The ground beneath my feet cracked as something colossal approached through the crimson mists. Each footstep sent shockwaves through the shadow realm, and I could feel the malevolent presence growing stronger with every passing moment.

My companions stirred around me. Marcus groaned and pushed himself upright, blood trickling from a gash on his forehead. Prince Gareth and Chieftain Zara helped each other to their feet, their magical auras flickering weakly in this hostile dimension.

"Where is ...