As the darkness envelops us, a sense of foreboding settles over our group. I call out to Zeke, urging him to banish the oppressive darkness with his dreamwalking abilities. But to my dismay, Zeke's voice quavers with fear as he admits his powerlessness in the face of this malevolent force. Something is pushing back against him, preventing him from dispelling the dread that surrounds us.
In the suffocating darkness, Faye and Dior cling tightly to me, seeking reassurance in the face of uncertainty. Tito, Aki, and Tia draw closer, their presence offering a glimmer of solace amidst the shadows. In the waking world, I've faced countless trials with unwavering confidence, but here, in this nightmare realm, I feel utterly vulnerable, my confidence shattered by the unknown threat that lurks in the darkness.