Chapter 817: Chapter 817: Descent into Madness

The Abyssal Chasm yawned before the Guardians, a vast and seemingly endless void of darkness. The air was heavy with a palpable sense of dread, and the shadows seemed to writhe and pulse with a malevolent energy. The guide, an enigmatic figure with a stoic demeanor, led the way into the chasm, his movements sure and deliberate despite the encroaching darkness.

The descent began as a narrow, winding path cut into the rocky walls of the chasm. The walls were slick and uneven, forcing the Guardians to move with caution. Their torches flickered dimly, barely penetrating the oppressive gloom that surrounded them. The deeper they went, the more distorted the shadows became, creating eerie and shifting patterns on the walls.