The appearance of this enormous projection drew everyone's attention.
"Let me see..." The enormous projection looked around. "I sent out so many edicts, yet only some of you came. Some Feather Transformations didn't even show up. Looks like you haven't realized the gravity of the situation. But it doesn't matter. The Heavenly Ascension Ceremony will last a long time, and you can join at any point..." "Some of you here received the edicts, while others climbed up here on your own without receiving one. But it doesn't matter. I have the final say...
With a sweep of its massive hand, vast swathes of text appeared across the central arena floor.
They included the contents of the Heavenly Edict: the details of the Divine Descent, the contest for the twelve Godhoods, and the selection of Divine Favorites. It was largely consistent with the information provided by the later arrivals who had received the edicts, but there were also some differences and previously unmentioned details.
For example, there was basic information about the various worlds. This was clearly written for the powerful outsiders who had only recently gained intelligence, giving them a basic understanding of their opponents. There was also a rule that all participants could carry no more than three weapons or pieces of equipment. For contestants and Polluters from the Main World, that meant they could only bring three Treasure Tools. Furthermore, anyone who had already obtained part of the Divinity Authority was forbidden from participating in the Heavenly Ascension Ceremony—so-called maintainers. Of course, if a maintainer voluntarily relinquished their authority, they could still join.
However, there did not appear to be any maintainers present.
Still, the text mostly explained the background and purpose of the Heavenly Ascension Ceremony. What everyone present cared more about was...
"I know what you're