Oblivion's Throne

The vessel hummed beneath his boots—a deep, constant vibration that reminded Orion he was no longer on solid ground. In his quarters aboard the dropship Echidna, a sleek, minimalist space bathed in dim amber lights, he stood alone. Arms crossed. Breathing steady. Eyes locked on the large holoscreen hovering over his wrist.

The final rankings glowed in sharp white.

[FIRST TRIALS — RANKINGS]

1. ORION REYES

2. AURELIA VELSTRANE

3. LEV LUNEV

4. ELLE VORST

5. RENJI CARRIDAN

6. ZOHAN MEIRA

7. DARIAN KAIRON

8. MAARA ALVARIX