"The sacrifice of the First Generation Explorers ushered in the civilized development and innovation of this era... Through their blood and sweat, we have become aware of the true dangers of exploration. However, through it all, may our gratitude reach the Great Labyrinth, for they shall find peace in its embrace." — A certain Human ancestor, Second Generation Explorer.
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Wesiria, 17th of Selah, Day of the Blood Moon Purge.
Early in the morning, before even the bright light from the above revealed itself through the horizon, the necessary personnel, the Academia's first-year instructors, those who were interested in this event, and the first-year students from various classes started to flock to this spacious plain, rocky land, where the four entrances from the Blood Moon Labyrinth were located.
