🍁Nine Ancient Obelisks

- So, in total, we know slightly more than nothing. Well then, let's improvise.- You know, once before we managed to pull off something exactly like this, back when we were young. We didn't fail then, and now here we are with the whole crew and experience on our side. We'll figure it out.

Genza tries to estimate how long it would take him to get from the reserve into the main group.

- For now I'll sign up so I can get familiar with things. When does it start — today or tomorrow?

- The start is scheduled for today. 

A large but already middle-aged-looking man walked past Genza; first he said something to whoever was handling participant registration, and then he addressed everyone present — Shina's guests and tournament participants alike.
- Today's incident serves as a clear example of why events of this kind have no place in a civilized world. Therefore, as the one responsible for this city, in the name of Queen Felicia Lungworth, I declare the closure of the Stronghold of Merriment. At the same time, I wish to avoid even greater disappointment for the foreigners who arrived from abroad, so this order will take effect tomorrow morning. Nevertheless, participation will be permitted only for them.
 
Following that, he went around to the information broker, the betting bureau, and the workshop, forcing them to cease operations. 

The updated list of participants looked like this:
1. Lezedi
2. Asura
3. Shram
4. Giladrion Esiem Irikius
5. Tylo Bocci
6. Gonor
7. Sheila
8. Iliman
9. Zenus
10. Bibis
11. Bivis
12. Erika
13. Zibaba
14. Sisandra
15. Black Jack
16.

- ... What... Is happening?.. - Asked Jack, appearing behind Zibaba's back.