Declaration of War
The arena's lighting dimmed, and a single beam of light illuminated the center as a booming voice echoed throughout the stands.
"Ladies and gentlemen, warriors and spectators of the Tower!" the announcer's voice roared, amplified by unseen magic. "Today, we witness a clash between the young prodigy who has taken the tower by storm and an ancient beast of unyielding might. In one corner, we have the Sand Crocodile—on the brink of the resonance realm, a monster feared for its impenetrable hide and resistance to the elements!"
The crowd murmured in awe as the massive gate on one end of the arena slowly opened, revealing the hulking figure of the Sand Crocodile. It stomped forward, its thick, armored scales reflecting the dim light, its long tail dragging behind it like a whip ready to strike. Its menacing roar filled the arena, sending chills down the spines of even the most seasoned fighters in the audience.