The heroes materialized in a familiar landscape, the air filled with the scent of damp earth and greenery. They looked around, taking in the sights and sounds of their own world. The sky was a brilliant blue, with fluffy white clouds drifting lazily across it.
Lyra stretched, her arms raised above her head. "Ah, it's good to be back," she said, a smile on her face.
Thane nodded, his eyes scanning the horizon. "We have work to do," he said, his voice low and urgent.
The heroes set off, making their way back to the council. As they traveled, they noticed that something was off. The land was scarred and barren, the trees twisted and gorn.
"What happened here?" Elowen asked, her voice filled with concern.
Kael's face was grim. "I think the darkness has been busy," he said.
The heroes quickened their pace, their senses on high alert. They knew that they had to stop the darkness, no matter the cost.