Embark on an epic quest through a realm forged in fire and ancient magic, where Merlin, the legendary sorcerer, commands the elemental forces. The reels are set against a backdrop of scorching volcanic landscapes and a formidable dragon's lair, shrouded in an ominous, fiery glow. Ash swirls in the incandescent air, illuminated by the molten rivers that snake across the terrain, while the distant roar of a dragon echoes through the canyons. Ominous, powerful music pulses through the atmosphere, emphasizing the high stakes of this perilous journey. Players are drawn into a world where magic is raw, untamed, and brimming with the potential to forge legendary fortunes from the heart of the flame. Merlin's arcane staff serves as both a powerful Wild and a potent Scatter, forging connections between symbols and unlocking gateways to immense power. The true alchemy unfolds when three or more staff symbols ignite the reels, triggering the climactic Free Spins journey. Before this fiery bonus round begins, Merlin’s magic designates a special expanding symbol from the paytable. This chosen symbol, once it lands and forms a win, expands to cover its entire reel, ensuring breathtaking winning combinations across multiple lines. This potent transformation multiplies the excitement and the potential for colossal payouts, guaranteeing that the player’s journey through the flames culminates in a heroic bounty of legendary treasures, forged in dragon's breath and Merlin's indomitable will. The power of the flame is boundless, and its rewards are truly epic.