Gravis didn't consider his death as a way that made him stronger, but about a reminder that he had to keep himself in check. Yet, when Gravis thought about his reckless plan, his mind wavered. His plan involving the Pre-Forming Technique and the jade token from Wendy could change him if it succeeded. Would he still remain himself when that happened?
Everyone that read about Gravis' fights and enemies would say that Gravis would die. Gravis was always the weaker party in an actual fight and that he "coincidentally" always survived, would make people believe that there was something behind that. It all seemed too coincidental. If Gravis didn't know the truth, even he would believe Aion.
"Come here, come all! Anyone able to take on Big Barry? 15 wins with no defeats! You only need to pay ten silver to fight a strong opponent! Where else could you find such a good deal?" one man shouted from beside one of the arenas. Apparently, fighting in arenas was also a way to make money.