Golems, Tears, and Portals      

As the group prepared to delve into the Maze of Transcendence, the mysterious second floor of Bizarre Tower, Victor's voice echoed through the room — his description of the labyrinthine terrain and the challenges that lay ahead filled their ears.

"Next stop will be the Maze of Transcendence, the second level of the Bizarre Tower, following our triumph over the Shapeshifter Mirage on the first floor," Victor announced, and explained, "Within this rocky, undulating terrain lies a labyrinthine section, meticulously carved into the very heart of the stones. As we journey through this mystical dungeon, we will encounter five access points, each shrouded in its own set of challenges and concealed perils."

Xin, usually nonchalant, couldn't help but comment, "Now it's a maze, huh?" 

His casual observation hung in the air, momentarily breaking the silence that Rever's absence had left behind.