The Cyclone of Souls

The path to the Styx Maelstrom was filled with darkness and danger. Freya, walking beside him, maintained a calm expression, but her eyes constantly scanned their surroundings.

"How far are we from the maelstrom?" Ethan asked, breaking the silence.

Freya looked ahead, mentally calculating.

"Not far, just a couple of days. But the real challenge will begin once we get there. The maelstrom isn't just a physical place. It's a spiritual phenomenon that drains the energy of anyone who gets too close. You need to be prepared for that."

As they ventured deeper into the underworld, the environment began to change. The ground grew rougher, and the air seemed to vibrate with an unsettling energy. In the distance, a dark vortex spun endlessly, consuming everything in its path. They had reached the Styx Maelstrom.

Ethan observed the phenomenon intently, his heart pounding in his chest.