ONLINE: Blades of Eternity-Chapter 218: THE TOP 20 REVEALED

The coliseum buzzed with anticipation as the energy in the air thickened. Participants, spectators, and VIPs alike held their breaths as Seraphine Gale reappeared at the center of the arena, her ethereal presence commanding silence.

Raising her hand, she summoned a translucent screen that hovered above her, shimmering with light as she spoke up.

"The results are in. Here are the top 20 students who will advance to the next phase of the competition."

The screen flickered before revealing the names one by one in glowing golden letters, accompanied by the academy, family, or house each student represented.

1. Kaelen Dragonyx – Pacesetters Academy

2. Forbes Hernandez – Pacesetters Academy

3. Charlotte Stark – Pacesetters Academy

4. Valir Ferris– Pacesetters Academy

5. Ethan Kent – Pacesetters Academy

6. Aric Alexandria – Alexandria Royal Group

7. Jeremy Sean – Alexandria Royal Group

8. Gunther Grent – Alexandria Royal Group

9. Ûnder Kelly – Lucent Family

10. Remy Martin – Lucent Family

11. Harold Melvin – Dragonyx Family

12. Oliver Grunt – Dragonyx Family

13. Trent Wayne – Blightmore House

14. Powell Hamilton – Dawning of Magic Academy

15. Dale Troy – Stormfell Family

16. Christabel Warner – Stormfell Family

17. Magnus Ferrum- Ferrum Family.

18. Pine Hughes – Dawning of Magic Academy

19. Devouring King – Valen Military Academy

20. Kelvin – Valen Military Academy

Gasps and murmurs rippled through the crowd as the screen finalized its list. The anticipation reached its peak as the significance of the names registered in the minds of those watching.

In the participants’ area, Kaelen glanced up at the screen, his name shining at the top. A faint smirk crossed his lips as he felt the weight of expectation settle heavier on his shoulders. Beside him, Ethan gave a quiet nod of satisfaction, and Morris smiled slightly, though his sharp gaze remained analytical.

Meanwhile, in the VIP section, Castenada leaned back in his seat, a glint of pride evident in his expression as he noted the dominance of the Pacesetters Academy students on the list. Marel, seated beside him, whistled softly.

"Five out of twenty. That’s not bad at all, Castenada. Your academy’s making quite the impression this year." Marel suddenly said with a light smirk on his face.

Castenada, however, remained composed as he replied.

"It’s only the beginning, Marel. The true test is yet to come."

As for Lysander Alexandria the crown prince, although he had his brows creased on his face, it didn’t stay for long as he quickly went back to normal. Meanwhile, Alden had a small smirk on his face as he muttered. "This should be interesting"

As the list of names continued to glow, Seraphine’s voice rang out once more.

"Congratulations to those who advanced. The next phase will not only test your strength but also your adaptability and spirit. Prepare yourselves, for the journey ahead will only grow more arduous."

The audience erupted into applause and cheers, their excitement for the next phase of the convention now at its peak.

Among the crowd, the Dragonyx Family, Royal Group, Valen Military Academy, and other houses exchanged quiet looks of rivalry. The competition had only grown fiercer, and the stakes were higher than ever.

Back in the participants’ area, Kaelen glanced toward his comrades, his resolve hardening as he spoke up.

"We’ve made it this far. Now let’s see how far we can really go."

Ethan, standing beside him, nodded with a grin.

"Let’s give them something to remember."

With the top 20 announced, the stage was set for the next chapter in the competition, and the coliseum buzzed with anticipation for what was yet to come.

Suddenly, after a few minutes went by, the translucent screen shimmered once again, clearing away the list of the top 20 participants and reforming into new groupings. Seraphine Gale, her presence still commanding, floated gracefully in the center of the arena as she addressed the audience and participants.

"The second phase will now begin. The top 20 contenders have been divided into five groups. Each group will compete in a new round robin, where only the top two from each group will advance to the next stage. Observe the screen for your placements."

The crowd hushed in anticipation as the screen displayed the new groups.

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Group A:

Kaelen Dragonyx – Pacesetters Academy

Jeremy Sean – Alexandria Royal Group

Ûnder Kelly – Lucent Family

Devouring King – Valen Military Academy

Group B:

Forbes Hernandez – Pacesetters Academy

Aric Alexandria – Alexandria Royal Group

Powell Hamilton –Dawning of Magic Academy

Christabel Warner – Stormfell Family

Group C:

Ethan Kent – Pacesetters Academy

Harold Melvin – Dragonyx Family

Remy Martin – Lucent Family

Trent Wayne – Blightmore House

Group D:

Charlotte Stark – Pacesetters Academy

Gunther Grent – Alexandria Royal Group

Dale Troy – Stormfell Family

Oliver Grunt – Dragonyx Family

Group E:

Valir Ferris – Pacesetters Academy

Pine Hughes – Dawning of Magic Academy

Kelvin Bowel – Valen Military Academy

Magnus Ferrum – Ferrum Clan

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A wave of murmurs swept through the coliseum as the audience absorbed the group compositions. The mix of alliances, rivalries, and sheer power left spectators buzzing with excitement.

Back in the participants’ area, Kaelen narrowed his eyes as he saw his group. His gaze lingered on Jeremy Sean, the representative of the Alexandria Royal Group, and Ûnder Kelly, whose family was known for their unparalleled spear techniques and precision. Then his focus shifted to the Devouring King, a figure whose sheer brute strength had earned him his ominous moniker.

"This won’t be easy." Kaelen involuntarily muttered in a hushed tone while still observing the Devouring King.

Beside him, Ethan gave him a light pat on the shoulder, his own eyes fixed on the translucent screen as he spoke up.

"None of this is meant to be easy. But if anyone can make it through, it’s you."

Kaelen smirked faintly but didn’t reply. Instead, he turned his attention back to the glowing screen as Seraphine continued speaking.

"The second phase will commence shortly. Participants, prepare yourselves. The challenges ahead will demand not only strength but also adaptability and cunning. May the best prevail."

The screen flickered off, leaving the crowd to erupt into cheers and speculation over how each group would fare.

In the VIP section, Castenada leaned forward, his gaze fixated on the grouping of Group A.

Marel, seated beside him, chuckled softly as he spoke up.

"Kaelen’s group looks particularly intense. The Devouring King and that Jeremy boy will make for a brutal fight."

"Kaelen will manage. He’s faced challenges far worse than this. Let’s see how he navigates this storm." Castenada replied with a pensive look on his face.

’We’ll see about that’ not far away from Castenada, Lysander thought confidently as he gave Castenada a short glance before looking away.

The stage was set for the second phase of the competition, and the air inside the coliseum crackled with anticipation as the top 20 participants prepared to face their next test.

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As Seraphine Gale raised her hand, a sudden gust of wind swept through the coliseum, sending a ripple of excitement through the audience. Her voice, calm yet commanding, echoed across the arena.

"And now, let the second phase of the Individual Class Battles begin. To ensure fair and simultaneous progress for each group, the arena will transform once more."

Her fingers flicked, and the ground beneath the massive coliseum began to rumble. The audience leaned forward, some gasping as the vast stage slowly split apart. Cracks formed, glowing faintly with mana, as the single massive arena separated into five equally spaced mini-arenas, each noticeably larger than the ones from the first phase.

The transformation was seamless yet dramatic, with towering stone platforms rising between the mini-arenas to separate the groups completely. Once the splitting was complete, Seraphine snapped her fingers, and translucent barriers—thicker and brighter than before—enveloped each mini-arena, shimmering with layers of intricate runes.

"These barriers will ensure safety and clarity for spectators while providing an undisturbed stage for the participants. Each group, proceed to your assigned arena." Seraphine continued in a plain yet imposing tone.

The participants instinctively moved, finding themselves drawn toward their respective groups. Kaelen, Jeremy Sean, Ûnder Kelly, and the Devouring King stepped into their designated mini-arena. The air inside felt heavier, saturated with dense mana, as though warning them of the intense battles to come.

The audience murmured in awe, their voices blending into a chaotic hum of excitement.

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In the VIP section, Marel folded his arms as he gazed down at the transformation while he spoke up.

"Impressive. The barriers alone could withstand an elder mage’s assault. Seraphine really knows how to set the stage."

Castenada, however, wasn’t paying attention to the barriers. His eyes were locked on Group A, where Kaelen stood in quiet concentration as he replied.

"The size of the arenas this time favors strategies requiring space and mobility. This will be a true test of who can adapt."

Nearby, Kael Dragonyx who had suddenly arrived unnoticed by most, taking a seat with an air of nonchalance right behind Castenada and the others in the VIP section. His gaze wandered lazily until it stopped on the translucent barrier surrounding Kaelen’s group. And then, a small smirk appeared on his face as he muttered.

"Seems like you weren’t as weak as I expected you to be. Let’s see if the Dragonyx name holds true in him."

As for Lysander who apparently is unknowingly seated right in front of Kael, said nothing but suddenly exchanged a knowing glance with an obscure figure amongst the commoners spectating area. And then, the figure simply nodded in acknowledgment.

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Back in the mini-arenas, Kaelen tested the ground with his foot, finding it solid and unwavering despite the visible separation of the coliseum. His eyes darted to his opponents—Jeremy Sean, standing tall with his royal demeanor, Ûnder Kelly, his spear resting casually on his shoulder, and the towering Devouring King, whose presence alone seemed to add weight to the atmosphere.

"This is it. No room for hesitation now." Kaelen suddenly muttered under his breath as he began to settle in on the tension in the group.

The stage was set, the barriers shimmering brightly as Seraphine Gale gave the final command

"Let the battles begin!"

The crowd roared, the barriers glowing brighter as the mana within each mini-arena surged, signaling the beginning of the second phase.