The fights continued. Some fights were quick and decisive. Others were longer and more technical. But eventually, all ten duels were completed.
Professor Hendricks stepped back onto the central platform. "All duels are now concluded! Rankings will be posted shortly. You have exactly two hours to rest, eat, and prepare your supplies for Part Three of the examination."
He paused, his expression becoming more serious.
"Part Three will take place in the Arvsen Forest, starting at the northern border near the academy grounds. You will each be given an emergency talisman that will immediately extract you from the forest if activated. However, activating this talisman means automatic failure of Part Three."
Murmurs ran through the crowd.
