After defeating the Guardian Beast, the group entered a dark, circular hall. In the center, a glowing ring appeared on the ground, filling the space with a mysterious aura.
The Silent Mage whispered,
"This… is the Ring of Trials. Each of us will face our fears and past."
Arin took the first step, and suddenly images of the village and those he could not save appeared around him. Fear and guilt surged in his heart. But recalling his promise to the village elder, he took a deep breath and said,
"I cannot stand still… I must move forward."
Daren approached the ring and confronted an image of himself defeated and alone. The pain of his past and loneliness paralyzed him, but Arin's voice and the hope for the group's success pushed him onward.
The Silent Mage, with her magical power, saw visions of her harsh past and her restrained power. She feared she might lose control, but focusing on the support of her friends, she overcame it.
The fugitive prince faced fears of betrayal and his identity as an enemy. He realized that trust must be gradual and genuine, and only by uniting with the group could he continue on the path.
After each member passed, the glowing ring gradually faded, and the hall became calm. This trial proved that each member must face themselves and their fears to walk the Path of Glory.