The Elusive Oracle

Craft a story about a cryptic oracle who gives nearly incomprehensible prophecies and the characters’ quest to understand them.

Prophecies and oracles are a classic element of fantasy. Push this idea further by making the oracle’s predictions particularly elusive or cryptic, adding layers of complexity to the plot. How do these initially confusing premonitions eventually direct the storyline or character development? This prompt explores the interplay between destiny, will, and the weight of interpretation.

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