"Traversing the In-Between" chronicles a pivotal moment in the saga of Osira, where Goldbrand, the millennia-old Archon of the Etherstone and consort to Mystera, Goddess of Magic, unveils the mysteries of the cosmos to Guy the Grateful, Haellae Colaerth, and Septimus Lucien. This encounter unfolds within the enigmatic expanse known as the Riftways, an astral dimension that serves as a gateway between all known and unknown realms within the Continuum Crystal Cosmology.
Goldbrand begins with a profound monologue about the elemental harmony crucial to the world's balance, emphasizing Mystra's role in preserving these connections through the Ether. He reveals the ancient history of Elementaris that once embodied the world's major and minor elements, such as earth, fire, water, and air. These titans waged an eternal war against each other and the elder pantheon of gods, leading to their defeat and the creation of the world's diverse landscapes. Goldbrand speculates on the existence of Revenant Titans from far realms, eldritch horrors that once caused the downfall of the Mithral empire in the second age of creation, suggesting Malekith might be one such revenant.
As the narrative unfolds, Goldbrand speaks of the "Spawn of Unknown," cosmic entities that roam the voids of the cosmos, posing a dire threat to the world. He specifically mentions the World Eater Serpent, a creature born from a cosmic tendril of Azhorra'tha, the eldritch evil that spawned the world. This revelation highlights the gravity of the threat looming over the world, dormant for millennia but now stirring again.
The epic cutscene transitions to Goldbrand, presenting the Realm Between Realms, an endless, void-filled expanse illuminated only by a network of arcane purple bridges connecting rift gateways between realms. This dimension embodies the Ether, the source of magic allowing wizards, sages, and sorcerers to cast spells using rift magic. To traverse this realm and others, unique spellswords or astral keys, such as the Wisp of The Wind, are required, each held by the elemental avatars and embodying the essence of their respective realms.
"Traversing the In-Between" is a testament to the rich lore and deep cosmological underpinnings of Legends of Tolria. It encapsulates a moment of revelation and learning, as Goldbrand imparts ancient wisdom and warns of the responsibilities of such knowledge. This encounter broadens the protagonists' understanding and sets the stage for their journey ahead, armed with newfound insight into the fabric of their universe and the dangers that threaten to unravel it.