“They shall finally discover the potential of this world.” A hulking stone golem ground out. To his side floated an indistinct globe of golden light, who pulsed as it responded,

“I believe you are correct. The boy possesses the correct disposition and introspection. He will serve as the key to open their small world. As soon as magic is discovered, they will no longer have to hide in their caves relying on blind luck to survive. The sapients shall become dominant, as originally intended.” He and his companion floated through possibility, drifting through a vast space filled with ethereal branches. Ghostly figures could be seen acting out the events of time. Ahead of the two entities the figures were in flux, transforming in response to some unseen cause. Behind them the figures were golden and repeated the same motions. One of the beings seemed to reflect the unreality they occupied, shifting between hundreds of species, one moment a smiling woman the next a giant frog.

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His companion shifted to a small boy.

“Seems ta me you just said what I said in fancier words. I hope they get it this time, they been hidin’ for cen-cen-” They shifted into a lion and roared out “CENTURIES. You originally estimated the our game would begin mere years after the creation.” They growled.

The light responded “I too tire of waiting. I shall send the one we have watched a little… assistance.” pulsing ominously red for a moment.

The other shifted to a teenage girl. “Ohhhh I wonder what magic he will get?” We've made so many good ones! Can’t he just have them all at the same time?” They squealed.

“Many thanks for illustrating why I am most desperate for new entertainment, and hopefully new company. I will depart for their plane in order to facilitate his awakening.”