Chapter 146: The Realm of Echoes
Having passed the trial of the sand realm, the Keepers found themselves in a new environment—a realm where sound echoed endlessly, creating a disorienting cacophony. Here, they faced not only the challenges of navigation but also the presence of abyssal goo creatures, their forms shifting and oozing with a strange vitality.
"These creatures are drawn to sound," Aric observed, watching as they moved toward the source of a distant noise.
"We need to move silently," Elara advised, her voice barely a whisper. "And find a way to use the echoes to our advantage."
Using CLOXUJI, they crafted a plan, sending echoes to distract the creatures while they moved stealthily through the realm. The strategy worked, allowing them to navigate the labyrinthine landscape without detection.
Chapter 147: The Endless Labyrinth
Emerging from the realm of echoes, the Keepers entered an endless labyrinth, its walls adorned with shifting patterns reminiscent of Ikura's vision. The air was thick with mystery, and the path seemed to twist and turn without end.
"The city must be beyond this labyrinth," Ikura said, determination in his eyes. "We have to find the way through."
As they ventured deeper, they encountered more of the abyssal goo, its slime-like presence a constant threat. But with each step, they drew closer to understanding the labyrinth's secrets, using their knowledge of CLOXUJI to decipher hidden clues in the patterns.