Dominion of the Lost Gate
The newly claimed World Spire hummed with ancient resonance, casting pale blue light across Verdant Hollow as dawn broke. From its apex, Riku could see the entire valley his territory, his people, and his purpose.
> [Legacy Throne: World Spire – Active] [Territory Buff: Etherial Insight – Strategic foresight extended 20% further. Enemy aura fluctuations now detectable within a 1-mile radius.]
He inhaled deeply.
The wind tasted different.
Behind him, Ayumi approached with a datapad of system reports. "Supply routes from the northeast have stabilized. The outpost near Mossfang Hills is online."
"And the anomaly?" Riku asked.
She tapped the screen. "Still fluctuating. We've sent scouts. Jin will meet them halfway. If it's divine—"
"It is divine," Riku cut in. "I saw it."
Ayumi blinked. "You... saw?"
"I can feel divine pressure now," he said. "The system unlocked more than just skills. I see where the veil thins. Where gods have touched."
