Ritual of the Fiery Phoenix

Inside a dark room, decorated with pieces of artifacts and weapons all over, a large circular pool filled with clear water about knee-deep was placed in the middle. Floating in its center was Will, robed in white ceremonial clothes and nothing else.

The water rippled with every beat of his heart, creating a sinusoidal wave that spread to the edge of the pool and back.

*BOOM!*

A loud drum beat, sending the calm waves of the water into turmoil. The beat was slow at first but gained intensity and speed as time went on. Along with its increasing rate, the stagnant energy in the space started fluttering all over the place.

*BOOM!* *BOOM!* *BOOM!*

The beating stopped abruptly; however, the energy around it remained in its excited state. If someone could see them, then they would realize that the energy was flowing along a path, circulating around the room.