Lysander, miraculously unscathed, found himself adrift in a sea of grief and confusion. The Crimson Keep, once a symbol of power and prestige, now reeked of death and despair. His family, his legacy, extinguished in a single, brutal attack.
Driven by a burning thirst for vengeance, Lysander sought solace in the forbidden archives, desperate for answers. Deep within the labyrinthine depths, he discovered a hidden chamber, its walls adorned with cryptic symbols and ancient runes. Within, he found an unexpected ally: a reclusive sorcerer named Kaelen, his eyes ancient and wise, his voice a low rumble that seemed to echo from the very depths of the earth.
Kaelen, sensing the boy's grief and the simmering rage within, offered him guidance. "The path of vengeance is a dangerous one, young Lysander," he cautioned, his voice grave. "But it is a path that must be walked."
Under Kaelen's tutelage, Lysander began to hone his skills, learning the art of combat, the subtle dance of swordplay, and the secrets of ancient magic. He discovered a strength within himself he never knew he possessed, a resilience forged in the fires of grief and a determination to avenge his fallen kin.