"Tell , do you know about the annual event, the Hunters Championship Clash?"
"Of course, it’s a tournant held every year, every Sanctuary has their own version of it. In our Sanctuary, I know each Guild can select seven Hunters to participate in the competition, and the Union can select four Freelance Hunters to round out the numbers-...oh. Ohh," I realized as it clicked.
"Exactly, we’ll have you participate, it’ll be the perfect stage to announce yourself! Usually, only Aces and K-Ranks participate, but I’ve abused my authority plenty already, so what’s the harm in pulling a few more strings?
And besides, it’s not like there are any rules barring lower-ranked Hunters from participating."
"Even so, it’s probably at least sothing of an unspoken rule, right?"
"Yeah, but that’s fine. Every year, the Guildmasters et with and we discuss the tournant, specifically who should participate...usually, it’s made up of the best Hunters in the Sanctuary, most of the Aces and then a bunch of K-Ranks to make up the numbers.
But in years where there are a number of talented rookie Hunters, we make an exception and most of the more experienced high-ranked Hunters sit out the tournant to give the next generation a chance at the spotlight, though a few still participate.
Incidentally, the Freelance Hunters selected by the Union rarely do well, Guild Hunters tend to be a lot more capable since they’re used to higher level raids. But if you participate, I’m willing to bet that’ll change. So, what do you think?" She inquired, a hopeful gleam in her eyes.
She sure does love her theatrics, doesn’t she? Well, I suppose I don’t particular hate stuff like this myself, I’d be lying if I said I didn’t find the idea appealing.
"Yeah, alright. Sounds like fun, count in."
"Great! Then, let’s go with that! The tournant is scheduled for the 25th of May, so there’s little over a month left. The participants will be set by the end of this month, I’ll make sure your na is on the roster.
I’m sure the Guilds will agree to let the rookies participate this year. You and Ariella Velle aside, there are also a number of talented new K-Ranked Hunters this year too."
"Wait, really? Didn’t most of them decide not to beco Hunters?"
"No, that was only in your class. There were two other classes at the Academy, rember?"
Oh, right...yeah, there were around sixty students total, divided into three classes of about twenty each. There wasn’t any overlap or joint sessions between the classes, so I kinda forgot about that whole thing.
"A tournant, huh? And you said a few of the more experienced high-ranked Hunters will still participate even if it is decided to let the rookies be the focus of the competition, right? Any chance Rex will be a participant?" I asked her.
"Oh, definitely not, he hasn’t participated in a single edition. His lack of motivation aside, his Magic makes him basically unbeatable in one on one combat.
Well, not anymore, I suppose, thanks to you. But I’m sure you rember how he declared with absolute certainty that he’ll never fight you again," She reminded with a wry smile.
"Yup, I rember. That’s too bad, I had fun sparring against him, it was a nice challenge," I sighed wistfully.
"Unfortunately, he didn’t share that sentint," She laughed in response.
"Yeah, a sha. Alright, with that settled, I’m gonna get going now. I’m still pretty worn out from the last raid, at least ntally, so I’d like to get so rest.
I know there’s still so ti, but...thank you for everything you’ve done for , Chairwoman, I really appreciate it," I smiled gratefully, as I stood up and bowed my head respectfully.
"Oh, you don’t have to do all that...but I suppose it is nice to hear. You’re most welco. Oh, wait, before you go...head down to the basent, the sheath you asked for fit your blade is ready, so pick it up on the way out," She inford .
"Wow, already? That was fast," I responded in surprise.
I only made the request the day before my last raid, I thought it’d take longer since it’s a custom job and all.
"Well, since we asured the length, width and curve of the blade, the rest was easy...normally, we would’ve gotten it to you within an hour. But since your blade is unnaturally sharp, the material we normally use would’ve gotten damaged by it. So, we needed a bit more ti to get so stronger materials," She explained.
"Cool, thanks, appreciate it. I’ll pick it up before I leave," I replied, before adding as I headed for the door, "See you later, Chairwoman, take care."
"Yes, you too," She nodded with a smile, as I stepped out and shut the door behind .
I made my way through the building and down to the basent, heading through the corridor as I got to the bottom of the stairs.
I stopped in front of one of the doors and knocked on it, before opening the door and entering, shutting it behind as I stepped into the room.
It was a large space with a bunch of equipnt for creating weapons and gear, it was used to develop and experint with new prototypes and improve existing items.
There were a couple of people in here, working on so gear. They glanced up as I entered the room, one of them standing up and approaching .
"Hey, how’s it going? I’m here to pick up the sheath I requested a few days ago," I greeted him politely.
"Yes, it’s ready, right here," He replied with a smile, reaching under a nearby table and taking it out, before handing it to , "Here you go. Check to see if it’s the right fit, in case we need to make any adjustnts."
Wow, it looks great. A pitch-black sheath with a purple pattern across the sides, it looks aweso.
Quiet, you.
"Let’s see...," I muttered, taking Desecrator out and putting it into the sheath, the blade sliding in smoothly.
Nice, it’s firmly in place, the opening in the sheath is the perfect size. No trouble drawing it out either.
"How does it feel?"
"No complaints here, it’s a perfect fit. Thank you so much," I smiled, as I placed my newly sheathed blade into Treasury.
I’d rather not have to draw Desecrator out of Treasury during the tournant, don’t want to reveal too much, after all.
So, this’ll make things a lot more convenient, it’ll definitely be faster than having to chant to open Treasury every ti I want to draw it out and put it back.
Anyway, with that settled...ti to go ho and kick back, I wanna laze around for a few days after that exhausting raid.
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