There is a bright flash of blue energy and moments later the dream door materializes into existence. The landscape around the door is lush with vibrant green grass, but the greenery is not as beautiful or as far reaching as the Grassland.
Standing at the centre of this domain is a large Stone Keep Castle, which has certainly seen better days. The castle remains on its feet despite its old and decrepit state, standing the test of time, a testament to its remarkable structure.
This is the Royal Castle Domain, home to a normal grade dream being known as Prince Charming. He is the first humanoid dream being Toby encountered in the dream world, and back then the young dreamer stood no chance against him.
But now things are different, Toby has gotten many times stronger, and now he is definitely strong enough to beat Charming in a fight. Or at least, that's what he thinks.
The dream door swings open, revealing the swirling blue portal within. Toby and Browny step out of this portal, looking around at the familiar sight. They may not have stayed here long, but Charming certainly left a lasting impression on the young dreamer, and that's why he has come back to challenge him.
Toby Robinson: Get ready, Browny. Prince Charming could be anywhere. (Toby warns)
But they don't have to wait very long, because Charming has already spotted them. The dashing prince stretching a smile across his face upon seeing them again.
Prince Charming: Toby Robinson, it's nice to see you again. Are you finally here to challenge me? (Charming asks while sitting comfortably on the grass of his domain, his legs crossed and his arms folded)
Standing next to Charming is a strong and tough looking white horse. The large animal letting out a loud snort from it's nostrils, releasing a puff of white smoke.
Toby Robinson: That's right, I'm finally here to challenge you! (Toby tells him nervously, with Browny standing next to him for support)... Something feels wrong, he still seems pretty strong to me. I'm now strong enough to take down several normal grades by myself, but why does it feel like I still need help with this? (Toby thought to himself, trying to understand why he feels so uneasy)
Prince Charming: You're not the same as before, you've gotten stronger. And in such a short period of time, Impressive.(Charming said as he stood up from the ground, brushing away the dirt on his backside)... So how do you want to do this, are you fighting me alone, or will you need help? (Charming asked, smiling at Browny)
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"Loud Growl" (Browny sounded in anger, getting ready to attack)
Toby Robinson: Wait a minute, Browny. Lemme check something first. (Toby tells him, stopping the bear from attacking)... Inspect. (Toby said under his breath)
[Inspect]
[Name: Prince Charming]
[Race: Humanoid Type Dream Being]
[Title: Domain Guardian]
[Level: Medium Grade Dream Being]
[Skills: Royal Blood]
Toby Robinson: Looks like I was right, he really has gotten stronger. What the heck is a Domain Guardian? (Toby asks the system)
[Domain Guardian: Domain Guardians are the strongest dream beings in any domain, tasked with protecting it from any threat. Defeating Domain Guardians will grant a Dreamer access to their domain, and all the power that comes with it]
Toby Robinson: I get it now...The King Of The Swarm, the Mad Man, both of them must have been Domain Guardians, that's why my domain absorbed theirs and expanded after I defeated them. (Toby realizes, now having a better understanding of domains)
[You Have Learned Several New Things]
[+5 Knowledge Points]
[Knowledge Bank: 133/1000 Knowledge Points]
Toby Robinson: So, I am right. But it doesn't make it any easier for me... What about the horse? (Toby wondered)... Inspect. (Toby uses the skill on Charming's horse)
[Inspect]
[Name: Noble Steed]
[Race: Beast Type Dream Being]
[Level: Normal Grade Dream Being]
[Skills: Majestic]
Toby Robinson: Oh great, the horse might be as strong as Browny. (Toby laments before turning his inspect skill on Browny)
[Inspect]
[Name: Browny]
[Race: Beast Type Dream Being]
[Level: Normal Grade Dream Being]
[Skills: Terror]
Toby Robinson: I need to stop second guessing myself, I know he's a medium grade, but no matter how strong that is, I'm sure I can still beat him. I still have my Tamed Empowerment skill, which gives me access to Browny's Terror skills. And with that power at my disposal, there's no way I will lose. (Toby thought to himself, getting the confidence he needed)
Prince Charming: Have you decided what you want to do yet? I've been waiting for a while now. (Charming tells Toby impatiently)
Toby Robinson: Oh, sorry about that! I will be fighting you alone, my friend here will not intervene. (Toby tells him firmly)
"Growl" (Browny sounded with worry, not liking this decision)
Toby Robinson: Don't worry, buddy. I won't lose. (Toby assures him)
"Whinny!" (Charming's horse sounded, it's hoof pawing the ground)
Prince Charming: Noble, you shouldn't say such things!... I'm sorry about that, Noble has a twisted sense of humor, but he meant no disrespect by what he said. (Charming apologizes on his companion's behalf)
Toby Robinson: What are you talking about? (Toby asked in confusion)
Prince Charming: Noble said I would easily destroy you if we fought, but I don't like that way of thinking. In this life you should never look down on any opponent, no matter how much stronger you think you are. But understand this, it doesn't matter how strong you've gotten, I will still defeat you.(Charming explains with a powerful pressure now exuding from his body, his hand resting on the hilt of his blade)
Toby Robinson: Oh really? Well then, I'm about to demonstrate to you and that horse of yours, how wrong you really are! (Toby declared, summoning his dream sword and shield from thin air)
[Dream Sword Activated]
[Dream Shield Activated]
[New Quest Received: Defeat Prince Charming And Tame Him]
[Quest Reward: ????]
[Quest Penalty: ????]
Toby Robinson: Ready when you are! (Toby tells him confidently)
Next: Duel Charming.