Chapter 51: Round 2

[Pinnacle Academy: Stadium 1 - Arena A, VIP Box Stand - A ]

Oberon Starcaster, leader of the Infra Tech Innovators Guild, leaned back in his plush chair, his gaze fixed on the holographic display before him.

It wasn't just any display; it was a live feed of the ongoing duel in Arena A, his box offering the best possible view.

His fingers tapped rhythmically on the armrest, while the clashing sounds echoed from the arena far below.

he was glancing at the report on his desk detailing the upcoming matchups.

While Jan showcased controlled power and calculated dominance, something was missing. A spark. This year's Academy tournament felt oddly...formulaic.

Reaching out, he summoned a holographic window displaying the results from Arena D.

One match in particular drew his eye: Rel. An unknown archer rose above a top 200 class bruiser amongst the first years.