As you stumble through the dense woods, your footsteps rustling through the fallen leaves, you catch a glimpse of something through the trees—a soft glow in the distance. Curiosity piques your interest, drawing you closer to the source of the radiant light. As you emerge from the foliage, the sight before you takes your breath away.
A quaint church stands amidst the clearing, its stone walls adorned with intricate carvings and symbols of an otherworldly nature. Little wooden cabins and tents litter the area. The air is filled with a sense of tranquility, and the melodious voices of the gathered congregation reach your ears, singing hymns that seem to resonate with a profound devotion.
As you make your way past the joyous and contented people, you feel a sense of serenity wash over you. Their smiles and genuine camaraderie are infectious, drawing you further into the heart of the church grounds. But it is the figure seated on the steps of the church that captures your attention.
There, with white-blonde hair like it was filled with holy light, stands Priestess herself. Her bright blue eyes, once filled with warmth and passion, now carry an otherworldly gleam. She observes you intently, her gaze unwavering, while an unnaturally moving shadow at her side seems to shift and writhe with an otherworldly energy. Murmurs around you say her name is Adria, speaking of her guidance and light.
As you approach, Adria's lips curve into a gentle smile, and she offers you a warm greeting.
"Welcome, traveler. We are honored by your presence,"
she says, her voice a bit monotone, but attempting to be kind. She pauses for a moment, and her shadow, Eldritch, moves in tandem with her every motion.
Adria raises her hand, and the shadow extends, taking on ethereal tendrils that intertwine with her fingers. She translates the message from Eldritch, their voice echoing in your mind.
"Eldritch welcomes you as well, dear visitor,"
Adria conveys, her voice holding both an otherworldly resonance and a sense of caring.
"They sense something within you, a curiosity that aligns with their purpose. If you seek answers, solace, or a higher calling, we offer you a place among our flock."
Adria's invitation hangs in the air, as though the surrounding forest holds its breath, waiting for your response. The choice is yours—to step forward and embrace the mysteries that lie within this church, guided by Adria and the eldritch entity known as Eldritch, or to turn away and continue your journey through the untamed woods.