The crowd murmured excitedly, liveliness and energy rippling off them in waves.
It had been a long day of spectating and cheering, all culminating to this very moment.
…The Final.
Between the Holy Knight Order and the Noble Guild.
Without having to think, Alden knew which side he would support.
Although he admired the tenacity and doggedness of the Holy Knights, the Noble Guild were just that much cooler in his eyes. Not to mention that he had also formed a somewhat personal connection with the Sisters, if not a memorable first impression at the very least.
So, Alden was looking forward to the bout.
He hoped his former examiners would win.
Throughout the day, the sun had slowly dipped towards the horizon as time passed. Now, it was close to setting, bathing the Theatre and the grounds of the arena in a molten, twilight glow.
Shadows stretched and stirred.
Soon after, both Guilds stepped out.
