Chapter 214: Fighting A Beast Master
With Alorian's unprecedented forfeiture, the atmosphere in the central plaza reached a fever pitch.
"The matches for the Top 12 have officially concluded!" Octavius's booming voice thundered, vibrating through the massive arena.
He raised his massive hand, silencing the murmurs that were beginning to swell.
"The format for the next phase is as follows: These six remaining victors will now battle in single-elimination matches to determine the Top 3. Once the Top 3 have been finalized, they will be joined by our reigning Rank 1, Zane, who has been granted a bye for these preliminary rounds. Together, those four will form the final contestants for the Semifinals!"
A wave of intense excitement rippled through the hundred thousand spectators.
The six remaining fighters in the bracket were the absolute cream of the crop: Rhain, Elysar (Rank 2), Leontis (Rank 3), and three other elite Gold Badge disciples currently ranked 6th, 7th, and 8th.
