Back in Elysium, the atmosphere crackled with a new kind of energy. Canila and his team sensed it, as did every other guild worth their name. The announcement of guild cities had changed everything. It wasn't just about grinding levels or collecting rare loot anymore; it was about staking a permanent claim in the world. Those who dominated the guild cities would dominate Elysium itself.
As Canila scanned the latest update in his menu, Freya, with her usual perceptiveness, noted his far-off look and nudged him. "Penny for your thoughts?" she asked, arching an eyebrow.
He glanced at her, his eyes glinting with a mix of excitement and resolve. "The cities are just the start, Freya. This is going to be about influence, trade, and alliances. If we want to control one of these cities, we'll need resources, defenses, and allies we can trust. This is a whole new level of warfare."
