Darius let out a low chuckle. "That's a twist worthy of a thriller novel."
The professor leaned back slightly, tone still calm but with a flicker of humor in his eyes. "And second: the randomness of elimination. When Hunters fail, twenty percent of their group are culled at random. It doesn't matter if you fought bravely or held back—it could be anyone. That unpredictability forces every Hunter to give their best, because no one wants to gamble their life on hesitation."
Selene leaned toward the camera, her voice hushed. "So this round pushes teamwork—but also tests nerves, luck, and even character."
"Well said," Veylin replied warmly. "It's not just strength on display. That is why this round is so fascinating."
On the broadcast display, a panel shimmered again into existence, reorganizing into something structured. Across the battlefield feed, a massive glowing table appeared with a map. Names arranged themselves into three distinct columns
