From MC's perspective:
Duel Platform,
As I got closer, one more thing caught my attention. There are already numbers printed under the seats/chairs. From Rank 1 to Rank 25.
Not only me, the other selected wizards who are coming in spotted this as well. Everyone stopped before the platform. No one is ready to take any of these places.
A good idea comes to mind. Why don't I pick up the 25th spot? When the duel starts, then I can challenge anyone in the top 10 to replace the place.
The plan was good. Why do I have to awkwardly stand here? Then I started approaching the 25th seat/chair. My move immediately attracted everyone's attention.
Because everyone is vying for the top 10 place. No-one is looking at the bottom places. But right now, the other wizard students are surprised.