[Trial #1: Protect the Flag]
A burst of blue light enveloped Alex as he vanished from the [Hub] of the [Tower of Wrath].
A moment later, he reappeared on a new platform, the first stage of the trials.
The moment his boots touched the ground, a glowing golden panel appeared above his head.
Alex's eyes narrowed slightly as he read the message.
He muttered the words under his breath, "Protect the flag…"
His voice was calm, but his gaze swept over the surroundings with sharp focus.
He stood on a vast green plain that stretched for what looked like miles in every direction.
The gentle breeze rustled the grass around him, and the only sounds were the soft whisper of leaves swaying from the occasional tree dotting the landscape.
Nature dominated the area, no structures, no signs of civilization, except for one thing.
About twenty meters in front of him, a small stone platform stood quietly amidst the field.
