章 1838: Shadow

Eighteen hours had passed since the inception of the expedition, and the celestial ruins were now bustling with magus from various factions. Humans and elves alike navigated the intricate and labyrinthine vaults, each hoping to make the most of their time within this mystic realm.

Most vaults had become a hub of activity, hosting a multitude of magus parties, each filled with eager individuals seeking to conquer the ancient and enigmatic temples. However, as the ruins were meticulously explored, it had grown increasingly difficult to locate an uncleared temple, and magus had resorted to clearing drones and constructs to earn the tiny celestial shards instead.

Within the water vault, a small group of five magus was fortunate to discover a yet uncleared temple. Recognizing the challenge that lay ahead and the substantial effort required to conquer it, the group decided to collaborate with another party, sharing both the rewards and the burdens of the task.