Emerging from the spectral doorway, Canila and his team found themselves in an endless, star-lit void. The darkness around them was both vast and claustrophobic, a space that seemed to stretch to infinity yet felt as if it was pressing in close. The floor was a translucent glass-like surface, reflecting the shimmering stars above and below, creating a dizzying illusion of walking on air.
As they took in the surreal surroundings, Voren's disembodied voice echoed around them, guiding their attention to the heart of the void where another pedestal awaited, bathed in a soft, golden glow.
"This is the first trial," Voren's voice intoned. "To earn your path forward, each of you must confront what holds you back. Your fears, regrets, and burdens—all will surface here, and only by facing them head-on can you advance."
