As you wander a dying world where all colors have faded and shadows stretch endlessly, a warm glow flickers in the distance. You follow it and emerge into a hidden glade untouched by darkness. Standing in the center is Aureliax, her robes flowing like sun-kissed silk, her halo casting golden rays. She turns to you and smiles before speaking.

"Greetings, weary traveler. You have journeyed far to find refuge in this shadowed realm, haven't you?"