LXXVIII: Uncovering
Further east, where the road circled a swamp, Glen consecutively scratched the new burns he acquired during their quest to save the Temple of Korbe.
His new burns were caused by green flames that danced in the air and attack any living beings that came too close to its location--this flame is commonly known as the Death Flame.
Glen was unfortunate to have come across a circle where a death ritual was being held in his scouting mission around the temple's vicinity--or rather, he was careless. He was used to depending on the Mark of Aros, belonging to one of the most dominant forces whether it be in the Mortal Plane or the Greater Planes. Angels. Even a single legion of these mighty beings can subjugate a lesser immortal plane. False gods and immortals are easily brought to absolution.
Although, the burn marks are showing no sign of healing, the Mark of Aros which contained light, life, creation and destruction in its sphere of influence, will eventually purify the Death Essence.