Beneath the fiery hues of a setting sun, a young woman named Ayu knelt before an ancient sage in the heart of a serene mountain village. She had come seeking strength—not the brute force of a warrior but the unshakable resilience of the spirit. Her life had been a series of losses, and with each one, she had grown more determined to overcome her weaknesses. The sage, a keeper of wisdom, listened intently before speaking. “The strength you seek is not in your hands or the sharpness of your blade. It is in your mind and heart,” the sage said. “If you wish to discover it, journey to the distant shore. There lies a trial unlike any other.” With a bow of gratitude, Ayu embarked on her journey. Days passed as she traversed rugged trails and dense forests. At last, she reached the fabled beach—a stretch of golden sand flanked by towering cliffs. But it was no ordinary beach. The air buzzed with energy, and strange structures dotted the shoreline: colossal pillars, pendulums that swung with deadly precision, and intricate patterns of traps. As Ayu stepped onto the sand, a deep voice resonated, seemingly from nowhere. “Welcome to the Warrior’s Trial. Each challenge here is a reflection of your inner battles. Face them, and you will find what you seek.”
