ELDER-RAIN CORE // Memory 1.6: Etheio of the Ruins

(Word Count: 5100+) // Genre: Adventure // Fantasy // Sci-fi

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ELDER-RAIN CORE // Memory 1.1: Hello World! - by Tyhond (newgrounds.com)

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ELDER-RAIN CORE // Memory 1.5: Autumn Ruins - by Tyhond (newgrounds.com)

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ELDER-RAIN CORE // Memory 1.7: CORE Realization of Windi Anenstia - by Tyhond (newgrounds.com)

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Story Starts Here:

「Now is not the time, focus, the vessel is in a dangerous encounter with a boss! There isn't much you can do except watch them but in the case where they do fail, remember that they still have the goal and to never give up on it. 」

「The rest is up to them... 」

◇ ELDER-RAIN CORE ◇

[] Memory 1.6: Etheio of the Ruins []

<> Location <> Autumn Ruins H-2

◇ Entering Self-Defense State // WARNING: BOSS ENCOUNTER ◇

◇ Etheio has First Turn! ◇

Etheio: "BE GONE, OBSIROSE!"

「He yelled as he raised up his hands and casted a fireball before he immediately tosses it toward the vessel. However, this time they're more prepared and had some practice with dodging different attacks. They stepped to the side and avoided the flaming ball which it landed on the ground and vanished into smokes. 」

「This caught them by surprised as they weren't expecting for them to dodge their attacks so swiftly, despite them being small and fearful of himself. 」

◇ Oblivion's Turn ◇

「The vessel's leg shook a bit, fearing that he'll get hit quite soon. But they try not to hesitate and use [Check] on Etheio! 」

[] Etheio // Guardian of the Glowing Ruins. Extremely prejudice against the Obsirose and Human, putting up a dangerous front to eliminate them. // Extremely Resistant, 30% A.A.P (Average Attack Power) []

[] Passive Skill: Upon taking damage from a [Fire] Ability, lose 5% Mana next Turn. // Upon taking damage from a [Lightning] Ability, reduce Movement Speed by 20% next Turn. // []

「There're passive skills on the opponent!? This is the first time that has appeared but then again, this is a boss encounter which mean it's harder than normal. This might take a long while to even get pass this guardian of the ruins. 」

「The vessel felt discouraged and doesn't seem like they want to fight Etheio. They should've turn back... They have self-doubt... 」

◇ Etheio's Turn ◇

Etheio: "You can dodge huh... WELL DODGE THIS!"

「He shouted as his hand charged with electricity before he moved his hand forward. There was a tiny spark on the ground underneath the vessel, but it was too late as they didn't notice that it was under them! Lighting created from the ground and ceiling, zapping them and disrupting their flow of mana. 」

◇ -30% Mana ◇ 70% / 100% Mana ◇ -20% Movement Speed for 1 Turn ◇

「The vessel would've yelled if they could, stumbling back and felt their body becoming a bit numb from the electric attack. 」

Etheio: "How are you STILL ALIVE FROM THAT!?"

◇ Oblivion's Turn ◇

「The thought about [Purify] might be impossible however, the [Action] instead going to do well since they can't speak. Using [Item] like the [Always Fresh Honey Bottle] might work but he knows Windi and with the prejudice against them, they only grow to be more enraged. The only option for them is to brute force this battle and they survive at the end of this. 」

「They attempted a [Purify], knowing it might not have much effect on him! 」

◇ +5% Purity ◇ 5% / 100% Purity ◇

「Barely did anything. Nineteen more to go... 」

◇ Etheio's Turn ◇

Etheio: "What was that supposed to be? Whatever it is, IT'S NOT WORKING!"

「Etheio raised both hands, charging a thunderous energy on his left and flaming aura on the right. He then casted fireballs, six of them circling around himself. Each one of them slowly disconnect from the circle and move toward the vessel. 」

「They were a bit slower than one singular fireball, however, they had to dodge six time in the row. On the last on, there were another spark on the ground and with a quick reaction, they hopped forward over the last flaming orb as they also made a close call with a lightning stroke where they were at! 」

「Despite their own speed being down a little, they still could see the attacks. That was a close one! Their movement debuff has ended. 」

◇ Oblivion's Turn ◇

「An idea occurred and realized that Windi went away to get a box. What if they try to stall the battle and wait for her to come back. She'll definitely stop him from attacking the vessel. They check the [Action] option and found out that they could use [Guard]! 」

[] Guard // A buff that boost defense by 10. []

「With this awareness of using stopping their whole body from taking damage, they'll use their arm to mitigate some of the mana lost. Their focus is being on the defensive! 」

◇ Etheio's Turn ◇

Etheio: "I don't know how you got here. But I won't let you continue to be here! SAY YOUR LAST PRAYERS!" >:(

「Etheio casted lightning strike first, getting the vessel to move around the place and dodging. After luring them into the center front of him, he the raised her right arm and summoned a tall firewall, blocking their view of him as it started to move slowly toward them. 」

「The vessel didn't know what to do. The wall of flames stretched very wide with their only is to run through it and take damage instead! They couldn't jump that high either and they didn't have the time to run all the way to the side. This attack is impossible for them to dodge! They could see it approach closer to them! 」

「A flash of gray filled the whole area; time has stopped, and it seemed everything is some shade of black and white. --- 」

[] Silver Amethyst Amulet // (Equipment) // This amulet allows the user to [DASH]. The [DASH] has a short cooldown and can phase through any attacks. []

[] DASH! []

「The vessel instinctively followed the power of the amulet and dashed through the firewall with no damage taken! Their soul races with determination and excitement as they made it through an impossible attack. The colors returned back to their world, and everything resumed back to normal. 」

Etheio: "H-HOW! HOW DID YOU GO THROUGH THAT UNPHASED!" They had a shock on their face before becoming a bit nervous.

◇ Oblivion's Turn ◇

「They couldn't believe it themselves. Is this the power of the amulet!? The vessel took a deep breath as they walked backward, mentally thanking Windi for which seemed to be so many times. That slime wendigo did so much to help him whether it's being there or just the fate of how he is. 」

「Their eyes glowed bright yellow, ready to stall out the boss! [Guard]! 」

◇ Etheio's Turn ◇

Etheio: "This is why I hate OBSIROSE! TECHNOLOGY THIS AND THAT! You stole our resource to make things in which you use against US!"

「He summoned a flaming wall toward the vessel which they could easily dash through. Then comes a pair of firewalls from the side as well and they easily dashed through before a little pause, then through the next one too. Another one snuck up behind the vessel and they could even [DASH] with their back towards it. 」

◇ Oblivion's Turn ◇

「They had a bit of a smug as they use [Guard] again! 」

◇ Etheio's Turn ◇

Etheio: "This world. This whole entirely CORE is supposed to belong to us! Why did you have to come in and ruin EVERYTHING!"

「Desperate, the casted ton of small fireballs and have them scattered toward the vessel like a bullet hell. As they dodge them, he followed up with a lightning strike with a small delay every time they stepped on the ground. 」

「They couldn't hold in their frustration and summoned a two-handed thunder hammer made from pure electric energy and leaped toward them. The vessel noticed and dashed behind them before the hammer hit the ground and flames erupts and move outward like a flaming shockwave! 」

「The vessel caught off guard, received damage from the shockwave below! 」

◇ -20% Mana ◇ 50% / 100% Mana ◇ -5% Mana next Turn ◇

「Their clothes caught on fire, but they swiped it off. The embers still lingered. 」

◇ Oblivion's Turn ◇

「They use [Guard] once more! 」

◇ Etheio's Turn ◇

Etheio: "Why... Just WHY! WHY WON'T YOU DIE!"

「And with a loud roar, maintaining a grip on the hammer, he charged at the vessel and spun around, releasing fire sparks that landed on the ground and moving all over the place. 」

「With the erratic movement of the sparks, the vessel stepped the wrong way and their feet that went on of it engulfed in flames. They shook it out and tried to endure the length of his attacks. After a short while, he became tired and stop. 」

◇ -20% Mana ◇ 30% / 100% Mana ◇ -5% Mana next Turn ◇

◇ -5% Mana Burn ◇ 25% / 100% Mana ◇ 

◇ Oblivion's Turn ◇

「The embers that had attached to them spark and they took a bit of damage for it. They weren't happy with that and now there's another ember attached to them. 」

◇ -5% Mana Burn ◇ 25% / 100% Mana ◇ 

「They were low on mana and decided to use [Item] and take out the [Warm Orange Cider]! Tasting the sweet cider in the middle of a rough battle refreshed their mana and made them fully ready to continue for some more! 」

◇ +80% Mana ◇ 100% / 100% Mana ◇ 5 Defense Point for 3 Turns ◇

◇ Etheio's Turn ◇

Etheio: "Why are you drinking in the middle of the battle!? Are you MOCKING ME!?"

「He growled and tossed the hammer at you due to immense frustration! When the hammer landed, it caused a huge energy explosion which the vessel ran away with a close call. The area's ground seemed to be in rough shape due of his weapon. 」

「Smoke emitted from his breath. It's clear that he has wasted so much mana just on trying to defeat them. 」

◇ Oblivion's Turn ◇

◇ -5% Mana Burn ◇ 95% / 100% Mana ◇ 

「[Guard]! No times for breaks, got to keep defending themselves! 」

◇ Etheio's Turn ◇

Etheio: "..." 

「His breath emits even more smoke, his eyes shut off and the room started to get extremely hot. Getting close to him might result in a burn. Even the river beside him started to boil up and the few blue flowers that weren't picked up off the ground wilted. 」

「He waved his arm and bit of electric spark appeared in a straight line. The vessel wasn't sure what this ability was this until he became shocked with a lightning strike that appeared horizontally instead of vertically! 」

◇ -20% Mana ◇ 75% / 100% Mana ◇ -20% Movement Speed for 1 Turn ◇

「Now there's more to the lightning skill than just hammers and spark from above! 」

◇ Oblivion's Turn ◇

「When will Windi appear!? They don't have much time left as it seemed the area is going to be way too dangerous to even be in. Once again, they kept their [Guard] up and prepared for more surprised from Etheio. 」

◇ Etheio's Turn ◇

Etheio: "..." He refuses to talk again...

「Etheio silently raised both hands up, what seemed to be a small orb made of pure energy started to form and become bigger and bigger every second. Is he exhausting all his mana for this attack!? 」

「The vessel prepared for his devasting attack. They watched carefully as the orb of energy grew to even bigger than them! 」

「In the mist of the dangerous encounter, the energy orb reabsorbed back in Etheio as he heard a voice from behind him. His visor regain sight and he quickly turned around to notice that Windi is back already, having a box in her hands and which she dropped it on the floor. 」

◇ Self-Defense State Completed ◇

Windi: "Etheio... What are you doing to him? Why are you attacking that boy!? I heard noises even from far away. I thought nothing of it and picked up the box... But the ruins, it's crumbling a bit. Something happened and... You... You're attacking him!"

Etheio: "I... Windi. Look, he's an Obsirose! He's the one who stripped the resource from the land, taken over many parts of the CORE! Things that once belong us---"

Windi: "SHUT UP!" She shouted her eyes glowed bright red. "You think someone like him could've done that. No. Don't blame all your frustration on the first human-made, sentient robot you see."

Etheio: "It's them... They were cruel to us."

Windi: "No... You were cruel to them, Etheio." She had orange tears coming from her eyes and she touched her head as she had a bad headache. "I don't care if you hate the Obsirose or the human. Don't do it to someone whose only just a... kid."

Etheio: "Windi? Are you... You don't seem to well..." He calmed down, looking a bit guilty after what he done.

「His hatred toward the Obsirose still remained but he no longer has the attention or the mood to get rid of the vessel. He just slowly approached Windi in an attempt to convert and help with her feelings and headache. 」

Windi: "...If that was a human child, would you have the audacity to kill them?"

「Etheio paused for a moment. He looked at her then glanced over at the ground with a long paused. He would, wouldn't he. The same thing he would do to the vessel. To eliminate the things, he hated the most. 」

Windi: "...Leave me alone..." She spoke to him before walking away, still having this pain in her head.

「Etheio approached her and reach his arm out but a fierce some aura blasted from Windi, causing him to stagger back. 」

Windi: "...Just leave me alone!" She shouted before sprinting away. With each step, the floor began to crack wherever she goes. "I don't want to deal with this anymore. I don't! Don't dare to follow me either! DON'T!"

「As Windi left, Etheio looked over at the vessel, upset. He clenched his fist before chasing after her like a stubborn person he is... 」

「... 」

「...The vessel wondered if it's their fault. If they exist in this ruins and meeting Windi caused this to happen, they should listen to what Pearl has said and go the other way. It was their fault... All of it. This could've been an exploration of finding the exit and letting Windi and Etheio continue one with their life... 」

「The Glowing Ruins doesn't seem to be in good shape either. It seemed Windi's emotion is causing the place to be more ruined than it already is. Not even Etheio could cause this much chaos. 」

「They wonder if they should resolve this. They wonder if doing that will make it worse. What should they do? The vessel shouldn't ignore this at all... It's Windi. She was so kind to them and do so many things. She hasn't really yelled or blame them so they could still fix this mess since it has to be the right thing to do. 」

「Right?... 」

「The vessel took a deep breath and chased after Windi. They hope both of them haven't gotten too far away. 」

<> Location <> Glowing Crumbling Ruins A

「As they traveled through the corridors of this area, they noticed small pieces of rocks falling from the ceilings. The place isn't do so well. Up ahead, they could see collapsed rubbles broken from the inside. Luckily it didn't happen when they were there. 」

「The glow berries on the vines seemed to flicker with half of them dimmed down. The structure of the ruins is not the only thing affected by this. In fact, there were critters seen or at least there were but all skittered away out of sight in a panic. The sound of rocks falling and buzzing sound of these berries continued to emit, almost as if the whole place signaled to them that it's in pain. 」

「Or perhaps, she was in pain... 」

「The vessel reached the end of the large corridor and took a forced turn to the left as the right path has been blocked by too much debris. They hope they went this way or else there's no way to get to her. 」

<> Location <> Glowing Crumbling Ruins B

「They traveled into this room to see that Etheio was in it as well far in the distance. As they got close, it seemed back the way seems fine thought the man just sat against the wall, curled up and head on his knee. 」

Oblivion: "..." They wanted to say something but it's hard to get close to him after what they attempted to do with them. And in another memory too...

「The vessel ignored him for now as they have no way to communicate the problems. Instead, they access the situation in front of them. There were a ton of rubbles but when they walked around, it seemed the path is open. Not sure why Etheio is on the floor over there, but everything seems normal- 」

「When they took a step to the open space, suddenly bright red fireflies appeared from the rubble as they sense movement. Each step they take, they started to move. It reminded them of the puzzle they solved but there weren't no circle or diamond tile. It's just a bunch of things blocking their way, an obstacle in their path to Windi. 」

「They do have an idea where the fireflies could travel. As they went forward and attempted to get pass them, they somehow managed to touch the fireflies which ended up causing the vessel to push back toward the beginning of the opening. 」

「The force magic of those glowing critters are something different than just them guiding them back to the circle tile. This might take a while for them to figure out as the rubbles blocked their view and they have no idea where the red fireflies could go. Trial and error... 」

「Although with the ruins collapsing, there isn't much time left. 」

★ Note: This time, there are walls blocking the path. These disallow Movement between one tile to the next. Other than that, the same as usual. Use any movement to eventually reach the diamond tile. ★

「After a few attempts, they managed to make it pass all the fireflies and went toward the exit of this area. When that happened, all the red glows immediately flew right pass them and heading to the next area. Whatever happened, they move on, and it seemed the puzzle behind them is fully gone. 」

「Solution: Right, Up, Right, Right, Down, Down, Up, Right, Right, Right. 」

「The vessel decided to go back and confront Etheio, noticing that he hasn't budge from his spot for a long while. They got close and kneel down before touching their knee to get his attention. 」

Etheio: "...What..." He replied to the tap as he left up his head.

「They pointed at the opening and nod before standing up and heading toward it. A pause and a turn, they waved him over to their location. 」

Etheio: "I don't see any of those...! Don't tell me!" He stood up and sprinted passed them as he observed around and notice that there weren't any red fireflies here. "How did you this!?..."

「He paused for a moment before turning to look at the vessel. 」

Etheio: "I hate to say this..." He sighed but looked sternly at them. "I caused her to be upset. It should be me to fix this mess. But it seemed I can't get to her without your help. I don't know what you did but... Nnn-damn... I have to put aside my hatred. I need your help... I need your help to fix my mistake..."

「The vessel walked toward him and tug on his arm, giving him a nod of approval. Etheio glared at them before shaking their head and stepping back a bit. He went behind him and put his hands in his pockets. 」

Etheio: "Lead the way. But make it quick. I'm afraid Windi needs our help... I want to see her. But I'll let you be the one to calm her down..." They looked at the ceiling. "Go! We don't have much time left!"

「And in a panic as the ceiling on the verge of collapsing, they both headed toward the next area. 」

<> Location <> Glowing Crumbling Ruins C

「The sound of the ruins grew louder as there's so much it could handle. The Glowing Ruins and perhaps part of the Autumn Ruins might be gone if this continues. Where did Windi go? There seemed to be one route this whole path seems to lead. 」

「The ceiling of front of them crashed down and blocked most of the way. There was still a path left but it seemed the red fireflies is preventing them from meeting her. They really want to her to be left alone but at the same time, Etheio and the vessel couldn't let the ruins turn into a true ruin. All broken and nothing left of it. 」

Etheio: "I let you take care of this. I'm only good in combat. Or at least I think so until I met you... Pfft, do your thing and don't get us stuck here." He leaned against the wall as he waits for the vessel to complete the puzzle.

「A lot of weight is carried on their shoulder... 」

★ Note: Same as before. Don't let the Blue Deaths overwhelm you. ★

「The vessel thought it through for a minute before already figuring out the solution as this puzzle was a bit easier than the last one. However, it did make them think for a bit of time and time isn't something they should waste. 」

「Solution: Right, Up, Right, Down, Down, Right. 」

「They went ahead and made it pass all the obstacle before the same thing happened as before. The red fireflies moving ahead of them, perhaps to create more rubbles. Strange enough, they might not even cause it, but they sure take advantage of any walls to form a puzzle. 」

<> Location <> Glowing Crumbling Ruins D

「There was a new sound along with the others. The sound of crying from the distance. Most likely it came from Windi, and this made Etheio more worried than he already was. He went ahead in a desperate sprint to follow the sound of her. She was so close, and he almost made it before fireflies pushed him far back to where the vessel stood. 」

Etheio: "GAHH! Crap, they're back again!" He growled and looked over at the vessel. "Quick! Get rid of them now! Windi is close by! HURRY!"

「The vessel stood in front on Etheio and nod. This seemed to be the final stretch. One last time with the red fireflies. This time face to face without any walls. They only act upon as a puzzle which means it's for them to solve it! 」

「Windi... She is only behind that entrance. They don't see her at all but there might be a staircase leading downward. However, the fireflies glowed too brightly to tell but whatever it could be, they felt determined to undo this situation. Perhaps it isn't their fault at all. This is how fate guided them. 」

「Of course, Etheio is trying to fix too. Even though he unable to due to being in a weak state or unable to get pass the flying critters even with force. 」

Etheio: "These stupid creatures IN MY WAY!" He clenched his fist and glared. "If you need my help, I'm here. I can't stand still knowing I'm being GOD DAMN USELESS!"

「The vessel nodded and took a step forward... 」

★ Note: The final and perhaps the hardest puzzle for this Section. Ignore the far end with the 3 Deaths. Focus on the moving one instead. Good luck... ★

「There were so many of those creatures from all directions. However, that didn't stop the vessel from figuring out. Those fireflies always have a set pattern, and they don't change from that. It's always been like that, perhaps in the control of Windi who always made fun and pretty challenging puzzles. 」

「This time there isn't any walls, so the moving obstacle is the only thing they have to deal with. One less thing to worry about. 」

「Solution: Up, Right, Down, Up, Right, Right, Right, Right, Down, Up, Right, Down. 」

「Upon reaching to the exit, the fireflies all around started to make loud ear piecing noise that stunned the vessel and Etheio who didn't even participate in the puzzle. And after that sound, the fireflies rushed to create a wall in front of them which slowly moved toward them. 」

「The vessel panicked and step back a bit, noticing that those creatures never acted like this before. The puzzle fireflies aren't supposed to do this. They're supposed to complete the puzzle! But this time, they fully prevented them from continuing on. 」

「Etheio walked over to the vessel as he couldn't let the fireflies stop them. He seemed to know using magic against them isn't going to work and Windi is still sobbing over there... 」

Etheio: "I won't them stop you! I think I figured it out! GET OVER THERE!" He growled and ran right at the vessel before grabbing them and tossing them over the fireflies with their head almost touch the ceiling. "If you can't do it, then I help you do it! GO FOR IT! GET OVER TO HER NOW!"

「The vessel landed through the entrance and made to the next area. The fireflies for this area closed in on Etheio as they became hostile instead of being passive aggressive. 」

Etheio: "Don't mind me!... She doesn't want to see anyways. I CAN HANDLE MYSELF!" He covered his body into flame in the hope of preventing the creatures from getting too close.

「The vessel looked back at him and nod. They then turned around and see there's to staircases downward toward the bottom layer. They went for the right stairs... 」

<> Location <> Glowing Crumbling Ruins E

「There doesn't seem to be any fireflies here. The area in this place seemed perfectly fine as if the ruins didn't choose to break down here. However, there were a sense of aching in their soul, something about this seemed uncomfortable. The line between the bricks has bright red light coming out of it. The atmosphere on the floor were cold and made them feel like their leg is sluggish and tired reaching here. 」

「They then paused midway and looked down... 」

Pearl: "Do not blame yourself." She said as she still remained on their hat. "I got a few little quotes for you, Oblivion! This is this, whatever happens, it is just like that. There is no used to get upset. I mean, look at me. Who would not expect that I would appear for you and-" A flash occurred, signaling the use of [SAVE MEMORIES]. "-allow you have access to many useful features... To be honest, I do not know how we even got here. These ruins."

「The vessel continued to walk forward. Silent and closing their eyes, listening to the voice of Pearl. 」

Pearl: "Once we get out of here, let us figure it out. I want to know more about you and maybe more about myself. We both in the same boat, are we not? Hehe." She giggled and sat on his head, glancing around. "I wish I could tell you what is going on here. No infinite wisdom from poor little ol' me."

「The staircase seemed endless. Each step felt like there wasn't much progress happening. But at least they could see Windi, setting on her leg and holding the skull of a deer. That skull that usually on her shoulder, placed on her hands. 」

Pearl: "Please be safe. I know that sounds dumb since you could revert back to your memory saves but I really mean it! We both like a team! Remember in the beginning? I am your quality-of-life companion. And you do things that I cannot do..."

「And then there were silent coming from her. It seemed that she fell asleep again. 」

「...The crying had stopped a while ago. They didn't notice when they talked with Pearl. Now it's only the sound of footsteps on stone. The area has this intense red and orange aura throughout, and there is Windi, on their left side of them. Finally, the reach to the floor, the feeling of discomfort made their body want to give in and run away. 」

「The fear of the Wendigo... 」

Windi: "...I didn't tell you to leave me alone, did I? I just want to be left alone for now." She didn't bother to look at the vessel. "You can stay. I don't mind that... Can you listen to me. I try my best to destroy this ruin by accident..."

「The vessel nod and sat down, a dozen meters away from her since it's impossible to get close without the feeling being tired as if there's an invisible magic aura. 」

Windi: "Thank you..." She took a deep breath and looked at her skull with a smile. "Sorry for what Etheio has tried to do to you. I would never forgive myself if I came too late. In fact, I would hate myself if you had died back there... You're only just a boy, a lost and curious kid in these ruins and I left you alone to travel on your own. I acted all kind to you just to ignore and have my own selfish action of hanging out with him." 

"You're an explorer. An adventurous kind. I should've known you would've been bored living in my home."

「This is the route they've taken. This is the path they have no choice but to follow. They have to reach to the CORE. There is no time for them to rest as they eventually have to reach there at any mean necessary. They accepted your voice, Guide. 」

"Reminds me of another kid almost like you. Long time, a girl who seek adventures within a dark forest in which she wanted to prove to her friends that a certain creature was real. It was back when magic and fantasy was quite hidden and rare for them. People just finished with setting up. the human civilization."

"That girl only wanted to see what's true within this world. A fairytale that she once saw and wanted to see again. Without her friends believing, she was left alone in that forest, walking endlessly and perhaps wishing to see something again. Even if it's only her could see the darkness that lies within."

"A wendigo lies within that deep forest. They notice that girl by herself and due to the fact that they're only just a wild folklore creature, they have no sense of intelligent. Only the survival instinct, the thirst of the hunt."

"That girl..." Windi closed her eyes and hugged the skull. "She was very kind. Not even the ferocious wendigo could prevent them from their... soft and gentle hug. However..."

"...It was too late..."

◇ ELDER-RAIN CORE ◇

「To Be Continued... 」

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ELDER-RAIN CORE // Memory 1.7: CORE Realization of Windi Anenstia - by Tyhond (newgrounds.com)