Quarterfinals

Luther woke up early, his mind already focused on the match ahead. He sat on the edge of his bed and took a deep breath, feeling his mana flow through his body.

"Today is the day," he whispered to himself.

He dressed carefully, putting on the new light armor he had bought yesterday. It wasn't much - just leather reinforced with metal plates on the chest and arms - but it would help against the stronger opponents he expected to face.

A knock on his door broke his concentration.

"Come in," he called.

Luna entered, already dressed and ready for the day. "Good morning. Did you sleep well?"

"Well enough," he replied, adjusting the straps on his armor. "Is everyone else awake?"

"Vess is still sleeping, and Selene is downstairs getting breakfast." She walked closer and examined his new armor. "That looks good on you. Do you need help with the back straps?"

He turned around. "If you don't mind."