Treasure-hunting: Into the Unknown

The medium stage coliseum was at the other end of Crane College, a different location than that of the primary stage coliseum. It was also known as Crane College's Imperial Coliseum. Since the top fifty ranked warriors were all at the Imperial Level, it was a place for them to compete and learn new skills.

For that reason, there were many differences in rules between the two kinds. First, there was no distinction between the types of treasure beasts in the Imperial Coliseum. It didn't matter if it was a common, a scarce, or a rare treasure beast. Second, there were two types of competitions here: attrition battle or one-blow battle. Third, which was the most unique, it followed a challenge system. What that meant was, the opponents weren't randomly chosen. The warriors at the bottom of the board got to choose who to challenge. Not only could they challenge those of higher ranks but also those at the top of the board. Of course, that also meant that the points they gained differed according to the ranking of those challenged.

In addition, each warrior could only have one match a day in the Imperial Coliseum. If he lost, he wouldn't get any points. But if he won, he could get a lot of points, even if his opponent was only one rank higher than him.

Therefore, winning or losing several consecutive rounds in the Imperial Coliseum would make a vast difference especially for those in the lower ranks. Losing two or three consecutive rounds would have him fall out of the top fifty and return to the primary stage coliseum. On the other hand, if he won a few consecutive rounds, he might reach the top in a short time. When that happened, he would find himself on the fast track to the top twenty. Once there, he could enter the premium stage coliseum and fight for the top three ranks.

So, doing well in the Imperial Coliseum was of vital importance for a chance to rank among the top three.

However, the top fifty Imperial Level warriors were not weak. More than two-thirds of them were at the med

eing a warrior from another kingdom didn't matter. He would still have admirers.

"When did I become so popular? I'm not used to this attention. It's embarrassing." Zachary let out a smug laugh.

The girls rolled their eyes at him. He couldn't possibly understand what real embarrassment was like.

Fearing the group's excitement going overboard, the girls guarded Zachary. They wanted to prevent the disciples from getting close and causing trouble. Zachary was quick to take advantage of the situation. He immediately waved his hand to his new fans.

Since they were surrounded by the group of disciples, it took Zachary and the four girls a long time to reach the gate of the Imperial Coliseum.

"Why are you so noisy? Why aren't you at practice? Why are you all standing here?" A stern voice came from behind the crowd.

Hearing this, the disciples surrounding Zachary and the girls turned their heads. They saw a cold and frightening figure approach with several Imperial Level warriors behind him.

"It's Barnes!" Someone shouted. Then, the expressions on the disciples' faces immediately changed. They instantly retreated to both sides, not daring to crowd Zachary and the girls anymore.

Zachary and the girls exchanged glances when they saw Barnes. They were a little surprised at his appearance. It could mean nothing good.