You chose to avoid the wanderer and continue on your path, wary of potential danger. The distorted landscape around you seems to shift further, taking on an even more twisted and nightmarish appearance. The air grows heavier with a palpable sense of dread, each step becoming a struggle against unseen forces trying to hold you back. As you push forward, determined to find answers amidst the darkness that threatens to consume you, a sudden rustling sound breaks the silence behind you. Whirling around, you see shadowy figures emerging from the gnarled trees, their eyes glowing with malevolent intent.