In the desolate realm of Nethercross, a land ravaged by war and forsaken by the gods, the once-proud kingdom now lies in ruins, smoldering amidst blood and ashes. The story follows a lone warrior, known only as the Ashen One, who rises from the ashes of the fallen, driven by an insatiable desire for vengeance and redemption. The Ashen One’s journey begins at the charred remains of the Royal Crypt, where whispers of an ancient prophecy echo through the hollowed halls. It is said that the Ashen One is the key to breaking the cycle of destruction, to bring forth a new dawn upon Nethercross. But the path is fraught with peril, for the land is now home to vile creatures and twisted spirits, remnants of a once-noble lineage corrupted by dark magic. As the Ashen One ventures deeper into the heart of darkness, they encounter the Bloodbound, a cult of fanatics who worship the very forces that have doomed the kingdom. The Bloodbound seek to harness the power of the Ashes, remnants of the royal lineage, to perform a ritual that would bring about the End of Days, ensuring their dominion over the chaos that would follow. The Ashen One must navigate treacherous landscapes, from the frozen peaks of the Mourning Mountains to the infernal depths of the Ember Chasm, each step bringing them closer to their destiny. Along the way, they forge alliances with unlikely companions: a banished knight seeking atonement, a rogue sorceress with her own agenda, and a mysterious figure known only as the Wraith, whose motives are as elusive as his origins. Together, they uncover the truth behind the kingdom’s downfall, the betrayal that led to its demise, and the secret that binds their fates. The Ashen One must confront the Bloodbound’s enigmatic leader, the Crimson Prophet, in a battle that will determine the fate of Nethercross. Will the Ashen One fulfill the prophecy and restore balance, or will they succumb to the darkness that seeks to consume their very soul? The tale of “Blood and Ashes” is one of courage, sacrifice, and the unyielding quest for salvation in a world that has lost all hope. It is a story that will be etched in the annals of Nethercross, a testament to the indomitable spirit of those who dare to challenge fate.
I totally didn't yoink the HP Bar from @griffpatch Houses in the Village coming soon
