The story begins in a small town nestled amidst mountains and desert. The town is renowned for a mysterious nearby cave called "The Shadow Cave".
* Walid: A seventeen-year-old, strong-built youth with piercing eyes that hint at his intelligence. He works with his friend Omar in the market, selling dates and grains. Walid is ambitious and intelligent but lives a simple life, knowing nothing of his lineage or abilities.
* Omar: A young man of Walid's age, with a cheerful and spontaneous personality. He is a skilled storyteller and always jokes with Walid to make him laugh. However, he hides deep secrets within himself.
While Walid and Omar were working in the market, a scream was heard from the outskirts of the town.
* The Stranger: "Help! The monsters... they're coming from the cave!"
People gathered, and everyone began whispering about the knights who were supposed to protect the town.
At that moment, a silver knight named Zaid appeared, a arrogant and domineering figure.
* Zaid: "No one enters the cave without permission. This place is dangerous for simpletons like you."
Omar laughed sarcastically: "Simpletons? If you entered the cave alone, you might come out trembling."
Walid pulled Omar aside to calm him down. At the same time, Walid felt something strange, as if the cave was calling him.
After nightfall, Walid decided to approach the cave.
* Omar: "I swear I won't leave you alone. I may be a fool, but I'll be your shadow in this dark place."
At the entrance of the cave, Walid felt a cold breeze hit his face as if welcoming him, while Omar laughed to hide his fear.
They entered the dark cave, where the walls were covered with mysterious engravings telling of the "Companions of the Shadows".
Suddenly, the first monster appeared:
* The Monster: A giant black scorpion, its eyes glowing red. Its tail contained deadly venom.
Omar tried to protect Walid, but he retreated slightly due to his limited strength.
Walid used his intelligence: He noticed the reflection of light on the cave walls and discovered the monster's weakness (its eyes).
He shouted: "Omar, distract it!"
Omar threw a stone at the monster, while Walid struck it with a precise blow that killed the scorpion.
After defeating the monster, a new engraving appeared on the wall, as if pulsating with life.
Whoever enters the cave and survives the first of its challenges is tested in spirit.
A small box appeared containing a map pointing to the depths of the cave.
* Omar: "A map? As if we needed more trouble."
Walid smiled: "If we don't go, who will discover these secrets?"
As they were leaving the cave, a large shadow stood at the end of the path, watching them silently.
* The Voice (Mysterious): "You have survived today, but the shadows are merciless."
Walid and Omar exchanged glances, a mixture of fear and excitement.