A shadowy forest road lit only by the soft glow of lanterns reveals a mysterious woman in a leather vest and top hat, leaning lazily on an ornamental cane. Behind her, a swirling portal of golden light beckons, offering a world of excess. She is Lux Vega, her enigmatic presence making the air crackle with an enticing energy. Two travelers, a merchant named Jassy and her companion Harold, stand before her. Lux Vega offers to make all their fantasies come true, with a price: a trade. She takes an iron skillet from Harold and a single worn copper coin from Jassy in exchange for their entry into the portal. [Illustrate the alluring yet mysterious encounter with Lux Vega as she makes her offer.]
