As the golden lights faded and the crowd's cheers mellowed into whispers of anticipation, a new tone swept across the arena.
Gone was the playful commentary, as well as the laughter and lighthearted rivalry. The arena floor sank into darkness, and then—like the raising of a god's stage—a massive obsidian ring emerged from below, encased in shimmering energy barriers that crackled faintly.
Above, the screen dimmed before revealing an insignia etched in brilliant platinum-blue, the very emblem of the Titanium Division.
The crowd stood up as everyone - even the seated VIPs - knew that this was not just another division, but rather the summit of esper power.
This was what most came here for, be it the factions like Supreme Force and even the Ancients - they definitely sent a secret observer disguised as a normal person - as well as the businesses like Daoming Corp and finally the top esper clans looking to recruit affiliates.
