As the first rays of morning sunlight streamed into the Northern District, the entire area erupted in excitement.
Various factions gathered around the duel platform, causing the vast square to buzz with activity.
Today was the day of the duel between the two greatest talents of House Roan.
Everyone was familiar with these two figures.
Alan, the former spearhead of House Roan, had been instrumental in the family's past successes.
The nobles of the Northern District all held vivid impressions of him; many of their talented warriors had suffered defeats at his hands.
He was known as a relentless fighter. Unfortunately, it was rumored that his mana core had shattered, leaving him a cripple, and he had been replaced by William.
William had previously been relatively unknown within House Roan, a mere shadow with only his identity as the seneschal's grandson to distinguish him.