betimes (adverb)

1. In the land of Elaria, the elves rose betimes to prepare for battle against the dark sorcerer.

2. Having fallen madly in love, the couple would often meet betimes to watch the sun rise together.

3. The haunted mansion always filled with dread betimes, as ominous shadows crept through the halls.

4. In Greek mythology, the gods and goddesses awoken betimes to observe the mortal realm and intervene when necessary.