The remaining pulls were mostly uneventful. They were nearing the end of the sponsored entrants already and pitting them against the top seeds was already equivalent to praying for a miracle in most cases. As the twenty-fourth and last sponsored entrant drew his number, the crowd was already calm and collected. To them, the remaining fights wouldn't be much of a show.
Finally, the eight remaining contestants took turns filling in the gaps of the bracket.
The first wild card instantly regretted his pull, getting placed in the final fight with Freele. Even he knew he was giving her a free pass. He was already contemplating whether he should fight at all or surrender on the spot.
Things went similarly for the next two wild cards but there was something different about the fourth contestant. He wore a white mask that covered his whole face and had poorly cut, light brown hair. His attire was simple, as was the sword at his side. And the moment he drew his lot, Jezza shouted with joy.
