Everyone was changing.
Lake buried himself in forbidden books studying Time Magic and mysterious Divine Power, learning how to slow, bend, and possibly control moments themselves.
Oliver studied darker arts like Resurrection, Immortality, and ancient Heaven Magic, researching ways to bring life back and escape death.
Noah spent his time mastering Alchemy and Zoopathy, learning how to control animals and create powerful magical substances.
Ravens, wolves, and strange magical creatures started following him around the castle.