Dawn broke over the fortress with a muted light that filtered through the heavy clouds lingering on the horizon. The aftermath of the night's battle was visible in the scattered debris and the weary faces of the defenders. Elara surveyed the scene from the fortress walls, her thoughts both reflecting on the victory and preparing for the challenges ahead.
The night had been a fierce clash, but the fortress had endured, its walls and defenders holding firm against the Abyss's relentless onslaught. The crystal's power had proven crucial in repelling the enemy, but its influence also carried a price, and Elara knew that the coming days would demand careful management of its energy.
