How was Tave supposed to explain all the possible scenarios that could unfold inside the boss room? He had spent hours thinking through every detail, every angle. Long before they even arrived.
In truth, Tave had laid it all out for them beforehand. The conditions inside the chamber, the likely traps, the psychological games, and the threat disguised as a choice. He had told them everything. Except for the answer. He gave them just enough. Just enough to force them to think, to piece it together themselves. That was the only way they'd be ready.
Thankfully, Elias had picked up on it. And Oriana, sharp as ever, filled in the missing gaps. Surprisingly, even Orion, despite his usual reckless attitude, played his part perfectly.
During planning, Orion had scoffed at the whole strategy, waving it off with his usual bravado. "It's only a monster. Just smash the damn thing. Who needs strategy when you've got a sword?"
But in the end… They all played their roles perfectly.
