News of the High Priest's attack spread quickly, reaching the ears of those who opposed the Serpent's Coil. Leaders from across the land, weary of the encroaching darkness, began to gather at the monastery of Atheria, seeking guidance and forming an alliance against the impending threat.
Among the gathered were representatives from various factions: seasoned warriors, cunning diplomats, powerful sorcerers, and even a delegation from the dwarven clans, renowned for their strength and their mastery of ancient crafts.
Lysander, though young, was welcomed as an equal, his courage and his connection to the Sunstone earning him the respect of the assembled leaders. He felt a surge of hope, realizing that he was not alone in this fight, that there were others who shared his determination to protect the world from the encroaching darkness.