GLOWGAZER
Keyframe | Project: Prince of Rust
"Standing on the precipice of the Void, the heart of the old world’s industry, I found myself where humanity’s ambition once soared and ultimately crumbled. The rusty pipe beneath my feet groaned under the weight of time and decay, while the toxic glow from below cast eerie shadows that danced on the remnants of what was once the pinnacle of human achievement. My journey had been long and fraught with peril. Each step closer to the Void tested my resolve, reminding me of the dangers lurking in the darkness. Desperate and ruthless rival collectors had tried to thwart my progress, but I persevered. The artifacts I sought were more than just relics; they were the keys to our survival. Or so I believed..."
- Paragraph from the book "Prince of Rust"
ABYSSWALKER
Keyframe (alternative to "Glowgazer") | Project: Prince of Rust
"The day’s last sliver of light crept through the opening above, casting a delicate glow on the crude pipe I stood on. It was a rare comfort, a reminder of the world that still existed beyond this desolation. But as night fell, so did nature´s grip loosen and the artificial glow from below took over. This red luminescence had now become my guiding light; it led me deeper and deeper into the Void. And the closer I got, the thicker the air became, with the scent of rust and decay becoming stronger and stronger. The once-familiar sounds of nature were replaced by the eerie silence of abandoned machinery, punctuated only by the occasional groan of metal under strain. The red glow illuminated twisted pathways and treacherous drops, each one a potential end to my journey. Yet, I pressed on, driven by a determination that burned brighter than the artificial light around me. As I descended further, the air grew colder, and the weight of the past seemed to press down on me. Memories of a world long gone flashed before my eyes, a stark contrast to the reality I now navigated. The Void was a place where dreams had turned to nightmares, where ambition had led to ruin. While these thoughts occupied my mind, I felt as if sickness slowly took hold of my body. I had to hurry. Time was not on my side..."
- Paragraph from the book "Prince of Rust"