With the portals closed and the monsters defeated, the people of the world began to rebuild. But for the group of fighters, known as the "Awoke," their work was far from over. They knew that the portals and the monsters were not the only threats to their world. They knew that there were more dangers out there, waiting to be discovered.
The Awoke set up their base in the city, where they could keep an eye on the portals and prepare for any future threats. The base was a fortress, built to withstand any attack. It had walls made of reinforced concrete and steel, and it was equipped with the latest technology and weapons.
The base also served as a training facility for the Awoke. They trained every day, honing their powers and skills, so they would be ready for any challenge that may come their way. They also worked on developing new weapons and technology that could help them in their fight.
The Awoken also worked on understanding the portals and the monsters. They studied the symbols and energy sources they had found, trying to find out where the portals came from and what controlled them. They also studied the monsters, trying to find out where they came from and what their weaknesses were.
As they studied, they discovered that the portals and the monsters were connected to an ancient civilization that had existed long before their own. They found out that this civilization had developed the technology to open the portals and to create the monsters. They also found out that this civilization had been destroyed by its own creations. The Awoke knew that they had to be careful and make sure that the same thing didn't happen to their own world.
The Awoken also established a network of informants and allies around the world, to be able to detect any signs of new portals opening, or any other potential threat. They also worked with the government and other organizations to develop a plan of action in case of another invasion.
With their base, their training, and their knowledge, the Awoken were ready for anything. They would not let their world fall to the shadow of the gruesome again. They would be always vigilant, always ready, to protect their home and their loved ones.