It's a swelteringly hot day in Enferia – as most days have been this particular summer. The sun is beating down upon the arena, and the hot dust seems to hang in the air, in exactly the manner that bricks don't. Besides dust, there's also a kind of tension in the air, for this is a highly anticipated match. The crowd is – unusually for the crowd in the Grand Arena – very silent, and it's almost as if they were all holding their breath. Only one sound is heard: The slightly awkward cough of an announcer clearing his throat.
“Citizens of Enferia! Today is the day you have all been waiting for – the first match in which we will try out the new Arena! I'm sure you've all eagerly anticipated the day when the devoted team of kobolds would finally be done with the renovation – well, today is that day!”
There's an awkward pause, and the sound of someone whispering something very loudly.
“Correction: Two days ago was that day! Today, however, is the day when we will first see it in action. I've never seen the Arena this packed full of people – we've all been starved for action, haven't we? Let's hear a cheer for the Enferia Arena, and of course, for the guest of honor... our beeeeeeloved Queen Syndra!”
As the Queen enters her royal box, high above the sands of the Arena itself, the audience explodes into a torrent of applause and loud cheers. She smiles, extending a hand in a royal greeting, and perhaps in an attempt to calm down the rabble, takes a seat. By her side stands the architect of the new Arena, a strange, reptilian little creature with gleaming eyes, eagerly admiring its handiwork and anticipating what might happen next.
“Well, let's cut to the chase, shall we? The view-sphere is up and functioning; you'll get a look at our contestants in a moment. Ladies and gentlemen, we're starting this show with a two-on-two fight! Ahem... Iiiiiin the blue corner, Analise Fleurette Rouge, and an old familiar face: Christie the Grey, having returned from a mysterious adventure. Let's see how she fares in this battle, shall we? Personally, my money's on her.
And in the red corner: Alison Erving, and the charming Arihalna!
In a moment, the view-sphere will show you a close-up of their faces... and their other assets, though they're still regrettably covered up. That is about to change, though - I'm sure you all remember the rules, good folk: First one naked, wins! Let the games... begin!”
[OOC: In the next post, please describe your character as she enters the arena, as well as what her first action in combat will be. Initiative has been rolled: The Blue Team rolled 5 + highest Cunning 1 = 6, and the Red Team rolled 2 + highest Cunning 2 = 4. Blue Team with Christie and Analise begins!
Please keep it to one action for now, as we'll want to include descriptions, as well. And don't forget – cool and sexy actions give more dice than boring ones!]
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