The Pathways are mysterious, powerful forces that choose certain individuals to grant extraordinary abilities. Each Pathway is unique, and it links the chosen one to a specific type of power. The selection of a Pathway is random, and those chosen must face a trial to prove their worthiness. Only by surviving this trial can the individual fully unlock the potential of their Pathway.
The Pathways are deeply tied to the essence of the world itself, with each one reflecting an elemental force, an aspect of life, or a cosmic principle. Some Pathways grant control over the elements—fire, water, earth, air—while others might control more abstract concepts such as time, shadows, or fate. The true power of a Pathway, however, is often a mystery until the wielder undergoes their trial.
While the Pathways bestow immense power, they also come with a price. Each Pathway is tied to the individual's inner struggles, desires, and fears, often drawing on these personal elements to fuel the power. The trial to earn a Pathway is often grueling, testing the very limits of the chosen one's physical, mental, and emotional endurance.
In the end, the Pathways are both a gift and a curse—a force that grants power but demands sacrifices in return. Only the worthy can wield them fully.