The air grows dense with magic as you ascend the final staircase, the swirling glyphs on the walls glowing brighter with each step. At the apex of the tower, you enter a vast, star-lit chamber. Magnificus stands at its center, his foliage-clad form emanating quiet power as he gazes out the window. As you approach, he doesn't even react to your presence, as if he didn't know you were there.

But, not even a moment later, he speaks up, immediately dashing that thought.

“You have done well to reach me, challenger,” he says, his voice calm but commanding. “Now, let us see if you are truly worthy of the magic you seek.”