The group descended from the mountain plateau with renewed urgency. The knowledge they had gained from the Archive weighed heavily on their minds, but it also filled them with a sense of purpose. The Codex of the Elders was more than a relic of the past; it was a guide, a lifeline that could help them navigate the perilous path ahead.
As they reached the base of the mountain, the dense forest greeted them with its familiar embrace. The air was warmer here, the thick canopy shielding them from the harsh light of the sun. It was a stark contrast to the cold, barren heights they had just left behind.
"Do you think it's already too late?" Elias asked, his voice tinged with concern. "The Codex made it sound like the seals have been weakening for a long time. What if we're already out of time?"
