> “I feared that my reflection would betray the shadows within, revealing a truth I dare not face, yet I remain undaunted in my quest for clarity. Rise, sleeping bear totem of the north, lend me your strength and wisdom. ✴”
— Scene 4, *The Hero’s Stone* ⟁
_Batal Vol.1 · Ep.1 · Scene 4 – Panum · Unknown_
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📖 **Excerpt from the book:**
> Panum: Do you want to see what this is?
> Panum: I came from the sky! Bow your head and submit to me!
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