The universe was at war. Across countless realities, fleets clashed against the advancing darkness. The Watchers fought beside Guardians. Ancient civilizations emerged from hiding. Even former enemies stood united. Yet despite their efforts, the Devourer continued advancing. World after world vanished. Not destroyed. Forgotten. As if they had never existed. Meanwhile, Aria stood at the edge of existence itself. Before her stretched a pathway of silver light created by the Heart of Possibility. Beyond it lay unknown territory. A place no living being had entered for millions of years. The Realm Before Dawn. The birthplace of the Eternal Flame. Kael stepped forward. "You don't have to do this alone." Aria smiled. "I know." Rowan joined them. Then Lyra. Then Morgana. On

