Story 225: Descent into Shadows

Damien led Lena and Marek through the dark passages of the sanctuary, the echo of his vision with the Zombie King haunting his every step. The knowledge he’d gained from the Rite of Reckoning burned in his mind—a curse and a gift. He had learned the Zombie King’s weakness, but it came with a chilling revelation: to sever the undead ruler’s hold on the world, Damien would have to tap into the same dark magic that had corrupted him.

The trio reached a narrow cavern, its walls shimmering with eerie, rune-like symbols that glowed faintly in the darkness. The power here was thick, ancient, and unsettling, but it held the key to their mission’s end. The only way to reach the Zombie King’s lair was to pass through this hidden portal, but activating it required an intense focus of will—and blood.