"Ah, my 'devoted' follower.  I have summoned you here, to give you an 'assignment'," said the figure on the throne.  "You see, this world is entering a new era.  No longer will it be ruled by kindness and compassion, but by fear and cruelty.  With no one but the princess alive to control the crystal, we assure that it will bend to only our will.  And, as according to plan, she has escaped to the world below.  No doubt, she'll be searching for allies to help her over throw me.  Your mission is simple.  Join her party, spy on her and her comrades, and find out the secret to controlling the crystal.  When the time is right, I will have you kidnap the princess, and bring her back to me. Do you understand?"<br/>The air crackled around the Archmage as a grin crossed their hooded face. "Serve me well, and I shall give you more power than you can imagine. Together, we shall rule all of Aulden..."