In the waiting area, while everyone was on edge at Skaryn's dramatic show of strength, there was an unannounced figure that appeared in a flash of purple energy. He seemed to be an ordinary man but was immediately approached by Oli.
'Hurry!' Oli telepathically shouted in excitement.
Without another word, a purple, spatial rift was opened and Oli jumped through. The plain-looking man then assumed Oli's position atop the platform and smiled at the show on the illusory screens above.
As Skaryn revealed himself for all to see, a wide variety of emotions was shared among those watching. The challengers from outside of Kartonia were astounded to see the masked man be so powerful, beyond anything they were anticipating. A majority would argue that his presence was enough to eclipse either of the twins present for the challenge.
