>You steel yourself and prepare for your match

The whole arena is silent, such a violent display has taken place and one of the first matches has already resulted in a Prince becoming seriously injured. The blow to House Trenteller is devestating, which is made even more apparent by their complete silence as the other noble spectators eventually burst out cheering Kayessa's name.

Seeing what happened unfold before you has left you shaken. Berothel was defeated so easily and with so much effort on his behalf as well, frankly it's probably one of the worst outcomes that could've happened during that match besides Berothel dying.

Princess Illiold makes her way to you, her giant stature both in height and muscle mass is more than impressive. Her heavy, thick, steel-plated armor slams on the ground with it's audible clangs. She takes off her helmet, it's the first time you've seen her face since your 8th birthday when your father invited all the other nobles.

Her deep, brown eyes look down into your own, her long flowing blonde hair falls out of the her heavy armor helmet and cascades down until it covers her shoulders entirely in it's length. It's hard to tell really what she looks like underneath all that heavy armor, it certainly leaves a lot to the imagination, though you can surely expect rippling muscles and a body honed from the purest form of discipline.

"I'm sorry Prince Berothel had fallen in such a way, I know he was your friend." She says to you, her voice surprisingly light and soft considering her size. Her facial expression changes into a frown, "My liege, I don't wish to upset the balance of things. My house is comfortable with its place in this realm and no matter the victor of our battle, but I just want you to know it's going to be me who wins," she finishes and winks at you.

Princess Illiold dons her helmet once more, taking a moment to bundle her hair all back inside. She walks off towards her own separate gated entrance into the arena and crosses a fist over her chest, a sign she's wishing towards you of luck and honor.

The only thing crossing your mind from the moment you make it to your separated entrance, is Kayessa and her treatment towards your friend. The memory of it greatly upsets and motivates you, causing you to..

>Practice your swordsmanship quickly
Gain a temporary offensive bonus of +1 to any roll where you attack your opponent

>Signal back to Illiold and wish her your respect and luck as well
Illiold 'The Unbreaking' Heluna's relationship increases by 1
Relations with House Heluna increase by 1

>Pray to the Pure One
Your shield and armor for this fight can withstand significantly more damage