The sky, covered in ochre-colored storm clouds, made distinguishing between day and night difficult. The mountain revealed its alien nature completely. Occasionally, giant flowers that shimmered in purple or clusters of mushrooms emitting bluish spore-like mist passed by the carriage. 0

A dark green fog, origin unknown, occasionally spread low across the road. These were the field random debuffs known in the game as Haze of Corrosion, Mist of Decay, Poison Spores, and Clouds of Contagion. It was clear that touching them would be harmful.0

The fact that the horses had transformed into monsters was a blessing in disguise. They continued to walk unaffected, even when exposed to the dark green fog or spores.0

"Good thing we oiled the carriage thoroughly. Otherwise, it would have rotted by now. Though we can’t be completely at ease," Philip remarked.0

The group continued their journey without much trouble, clinging to Della Lu’s Grace around their necks or receiving Philip’s help to soak in divine energy. They didn’t need to get off the carriage or step into the forest, thanks to Philip’s foresight. 0

Mold-infested kobolds, trolls, and occasionally giant dragonflies, moths, or centipedes flew or lurked around but didn’t attack the carriage. They merely floated by, scattering bluish spores.0

"... Camping here seems impossible. Luckily, the horses don’t need rest, so let’s take turns keeping watch in pairs," Philip suggested after half a day had...0