5. THE CAPITAL

Sealed Games Arc

Exo: HAH, GRAH- YAHHH... Ouch-

Ghoul: I'd recommend you don't attack the trees, you see- in this world. Trees are as hard as steel. So please refrain, you'll only hurt yourself.

Exo: *mocks* You'll only hurt yourself blah blah blah-

Ghoul: I heard that.

Rex: Steel, tsk- that's nothing.

Eva: Steeeeeeeel, Steel Trees WOAHHH.

Exo: Little cocky there Rex, for a guy who was being held back by some random.

Rex: I'm not the one who had their head planted into the concrete now am I?

Exo: I WASN'T LOOKING- I'D KICK THAT GUYS ASS SIDEWAYS IF I WAS TRYING.

Eva: Steel Trees.

Ghoul: *sighs* I can tell this is gonna be more difficult then the last bunch.

The group reached the outer gates of the capital, the beautiful sound of trumpets and instruments alike filtered throughout the air. The blue sky- as contenders made way into the center.

Rex: Festive.

Eva: I like balloons.

Ghoul: I think she's in shock from all the dopamine, our levels are different than earths- so usually newcomers are in a brighter mood. You know, before the whole dying part-

Exo: I just wanna fight and win *smacks fist to his palm*.

Rex: Don't get me pumped, I'll enjoy myself too much.

Ghoul: This feeling, you both share excitement. Whereas Eva is masking her discomfort in the dopamine transmitted around. She truly is trying to ignore the fact that DEATH is an outcome, and a seventy two % chance outcome for her in The Sealed Games.

Exo: YOU'RE SCARING HER- that's my job- BLAHHHH WE'RE GONNA DIE BLAHHH.

Eva: You jerk.

Rex: Enough you two, it looks like it's time to begin. You see, there's a man on that balcony.

Ghoul: If you need me I'll be a few words away, make sure to listen closely. He won't repeat himself, and also- good luck with the first sequence.

Rex: Huh?

Eva: What?

Exo: First sequence ehhh?

The trumpets went away as the man stepped forward. His attire was green, a darker green. And black pants, almost new. His face was masked by some kind of enchantment or device- a blur flowed around his face.

His voice was muffled a bit, but sounded mid 20's is. And then, he spoke-

The Game Master: WELCOME, TO THE 357th annual Sealed Games Tournament. This year, unlike all others. We will allow enhancements to you're cores. Other then unlocking you're cores and beginning the Tournament immediately. We shall grant every group a singular core enhancer. If used properly, it will help you out of a tough situation. If used in the midst of stress, or immaturely- I will inform you, you will die.

Random man: WHY DO YOU CHOOSE WHO LIVES OR DIES-

Rex: Damn, he's got a point- don't ya'think Exo?

The Game Master: All questions will be answered in time. I advise you not ask those questions during the opening ceremony. Nothing good could come of that.

Exo: This guy gives me the creeps.

The Game Master: Furthermore, if anything- I thank you all, for joining our Tournament. There can only be one winning team, but that doesn't mean that the losing teams will die. If you forfeit at the brink of death, you may live and be given authority to leave this Realm at once. If you succeed in the goal at hand, I personally- will see to you're desires.

Rex: Shady Sunnuva-

Exo: This seems interesting, maybe I'll get to fight this guy if I prove how strong I am.

A figure walked by, wearing a black dress- a pistol written in her boot.

Exo: Great.

Rex: I'll get him.

Ghoul: Pay close attention, this is the most important part.

Exo: Lock in guys, we have company.

Sealed Games Arc | End of Chapter