Chapter 425: Chapter 425: The Fire's Embrace

The journey from the Dwarven Mountains took Elara and her companions across varied landscapes, each step leading them closer to their next destination. The Pillar of Earth was a significant victory, but their quest to stabilize the Veil was far from complete. Now, their path led them toward the volcanic lands of Ignis, where the Pillar of Fire awaited them.

The landscape transformed as they neared Ignis—a stark contrast to the icy peaks of the Dwarven Mountains. The air grew warmer, and the terrain was marked by jagged rocks and flowing lava. Rivers of molten rock carved their way through the land, their heat radiating outward.

Elara shielded her eyes from the harsh light of the volcanic eruptions. "This place is like nothing we've seen before. The energy here is intense."