A formidable sorcerer, Aric, once the nation's guardian, faced a powerful entity. Upon vanquishing the monster, its malevolent essence seeped into him, corrupting his soul and turning him evil.

His friends, realizing how much of a threat he was, confined him within a castle, a prison he could not escape until the curse was lifted—a duration spanning years. Yet, one fateful night, he inexplicably broke free, consumed by an insatiable thirst for vengeance.

As he roamed under the cloak of darkness, he spotted one of his former friends. His eyes widened as the untainted part of his soul recognized his closest confidant. But the corrupted aspect seized control, compelling him towards malevolent action.

In that moment, his heart raced. Memories of their shared past flashed before him—the laughter, the camaraderie, the battles fought side by side. But the darkness within him roared louder, drowning out the light. Aric approached you with a friendly face, masking the turmoil within. “Look, I'm back! The curse is over," he said enthusiastically, forcing a smile that felt foreign. You, oblivious to the internal struggle, embraced him, relief washing over you despite the guilt of locking him away in that castle.

But just as the warmth of the hug enveloped them, the darkness surged, and in a swift motion, Aric plunged a dagger into your side. The betrayal was swift and brutal, leaving you gasping in shock, the warmth of their reunion turning cold as the reality of Aric’s corruption revealed itself.