"I have been expecting you," it says, its voice echoing through the room.
You take a step back, feeling a sense of fear creeping up your spine. The figure on the throne seems to be reading your thoughts.
"Do not be afraid," it says. "I am here to help you."
Lucci steps forward, his eyes narrowed. "How can we trust you?"
The figure on the throne smiles, revealing rows of sharp teeth. "You have no choice. You are trapped here, just like the rest of us. But I can offer you a way out."
You and Lucci exchange a look, both of you unsure of what to do. But you know that you can't stay here - you have to find a way out, no matter what.
"What do we have to do?" you ask.
The figure on the throne smiles again. "Simple. You just have to find the key to the city. With it, you can unlock the door and leave this place forever."
You and Lucci nod, feeling a sense of hope. Maybe there's a way out of this after all. But you both know that finding the key won't be easy - not in a city like this.
The figure on the throne seems to sense your hesitation. "Do not worry. I will help you find the key. But first, you must prove yourselves worthy."
Lucci steps forward, his expression determined. "What do we have to do?"
The figure on the throne gestures towards a door on the far side of the room. "Behind that door lies a great danger. You must face it and emerge victorious. Only then will I consider you worthy of my help."
You and Lucci exchange a nervous look. You have no idea what's behind that door, but you know that you have no choice but to face it.
You nod to Lucci, and together, you make your way towards the door. As you get closer, you can hear strange noises coming from within - growls and snarls that sound like they belong to some kind of animal.
With a deep breath, you push the door open. What you see on the other side nearly takes your breath away.
The room is filled with creatures - strange, twisted beasts with razor-sharp claws and teeth. They snarl and growl, circling around you and Lucci.
You draw your weapon, feeling a sense of fear and excitement build in your chest. You and Lucci are both skilled fighters, but you've never faced anything like this before.
The first beast lunges at you, but you dodge out of the way and strike it with your weapon. It howls in pain, but more creatures are already closing in.
For what seems like hours, you and Lucci fight for your lives. You're both battered and bruised, but you refuse to give up. Finally, the last beast falls to the ground, and you and Lucci are left standing in the midst of the carnage.
You turn to the figure on the throne, feeling a sense of triumph. "We did it. Now will you help us find the key?"
The figure nods, a smile on its face. "You have proven yourselves worthy. I will help you find the key. But be warned - the journey will not be easy."
The figure on the throne stands up and walks towards you and Lucci. As it approaches, you can see that it's even larger and more imposing up close. Its eyes glow with an otherworldly light, and its scales shimmer in the dimly lit room.
"I will help you find the key," it says. "But first, you must tell me why you are here."
You exchange a glance with Lucci, unsure of how much to reveal. But you know that you need the figure's help if you're going to find a way out of this place.
"We were transported here by some kind of magic," you say. "We're trying to find a way back to our own world."
The figure nods, seeming to consider your words. "I see. And what do you know of the key?"
You shake your head. "We don't know much. Just that it's supposed to unlock the door out of this city."
The figure nods again. "Very well. I will help you find the key. But it will not be easy. The key is guarded by some of the most powerful creatures in this realm. You will have to be very careful."
You nod, feeling a sense of apprehension. But you know that you have no choice but to press on.
"Where do we start?" Lucci asks.
The figure smiles, revealing its sharp teeth. "We start by leaving this room. The key could be anywhere in this city. We have a long journey ahead of us."
You and Lucci follow the figure out of the throne room and into the city beyond. As you walk, you can see that it's even more twisted and surreal than you'd imagined. Strange creatures roam the streets, and the buildings seem to shift and change around you.
But you press on, determined to find the key and make your way back home. You don't know what else this realm has in store for you, but you know that you're ready for whatever comes your way.
As you venture deeper into the city, you begin to encounter more and more obstacles. Strange creatures block your path, and you have to fight your way through them. The buildings seem to twist and shift around you, making it difficult to find your way.
But with the help of the figure on the throne, you and Lucci slowly begin to make progress. The figure seems to know the city well, and it leads you down twisting alleys and through hidden passages.
Finally, after what feels like hours of wandering, you come to a large, imposing building. The figure stops in front of it and turns to you.
"The key is inside," it says. "But be warned - the creatures guarding it are some of the most dangerous in this realm. You will need to be very careful."
You nod, feeling a sense of determination. You and Lucci have come too far to turn back now.
Together, you make your way into the building. The creatures inside are even more twisted and frightening than any you've encountered before. They snarl and growl, their claws clicking against the stone floor.
You and Lucci fight your way through them, your weapons flashing in the dim light. The battle is long and grueling, but finally, you stand victorious over the last creature.