The Upcoming Tournament

[Three months later]

Liam"Thoughts": I was expecting things to be more easier but they are annoying and stressful than before. *sighs*

Pro. Arthur: Okay that's all for today, but before I go, I believe you all are aware of the upcoming tournament; Brawl Of Elements Tournament.

Class: Yes.

Pro. Arthur: Good. Let me enlighten you on it a little bit. This tournament will be taking place in Mythos Ridge in zone one and it is happening three weeks from now.

Liam"Thoughts": Zone 1? Isn't that where Sheila is from? *turns slightly to look at Sheila*

Pro. Arthur: This tournament is more of a battle, and is between 4 schools across the major Zones. We have our school; Dark Knight Academy, and the other three are Noble Knight Academy; Zone 5, Gallant Guardian Academy; Zone 9 and Citadel Of Honor Academy; Zone 15. Four students fromeach school and this in only for you second years. And also Grand Marshal Julian will be there .

Charles: Grand Marshal Julian?

Liam: hmm?... hey Dylan, who is that?

Dylan: He is the best knight currently all over the Zones. Extremely strong, more than Sir Regulus.

Liam: I see! *internally* well that doesn't give me any motive to join this tournament anyway but I think they will pick whoever they feel like. Well, I'm in for anything.

Sheila: Um, Professor? Are the Kings and Queens going to be there?

Pro. Arthur: Of course, the Crescent Family, the Tempus Family and the Bréon Family as well. Anyways this is all I have for you, enjoy your weekend and prepare. *walks outof the classroom*

"Since that was the last class Liam decided to leave class early"

Sheila: Liam?

Liam: Yeah!

Sheila: Can we train today?

Liam: Combat or Physical training?

Sheila: Um... any. *unsure*

Liam: Well, I'm not really training today, just do what you want to do. I have something to do so later!

Sheila: O...Okay! Bye

[Saturday, in the training room]

Dylan: Hey, you've been here for hours let's go!

Sheila: Not yet, give me five minutes *training her swordsmanship*

Dylan: You've been saying this for the past two hours!

Sheila: *stops* okay why don't you go without me? I'll be right behind you *smiles*

Dylan: Alright, bye! I'll be in the cafeteria if you need me.

Sheila: Got that.

"Dylan leaves and Sheila continues to train. Meanwhile back in Galen's office, there was a little discuss"

Mystica: So, who are we considering for the tournament roster?

Galen: Without bias, Liam definitely deserves a spot.

Magnus: Agreed. Now, what about the other three participants?

Regulus: That's going to be a challenging decision.

Magnus: Indeed. We have Asher, Sheila, Charles, and Dylan to consider.

Mystica: Let's not overlook Brianna.

Galen: Absolutely. Given the nature of the tournament, she's a strong contender.

Regulus: True, her performance during Sanguis' attack was impressive.

Magnus: *sighs* They're all skilled, and...

*knock on the door*

Galen: Huh?

Regulus: Are we expecting someone?

Galen: Not that I'm aware of. Come in!

*door opens*

Liam: Hey, Sir Galen! I wanted to... oh, hi everyone. Didn't expect to see you here.

Mystica: Hello, Liam. How are you?

Liam: I'm good. I came to inquire about the Brawl Of Elements Tournament.

Magnus: Why the sudden interest?

Liam: Just curious. Besides, there must be some information about the tournament by now. By the way, where's Miss Ember?

Magnus: She's handling some matters. You're right, though. Details about the tournament will be provided to all students on Monday.

Liam: I see. Since it's just a two-day difference, you could just fill me in now, couldn't you?

Magnus: No!

Regulus: Well, technically, Magnus, he's not wrong.

Magnus: *sighs* Fine. Take a seat.

Liam: *sits down*

Magnus: Alright, what questions do you have?

Liam: First off, what's the tournament going to be like?

Magnus: The tournament is purely combat-based. No swords, no armor, just your fists, legs, and body.

Liam: Just fists? What kind of tournament is that? But it could be interesting.

Galen: That's what the Supreme Council decided this time around.

Liam: This time?

Magnus: Yes, last time they didn't allow any magic or abilities.

Liam: So ours is different?

Galen: Yes.

Liam: Anything else I should know?

Magnus: The tournament is every person for themselves, like a sparring match from start to finish.

Liam: One-on-one, huh? Interesting! And there are four other schools involved, right?

Mystica: Yes, Noble Knight Academy, Citadel Of Honor Academy, and Gallant Guardian Academy.

Regulus: Meaning, four students from each school.

Liam: So, eight fights to kick things off.

Magnus: Yes, students from all four schools mixed up.

Galen: And it continues like that until the final two competitors.

Liam: Alright, very interesting. I think I'm good now. Oh, before I leave, who is Grand Marshal Julian?

Regulus: *smirks* Professor Arthur, did he tell you about this?

Liam: Yeah, if that's his name.

Regulus: Currently, Grand Marshal Julian is the most powerful knight, surpassing even Gold rank knights.

Liam: Is that even possible?

Mystica: Well, yes. The details are shrouded by the Supreme Council.

Liam: Okay, but between you and him, who's stronger? *addressing Regulus*

Regulus: Without a doubt, him.

Mystica: Interestingly, their magic is quite similar.

Liam: How? *curious*

Mystica: Regulus wields Celestial magic, while Grand Marshal Julian possesses Divine Destruction magic.

Liam: Divine Destruction magic?

Mystica: Yes, a formidable magic only a few knights possess.

Liam: I see. Well, that's all I need. Thank you!

Magnus: Liam?

Liam: Yeah?

Magnus: Keep this information to yourself. It's supposed to be announced on Monday.

Liam: My lips are sealed. Bye!

Mystica: Wait, we need your input on something.

Liam: Huh?

Mystica: It's about selecting students for the tournament.

Liam: Okay.

Mystica: We have Charles, Asher, Sheila, Brianna, and Dylan.

Liam: What about Maxwell?

Mystica: Max? Why?

Liam: Well, since it's only a fist tournament, he's a perfect fit with his enhancement magic.

Galen: *internally* He's right; Maxwell's enhancement magic makes him an ideal choice for this tournament.

Liam: And if I'm choosing from the list, Asher is my top pick, followed by Sheila and Brianna. Dylan's magic suits swordsmanship better, so he might not be the best fit. Anyways, Max, Asher, Sheila, and Brianna seem like solid choices.

Mystica: That's a strong lineup.

Galen: But you've already been selected.

Liam: I see. Well, then it's up to you to decide who to remove from my choices or add anyone else you see fit. Your decisions are what matter. Bye! *walks out*

Regulus: His selections were impressive.

Mystica: Agreed, very solid choices.

Magnus: So, who are we going to remove?

Galen: Are you okay with this?

Magnus: Yes.

Mystica: Well, considering them all, they're all strong contenders.

Magnus: True.

Galen: *sighs* Who's it going to be?

Regulus: We all know what needs to be done, even if we don't want to.

Mystica: Yeah, but I dread it.

Magnus: Me too, but Regulus is correct.

Galen: Very well then, since we're all in agreement.

Mystica: Yeah, whatever.

[Monday in class 2A]

Magnus: Alright thats all you should know about the tournament. Now for those were selected...

Liam: * internally* finally, I've been waiting to hear this.

Magnus: ...we have Liam, Asher, Maxwell and Sheila

Brianna: *internally* W-What I wasn't picked. Why?

Sheila: *internally* yes! I will show them how strong I've gotten.

Liam: *internally* I see, well. It's their choice.

Magnus: Well thats all have a great week everyone and participants, train well.

Liam: *internally* Well that was something. Anyways tye rest will watch from the audience.

Brianna: *internally* Did he ask them not to put me in?

[Later that day in the schools library]

Liam: What did you want to ask Brianna?

Brianna: Well Liam, I've been wondering why my name wasn't part of those picked and...*interrupted*

Liam: ....you think I have something to do with it?

Brianna: *shocked* um, yes.

Liam: Well, I'm to disappoint you but I have nothing to do with it.

Brianna: Well...

Liam: Anyways, why do you think I will do that?

Brianna: Umm,....well Mystica said something last time

Liam: hmm?

Brianna: She said you won't allow me to help because You won't like for me to get injured. *embarrassed*

Liam: *surprised* s-she did huh, well I have nothing to do with it.

Brianna: Anyways I'm sorry for thinking like that

Liam: Don't worry, is okay

Brianna: A-Alright if you say so.

Liam: By the way I'm heading to the cafeteria to get something and eat, wanna come?

Brianna: *blushes* Mm, I would like to but I'm low on money right now

Liam: Don't worry, it's on me

Brianna: O-okay.

"They head for the cafeteria to eat and talk for a while. After, Liam escorted Brianna back to her dorm"

Liam: Well, I'll leave now

Brianna: Mm Liam

"Liam turns and meets a hug from Brianna"

Liam: Uh-

Brianna: *releases the hug* thanks for today, I really enjoyed it *smiles*

Liam: Well I'm glad you did. See tomorrow *leaves*

Brianna: Yeah, See tomorrow.

[In Mythos Ridge; Aether Colosseum]

Dylan: Whoa! This place is huge

Chris: Yeah

Galen: Now everyone go have yiur seats and wait fir the tournament to commerce.

Students: Sure!

Magnus: The rest of you get on stage like the other students.

"The four participants got on stage to meet the other students from different schools"

Gareth: Well hello ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the 14th Brawl Of Elements Tournament. I'm the one and only Gareth Ironheart from Silverhood and I'm here today as your announcer for this tournament. Now please let me introduce our competitors. From Noble Knight Academy, we have Tristan Thonridge; Son of Grand Marshal Julian, Aveline Foxworth, Cedric Den and Henry Redmont. From Dark Knight Academy, we have Liam Hunter, Asher Hawthorne, Sheila Crescent and Maxwell Strongthorn. From Gallant Guardian Academy, we have Roselind Summer, Oliver Goldcrest, Rowena Good and Megan Kinn. From Citadel Of Honor Academy, we have Edward Mega, Richard Hill, Finn Hugh and Michael Hove. Ladies and gentlemen, these are your competitors. Now let's wait for the match up and start kicking.

*few minutes later*

Looks like them match ups ate ready.

First Fight; Tristan Thonridge Vs. Finn Hugh

Second Fight: Edward Mega Vs. Maxwell Strongthorn

Third Fight; Sheila Crescent Vs. Oliver Goldcrest

Forth Fight ; Aveline Foxworth Vs. Megan Kinn

Fifth Fight; Richard Hill Vs. Henry Redmond

Sixth Fight: Michael Hove Vs. Rowena Good

Seventh Fight; Liam Hunter Vs. Cedric Den

Eighth Fight; Asher Hawthorne Vs. Rosalind Summer

And this is how is goimg to be folks now competitors go relax for 10 minutes then we start.