"…the Keymaster of Ascendria."
As Aldred processed the revelation that the woman before him was Astrea, the Keymaster of Ascendria, he couldn't help but feel a mix of curiosity and trepidation. He looked at Astrea, waiting for her to elaborate on the nature of Ascendria.
Astrea sighed, as if she could read the questions written on Aldred's face. "Ascendria is not a tangible place like your world. It exists in the interstices of reality, a convergence point for cosmic energies and the essence of knowledge. Those who seek it must navigate through the Veil of Shadows and overcome various trials, both mental and physical."
Aldred's brow furrowed. "Trials? What kind of trials?"