The FORGOTTEN Kingdom

ng behind the remnants of their hurried refuge. The storm had abated, leaving a damp, misty morning

aden said, glancing at the sky. "From there, we can seek out

day's journey from here. It's known for its archives and

e on the forest as they traveled. "We should avoid attrac

roll, its cryptic instructions and warnings becoming increasingly familiar. The more she studied it, t

river. The town's architecture was a blend of stone and timber, with narrow streets lined with q

d prominently: the Arion Library and Archive. It was a well-respected institu

hment and ink. High shelves lined the walls, and scholars and stud

aged librarian with a sharp gaze looked up from

nd magical artifacts," Caden said. "We need to cons

specializes in ancient magic. His name is Professor Lorian. He's in the restricted

lief evident in her voice.

d Access." She knocked lightly before opening it. Inside, a tall man with silv

king your expertise," the librarian said,

essed them. "Welcome.

possession of an artifact and a scroll that describes an ancient ritua

. "This script is indeed ancient, and the ritual described here is quite complex. It a

. The box holds a dangerous power, and

"The Ritual of Binding requires specific conditions to be performe

at kind of consequences

el the power safely or release it entirely. If the power is released, it could

tly, spoke up. "What do we need t

ts and artifacts, each tied to different elements and forces. The ritual also r

re can we find these ing

obtained from a volcanic region, while the Tears of the Moon are found only during a lunar eclipse. Ot

," Fen said, determination in his voice.

items and their sources. However, be cautious. There are others

ns. The list of ingredients and artifacts was extensive, and their j

their shoulders. The safety of the world-and perhaps the balance of re

ese tasks," Caden said. "It's the only

whatever we've managed to find. And we need to st

d. "We'll

Fen, and Caden set out on their respective tasks. The journey ahead woul

was fraught with peril. But with resolve and unity, they faced the unknown, prep