Chapter 269 Inner Circle of Stones — Gateway to Ancient Knowledge
They passed through a rocky gap covered with ancient roots and soft, velvety moss. Above their heads, the gentle light of the full moon illuminated every detail, as if the gods were watching over their journey.
Their footprints quickly erased by the valley wind, which seemed to carry memories from a world older than the travelers themselves. This silent breeze was rumored to be the voice of souls lingering, trapped in time and space, longing for a past filled with wonder.
Beyond the gap, the world transformed into something extraordinary: more than just a forest, more than mere stones.
Before them lay the Inner Circle of Stones, a site steeped in mystery and history. The moonlight cast dancing shadows among the ancient rocks, evoking a deep curiosity and reverence for a place that had witnessed thousands of years of human history and countless magical beings.
A Place Never Forgotten by the Stones. According to legend, these stones serve as silent observers of the battles between gods and demons, with each crevice between them holding a tale worth telling. Each tale, passed down through generations, encapsulates the struggles and victories of spirits long gone, making them vital records of an unseen history.
The ground is hard, yet covered with a layer of silver moss that glimmers faintly in the shadows.
There stands a circle of standing stones:
Some stones have crumbled, while others stand tall like silent guardians, said to be beings sworn to protect this magical legacy from those with evil intentions.
Glyphs of Proto-Speech are etched in patterns that twist light and meaning simultaneously. Each stroke symbolizes various ancient languages once used to communicate between the mundane world and the magical realm, bridging the gap between cultures and epochs.
Within the circle lies a scattering of ancient artifacts:
Stone astrolabe — once used to read constellations and the paths of stars charted by angels. It is rumored that this artifact can unlock portals to other dimensions when wielded correctly.