The street teemed with people on both sides, cordoned off by fences that left the center open. Occasional flashes from cameras illuminated the scene. Reporters, granted special access, added their voices to the mix, echoing in the air as they addressed the cameras.
The reason for this spectacle was a dungeon portal that appeared at the intersection. It stood like a beast waiting for its prey to come. A blue haze emanated from the portal, swaying with the wind like the gentle touch of death. Figures clad in black suits surrounded it, with monitoring devices strategically placed.
Suddenly, the whole place erupted into cheers as Holders arrived one after another. Non-holders enthusiastically shouted the names of the renowned holders.
"There's James! An independent Holder," Manny exclaimed, hurriedly making his way to the fence, where those with passes could enter.
