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Compared to the first day, the second day's practical test attracted much more attention. Yesterday, many major powers were concerned about the final result. Today, as long as it wasn't something important, they all called their companions to watch together. Only through actual combat could they see the potential of the planet created by each candidate.
Edward and a group of university admissions teachers were also present. There was a place for them to watch live broadcasts, however, the match wasn't in the Planet Association today. Instead, it took place at the Atlanta Mayor's place, inside its large hall. This grand hall was more than ten meters high and could accommodate thousands of people.
At this moment, hundreds of people had gathered there, and each one of them came from prestigious backgrounds. Everyone, including admission teachers from various academies, the leaders of various forces, and powerful Planet Masters, had been invited by the City's Mayor. They were all focused on this most important event of the year!
The Grand Competition was nothing to the Mayor, but this exam was different. The results of the annual exam were also a very important assessment indicator for him.
"Compared to previous years, there are a lot more people this year," The middle-aged supervisor of the Planet Association noted, glancing at the crowd around him.
"Yeah, in previous years, we weren't qualified to be here," Another supervisor beside him said.
"Atlanta produced three top geniuses on the Genius list this year." The president of the Atlanta Branch of the Planet Association said with a smile. "Especially on the first day of the exam. Lucy, Bailey, and Sebastian performed brilliantly, ranking in the top 5,000, especially Sebastian and Bailey. Amazingly, the two of them are ranked in the top 30, this is remarkable in the City's history. No wonder the Mayor is so happy."
Both supervisors nodded in agreement. For the Mayor of each city, reputation was very important, even in a town like Atlanta. Two top 30 rankings at once, a record-breaking streak, and the temporary first place, the name of Atlanta quickly spread far and wide.
Seeing the occasional smile on the Mayor's face, everyone knew he was quite pleased, even if he wasn't openly expressing it.
"It's 9 o'clock. It's about to begin," A powerful Planet Master said, checking the time.
Immediately, the hall went quiet. Everyone sat down, turning their heads to look at the projection in front of the hall. The crowd was aware that the battle assessment was only about ten minutes away, these first 10 minutes were for every student to prepare.
"The preparation is very important," A Level 5 Planet Master sitting next to the Mayor commented. "Many details, if not handled well, could cost a point or two."
Everyone else nodded in agreement. All of them had taken similar exams and knew the importance of the practical test, which evaluated the strength of the Supernatural race created on their respective planets. But at different times, each Supernatural being's state could vary, especially in the early stages of the Supernatural race.
Timing was key, ensuring the Supernatural race was in the best possible condition for battle. This was something every candidate had to consider, otherwise, small oversights could lead to a loss of points, possibly costing them thousands or even tens of thousands of ranks, and missing out on top-tier universities. In previous years, many had suffered from such mistakes.
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"It's starting," Murmured several directors and teachers in the conference room of Oakleaf School, their expressions much tenser than yesterday.
This was the last subject of the exam, worth 400 points, directly determining the final score and ranking. Whether a student got into a good academy or not depended on these next few hours.
"I wonder what method they'll use for the practical test this year?" A young teacher asked.
"There are only a few types of practical combat assessments," Steiner replied. "I don't expect any surprises."
"It's essentially the same thing," Merlin remarked. "It's all about assessing the true strength of each candidate's planet."
"In this regard, Bailey should have the upper hand, right?" A teacher speculated.
"Bailey now has two and an unknown Supernatural species," Steiner said helplessly. "The other geniuses don't have that, plus she is a super civilization. Her combat power must be very strong, so her practical test is definitely in her favor."
"I hope Sebastian and Lucy can relax and focus on displaying their strength. As long as today's results aren't too bad, getting into a good college should be no problem." But despite these words, none of the teachers were optimistic.
They knew that Sebastian and Lucy were almost guaranteed to get into top-tier academies, but to make it into super-tier academies, they needed to rank in the top 500 in the province. That meant navigating a bloody path through many examinees and tens of thousands of geniuses. It is easier said than done.
Even after yesterday's exams, powerful Planet Masters thought Sebastian's results today would be more average.
"Okay, let's stop discussing it. Let's wait for the actual combat assessment to begin," Merlin said.
The discussions quieted, and everyone held their breath, focusing on the projection at the front. There was a countdown timer, similar to that in the examination room. Finally, after ten minutes, a ghostly voice announced: "The actual combat test has officially started. This year's test will be conducted in the form of a Supernatural invasion, so please prepare yourselves."
"Supernatural Invasion?"
"This year they're using a Supernatural Invasion?"
"This is... the hardest of all the practical tests."
People were startled as they learned the assessment method.
"It must be because there are so many geniuses this year," Steiner guessed. "Only this toughest test could truly challenge them."
"Supernatural invasion," Nelissen recalled with a glint in her eye. "If I remember correctly, the last time they used this method was three years before my exams. Generally, this kind of test isn't used."
Other teachers nodded in agreement. About the "Supernatural Invasion", the crowd understood what it meant. It was a highly demanding test for each candidate, evaluating not just their strength but also decision-making, willpower, and judgment. A single mistake could cost them dozens of points.
"This year is going to be a bloodbath," Merlin said with a smile, filled with emotion.
Having been a principal for decades, he had only seen the "Supernatural Invasion" method used a handful of times!
"In one minute, the first wave of Supernatural species will pass through each candidate's planetary passage and invade their respective planets."
In the examination room, the ghostly voice continued: "Every candidate, please prepare. If any candidate wishes to withdraw from the assessment, they can do so at any time. A button is provided in the middle of each desk. Pressing it will immediately transport you out of the examination room, equivalent to forfeiting the rest of the test. Your grade will be finalized, with no further chances to re-enter."
The voice paused for a moment, then continued with a warm tone, "Because the "Supernatural invasion" method is used this time, all candidates are advised to pay close attention to their civilization race. Don't blindly endure, but don't give up too early either. Good luck to all candidates."
"Is this voice... more human now?" Was Sebastian's first thought upon hearing the announcement.
He looked ahead and saw the button in the middle of the table, but he had no intention of pressing it. Pressing it meant being transported out, the same as receiving zero points for the practical test. There are no do-overs.
Not just for this exam; someone's entire life could change here. This world's academy exam was a pivotal moment for everyone.
At the same time, across various regions, in one examination room after another, candidates sat upright. Many were sweating nervously, especially after learning the test was a "Supernatural Invasion."
Sebastian, on the other hand, was observing Terra.
In the Royal Tombs Mountains, not far from the capital of the Imperium, Sebastian had already informed Elizabeth and others about the "Supernatural invasion". Elizabeth and the others had made preparations well in advance!
Time passed by, second by second and the time went by in a flash. When the countdown hit zero, the ghostly prompt sounded, "The first wave of "Supernatural invasion" begins."
Every candidate probed into their respective planet and broadcast from all over began displaying the practical assessments of each candidate on projections.
Outside the Royal Tombs Mountains, the planetary passage slowly opened and a large group of Supernatural beings surged forth.
"They're here." Sebastian raised his eyebrows.
The practical test had truly begun.