Meanwhile, the field began changing slowly again in ways that took a moment for spectators to process completely.
10 spikes were born in a circle around the field, structures emerging from the ground in a symmetric design surrounding the combat area.
They rose gradually, earth compacting and shaping itself according to the wolverine's will. Each spike was positioned at precise intervals, 36 degrees apart, forming a perfect circle with the Bashe floating at approximately the center.
But also, different stakes were growing in the 4 corners of the arena and in the exact center, 5 points that didn't follow the same pattern as the 10 in the circle.
The wolverine stopped halfway through the process, pausing to recharge its external mana, then returned to work.
The energy drain was big. The wolverine's movements became slightly less fluid during the pause, like an athlete catching their breath between sprints.
But it was fine since it was hidden underground…
