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Chapter 13 - 12. A New Companion in the High Elf Forest

Rian, Ria, Brunok, and Marielle were heading towards the High Elf Forest. This forest was a place filled with ancient magic and rare creatures, a land from which many legends were told. Passing between the giant trees, the party felt the mystical energy of the woods.

While exploring the depths of the forest, Ria stopped and tilted her head.

Ria: "Quiet... I think I hear something."

At that moment, the faint sound of a small whimper could be heard from a distance. The party cautiously approached the source of the sound. There, lying under the shade of a tree, was a large, heavily injured animal. It was a rare, wolf-like creature called a Silverfang, a powerful being with silver fur.

Rian: "That's a Silverfang... right? I've heard they're legendary wolves. A creature with such powerful strength, getting injured in a place like this."

Brunok approached cautiously, assessing the Silverfang's condition. However, the Silverfang was full of警戒, baring its teeth and glaring at Brunok.

Brunok: "Easy there, friend. We're not here to hurt you. We're here to help with your injury."

Brunok slowly extended his hand to calm the Silverfang, but the animal remained wary and continued to growl. Marielle spoke quietly from beside Brunok.

Marielle: "Brunok, it might be better to approach a little more carefully. We need to give the creature time to feel your true intentions."

Brunok took a step back and showed the herbs and bandages from his bag.

Brunok: "This will help treat you. We just want to help you here."

Brunok approached little by little, moving as slowly as possible. He examined the Silverfang's wound and prepared the herbs and bandages he would need. The Silverfang still hadn't let its guard down, but it began to react slightly to Brunok's sincere attitude.

Brunok spoke to the Silverfang in the gentlest voice he could manage, offering it a small piece of food.

Brunok: "You must have a reason to be this cautious. But we can help you. Eat this and get your strength back."

Moved by Brunok's patience and warm demeanor, the Silverfang finally began to eat the food from his hand. Brunok seized the opportunity to start treating the wound, carefully dressing it with the herbs and bandages.

Thanks to Brunok's persistent efforts, the Silverfang gradually began to calm down. For several days, the party stayed there, helping the Silverfang to recover. Brunok fed it and cared for it until its wound healed. The Silverfang, as if touched by Brunok's devotion, began to follow him.

Rian watched the scene and said with a laugh.

Rian: "Brunok, you're really amazing. I can't believe that powerful Silverfang is following you now."

Ria also smiled and added.

Ria: "If Silverfang joins our team, our combat strength will increase immensely. That's incredible, Brunok."

Marielle gently stroked the Silverfang's head and spoke cautiously.

Marielle: "It seems this creature sees you as its savior, Brunok. A bond like this is not easily formed. You have made a truly precious connection."

Brunok smiled and stroked the Silverfang's fur.

Brunok: "This friend is a member of our team now. There's only one reason it's following me. It realized that we can help each other."

The Silverfang slowly rose from beside Brunok and began to walk with the party. The Silverfang was now a powerful companion to Brunok and the team, and it would be a great asset on their journey.

With Silverfang joining them, the party gained the strength of a new ally. They were now ready to continue their journey in the High Elf Forest, moving forward as a stronger team with their new companion.

Rian: "We're stronger now. Silverfang, fight with us."

The Silverfang nodded, signaling that it was ready to join the new journey. The party, trusting in their strengthened teamwork and the power of their new companion, was ready to move beyond the High Elf Forest and face greater challenges.

Now, they would continue their journey to fight the darkness together and reclaim the light. This journey with Silverfang would open up many more possibilities, and their adventure would become even deeper and richer.

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Episode : Elissar, Queen of the High Elves

Rian's party arrived in the High Elf Forest, a place filled with ancient mystery and magic. The dense trees covered the sky, and the sunlight filtered gently through the leaves, creating an atmosphere as if time and space had stood still. They walked deep into the forest to meet the Queen of the High Elves, Elissar. Rian set down his greatsword, overwhelmed by the reverence the forest commanded.

Rian: "This place is truly marvelous... I can feel its ancient power."

Ria nodded and looked around.

Ria: "You're right. The High Elf Forest is always mystical, but this time, I feel an even stronger energy."

Brunok surveyed the area, his gun in hand. His hunter's instincts sensed something unstable in this forest.

Brunok: "It's beautiful here, but... something feels wrong. And it's not just because the magical energy is strong."

Marielle listened to him and added with a quiet smile.

Marielle: "The High Elf Forest is more than just beautiful. It is steeped in the ancient magic and heritage that has been protected for thousands of years. But darkness also coexists within it."

A palace made of giant trees began to appear in the forest. They were guided up a slow flight of stairs and entered the hall where Queen Elissar awaited. The queen sat on a high and majestic throne, surrounded by shining crystals and ancient magic. Elissar was a beautiful woman with silver hair and sharp blue eyes, but a dark aura lingered in her gaze.

Elissar: "The champions of Elysium have arrived. The helpers of King Merslin... Welcome."

Rian was momentarily overwhelmed by Elissar's dignity but calmly bowed his head in greeting.

Rian: "Queen Elissar of the High Elves, thank you for seeing us. We have come here at the request of King Merslin."

Ria also bowed her head gently and continued.

Ria: "Your Majesty, we came because we heard that darkness is once again casting its shadow over the High Elf Forest. Could you tell us what is happening?"

Elissar stared at them for a moment, then slowly rose from her seat and turned her gaze to the window overlooking the hall. Her expression was filled with anguish and complex emotions. Her voice was calm, but within it was suppressed anger and sorrow.

Elissar: "It has not been so long since King Merslin helped me... yet I cannot shake the feeling that the temptation of the ancient gods remains. Since the day the Blood Elves fell to corruption and split from us, the corrupted have appeared once more. The whispers of the ancient gods are still with us."

Elissar's eyes were fixed on the forest outside the window. Her silver hair trembled slightly, revealing her inner turmoil.

Elissar: "When the Blood Elves fell to corruption and betrayed us, the sorrow and rage were beyond words. At that time, I could not stop my sisters from being consumed by darkness. But now... the fact that other Elves have been born against our will enrages me. The power of the ancient gods has seeped into this forest, staining a part of us with darkness."

She felt the magical energy at her fingertips as if tracing old memories. The faintly glowing magic at her fingertips trembled, reflecting her internal conflict.

Elissar: "The Blight Elves, under the pretext of reclaiming their past glory, have allied with the Blood Elves and are gathering the artifacts of the ancient god-titans indiscriminately. Their goal is not simply to regain power. They intend to resurrect the ancient god, Na'ark. The revival of Na'ark means the destruction of this world. That is why they are trying to find the sealed magic and artifacts in the depths of our forest."

Rian listened to the queen's words, trying to understand the anguish and anger she felt. He, too, knew what it meant to lose a comrade and be betrayed, so Elissar's heart resonated deeply with him.

Rian: "Your Majesty, do you know what those corrupted Elves are after?"

Elissar slowly shook her head. Her eyes held a deep weariness and a dark resolve.

Elissar: "Their purpose is to revive the ancient darkness. They are seeking ancient, forbidden magic in the depths of the forest. That magic is something we sealed in the past... things we sacrificed to protect ourselves. I can no longer watch my sisters, my kingdom, be consumed by darkness."

Ria, sensing Elissar's dark and complex emotions, asked cautiously.

Ria: "Then... how can we help you? So that a tragedy like this never happens again."

Elissar let out a deep sigh and returned to her throne. Her eyes were a mixture of sorrow and anger, but there were also traces of determination. She looked at Rian and Ria and took another deep breath.

Elissar: "What you can do is simple. Seal the ancient darkness once more and purify the corrupted. We High Elves are fighting so as not to repeat our past mistakes. But without outside help, we may not be able to protect everything."

Brunok stepped forward and bowed his head to the queen.

Brunok: "Your Majesty, we will do our best to help you. It is our destiny to fight against the darkness."

Marielle approached the queen and spoke with a gentle, respectful tone.

Marielle: "The grace of the divine will be with us. Your Majesty, we will gather our strength and defeat this darkness so that the High Elf Forest may shine brightly once more."

Rian nodded, his resolve hardening. His eyes were filled with the will to ease even a fraction of Elissar's anguish.

Rian: "We will fight for you and the High Elf Forest, Your Majesty. Together, we will drive out this darkness."

Ria approached Elissar's side and took her hand.

Ria: "Your Majesty, we will do everything in our power to ensure the pain of the past is not repeated. Let's combine the strength of the High Elves and Elysium to drive out this darkness."

Elissar looked at Rian and Ria and managed a faint smile. Darkness still lingered in her eyes, but a small light of hope was beginning to kindle within it.

Elissar: "Yes, I need your courage. I think I finally understand why King Merslin sent you. Champions of Elysium, I ask you to protect the High Elf Forest and all of us."

Following Queen Elissar's directive, Rian's party prepared to head into the depths of the High Elf Forest. They once again took up their blades to confront the forces of darkness and the ancient secrets the High Elves sought to protect.

Marielle approached Elissar, bowed her head one last time, and said quietly:

Marielle: "We will be with you. Until the light rules this forest once more."

Queen Elissar watched them go, her heart filled with a desperate wish for the darkness in her forest to be lifted.

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