Shark Shirt Mu Yang? Instant Credibility

At the center of the arena stood the five elite warriors chosen for this Sacred Fire Night Pilgrimage.

Among them was Gaulani of the Flowing Spring Crowd, who had emerged victorious again after ten years.

Kibangu of the Suspended Wood People, who had traveled far and wide and earned a resounding reputation.

Then there was the veteran Iansan, holder of the Ancient Name "Strength."

As well as one of the Flower Feather Society's strongest warriors—Chaska.

And finally, the rising star who had recently emerged from her cocoon and single-handedly brought her entire team back—

Kachina!

Compared to last time, Kachina seemed more composed.

But she still blushed a little at the host's deliberately exaggerated account of her achievements.

After all, it had mostly been thanks to Master Mu Yang showing his might...

I thought it would be Ginichi and Marani.

Natlan really had outstanding talents coming out of the woodwork.

A lot of them even had their own character models and weapons. That was pretty generous.

This was the nation of war. If they only relied on a few playable characters, they'd be worked to death.

Seriously.

Marivka read her address.

"No matter how many times I witness the Sacred Fire Night Pilgrimage, it still fills my heart with emotion."

"You have made me believe that, after countless sacrifices, we will surely welcome a future as blazing as fire."

"Warriors, this is both an order and a plea—crush the Abyss! Leave victory and glory in Natlan!"

This had such a school principal speech vibe.

Wasn't the Pyro Archon just reading from a script?

Bold of you. Missing someone, are you?

All forces, attack!!!!

"Yes—!"

Amid thunderous cheers, the Sacred Fire Night Pilgrimage came to an end.

Lumine and Paimon walked out of the arena.

Marani was already waiting for them