"I don't want to cut too many trees," Horizon said casually. "They're essential for good air circulation and shade for my future home."
The spirit chuckled again, clearly amused by his pragmatism. "Even so . . . you are the first player in Singing Grove to meet the requirements."
"Requirements? For what?" Was this going to be a quest? Horizon thought.
"To face Kothar," Atalanta replied, her voice deepening, filled with ancient weight. "And to defeat him."
"Kothar?"
"Kothar, a twisted Lizardfolk, lost within the Gloomy Woods, stumbled upon a forbidden relic. This relic allowed him to forge a dark pact with a powerful demon patron.