The academic year had barely begun when the announcement of the ranking exam shook the entire nation of Wecristan. For the first time in history, the prestigious martial academy had opened its doors to anyone who wished to study the art of combat, regardless of their social status or background. This was a revolutionary change that sparked hope and excitement among the commoners, but also resentment and fear among the nobles.
The reason for this drastic reform was simple: the nation was running on a finite amount of resources. The martial arts required a lot of energy and materials to practice and master, and the academy had always been selective and exclusive in its admission process. Only the best and the brightest, or the richest and the most influential, could enter the academy and enjoy its benefits. But this system had changed by accepting so many people so it's only natural they come up with means of creating a balance.