It was early morning, and the arena was already packed to the brim.
Spectators filled every seat, eager to witness the day's fierce battles.
Outside, those who couldn't get tickets gathered in massive crowds, standing in front of a gigantic screen similar to the four inside the stadium.
They were excited, determined not to miss a second of the live broadcast.
All thirty-two fighters had arrived—sixteen warriors competing in the Trials of Light Tier and sixteen champions battling in the Crusade of Valor Tier.
Each one stood ready for combat, waiting for their turn to fight.
An official stepped forward and called them to the arena gates, instructing them to form a line.
As the crowd watched the warriors appear, a deafening uproar filled the air.
And then—the announcer's electrifying voice rang out, fueling the excitement even more.
"Ladies and gentlemen, warriors and spectators alike!
The moment has arrived!
