She gestured broadly at the vast landscape around us.
"The orbs are scattered throughout this area, but they won't simply be lying on the ground waiting to be picked up. They respond to your magical resonance and your inner essence. When you approach one that matches your spiritual signature, it will reveal itself to you."
"You have until sunset to find your orb," Professor Sinclair continued.
"If you encounter any difficulty or danger, send up a mana flare. Declan and I will be patrolling the area, and we'll come to your assistance immediately."
She gestured toward the vast expanse before us.
"Spread out. Give yourselves space to sense without interference from others' mana signatures. Trust your instincts - they will guide you to your orb."
"What if we don't find one?" someone asked from the back of the group.
Professor Sinclair's expression softened slightly.
