[Was it really that simple? Before responding, Ven takes a few moments to mull over her words, scratching his head and then folding his arms.]

I think it's something about the world that's holding us back. The Star Shard, my Keyblade... plus, some people I've known could open up portals with darkness, but those'd only work within the enclosure. What I don't get is why those powers don't work. What makes this world different from any other?