By midday, the city was no longer filled with news related to last night's chaos.
Instead, every tavern, square, and hall was filled with speculation from various analysts, reporters, bettors, and professors…
The announcement of the battle royale had changed everything.
Reporters scrambled to gather leaks, and soon, names began to surface.
The Ruri Arcane Academy, known for teaching at least four Arcane Arts, had debated fiercely among its council. In the end, they chose an Elemental Arts student.
"Elemental spells are versatile," one professor explained… "In a battle royale, versatility is survival."
Of course, many Academies had similar thoughts and ultimately chose someone who was practicing Fire or Earth Elemental Spells. They were incredibly powerful in battle royale after all.
The Golden Cross Academy, famed for its dual focus on Holy Arts and Knight Arts, shocked many by selecting a squire!
"A knight in training?" Dorn muttered in disbelief as he scribbled notes.
