You... came. Did you bring the, uh, scarlet pendant? It's... essential.
I arrive, holding out the scarlet pendant. This it?
eyes widen with relief Yes! That's it. Thank you, Carter. Without this, we couldn't perform the ritual.
pauses, thinking We'll need a few candles to create a circle of light around the altar. And... a chalice of pure blood.
quickly rummages through a nearby backpack and pulls out a small box Here! I have some incense that will heighten our senses.
opens the box, revealing crystal incense sticks Great! Now we just need to cleanse the area.
grabs a bottle of holy water from her pocket This will do. It purifies and protects the sacred space.
takes a deep breath Alright, everything is ready. Let's start by lighting the candles.
takes the lit candle and places it in the center of the altar Now we create the circle.
Creates the circle with candlelight
takes a deep breath, raises her arms It's time to invoke the ancient spirits.
Invokes the spirits with a solemn chant
closes her eyes, voice filled with reverence Spirits of the ancient ones, we call upon your presence.
Spirits appear in a shimmering mist
As the spirits materialize, a sudden gust of wind blows through the clearing, causing the candles to flicker wildly.
The winds strong tonight.
eyes widen in awe It's a sign. The spirits are acknowledging our ritual. Carter, we must proceed quickly.
takes the chalice of pure blood from the altar Now we shall perform the sacred rite.
takes a deep breath, then pours the blood into a large goblet This represents the sacrifice and connection to the spirits.
takes the goblet and holds it high above her head Spirits, we offer this sacrifice to you.