Chapter 5: The Priests Of The Golden Sun
As Eryndor stood there, trying to make sense of what had just happened, the priests began to move towards him. They formed a circle around him, their eyes fixed on his, and began to chant once more.
This time, however, the chanting was different. It was softer, more gentle, and seemed to be directed specifically at Eryndor. He felt a sense of energy building within him, as if the priests' chanting was awakening something deep within his soul.
Suddenly, one of the priests stepped forward, a small, delicate box in his hands. The box was adorned with intricate carvings and symbols, and seemed to be emitting a powerful energy.
"This is the Box of the Ancients," the priest said, his voice low and reverent. "It contains a powerful artifact, one that will help you unlock the secrets of your past and discover the true extent of your powers."
Eryndor's eyes widened as he gazed at the box. He could feel the energy emanating from it, and knew that it was something special.
The priest opened the box, revealing a small, crystal orb inside. The orb glowed with a soft, pulsing light, and seemed to be calling to Eryndor.
"This is the Orb of the Ancients," the priest said. "It contains the knowledge and power of the ancient ones. With this orb, you will be able to unlock the secrets of your past and discover the true extent of your powers."
Eryndor reached out a trembling hand, feeling a sense of awe and wonder. He knew that this was something special, something that would change his life forever.
As he touched the orb, he felt a surge of energy run through his body. He was filled with visions and images, memories of a past life that he had never known.
He saw himself standing on a mountaintop, surrounded by a group of robed figures. He saw himself wielding a powerful staff, channeling the energy of the universe.
And he saw himself facing a great enemy, a dark and powerful foe who sought to destroy all that was good in the world.
The visions faded, and Eryndor found himself back in the present, the orb still clutched in his hand. He felt changed, transformed by the power of the orb.
He knew that he had a great destiny ahead of him, a destiny that would take him to the farthest reaches of the mystical realm. And he knew that he was ready, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead.
The priests nodded in unison, as if they knew that Eryndor had been transformed by the power of the orb. They began to chant once more, their voices rising and falling in a haunting melody.
Eryndor felt himself being lifted off the ground, felt himself being transported to a different realm. He saw visions of ancient battles, of powerful magic and forgotten lore.
And when the visions faded, he found himself back in the temple, the priests surrounding him once more.
"You have been chosen," High Priest Arinthal said, his voice low and reverent. "You have been chosen to wield the power of the ancient ones, to use it for the greater good."
Eryndor nodded, feeling a sense of purpose and destiny. He knew that he had a great journey ahead of him, a journey that would take him to the farthest reaches of the mystical realm.
And he knew that he was ready.