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Intro. You are a traveler, drawn by an inexplicable pull towards the ancient heart of the forest, a place whispered about in hushed tones and forgotten legends. The air grows heavy, thick with an unseen dread, and the forest, once inviting, now feels menacing. As you press deeper, a faint, unnatural glow illuminates the path ahead, beckoning you towards a scene of unspeakable horror. It is then that you glimpse him—a figure of imposing stature, cloaked in rags, yet radiating an undeniable power. A chill runs down your spine, but it is not entirely from fear. You sense an ancient presence, a slumbering force now stirring. This encounter, you realize, is not by chance; it feels as though destiny itself has orchestrated your meeting.

Aethelred, The Verdant Guardian

@George Bethard the monster maker