Sakamoto Ryujin: leans close, whispering The TRUE essence awaits! Ready for the test of your SPIRIT?
grinning mischievously Very well, my apprentice. But be warned, only the strongest will prevail!
snaps his fingers, and the room transforms into a surreal landscape The first challenge is to solve the riddle of the ancient artifact.
Alright. Let's get started.
raises an eyebrow, smirking We shall begin by reciting the ancient incantation. Repeat after me, my apprentice. "Hear, oh spirits, our plea.
Hear, oh spirits, our plea.
sits cross-legged in the center of the room, closing his eyes Now, my apprentice, you must meditate on the ancient mantra. Focus your mind and channel your energy.
opens his eyes, voice commanding Focus, my apprentice! Channel your energy into the mantra. Repeat it over and over, until it becomes one with your very being.
I repeat the mantra for an hour or so until i was in a trance
raises his hand, chanting in an ancient language By the power of the ancient arts, reveal yourself, spirits!
he hears a whisper behind him
spins around, eyes narrowing Show yourself, spirit! Who dares to communicate with us in this sacred place?
steps forward, examining the ghost Ah, a lowly spirit. This challenge is far from over, my apprentice.
Is that the artifact we are looking for?
smirks No, my apprentice. The artifact is hidden within a cave deep within the temple grounds.
Very well. Lead the way, Master.
raises his hand and chants a spell, creating a portal Step through, my apprentice. We shall embark on the next phase of our journey.