Bi-Annual Placement Battles

John took in a deep breath of crisp early morning air, before he closed the door behind him and began to walk deeper into the sect. His housing was located near many of the other disciples, and he quickly spotted most of the other disciples also leaving for the bi-annual placement battles. 

As he ventured forward, the amount of disciples heading towards the martial arena steadily increased, and before long, a massive crowd was moving towards the arena. Countless discussions amongst disciples broke out, as an air of excitement and anticipation filled the crowd.

John heard many boasts from various disciples, as they detailed to their peers of how they would triumph and rise in status. Other discussions were about predictions on which disciples would rise through the ranks, and if there would be any shake up at the very top.

"You think there will be a change in direct disciples, or the Three Emperors?" one excited youth asked as John passed by.