The Light of the Soul

Chapter I: Induction

"Ladies and Gentleman, before i begin todays Ballista match here in the Pashow Marshlands, I have been told we have a new member to the Conflict ranks, will the inductee please make his way to the front"

The Herald stood tall as he made his speech, a young Boy in full Iron armour made his way to the front of the tunnel made by Ballista competitors, he stood there nervous, this was his first Ballista ever, but he was still excited.

"Before I Induct you, only coming of legal age for conflict, I need to see the form your country leader gave you"

The young boy produced a paper from his inventory and handed it over, the heralds eyes scanned over the parchment then nodded

"With this, i may now officially and legaly induct you into the Conflic Ranks"

The young boy smiled and nodded looking around, there were so many people here, Dark Knights, Rangers, Warriors, even a Beastmaster.or two.

"Do you Ryushin Tenryu, agree to uphold the spirit of conflict, and no matter what, always show respect you, your teamates and opponants?"

The Herald asked, this was almost like a ritutal for the herald, but lucky enough it didnt take long. Ryushin nodded "That I do Sir"

The Herald nodded once more

"Very good, Ryushin Tenryu, on behalf of the Ballista Council I welcome you to the Ranks of the Conflict, you may take yourself back to your place at Windurst's side and prepare for battle while the representive of your country makes the oath"

"Actully Sir!" One voice came out from the crowd of Bastoks line "I would like to resign my position for Windurst Representative and let my son, Ryushin Tenryu give todays oath" a tall but old looking Tyh stood high as he gave the request, he had a brown beard and a few 'age lines' as he called them, but nothing stopped him from participating in his favourite event that was Ballista, donning his trademark purple Artifact Armour and fearful Gae Bolg, enough to make even the toughest warrior tremble, and with his 17 year old son training under his wing, the two could become a fearsome duo.

Hesitantly Ryushin stood facing the Herald, thinking about what to say

"Uhm...Ok...The country of Windurst, during this ballista match, vow to play with the decency and respect of the Ballista ruling, and shall follow the guidlines for todays match fairly!"

Ryushin, satisfied with his oath stood back at his fathers side, a Young Dark Knight stepped forwards reading Bastok's oath, the Dark Knight glancing evily towards Ryushin, making him a little intimidated, he wasn't sure what it was, but he could see the Dark Knights eyes, they were pure red, like evil, he must have been about a year older than him.

After the Herald had finished his speech the two country's seperated and went off into their own territory waiting for the match to start. Ryushin patted his dad on the shoulder.

"Dad, that Dark Knight...who was he?" He asked concerned, he was sure he felt an evil presance from him.

"That is Sega Kiyami, one of the best Dark Knights in Vana'Diel, He's a ruthless killer outside of Ballista, he takes down Dragons without remorse or regret, he is indeed a mighty force" Tyh looked out to the battle field watching the bastokans run "Ok, Vol, go camp J-8, Dantai, J-6 opposite Vol, when they come past jump them!" The two looked to him and nodded, normally they would do what they like, seeing as they are against their own team, but secretly, Tyh was trying to teach Ryushin about some leadership skills. "Veo, come with me and Ryu, We're gonna try for Kiyami" the small TaruTaru Mage nodded."Everyone else, spread out and get petras, once we get gate breach throw in your petras!"

The Herald commenced the game and off the Windurst Soldiers went, going with their plans...