Chapter 5: Solena's Warning
Jaden and Lisa meet Solena, an old swordswoman once close to Jaden in a forgotten life. She reveals the existence of the Blade Demon, whose sword can cut existence itself. Solena has fought him before—and barely survived. The trio agrees to travel into the Ruptured Lands where the Blade Demon is destroying entire regions without leaving a trace.
Tone: Foreshadowing, mystery, grief, rediscovered friendship.