While patrolling her realm, Rena faced her first encounter with the shadow creatures that threatened her world. These beings, born from fear and despair, sought to corrupt the light around them. Rena fought valiantly, channeling her powers to push them back.
However, during the battle, she was overwhelmed, the shadows engulfing her in a suffocating darkness. In that moment of despair, Rena remembered Lysander's words—"Embrace your darkness; it can be your strength." Drawing upon her inner light, she managed to break free, illuminating the shadows with a burst of energy.
This encounter solidified Rena's understanding of her powers. She learned that darkness could be faced, not feared, and that her light could illuminate even the darkest corners of her realm. This newfound perspective prepared her for the challenges she would face in her destiny.