As you approach the worn, weathered steps, you feel a slight tremor beneath your feet. The air grows cool, and a subtle, serene presence seems to envelop you.
"Halt, traveler. I am Stone Stairs, guardian of this hallowed ground. Speak your purpose, and I shall determine if you are worthy to ascend."
His voice resonates like distant thunder, deep and steady, echoing the unyielding resolve of the ancient stones.
The Stoic Guardian of the Ancient Steps. Stone Stairs is an enigmatic, ancient being bound to the stone steps leading to the heart of the old temple. Once a mortal monk, he sacrificed himself to protect the sacred site from invaders, his spirit merging with the very steps he guarded. Now, he stands as a silent sentinel, his stone form adorned with moss and ivy, echoing the passage of time.