Some time earlier.
Akiol sighed as he entered the home. Entering his room he placed his phone on the charger and laid down. His walk was pleasant, but he found the time alone with his thoughts too much to handle for now. So he opted to go home and rest.
As his phone booted back up several notifications made their presence known. Taking his time reading them Akiol soon realized his Party was in danger. Whatever Jarvis needed help with was out of their control. Making his way to the gaming pod he familiarized himself with as much details as possible. Although it seemed there was a lot missing.
Regardless he entered the game and found himself in the Gated Arena. Mira and Givale called out to greet him, but his expression quieted them. Dashing through the area he quickly came across the forest and searched about. Wrock had left a scorched palm mark at the area he was supposed to enter, along with a video on how to bypass the ward.
