The tournament's consequences were devastating for Genova Academy. Accusations of cheating and the exposure of the illegal Karinite 4 left the institution in ruins.
The tournament's annulation was only the beginning; Genova became a global joke, its name synonymous with disgrace.
Students, especially those from wealthy families, quit in droves to escape the stigma.
"My children won't carry Genova's mark," one parent declared, reflecting the widespread sentiment.
Even those who stayed knew their futures were tainted, with little chance of seeing an agency scouting anyone linked to the academy.
Professors followed suit. The younger teachers resigned first, but even veteran staff abandoned the ship, citing irreparable damage to their careers. Entire wings of the campus emptied, leaving the academy hollow and lifeless.
The remaining students and faculty, few and demoralized, stayed only out of necessity.
