Bountiful Rewards! The Final Round Begins!

The final round of the tournament had arrived, and anticipation hung thick in the air as the top ten youths gathered in the arena. A wise and respected elder in the martial community, stepped forward to address the crowd. His voice carried the weight of authority and wisdom as he described the format of the final round.

"My dear spectators and esteemed contestants, welcome to the grand finale of this exhilarating tournament," the elder began, his eyes gleaming with pride. "For this round, the arena will be consolidated into one magnificent platform, a stage befitting the best of the best. Each youth among the top ten will take their turn upon this platform, showcasing their prowess and skill."

He gestured toward the grand platform before them, the focal point of the arena. "Once a youth takes to the stage, another amongst the top ten will have the honor to challenge them. The battles are sure to be intense displaying the true might of these exceptional young talents."

The crowd buzzed with excitement, eager to witness the thrilling confrontations that awaited them.

The elder continued, "To ensure fairness and preserve the strength of our contestants, no youth shall engage in two consecutive battles. After a contest, they shall be granted a well-deserved 15-minute break if they so need, in order to gather their composure and vitality."

As the rules were laid out, the contestants nodded, appreciating the consideration for their well-being in the grueling final rounds.

"Each victory will earn the victor a point in the ranking," the elder explained. "At the conclusion of all battles, the youth with the most wins shall be crowned our champion. The rankings will be determined accordingly, with the youth who secures the least victories placing in the tenth position."

Murmurs of approval and excitement rippled through the crowd. They understood that every battle counted, and each youth had a chance to make their mark.

Then the elder began to detail the rewards for the different placements in the tournament, "For the tenth place," the elder announced, "you shall receive one thousand gold and five Qi condensing pills. An esteemed reward indeed."

"Qi condensation pills!" The crowd erupted in surprise, Qi condensation pills; crafted by skilled alchemists, these pills held the power to aid Qi condensation martial artists in drawing world Qi into their dantian, a profound and vital medicine that could provide a profound increase in their cultivation speed! Their significance for these young practitioners couldn't be overstated, as possessing such pills bestowed a remarkable advantage over their peers in the same realm. However, what truly astounded everyone was that these precious treasures would be bestowed upon the individual securing the tenth position!

Despite being the last place in the ranking, they would already be rewarded with such invaluable assets, leaving the crowd in awe of the tournament's generosity.

The elder's words hung in the air, and a hushed silence fell over the arena as he unveiled the astonishing rewards for the top ten youths.

The crowd nodded in approval, understanding the significance of the Qi condensing pills for a martial artist's cultivation journey.

"As for the ninth place," the elder continued, "you shall be granted three thousand gold and ten Qi condensation pills. A commendable achievement that reflects your strength and potential."

The anticipation heightened as the elder proceeded to reveal the rewards for the eighth, seventh, and sixth places, each prize more impressive than the last.

"Eighth place shall receive seven thousand gold and fifteen Qi condensation pills," the elder stated, his voice steady. "Seventh place shall be granted fifteen thousand gold and twenty Qi condensation pills."

The gasps and whispers grew louder as the elders' words resonated through the arena.

"And to the extraordinary contender who secures the sixth place," the elder paused, allowing the suspense to build, "you shall receive fifty thousand gold and thirty Qi condensation pills!"

The crowd erupted in awe and amazement. The city's wealth had never been more evident, and the allure of such rewards enticed every martial artist present.

As the elder moved on to the top five, the anticipation reached a crescendo. The audience couldn't help but wonder how the rewards could get any more extravagant.

"Fifth place shall be rewarded with one hundred thousand gold and forty Qi condensation pills," the elder declared, his voice resonating with pride. The value of the prizes had reached staggering heights.

"Fourth place, too, shall receive one hundred thousand gold and fifty Qi condensation pills," the elder continued, the astonishment evident in the crowd's expressions.

Then came the revelation of the rewards for the third and second places. The anticipation was almost tangible, and the crowd hung onto every word.

"For the third place," the elder enunciated, "you shall be granted three hundred thousand gold, one hundred Qi condensation pills, and a 30-year-old red fire root!"

A murmur of excitement rippled through the spectators. The red fire root's rarity and potential benefits for a Qi condensation martial artist were well-known, making it an incredible reward. The red fire root was a revered medicinal herb, boasted a myriad of applications, but its paramount benefit lay in its ability to cleanse impurities from the meridians of Qi condensation martial artists. Consuming this miraculous root could lead to rapid advancements in cultivation, often resulting in breaking through to higher levels. In rare instances one could find an ancient red fire root, which have even been known to elevate cultivation by up to two levels. Though the root offered formidable properties despite its relatively young age of 30 years, it was widely acknowledged that older specimens possessed even more potent and extraordinary medicinal efficacy.

"And now, for the second place," the elder announced with a flourish, "you shall receive five hundred thousand gold, one hundred Qi condensation pills, and a 50-year-old red fire root!"

The crowd erupted into thunderous applause. The rewards were beyond anyone's expectations, and the importance of the red fire root for cultivation made it all the more coveted.

Finally, the moment everyone had been waiting for arrived – the rewards for the first place.

"First place shall receive five hundred thousand gold, one hundred Qi condensation pills," the elder's voice held a hint of pause, building anticipation, "a 50-year-old red fire root, and a 50-year-old Ice Jade Fruit!"

"The ice jade fruit!" People exclaimed! It should be known that an Ice jade fruit was a mystical and treasured fruit, that held medicinal efficacy on par with the red fire fruit. However, when consumed in conjunction with the red fire fruit, its medicinal powers would soar to unparalleled heights. For Qi condensation martial artists, this extraordinary combination was a dream come true, if the medical efficacy of a red fire root and a ice jade fruit could be likened to a bucket full of water by itself than it could be said that the combination of the two instead of being two buckets full of water could be likened to a large barrel full! An opportunity of immense significance for any Qi condensation martial artist, that they could only envision in their wildest imaginations.

The crowd erupted into an uproar of astonishment. The combination of the red fire root and the Ice Jade Fruit was a dream come true for any Qi condensation martial artist. The rewards were beyond belief, and the martial community marveled at the unparalleled generosity of the city.

The elder's wise eyes scanned the crowd, his heart swelling with pride for the talented youths before him. "Remember, these rewards are a reflection of your dedication, skill, and potential. May they serve as an inspiration for you as you complete this tournament!"

The arena buzzed with excitement, and the youths' eyes shone with determination. The final round would not only determine their rankings but also grant them the keys to unlock their potential and journey further on the path of martial greatness.