The strange events a few days gone were buried as the Stardust Emporium put their all into getting the contest started. A massive coliseum was used at the heart of Cimmeria. It was used for various functions by the powers of the city, but once a century it was solely used for the contest.
The sands of the floor were divided into several areas so things could happen at once. Grades 1-3 for alchemy, formations, and refining were done all at once. The last area was used for battle. Body Refining Realms to World Realms could show off their skills but it was a minor part compared to the production jobs.
The alchemy quarter was also segregated for elixirs.
There were common seats until about halfway up the raised walls around the arena. After that there were reserved seats for a few rows for the competing sects and powers followed by VIP booths. There were also special booths for Cimmerian powers like the Stardust Emporium itself.
