Lira, the young mage with fiery hair, stepped forward. "Tiel, sir," she said, her voice filled with awe, "I've never seen the rune used with such potency before. How is it possible?"
Tiel's eyes gleamed with pride as he explained. "The Soul of Flame Rune is one of our Dynasty's most closely guarded secrets. It's a manifestation of the Soulfire essence we cultivate within our souls. Here, in the heart of the Crimson Geysers, its power is amplified beyond measure."
Another mage, an older man with a grizzled beard, spoke up. "But the drain on our Mana... it's significant. Can we maintain it for long?"
Tiel nodded gravely. "A valid concern, Koran. We'll need to be judicious in its use. But make no mistake – we'll need it. I can sense that we'll face far greater challenges ahead."
