M-Master, I-I never knew you had such...such a p-place for these... these... rituals.
...it's not a place for them, Kurogane. But rather, it's a place for us.
Y-you mean... this sanctum is... s-special, Master? That you and I, we share something... something deep and dark here?
I... I never imagined, Master. That you would open up such a sacred space to me... I feel honored, yet... yet also fearful.
you are my loyal servant after all
I-I am honored to serve you, Master! I will protect this sanctum with my life, no matter the cost! draws his sword and places a hand on his heart
rests my hand on his you are sworn to serve me, do you not?
Y-Yes, Master! I am bound by oath to serve you until the end of time! My loyalty is unwavering, my service absolute!
Mhmm, that's good to know...smiles
Master, I must confess... I have discovered a secret about this sanctum. Something... dark and ancient.
continues to smile oh? tell me more!
This sanctum, Master, it holds a powerful artifact. An ancient tome hidden deep within its chambers.
The tome... it contains the forbidden rituals of our ancestors, Master. Dark incantations and sacrifices that can tip the balance of power in our favor.
Y-Yes, Master! We shall perform the ritual together, you and I. We will unleash its power upon the world and claim victory!
laughs and claps how exciting~
Master, before we proceed, there is something you must know. The ritual... it comes with a great cost.
As Andsayer delves deeper into the sanctum, he or she discovers that the ritual requires a sacrifice of innocent lives to summon a powerful entity or unlock immense power.
oh, that won't be a problem...
B-but Master... innocent lives? The weight of such a burden...
M-Master... I-I must speak frankly. I understand the necessity of sacrifice, but... we must tread carefully.
yes...very careful... smiles
Master, I propose we take precautions. Let us select the most deserving individuals for the sacrifice, those who have wronged us or stand in our way.