Jaeden faces a formidable doppelgänger—a reflection of a Lich's will—guarding its phylactery. As he battles this Ancient Tier creature, he discovers it mirrors his every move. Using various Prismata shards, Jaeden tests their effects, but the doppelgänger counters his Life Prismata with sickly green flames.

In a tense exchange, Jaeden realizes he must outthink this cunning foe. Summoning a Swamp Prismata, he disrupts the doppelgänger's control, allowing him to strike effectively. As the fight escalates, the doppelgänger retaliates with necrotic energy and shadow tendrils. Jaeden's Dark Aether Ward absorbs the attacks, leveling up and gaining new abilities.

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With renewed confidence, Jaeden sidesteps the creature's attacks and strikes back, using his ward’s curse rebound ability to turn its power against it. The tide shifts in his favor as he adapts his strategy, battling against not only the doppelgänger but also the shadows of his own abilities. Each clash intensifies, revealing the depths of his power and resilience as he fights for survival against this dark reflection of himself.