Synopsis

The protagonist is told his progress towards the Blue Dragon Achievement is underway, but the next step is achieving enlightenment via meditation. He seeks further guidance but is told to figure it out on his own. Simultaneously, the antagonist(s) discuss how they've manipulated the flow of time and space in his training area, causing mental stress, but it's deemed helpful in the long run. The protagonist fights his way through a horde, realizing that the increase in speed has significantly depleted his energy.