Ascension: Demon Monarch System

136 The Trials Begin! (II)
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'In addition to the youths standing in the middle of the arenas

multiple portals opened revealing groups of various different sizes. Much like Apollo's group

many of the participants were eliminated before even reaching this stage. As such

the numbers were less than 60 percent of the initial value. As of now

they sat approximately 1.8 million participants.'

'However

this substantial number surprised the staff sitting high above the platforms. With such a large remainder of contestants

they'd have to implement a rather large rapid elimination stage. After all

there were only 30

000 official spots to be handed out. So

only around 2 percent could move along.'

'Meanwhile

as the youths stood in the arena

changes took place. Unlike before

certain members located above made their move. Moving at a speed that rivaled teleportation

they arrived before the other youths.'