The world teeters on the edge of darkness, where cursed entities born from fear and pain lurk in the shadows. The Sanctuary, an ancient order of Hunters and Dolls, is all that stands between humanity and the void-a malevolent force that twists creat...
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In the darkest reaches of the world, where even light dares not enter, the Nightguard operates as the unseen sentinels of the Sanctuary. Their role is not one of glory, nor is it one that many speak of openly, for they are the protectors of the shadows—the team that deals with threats that linger just outside reality, in the spaces where nightmares become real. Specializing in deep reconnaissance and shadow combat, Team 7 is feared and respected for their unmatched skill in handling cursed zones that even the most seasoned teams hesitate to approach.
Composed of three members, Zane, Lilith, and their Nokorii, Umbra, the Nightguard is known for completing their missions without ever being detected. Stealth is their ally, and shadows their home. Though they are rarely seen within the walls of the Sanctuary, their presence is felt in the safety they provide. Their work often keeps the most dangerous void entities at bay, neutralizing threats before they can fully manifest.
Into the Whispering Shadows
Zane stood at the edge of the cursed zone known as The Whispering Shadows, his piercing eyes scanning the distorted horizon. The zone was unlike any he had encountered before—shadows twisted and pulsed unnaturally, as though they were alive. The air around him felt heavy, oppressive, filled with an energy that made even the smallest movement feel like a struggle.
Beside him, Lilith was quiet, her expression unreadable beneath the dark hood that covered her face. She had long mastered the art of stillness, a necessary skill for their line of work. Her hands rested gently on the hilts of her twin daggers, void-resistant weapons crafted specifically for combat in the shadows.
At their feet, Umbra, their Nokorii, blended into the surrounding darkness with ease. Its sleek, obsidian fur shimmered faintly in the dim light, its violet eyes ever watchful. Umbra was more than just a companion—it was their guide in the void, able to sense things long before either of them could.
"The shadows are restless," Lilith finally spoke, her voice a soft whisper that seemed to vanish into the night.
Zane nodded. He could feel it too. The zone was teeming with void energy, the kind that crept into the bones and unsettled the mind. This was no ordinary cursed zone.
"The reports were accurate," Zane said, his voice steady. "Void creatures that can move between the shadows of the living... they're here."
Lilith didn't respond immediately. She simply observed the shadows, watching how they flickered and shifted, as though the darkness itself was breathing. The Whispering Shadows had already consumed three nearby settlements, its void entities moving through the night without warning. Families had been found, their bodies hollowed out, their life force drained by creatures that could only be described as shadows come to life.
