Talians of power

Chapter 1

                                                                                   100 years later

"What do you think made it happen, Inferno?" Aero asked, his voice tinged with frustration. "Please, you've asked this question a million times already! I don't know!" Inferno roared, and the others around him flinched slightly at the outburst. The tension in the cave hung thick in the air, punctuated only by the distant sounds of the beasts that lurked outside.

"Okay, but we were the only dragons who knew about it at the time," Aero continued, undeterred. "And since no one can physically get to Elder Mountain's caves because of the unkillable wall of 'Foglens' that guard it now, one of us must have caused it." Inferno shook his head vehemently. 

"Well, not me," he replied defiantly, his eyes narrowing.

The four dragons had been stuck underground for 83 long years, emerging only occasionally to scavenge for just enough food to keep them alive. Each outing was fraught with danger, and the thought of facing the mysterious beasts that prowled above ground filled them with dread. "I'm sick of staying in this filthy cave! We need to find a way to kill those beasts outside," Inferno declared, his voice rising with anger and desperation.

"From the samples of Rockrivers that have been killed, they have venom that can melt through any scale, and their fangs can crush a skull instantly," Aero added, his tone serious as he considered the implications of their predicament. The other dragons shuddered at the thought of such ferocity.

"Scary! How about we go and get some more food? All this talk about Fhggggggggoglens is making me hungry," moaned Quake, his stomach rumbling in agreement. "That means we have to get more food first, though," Aero replied, his eyes scanning the cave for any sign of a plan. They each knew that venturing out into the above was a gamble, yet the gnawing hunger and the relentless confinement weighed heavily on their spirits.

"It's cold out there," complained Aro, shivering slightly as the chilly wind whipped around him. His teeth chattered. The icy air seemed to seep into his bones, and he longed for the warmth of a cozy fire.

"Yes, but I found some food over there," said Quake, pointing toward a small clearing in the distance where the faint glimmer of something edible caught his eye. His stomach rumbled in response to the thought of a meal, and he felt a surge of excitement despite the frigid environment. The promise of food was a strong motivator, and Quake was determined to make the trek.

"But it's all the way over there!" complained Aqua, her voice filled with reluctance. She crossed her arms and glanced toward the clearing, her brow furrowed in annoyance. The distance seemed daunting to her, and she wasn't keen on braving the cold any longer than necessary. The thought of trudging through the biting wind made her shiver even more.

"Don't be a crybaby, Aqua," teased Inferno, a mischievous grin spreading across his face. He loved to poke fun at his friends, especially when they were being particularly dramatic. "A little cold never hurt anyone! Besides, think of how good it'll feel to eat something warm after we get there. It'll be worth the effort, I promise."

Inferno's words hung in the air, and Aqua hesitated, considering the proposition. The thought of a warm meal was tempting, and she could almost taste the deliciousness. But the thought of the cold and the long journey ahead still intimidated her.

"Come on, Aqua! We'll stick together," Aro encouraged, trying to muster some enthusiasm. "We can make it a fun adventure! Just think of all the stories we'll have to tell once we get back." He motioned for her to follow him, trying to lead the way.

With a reluctant sigh, Aqua finally relented. "Fine! But if I freeze to death, you guys are responsible!" she declared, her voice a mix of mock seriousness and playful exasperation. Together, they began their trek toward the clearing, laughter echoing in the crisp air as they embraced the chilly adventure ahead.

"Here they come " yelped Aqua as the Foglens gathered around the small group forcing them to fight. " Something's got me" screamed Aro as she was slowly being dragged away into the darkness."Quake try cutting the vine that's got her" painted Aqua trying to fight off a Foglen trying to jump on her. "Its not working "belowed Quake "try burning it." "That's not working either."

"Here they come!" yelped Aqua, her voice tinged with panic as the Foglens gathered ominously around the small group, forcing them into a desperate fight for survival. The eerie shadows of the Foglens loomed larger, their forms twisting and shifting in the dim light, creating an atmosphere thick with dread. "Something's got me!" screamed Aro, her voice a mix of terror and disbelief as she felt the cold, clammy tendrils of darkness slowly dragging her away into the consuming void.

"Quake, try cutting the vine that's got her!" shouted Aqua, her heart racing as she struggled to fend off a Foglen that was lunging at her, its ghastly eyes glinting with malice. She swung her weapon wildly, determined to protect her friends at all costs. "It's not working!" bellowed Quake, his voice strained with frustration and fear. He swung his blade in a desperate attempt to sever the vine constricting Aro, but it appeared impervious to his efforts. "Try burning it!" Aqua urged, her desperation escalating as she continued to battle the persistent Foglen that threatened to overwhelm her.

"That's not working either!" Quake moned, his brow furrowed in concentration as he looked around for anything that could help. The group's situation was growing more dire by the second, and panic began to set in. They needed a plan, and they needed it fast. The air crackled with tension, and the shadows seemed to close in around them, as if mocking their plight. As Aro's cries echoed in the darkness, the urgency to act pressed heavily on them all. Then they where gone Gust as sudently as they got there.