The Second Stage Begins, Prevalent Hostility

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Thirty minutes later…

General Zieg clapped his hands, gaining everyone's attention.

The start was upon them!

But before he could begin the round, General Zieg felt it was best he revealed his intentions instead of sidelining the participants halfway through.

'If it were more seasoned members, I'd introduce unforeseen circumstances. But, seeing as they're all fledgling members at best, I won't make it too difficult for them. Still, the numbers are far too great. I must reduce them in any way possible.'

General Zieg's calm gaze fell upon the segmented platform below with a proud expression. "For the most part, many of your isolated arenas will have twenty-one participants vying for the top spot. But, some will consist of twenty-two participants."