The last time Michael had entered a battle arena for the Origin Ranking, a portal had always opened first, a swirling gate he'd have to physically step through. Now, apparently, the Origin Will had decided that step was unnecessary.
Michael found himself standing in a place filled with nothing but darkness.
[Awaiting Opponent]
Please wait while the challenged party selects their desired arena.
Michael crossed his arms.
Right. There was this part.
Unlike a regular duel where both sides fought in a neutral setting, the ranking challenge system worked differently. The one being challenged got to choose the battlefield itself.
Like the Origin Will said, except for a few exceptions, everything in the world was balanced.
Michael waited patiently, curious what his opponent might choose.
The darkness held nothing but silence for a while.
Then, finally, a panel appeared.
[Battlefield Created Successfully]
Name:Sunreach Meadow
