A Negligent Friend

As he got closer to the flying city, the mana currents got more dangerous. Arthur had to construct barriers upon barriers just to keep himself safe. The others weren't any better as they tried to defend themselves in different ways. 

The ones with lower agility but higher defense and strength began to gain an edge in the race. The ten that had ascended first began to be eliminated by those behind them once they've shown weakness. 

The flying boards flew everywhere as they cast nets to save those who fell. 

As he was about to finish the area of the mana currents, Arthur felt a threatening intent from behind him. He looked back and found a man running after him holding a spear. 

'I guess even weapons are allowed,' Arthur frowned. 

The man had a wild look on his face as if he was a crazed beast. His hair was shoulder length and his eyebrows were bushy. His spear was taller than he was and he held it with ease. 

"Flashing Spear, Third Move."