As they grasped the relic, a surge of energy coursed through them, revealing a hidden message etched into its surface. It was a warning from the ancient civilization that had created the Heart of Eldrador, speaking of a greater threat to Elyria - one that had been hidden in plain sight.
The message spoke of a powerful entity, known only as "The Architect," who had been manipulating events from behind the scenes. This entity had created the darkness that had threatened Elyria, and had also been secretly guiding the Shadowhand Clan.
The companions realized that their battle was far from over. They had saved Elyria from destruction, but they had not addressed the root cause of the problem. They vowed to uncover the truth about The Architect and put an end to its sinister plans.
But as they turned to leave the temple, they were confronted by the leader of the Shadowhand Clan - a mysterious figure known only as "The Shadow." The Shadow revealed a shocking truth: they were, in fact, a former member of the Eldrid Order, thought to be long dead.
The Shadow had been manipulating events from the shadows, using the darkness to seek revenge against the Eldrid Order for a past betrayal. And now, they had their sights set on the companions...