Galam's Chronicles

Chapter 30

Jollìn and Lamentiax continued their intense and absurd battle, the roots of the willow wounded Jollìn like knives, but the Galamian refused to back down

Lamentiax:You destroyed the wall of that inn on a whim, you're not one to handle anger

Jollìn:Hey, I was drunk and I didn't do it on purpose

Jollìn attacked the roots of the willow, but scratched them slightly

As the intense battle between Jollìn and Lamentiax continued, the Galamian couldn't help but feel a mix of frustration and determination. The willow's roots were sharp and relentless, causing him to bleed from several wounds, but Jollìn refused to back down.

Jollìn: Alright, maybe I was angry and reckless back then, but that doesn't define who I am now!

He focused his magical energy once more, trying to find a way to weaken Lamentiax's roots further. As he attacked, he remembered his training and the teachings of his guild. He thought of his friends who believed in him and all the people he cared about back in Galam.

Lamentiax:Beherenew's kingdom fell because of you, how many people did you make suffer that day?

Jollìn:Zero, no one could stand King Charlos anymore, not even his wife and son

Jollìn's heart was heavy with the weight of Lamentiax's accusations. The destruction of Beherenew's kingdom had been a significant event in his life, and the consequences of that day had haunted him. He remembered the pain and suffering caused by the tyrannical King Charlos, and how his actions had led to the fall of the kingdom.

Jollìn: King Charlos was a cruel and oppressive ruler. He brought misery to his own people, and they rose against him. I didn't make them suffer; I merely stood with the people who were tired of living under his tyranny.

Lamentiax:Oh, here's a model man

With one of its roots, Lamentiax stabs Jollìn in a non-vital spot

Jollìn winced as the root pierced his skin, causing a sharp pain to shoot through his body. He knew that Lamentiax's hostility was a manifestation of the darkness in the realm, and he couldn't let it get to him. He had to stay focused and find a way to break through to the next layer.

Jollìn:*thought* I'm bored with this tree

Using magic, Jollìn tried to set fire to the roots of Lamentiax, some caught fire some did not

As the roots of Lamentiax caught fire, the ancient tree cried out in pain. Its branches thrashed, and the ground shook beneath Jollìn's feet. It was evident that his attack had wounded the dark willow deeply.

Lamentiax: You dare to burn me, Galaminas? I have existed in this realm long before your kind came into being!

Jollìn: I don't seek to harm you, Lamentiax. I want to find my way through this realm, and I won't let anything stand in my way.

Jollìn continued to focus his magical energy, aiming to weaken Lamentiax's roots further. He didn't want to cause unnecessary pain, but he knew that he had to prove his determination to break through the darkness.

Lamentiax: Enough! You've done your damage. But do you think I'll just let you pass? The challenges of this realm won't be so easily overcome!

Jollìn:*thought* The core of the tree is exposed, but I guess I'll have to work twice as hard to destroy it

Lamentiax attacks Jollìn with both remaining roots and branches, rendering Jollìn unable to reach him

Jollìn was forced to dodge and defend himself against Lamentiax's relentless onslaught. The dark willow's branches and roots seemed to be everywhere, making it challenging for Jollìn to find an opening to reach the core of the tree.

With each strike, the dark realm's malevolent energy seemed to grow stronger, attempting to wear down Jollìn's resolve. But he refused to give in. He knew that he had to press on and find a way to weaken Lamentiax's defenses.

Lamentiax:Galam is doomed!

Jollìn:Never, not as long as there is someone to defend her

Jollìn's words were filled with unwavering determination and a deep sense of loyalty to his homeland, Galam. The more Lamentiax tried to instill doubt and fear in him, the more resolute Jollìn became. He knew that the fate of Galam and the dark realm rested on his shoulders, and he was determined to see this through.

Lamentiax wounds Jollìn in the belly with a sharp branch

Despite the pain searing through his body, Jollìn gritted his teeth and refused to back down. He knew that he couldn't let Lamentiax's attacks deter him from his goal. With a burst of magical energy, he attempted to push back the dark willow, aiming to create an opening to strike back.

Jollìn:*thought* I gathered enough energy to unleash it

Jollín points his sword at the willow and then holds it like a baseball bat, a mighty aura surrounds him

With an outpouring of magical energy and determination, Jollìn channeled his power into his sword, causing it to glow with a brilliant light. The aura surrounding him intensified, crackling with raw power. The dark realm itself seemed to respond to his resolve, the shadows quivering as if they recognized the strength of his spirit.

Jollín:This is my most powerful technique... Aether Slash!

Jollìn launches a ghostly blow against the tree which, instead of cutting it in two, causes a magic circle to appear under Lamentiax, from which a burst of energy comes out

The Aether Slash, Jollìn's most powerful technique, struck with incredible force, causing a magic circle to appear beneath Lamentiax. The burst of energy emanating from the circle seemed to engulf the dark willow, its roots, and branches, infusing them with a radiant light.

Lamentiax:NO! Damn human, you can't defeat me

Jollìn:Unfortunately for you, the Aether Slash releases a powerful column of energy that disintegrates everything in its path when the circle appears under a target for him there is nothing more to do,goodbye Lamentax

As the burst of energy engulfed Lamentiax and the dark willow, the ancient tree let out a final cry of anguish before being consumed entirely. The radiant light from the Aether Slash dispersed the darkness that had once corrupted Lamentiax, leaving nothing but a sense of serenity in its wake.

As the burst of energy engulfed Lamentiax and the dark willow, the ancient tree let out a final cry of anguish before being consumed entirely. The radiant light from the Aether Slash dispersed the darkness that had once corrupted Lamentiax, leaving nothing but a sense of serenity in its wake.

Jollìn: I'm sorry it had to come to this, Lamentiax. But you are free now, free from the darkness that clouded your heart.

The magic circle dissipated, and the surroundings returned to an eerie calm. Jollìn's heart felt heavy with the weight of what he had to do, but he knew that it was necessary to bring light to the dark realm. He had taken another step forward in his journey to break through the darkness and find a way out of the well of Nyx.

Jollìn:*thought* One down, but the darkness remains. I have to keep going, for my friends, for Galam, and for the sake of this realm.

With his resolve strengthened, Jollìn continued his journey deeper into the well of Nyx, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead. He knew that the darkness would not give up easily, but neither would he. With the Aether Slash at his disposal and the power of hope in his heart, he pressed on, determined to bring light to the shadows and find a way back to his friends and the world he knew.