Reviews:

Mana: Well, it's going to be difficult for Callum to connect with. The crystal ball, that seems more human then Elven, but I'm sure the Elves will have their own version.

Kyreg: I don't think he's got time to learn about them, considering the impending threat of his Elven aunt and the fact that he has to decipher what Hastios is even saying so that he understand how to connect to the Star Arcanum. I'll try my best, but I can't make any promises.

Yohana: Google translate can only go so far. I'm afraid I can't understand this time because I get a bunch of randomness compared to the last time.

Purple-Eyes Dragon: Hmm, seeing as Stars is all about sight and knowledge, I don't know if it would had many attack or defence spells.

The Ancient Ones

Rayla sat comfortably as she held a piece of paper in hand. Her eyes swept over the lines as she read Callum's letter closely. She was fascinated by the fact that a Startouch Elf had sought him out for the sole purpose of teaching him Star Magic. But it wasn't the only thing she found curious.

If Eletha was the Warlord of Sky, then it meant that the danger held by the Warlords was far worse than they had first perceived it to be. Then, he also mentioned that she held what the Key of Aaravos unlocked and that she was going to unleash her armies upon the human kingdoms.

Such an act would reignite the war, everything she, Ezran and Callum had worked towards would be cast aside. She wasn't sure whether this was something they could afford to leave be till he had mastered the Arcanum's. But according to Hastios, Callum must master them before facing his aunt in combat.

Putting the letter down, she let her thoughts continue to flow, questions about the uncertain future came to mind as she rubbed her forehead. Who will fall to Eletha? Would she be forced to kill her uncle because he was a loyal follower of Eletha? She was afraid of what this coming war would bring about to Xadia.

Glancing up, she looked outside the small window, to the clouds above and wondered. What kind of deity governed their world? Who would force this painful war upon them? Was it punishments for their past deeds? She couldn't help but wonder why everything was happening now with Eletha. For all she knew, the Warlord had her chance to wipe out humanity before the discovery of the Zym's egg.

Callum eyed Hastios with caution. He wasn't so sure what a Startouch Elf was capable off. The records back home hadn't given much insight as to what they were capable off, but it was said that they were the most powerful when it came to their mystical abilities.

He was worried that Hastios might just stab him in the back the first chance he got, show him that even the powerful Startouch Elves weren't able to tolerate humanity and change. But then, it was a Startouch who had taught his father Star Magic.

But Hastios, he remained silent, his eyes closed as he breathed slowly, his legs crossed and hands resting upon them. "The stars, while young, hold tremendous power." He said, opening his eyes as he settled his gaze upon Callum.

"The cosmic forces that govern the night sky offer insight to all who know it. But also offer a connection to the deities vast all-seeing eyes. It enables you to see The Beyond." He went on, standing tall as he began to make several motions in the air. "To understand the stars is to know that the future is always in motion. The endless outcomes that come with their timeless power."

Callum blinked. "I barely understood anything you just said. Deities? Future? Timeless power? What are you even saying?" He questioned in confusion, his mind going crazy as he attempted to decipher Hastios words.

"The stars hold but a portion of the grand power held by The Ancient Ones." Hastios started to say, pausing as he came to a stop. "The Ancient Ones were the forefathers; they shaped the land to be what it is today. Their divine power was given to their champion, the Archmage of Xadia to protect and bring order to the land."

"But the Stars, they are what connect the champion to them. The stars act as the conduit of power, transferring Primal Energy to the Archmage." Hastios paused as he eyed Callum. "Furthermore, the stars enable one to see when they can no longer see. So you, Olymsaruis must understand the stars from a perspective of the blind." He finished.

Callum blinked, unsure how to even begin to understand everything he was just told. The riddles were complex, they sent his brain into overdriving even trying to decipher them. But he was interested by this long-ago era, an era where gods ruled, and perhaps still rule.

Eletha narrowed her eyes upon Kolvar. "You say that my nephew has mastered Sun Magic." She said.

Kolvar nodded. "Indeed, Lady Eletha, however, there is one more thing you should know." He began, taking a few steps back. "The Khothori live on."

Eletha's eyes widened before the narrowed, her fists clenched. "So they did survive the massacre then." She said. "This will put a halt in my plans for now while I readjust the plans to factor this new development."

Kolvar nodded as he walked forward. "There has been one more thing, your nephew never returned to the Storm Spire, nor has he appeared at any of the other Elven cities or towns. He hasn't made a leave for the Human Kingdoms either."

Eletha frowned. "What could he have found that would put a stop in his journey. Inform Sontar to investigate his disappearance." She paused, moving towards the map. "I want to know what our supporters in Aequor are doing, and how many now wish to join us." She added.

Hastios speaks so riddle like that even I have a hard time understand what he's saying. And I created him.

The Ancient Ones may be mentioned in this first part of the trilogy, but they will appear briefly in the second and last part of the whole thing.

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