Affogato Cookie stood over a collection of different materials for spells and rituals at where the Cookies of Darkness currently resided in Beast-Yeast.

He delicately added a pinch of finely ground Candyceps powder, which instantly made his rune glow, almost mimicking the perfect pour of milk into dark coffee.

"Truly, the things one must do to maintain control," Affogato Cookie sighed dramatically, adjusting the violet band on his braid. "You would think for an organization dedicated to darkness, they'd have better quality control on their fungal imports. This Candyceps is barely potent enough to turn a simple Sugarcane Gnome, let alone take over Earthbread."