A mischievous glimmer danced in the depths of the giant's eyes as Orion's affirmative response elicited a curious smile. Then, with a resounding bellow that seemed to shake the very foundations of the hall, the giant commanded the attention of all present.
"Cease all combat!" His voice rolled through the air like distant thunder, carrying authority that none dared to ignore. The clamor of ongoing duels and sparring matches abruptly died down, replaced by a stunned silence. Eyes turned towards the source of the command, some filled with confusion, others with intrigue.
"A new contender emerges today," the giant continued, his gaze never leaving Orion. "A challenger for Akazar."
Murmurs rippled through the crowd, faces shifting from surprise to wary interest. Orion, still standing before the massive figure, frowned. Something wasn't right.