Does It Hurt? (Bonus Chapter for Alliance Leader CzLB)

"As you know, there are many types of gladiators: Sword Gladiators, Shield Gladiators, Net Gladiators, Pursuit Gladiators, and so on. They are all different. While the school will ultimately decide what type of gladiator you become, you can first tell the school what type you hope to become based on the weapons and fighting styles you excel at. I will fully consider your opinions when making the final assignments.

"Pay attention. This is something you need to consider carefully, because it will determine the direction of your future development. It is not as though you can never change once you have chosen, but doing so would mean much of your earlier training had been wasted. It would mean starting later than everyone else, and naturally, your chances of passing the final assessment would be lower.

"So, the best thing to do is figure out from the beginning what you want to be and what your strengths are. If you have any doubts or anything you do not understand, you can ask the trainers present. Every one of them has a field and fighting style they excel at. Some are retired gladiators, others are thieves, warriors, killers, or something else... In short, every one of them has something worth learning from. How much you learn, though, depends on your own ability. You do not need to give us your answer right away, because we will first conduct a week of basic training."

As he spoke, Gabi swept his gaze over the crowd again. Noticing that some people had not been listening very attentively, he sneered. "Of course, I believe some of you had already thought of your answer before coming here, or have fighting habits you have long adhered to. That is good. But there is one thing... what you are