The portal spat out two figures before vanishing into thin air, leaving them to tumble onto the hard ground.
Soren landed on his feet, his knees absorbing the shock, while Ryan tumbled beside him, rolling once before springing back up.
They looked around, expecting to see the familiar surroundings of the Labyrinth Gate or the transition back into the real world. Instead, they found themselves in a place that looked nothing like where they had entered.
"Huh? Where are we?" Ryan asked, his hand instinctively going to his weapon.
The answer arrived almost immediately.
"RRR..."
"GRR..."
Low, guttural growls echoed from the shadows of the surrounding trees as dozens of glowing yellow eyes appeared. The creatures emerged slowly, their bodies covered in thick, dark scales. Each monster had three sharp horns and massive claws that dug into the earth with every step.
Soren's eyes narrowed as he recognized the species. "Aren't they... Obsidian Drakelings?"
