Jaeden reflects on his solitude as he navigates a dark dungeon corridor, acknowledging how his isolation has led to frequent distractions. Determined to remain alert, he intensifies the glow from his skin to illuminate his path, pushing back the shadows. With the realization that intention and willpower are key to his survival, he feels a sense of control over his environment.

As he approaches an arched opening leading to stairs, he uses his Life-Sense to gauge the area, detecting little life beyond patches of moss. Ignoring S.A.S.S.Y.'s sarcastic remarks, he descends the stairs into a larger chamber filled with stone pillars adorned with ancient carvings. His instincts warn him of potential traps as he studies the ornate door at the center, which proves unyielding to his attempts to open it.

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After finding a hidden panel that reveals a passage to a room of dusty artifacts, Jaeden discovers scrolls depicting a ritual related to the door. He collects several artifacts, which fit into indentations on the door. With a satisfying click, the door opens, revealing more stairs that lead deeper into the dungeon, prompting Jaeden to prepare himself for whatever lies ahead.