Chaya Raja — Major Villain Reveal
"Do you know why the dark never chased you?"
The voice came from everywhere… and nowhere.
The shadows behind the throne moved, folding into a single shape.
"I let you walk free."
The hero raised their weapon. "Show yourself."
A slow, hollow laugh echoed.
"I was there when your kingdom burned.
I was there when you made your first choice."
The shadows peeled away.
Eyes like dying stars met theirs.
"You call me the Shadow King," he said softly.
"But long before that… I was your ending."
The hall fell silent.
"And now," he whispered,
"the game begins."