Random Adventurer's POV
"Hey, everyone! Did you see that stream?!" shouted one of the adventurers, practically crashing through the front doors of the guild hall. His voice echoed, instantly grabbing everyone's attention.
"Yeah, you're late, dumbass," one of my companions replied, already clad head to toe in battle-worn gear that looked built for war. His armor glinted under the dim lights, each dent and scratch telling its own story. "We're all here, gearing up for the fight."
"Wait, everyone's already ready?"
"Right as I saw the Princess bow to us, I couldn't sit still," he said, his voice heavy. "I grabbed my sword in the dead of night and came straight here. Didn't expect to find so many old-timers suited up, either. But here we are." He gestured around the room, where seasoned adventurers in well-worn armor tightened straps, checked blades, and shared grim nods.