The Shattered Path

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[Opening Scene: The First Gate – Aiden’s Inner Struggle]

Aiden stands before the massive gate leading into the Dragonian castle. His bloodied hand presses against the cold metal, and his breathing is ragged. His berserk rage begins to wane, and with it comes a wave of pain and exhaustion. He looks down at his severed arm, his face twisting in frustration and anguish.

Aiden: (to himself) They’ll pay for everything… my family, my pain.

He tries to push open the gate, but his body falters. He collapses to one knee, gripping his sword tightly. The screen fades to black briefly, accompanied by the sound of Aiden’s strained breathing.

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[Scene: Kenpa’s Journey Begins]

The camera shifts to Kenpa, who is descending from the mountain shrine where he learned of Aiden’s plight. He carries a small, glowing relic that pulsates faintly, guiding him toward his destination. The rugged terrain stretches out before him, but his resolve remains firm.

Kenpa: (murmuring) I don’t know what kind of trouble you’ve gotten into, Aiden, but I’m coming.

Kenpa encounters a group of travelers on the road. They exchange wary glances before one steps forward—a young woman with sharp eyes and a bow slung across her back.

Traveler: You’re heading toward the Dragonian territory, aren’t you?

Kenpa: (nodding) I don’t have a choice.

Traveler: (grimly) Then you’re walking to your death. The Dragonians have doubled their patrols, and the land beyond is crawling with their soldiers.

Kenpa: (calmly) I’ve faced worse.

The travelers exchange uneasy looks but offer him food and water before continuing on their way. Kenpa watches them leave, his expression unreadable.

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[Scene: The Dragonian Castle – The First Encounter]

Aiden finally musters the strength to push open the gate. It creaks loudly, revealing a dark courtyard filled with Dragonians. They are startled by his presence but quickly recover, drawing their weapons and encircling him.

Dragonian Soldier: (mocking) Look at this pathetic human. You think you can take on all of us?

Aiden doesn’t respond. His body is battered, his movements sluggish, but the fire in his eyes is unyielding. He raises his sword, blood dripping from the blade.

Aiden: (coldly) I don’t need to think. I’ll kill you all.

The Dragonians charge, and the battle begins. Aiden fights with everything he has left, using his berserk state to overpower some of them, but the odds are against him. He sustains several injuries, and his vision starts to blur.

Aiden: (growling) Not yet… I can’t fall yet.

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[Scene: The Hunters’ Plot Thickens]

The camera shifts to the shadowy hunters, who are watching the chaos unfold through a magical projection. Their leader, cloaked in darkness, observes with a sinister smile.

Hunter Leader: (smirking) The human is strong, but strength alone won’t save him. Let him burn himself out. The Dragonians will do our work for us.

Underling: And the Celestian?

Hunter Leader: (darkly) Kenpa’s interference will be… dealt with.

The hunters begin preparing their next move, their dark intentions becoming clearer with each passing moment.

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[Scene: Kenpa’s Encounter]

As Kenpa nears the Dragonian territory, he is ambushed by a group of Dragonians. Unlike Aiden, Kenpa is calm and calculating, using his agility and knowledge of their weaknesses to take them down efficiently.

Dragonian Captain: (sneering) A Celestian? Your kind should have stayed extinct.

Kenpa: (coldly) And yours will be next.

Kenpa’s movements are swift and precise, his sword cutting through the Dragonians with deadly accuracy. Despite his victory, he remains on edge, knowing that this is only the beginning.

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[Closing Scene: Aiden and Kenpa’s Paths Converge]

Aiden, battered and barely standing, fights his way deeper into the castle courtyard. He collapses against a wall, his vision fading. Just as the Dragonians move in for the kill, a flash of light cuts through the air, and Kenpa appears, his sword drawn.

Kenpa: (calmly) You’ve made quite a mess, Aiden.

Aiden looks up, his face a mix of relief and disbelief.

Aiden: (weakly) Took you long enough…

The screen fades to black as Kenpa steps forward to confront the Dragonians, the sound of clashing swords echoing in the background.

[End of Episode]

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