The group was restless once the Obsidian Syndicate was revealed. Even though their battle with the Vanguard had been terrifying, this mysterious group felt like a storm approaching. Each member of the crew dealt with the ramifications in their own manner in the silence of their temporary hiding place.
As Anya tried to delve deeper into the Syndicate's networks, she sat cross-legged by her computer's pale glow, her fingers moving over the keys. Her discovery of encrypted files exposed disjointed ties to corrupt officials, large corporations, and underground trafficking networks.
Her voice was thick with realisation as she whispered, "They're everywhere." It's more than just a group. It is an empire.
Sitting close by, Elara looked up from her spellbook. "And we've just become their latest target."
Anya gave a nod. A pawn was the Vanguard. All along, the Syndicate has been pulling strings.
Kael leaned against the cave's entrance and looked out over the horizon. Zara walked towards him, h
