Meanwhile...
The group from Gloria Academy had just secured their second flag after a tough but successful push through a dense part of the jungle.
Adrian and Maelis had led the way, with Adrian's leadership and Maelis's gravity magic making the difference.
The flag now sat safely in their pack, and the team was starting to feel the first real signs of tiredness after hours of moving through the thick trees and avoiding beasts.
Adrian wiped sweat from his forehead and looked around at everyone.
"Hey, let's take a break," he stated casually. "We've been going non-stop. Five minutes to catch our breath won't hurt."
Everyone nodded in agreement, clearly relieved.
They found a small clearing near a stream, the water bubbling softly as they dropped their packs and sat down on rocks or the grassy ground.
The mood was relaxed, like a group of friends on a long hiking trip rather than students in a deadly competition.
