Rulers across the plaza began reaching for their scrolls. Some signed without hesitation as their ambition or confidence drove them to immediate action.
Others turned to whisper with advisors or fellow monarchs, debating the wisdom of participation before committing.
A few rulers, after careful consideration, chose not to sign at all, leaving their scrolls empty.
King Oberon, seated at the Valaross continent's table, didn't hesitate even for a second. The moment the scroll appeared before him, he grasped the quill and signed it.
The wish from the Holy Grail had been something he'd desired ever since, and the opportunity to obtain it was too significant to pass up.
Across the square, similar scenes played out. Rulers made their choices, and the scrolls disappeared the moment they were signed.
Those who refused to participate found their scrolls fading away into motes of light, after several minutes of remaining empty.
