When he reached the water's edge, he stopped and looked downward. With a wave of his hand, the reflection began to shimmer until it disappeared completely. The new image showed a desert with a red sky. I realized with dread that it was an army in preparation. The fallen angel of sorts is almost strong enough to stage the final battle.
Time is short.
Only the Elder can tell you completely. The crossing will not be made by you alone, and there are steps and discoveries to be made beforehand. I've seen a mountaintop, and white light. I began to get excited. The Black clan can't open the gate.