'Well, well, well! Which one of them will make the prestigious top eight! And now, the most insane person in the tournament, and the favorite to win! From the guild Tempest, which has overwhelmed a number of powerful enemies, you have the talent of [Effort]! Here comes Revell!
Waaaaaaaaaaaaa!
The air is shaking with cheers.
So far, you've become quite popular.
The three of us were steadily advancing through to the last eight.
Revell, blow that bastard away!
Kyu! Yuji! (Whew!)
Thank you. I'm on it.
I entered the arena, with Raru and Kyu cheering me on from the waiting room.
And my opponent in the final eight will be...
This one's a contender, too! How will he fight the strongest of the new adventurers! He has a natural talent [top-tier swordsman] from the Red Wolf, a guild to which commentator Sid also belongs! Enter Agito!
Waaaaaaaaaaaaa!
I didn't think they'd come this far.
The wolf-like ears and the sharp glare in his eyes.
And at this point in time, standing in the center of the arena, it doesn't pause to challenge me.
He has a slight history with Agito when it comes to guild selection.
It looks like you got lucky.
I'll tell you that.
Agito is a skilled fighter with the talent of a [Supreme Swordsman].
He's probably stronger than any opponent I've ever fought.
And with this guy looking down on me, it can't hurt to let your guard down.
"Kukkukukku, you can't get up here by luck. Besides, there's already a lot of talk among the adventurers. I thought you were just a rock lying on the side of the road, but I've decided to revise my assessment. You are my enemy.
...... I see, I was a bit underestimating Agito too .
There is no doubt that he is a similar type to Carlo, but Agito is far superior in ability.
It's not just in battle, but in behavior, mentality, and thinking that surpasses Carlo's.
When I first met him, he seemed to do whatever he wanted in the guild, but he didn't seem to be disliked by those around him.
It's probably because of Agito's charisma.
Although he wouldn't know it himself.
And now, he's changed his opinion of me.
I think it's fair to say that this is the big difference between Carlo and Agito.
It's not easy to change one's values and thoughts.
I suppose there's also the pride of being a top-ranking swordsman, and it's something Carlo couldn't do.
I see. Well, that's good to hear.
Yeah, that's what makes it all the more exciting.
What?
It's a great way to see who's stronger!
...... sounds like a mad dog.
Me and Agito raised our swords.
Under the right amount of tension, my concentration was quite high.
Can I get the Stout Sword now: ......?
The thought briefly crossed my mind, but I quickly let it go.
I haven't gotten strong enough to afford it.
I'll just do my best and win.
Then let the games begin!
At the signal from the studio, the two of us began to move.
And our swords together emitted the most powerful sound I've ever heard.
It echoed throughout the arena even as the crowd went wild.