All the first year academy students gathered in a wide perfect circle on the green field under the blue sky, while birds sang in the background.
Students held their weapons and mumbled with anticipation as they approached the duelling arena.
Miya inquired, "Didn't you bring the incorrect stuff, Tidus? It's not something we're not interested in doing 'Sea soccer' but, really, you armed yourself with a baller."
As for Tidus, he inquired. "Is there a regulation prohibiting participants from bringing balls?"
There was a definite nod from Miya. "My reading has led me to the conclusion that no such rule exists. But take a look at the rest of them. They're armed with spears, swords, shields, arrows, matlock pistol, and everything else you can imagine." Then she shot an embarrassed glance at Denis as he and his friend approached them. "Why do they come here anyway?"
