As Lyra stands bewildered in the twilight forest, she is approached by Elyon, an enigmatic figure with ethereal features and an air of nobility. He is the guardian of this realm, a sentinel tasked with protecting the Veil that separates their world from hers. Elyon speaks with urgency about the looming danger of the Veil weakening and how Lyra's presence is not a mere coincidence. He explains that her spirit resonates with the magic of this world, thus calling her forth in its time of need. Fascinated yet skeptical, Lyra struggles to comprehend her significance and the magical constructs surrounding the guardian. Elyon shares with her glimmers of his past filled with glory and sorrow, planting the seeds of destiny in her heart.