THE VEIL OF TWENTY MOON
Unexpected Allies
Before Luna could react further, smaller figures emerged from the shadows near the rift’s edge—creatures cloaked in molten energy, humanoid in shape but flickering like molten embers.
“They are called Emberkin,” Mira explained. “Ancient spirits tied to the Moonfire. They’ve awakened to assess the Moonbearer’s resolve.”
One stepped forward, extending a hand of molten gold. “Moonbearer,” it said, voice like flowing magma, “we are bound to the rift. Your mastery of the moons has been noted. To proceed deeper, you must accept our guidance and prove your unity with the Moonfire.”
Luna’s heart raced. “Guidance… how? What must I do?”