured during the battle and was currently recovering in the infirmary.
The artifact they had been fighting for was now in their possession, but they still didn't know its true purpose. They decided to bring it back to the academy to have it examined by the experts.
As they made their way back, they couldn't help but feel a sense of relief that the battle was finally over. Igniel, in particular, felt a weight lifted off his shoulders. He had never been in such an intense battle before, and the fact that they had won made him feel proud of himself and his team.
Once they arrived at the academy, they immediately took the artifact to the experts for examination. After several hours of analyzing it, they discovered that it was an ancient relic that had been lost for centuries. Its purpose was to open a portal to another realm, a realm that was said to be filled with unimaginable treasures and powerful artifacts.
The team was ecstatic at this news. They had never heard of such a place, and the thought of exploring it was both exciting and daunting. They knew that they couldn't do it alone, so they decided to enlist the help of other experienced adventurers.
Over the next few weeks, they traveled to different parts of the kingdom, seeking out the best adventurers they could find. They met some interesting characters along the way, each with their own unique skills and abilities.
Eventually, they had assembled a team of ten adventurers, including themselves. They spent several days planning and preparing for the journey ahead, studying maps and gathering supplies.
And so, their adventure began. They stepped through the portal, unsure of what lay ahead but filled with excitement and anticipation. Little did they know, they were about to face their greatest challenge yet.