“Between Battles: The Calm Before the Storm”

Scene: After the Battles – Break, Medical Check-Ups

The arena was enveloped in tense silence as the last sparks of resonance energy still lingered in the air. Every fighter bore the marks of their duels—sweat, blood, and the invisible weight of decisions made in mere fractions of a second.

Then, the display board flickered:

Semifinals:

•Liebe vs. Kyro

•Rex vs. Ezryel

A restless murmur spread through the crowd as the four fighters stood in the center of the arena. Some silently observed the names on the board, while others exchanged brief, knowing glances. For some, it was pure strategy—for others, an inevitable fate.

Rioji stepped forward, his arms crossed behind his back. His gaze swept over the semifinalists, sharp as a blade.

Rioji (calm but commanding):

"This has been an impressive performance so far. But the next round is not just another battle. It will be a test that decides everything."

He let his eyes roam over the fighters as the tension in the arena thickened like an unseen mist.

Rioji:

"But before that—a break."

Some fighters flinched slightly, surprised by the announcement.

Rioji (with a cold smile):

"Three days. Use them wisely, or you'll regret it."

Then, his expression shifted slightly—not quite a smile, more like the shadow of one.

"We will see who is truly worthy in the end."

Scene: Medical Station – Injuries & Character Interactions

The medical wing was full of movement. Resonance healers and doctors rushed from bed to bed, tending to every wound. The air smelled of antiseptic herbs and the sharp metallic scent of blood.

Ezryel & Rex – Rivalry and Respect

Ezryel lay on a cot, his breath shallow as a healer skillfully examined a deep bruise on his side. His shoulder throbbed with pain, but his gaze remained fixed on Rex, who stood nearby—untouched, without any visible injuries.

Ezryel (grinning weakly, breathing heavily):

"So, Rex… now we finally get our duel."

Rex (shrugging, emotionless):

"You're injured. Maybe you should sit this one out."

Ezryel let out a dry laugh but winced slightly as pain shot through his ribs.

Ezryel (with a tired smile):

"I'm not the type to give up that easily."

Rex studied him calmly, without a hint of mockery or pity.

Rex (serious):

"Good. Then I expect your best."

Ezryel raised an eyebrow.

Ezryel:

"Then don't disappoint me."

Liebe & Kyro – Past and Present

Liebe leaned back slightly, feeling the sting of the cuts on his arm, but his mind was already elsewhere. Kyro barely lifted his gaze as a healer tightened the bandage around his hand.

A moment of silence between them—no hostility, but also no words.

Finally, Kyro spoke first:

Kyro (thoughtful):

"It's been a while since we stood on opposite sides."

Liebe (nodding slowly, looking at his hands):

"Back then, we fought together."

Kyro (quietly):

"Now we fight against each other."

Liebe (calm but firm):

"I won't lose."

Kyro (smirking slightly but serious):

"Neither will I."

Neo & Nia – The Sibling Bond

Neo lay on his cot with his eyes closed while a doctor stitched a deep wound on his side. Beside him sat Nia, a bandage wrapped around her upper body, directly over her ribs. Her breathing was slightly uneven—a sign that Kyro's attacks had left an impact.

Nia (whispering, determined):

"Next time, I'll win."

Neo opened his eyes, a tired but determined spark within them.

Neo:

"We move forward together. No next time without both of us."

A brief moment between them—an unspoken but unbreakable bond.

Kirah – The Scars of Defeat

Kirah sat with her arms crossed on a cot. Her cheek was scraped, her left knee bandaged, a bruise stretching across her shoulder.

Ezryel (observing, slightly grinning):

"You fought well."

Kirah (grumbling, but not without pride):

"Well isn't good enough."

Ezryel nodded.

Ezryel:

"Then do better."

Kirah clenched her fist.

Kirah (determined):

"I will."

Scene: The Commanders – Kyro's Illusion in Phase 3

A dark room. A flickering screen.

Selene, Shade, Avaris, Echo, and Rioji stood around the hologram displaying data from Phase 3.

Selene (serious):

"He saw something."

Avaris (thoughtful, furrowed brow):

"But what?"

Echo (cool, analytical):

"We don't know. But… it saw him."

A pause.

Then Shade spoke in a calm voice:

Shade:

"He is a variable."

Everyone looked at him.

A moment of contemplation. Then Rioji grinned slightly.

Rioji:

"Let's first see what he really is."

Scene: Preparation Days – The Final Training Before the Semifinals

The three days passed. Each fighter used their time differently:

•Ezryel trained in the darkness, refining his resonance.

•Kyro meditated, trying to gain control over his resonance.

•Liebe studied ancient techniques of his family.

•Rex read and analyzed old strategies, preparing mentally.

•Neo & Nia trained together, synchronizing their resonances.

•Kirah focused on her mistakes and improved her resonance control.

The final night was quiet. The air crackled—everyone knew that the next day would be decisive.

Scene: The Battle Begins – Liebe vs. Kyro

The arena filled up. The display board flickered:

"SEMIFINALS: LIEBE VS. KYRO"

Liebe stepped onto the battlefield, his gaze calm and composed. Kyro stood opposite him, focused and ready.

Rioji raised his hand.

Rioji:

"The battle begins."