Location: Unknown

We start are adventure in an unknown dimension as a certain God-like enigma is putting the final pieces to the first phase of a plan that was put together in order to find out who the strongest warrior is among a select few from alternate worlds. What will be the result of this tournament between the selected? Well, here's him and one of his lackeys now so let's take a look and find out.

"I got the list of the fighters you requested and pinpointed their locations."

"And the invitations?"

"They're all sealed and ready to be sent, Sir."

"Excellent, and please, call me Master Hand."

The creature leaves Master Hand alone so he can begin preparing for the visitors' arrival only to be interrupted by the intense cackle of another being, but one who is the very definition of insanity.

"Have you forgotten about me brother or you too busy setting the stage for your little puppet show?"

"We've talked about this before Crazy Hand. They're more than just mere puppets, they're champions who hold potential for greatness. Whether they be heroes, pilots, knights, adventurers, bounty hunters, royals, mercenaries, machines, monsters, villains, or even children they will soon all have one thing in common- the will to fight for the ultimate honor of becoming the champion among champions. At first glance, this may seem like just some fun little game, but like them, this tourney is more than they think. As it continues more will be tested in not just fighting, but in spirit, smarts, friendship, purpose, teamwork, isolation, instinct, rivalry, morals, love, humanity, and brotherhood."

"What was that brother? I lost you after 'We've talked about this'. You put too much thought into everything Mr.I-love-logic-and-reasoning. You are no fun with all your plans and statistics. Who do you have in mind for this experiment of yours anyway?"

"If you listened for once in your life, you'd know that the ones receiving the invites are..."