Idle Mage: Humanity's Strongest Backer
chapter-366

The sun hung up in the sky, scattering its glorious rays on the world. People woke up early, buzzing in excitement as they waited in anticipation for the start of the tournament's broadcast.

The stadium was already filled with people. They were all cheering and feeling slightly impatient for the tournament to start.

But they didn't have to wait that long since after a few minutes, Elise appeared on the podium, doing her job as the commentator for today as well.

"Welcome back, dear audience, to the third day of the Mystic Guild Tournament. It's been an amazing journey so far, and we can't wait to see what today's challenges have in store for us. We have some exciting events lined up for you, so sit back, relax, and enjoy the show."

The crowd released an explosive salvo of cheers that shook the stadium.

"We have seen some incredible performances from the contestants in the Mortal and High-Evolutionary leagues, and today we will see the next round of challenges for both leagues. The competition is getting tougher, but I do not doubt that our contestants will rise to the occasion and show us their best."

"So let's give a round of applause to our contestants, and let's show them our support as they take on these challenges. Remember, they have trained hard for this moment, and their determination and hard work deserve our admiration."

"Let's continue to show our love for the Mystic Guild Tournament and for all the contestants who have made it this far. Thank you for joining us again today, and let's get ready for an exciting day of challenges and competitions."

On that cue, the live feed shifted to the scene where it shows the contestants of the Mortal League showing up to compete in today's challenge as well.

Elise stepped forward to the center of the stage, her voice ringing clear through the stadium. "Ladies and gentlemen, we have reached the third day of the Mystic Guild Tournament. Today's challenge for the Mortal League is called King of the Hill."

She paused, allowing the audience to murmur amongst themselves in anticipation. "In this challenge, all 500 contestants of the Mortal League will be transported to a vast battlefield where 50 zones are scattered. Each contestant will have to occupy these zones for as long as they could. However, they will be competing against each other for these zones. The longer a contestant occupies a zone, the better their chances of passing this round. They will be ranked according to the time they spent occupying the zones. And in the end, only those who enter the top 50 will proceed."

Elise's eyes twinkled with excitement as she continued, "This challenge will test not only their strength and endurance but also their tactical skills and quick thinking. Who will come out on top and reign as the King of the Hill? We can't wait to find out! So let's sit back and enjoy the show, shall we?"

The crowd erupted into cheers, eager to witness the intense battle that was about to unfold. The air was electric with excitement as the contestants were transported to the battlefield to begin the challenge.

A staff appeared in front of the Mortal League to lead them toward the battlefield that's going to be used for today's challenge.

The contestants of the Mortal League arrived at the vast battlefield and were stunned by the sight before them. It was a sprawling landscape of rugged terrain, with towering mountains in the distance and a seemingly endless horizon. The sky above was a deep shade of purple, with flashes of lightning illuminating the clouds.

It truly makes one wonder if they're still in the same world or an entirely different place altogether. However, the contestants weren't given much time to think since they have a task at hand.

As they took in their surroundings, they noticed the 50 Zones scattered throughout the battlefield. Each Zone was marked by a large flag with a unique emblem, and they ranged in size from small circles to large squares. Some were located in open areas, while others were nestled in the rocky outcroppings or hidden behind clusters of trees.

The contestants could feel a palpable sense of excitement and anticipation in the air as they made their way towards the Zones. They knew that the competition would be fierce and that they would need to use all of their skills and strategies to succeed in this challenge.

The sound of a horn blared across the battlefield, signaling the start of the challenge. The contestants rushed towards the nearest Zones, jostling and competing with each other to claim them. The battlefield erupted into chaos as contestants battled for control of the Zones, unleashing a barrage of spells and weapons upon each other.

Colorful lights baptized the lands, explosions occurred here and there and the war cries of the contestants echoed across the battlefield. This was pure chaos and there's so much to pay attention to. Thankfully, Elise was a professional at her job as she delivered a worthy commentary for an event of this scale.

As the dust settled and the battle raged on, it became clear that only the strongest and most skilled would emerge victorious. The fate of the Mortal League rested on their shoulders as they fought tooth and nail for a chance to advance to the next round of the tournament.

As the sunrays glared at the battlefield, the Mortal League contestants were already engaged in a fierce battle for the King of the Hill challenge. The 50 zones were spread out across the vast expanse of land, each one occupied by at least one contestant.

In one of the zones, a young woman named Lily was fiercely defending her territory. She was armed with a sword and shield, her eyes scanning the area for any signs of danger. Suddenly, she heard footsteps approaching from behind. She spun around, her sword at the ready, and saw a group of three contestants charging towards her.

Lily gritted her teeth and lunged forward, swinging her sword in a wide arc. One of the attackers managed to dodge, while the other two clashed their own swords against hers. Sparks flew as the three of them engaged in a fierce battle.

Meanwhile, in another zone, a young man named Arthur was trying to defend his area from an opponent who had just arrived. He had set up a small barricade using rocks and logs, but his opponent was relentless in trying to break through. Arthur gripped his spear tightly, bracing himself for the attack.

The opponent charged forward, knocking down the barricade and lunging at Arthur with a dagger. Arthur parried the attack with his spear and countered with a swift strike, but his opponent dodged and aimed a kick at his stomach. Arthur stumbled back, his spear slipping from his grasp.

As he scrambled to regain his footing, his opponent moved in for the finishing blow. But Arthur managed to grab a nearby rock and hurl it at his attacker, knocking them off balance. He seized the opportunity and charged forward, tackling his opponent to the ground.

Wiping the sweat off his face, Arthur used this time to catch his breath. He was nearly expelled from the zone just then, if it weren't for his flexible thinking, he might've already retired from this competition already.

Elsewhere on the battlefield, chaos reigned as contestants fought tooth and nail to keep their zones. Some had formed alliances with others, working together to defend their territories. Others had chosen to go it alone, trusting in their own skills and abilities.

As the hours passed the contestants were growing tired, their bodies aching from the constant fighting. But they knew they couldn't give up, not when victory was within their grasp.

And so the battle continued the sound of clashing weapons and shouting voices echoing through the air. The contestants were determined to emerge victorious, no matter the cost.

The crowd watched in palpable excitement as the contestants competed. Time passed and eventually, the King of the Hill Challenge ended. The horns blared once more, signaling its end. The contestants collapsed and breathed a sigh of relief knowing that it was done.

Elise stepped forward once again, her voice echoing throughout the battlefield. "And that concludes the King of the Hill event for the Mortal League. Congratulations to the 50 contestants who managed to secure their place in the next round. You have shown incredible determination and skill in maintaining your occupancy of the zones."

She paused for a moment to let her words sink in before continuing. "For those who were not able to make it, do not despair. You have shown great tenacity in battling it out with your fellow contestants. Your hard work and dedication have not gone unnoticed. You will receive commemorative rewards for your efforts in this event."

Elise then turned to the audience, a smile on her face. "We have witnessed yet another intense and thrilling event in this year's Mystic Guild Tournament. We can only expect more excitement and heart-pounding action in the next event. So stay tuned and continue to support your favorite contestants as they strive for greatness."