Reili

Having spent her childhood confined in chains, Alice was a child who knew neither love nor joy. Scorned by her family while being tortured in the name of the greater good for years, she grew numb to all feeling and thought. That is, until one day, a man in black offered her a chance to escape.

There were once rumours widespread of an endless hell, a land of glorious death and dreadful opportunity. Fools went in search of it, and the clever never ventured into it. Only when its baleful mysteries spilled unto the earth did all hear its name — the Abyss.

A single drop of its blood could give someone the power to control shadows, move faster than sound, or strength greater than the strongest man. Yet, it all came at a cost; the blood would always make sure those who consumed it became part of the Abyss, with one exception — Alice. Cast away by her own blood, it was her destiny to rot in a gilded cage.

But, that fateful day changed everything. Gifted a second chance at life, a chance to turn her life around and claim vengeance against her family, a chance to dive deep into the Abyss and gain the power to govern her own fate, Alice took his hand, unaware of the destiny unfolding before her.

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Author Notes: 
This is my third book, going to take what I learned from before to improve. This book will be focusing on plot, action, depths of character bonds and overall a darker tone/take on this cruel fantasy world I've cooked up for this book! 
If you give this book a try, I hope you enjoy! A very different experience and tone to Nanomancer Reborn.

Abyssal Awakening

As they approached the main arena situated near the headquarters of the sect, Alice saw some information posted on some pamphlets regarding the layout of the tournament.

There were three categories for the tournament with two of them being held near the start.

The first was as expected, Sigil combat. To test who is the strongest based off raw power.

You either take a test to prove the effectiveness of your Sigils or showcase your unique strength to the judges. If you pass, you'll be entered into the brackets where you fight different fighters.

But the next drew Alyss's attention.

Zero powers marital arts only combat.

"Apparently, they create a barrier over the arena that helps isolate the powers from reaching you. After entering, your body will go back to what would be considered their 'usual' physical state without the help of Abyss Blood or Sigils." Jin explained after gathering some information.

Martial Tournement