On a cold, misty night, the guild set out to investigate disturbances in the northern provinces. In a dark clearing near an abandoned ruin, the enemy struck suddenly. The battle was fierce, and chaos reigned. Zarek appeared suddenly, "You think you can protect everyone, Kai? Let's see if you're worthy of your power!" In the ensuing fight, Kai and his shadow soldiers clashed with Zarek's minions. Kai shouted, "I will not let you harm my friends!"
As bursts of purple energy filled the air, Kai's determination grew, and he leveled up one of his shadow soldiers, watching it grow stronger before his eyes. "I can control this power," he declared. Zarek sneered, "You are still so naive, Kai. Power is meant for those who embrace its full darkness." Though the battle was brutal, Kai's resolve forced Zarek to retreat, leaving the guild with the painful lesson that true power comes with sacrifice.