The final trial was the most daunting: to confront the heart of the Sanctum, a being of pure, unadulterated energy known as the Echo. The Echo was said to hold the secrets of Aethoria's creation, but it was also rumored to be a doorway to madness.
The figure stepped forward, revealing a tall, imposing man with eyes that burned like stars. He introduced himself as Xaren, the guardian of the Sanctum. Xaren explained that the library was a nexus of powerful energies, and that those who disturbed the balance would suffer the consequences. the best of forbidden
saw the band leaning into a heavier, more oppressive sound. The final trial was the most daunting: to