The thunderclaps landed atop the tower, sending shockwaves through those working below as the echoes rolled downward through the massive structure, each strike carrying a weight that felt far more violent than anything expected during routine operations.
The Lightning Tower was the home of an important economic center due to the power it generated and distributed across the kingdom, sustaining cities, industries, and noble estates alike. Yet, the bolts in the sky were clearly outside of schedule and carried a chaotic intensity that immediately disrupted the order below.
"CLOSE ALL ENERGY PORTS!"
A command erupted as an enraged cry echoed toward the first floor, Varessa's voice being transmitted magically across all locations within the Tower, reaching every worker with an urgency that could not be ignored.
