"Inside this simulation, everyone's strength and class are equalized. There are no ranks, no bloodline advantages, and no noble privileges. Here, all of you are A-Ranked adventurers."
The silence broke instantly.
"What?!"
"Equalized?!"
"You mean we're all the same level here?"
Bale nodded once, his expression unreadable.
"Yes. You all possess A-Rank physical stats, class, mana pool, mana output, and combat parameters. There are no exceptions. You stand on equal ground. This test exists mainly to test adaptability."
For a brief moment, a wave of excitement erupted among the weaker recruits.
"Finally," someone said, almost laughing. "I can see what it feels like to fight like an A-Rank!"
"Yeah! For once, nobles and elites won't have the advantage!" another cheered.
Several of the lower-ranked recruits grinned, exhilarated at the idea of finally experiencing true power. But the joy didn't last long.
Bale's earlier words echoed again in their minds.
"F to S."
