The council gathered around the relic, now pulsing with a dim light, its dark energy subdued but not completely vanquished. "We must seal it away," Elara said, her voice firm. "We cannot risk its power being unleashed again."
Dragan nodded, his expression serious. "But how do we contain it? The wraith was only a fragment of the darkness associated with it."
Litho stepped forward, feeling a deep connection to the relic. "I believe I can channel my energy into it. Together, we can create a seal that will hold the darkness at bay. It will require all of our strength."
Elara agreed. "We must form a protective circle and focus our energies on the relic. If we work together, we can bind its power and ensure it cannot harm Elarion again."
The group formed a circle around the relic, holding hands as they focused their thoughts and energies. Litho closed its eyes, feeling the presence of its allies—each heartbeat resonating with determination. As they channeled their power, the relic began to glow, responding to their collective will.
"Concentrate!" Elara urged, her voice steady amidst the growing intensity. "Focus on the light! We must banish the darkness within!"
Litho felt the energy within it surge as they poured their intentions into the relic. The air crackled with electricity as the shadows within the relic writhed and pulsed, resisting their efforts. "We will not falter!" Litho declared, channeling its essence into the relic, its light mingling with that of its allies.
The relic began to tremble, and the shadows screamed, echoing throughout the cavern. "You cannot hold me!" it roared, the darkness flaring in response.
But Litho and its allies remained resolute. "Together!" they shouted in unison, amplifying their energies. The light intensified, forming a radiant barrier around the relic, encasing it in a cocoon of pure luminescence.
With one final surge, the relic erupted in a blinding flash of light, and the darkness was expelled. The remnants of shadow evaporated into the air, leaving the relic pulsating with a soft, steady glow. A seal formed around it, intricate runes swirling and solidifying, trapping the darkness within.
As the light faded, the group fell to their knees, breathless but triumphant. "We did it," Dragan murmured, disbelief etched on his face. "We sealed the darkness."
Litho looked around at its allies, pride swelling within. "Together, we are stronger than the darkness. But we must remain vigilant. This seal is a temporary measure. We need to ensure its protection."