"Because of this ability, I can oversee many of Lady Nephis's endeavors and act as her secretary. What, do you guys want to see me in an office lady getup?"
Cassie winked under her blindfold towards the camera as millions of viewers nearly passed out.
'YES PLEASEEEE!!!!!!!'
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'PLEASE SPEED I NEED THIS!'
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'I need to see Lady Cassia in stockings PLEASE!!'
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'MARRY ME'
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There was a cough coming from Syclus as he smiled at the camera.
"Well folks, that's our third analyst at the desk. Me and Dimi, as well as the chat here, are very glad to have you on board with us. Friends, let's get back on the topic of the tournament on hand. We have many new faces that have entered in hopes of joining the Fire Keeper's ranks. New undiscovered talent that has arisen due to the Antarctic campaign as well as the domain war have converged here!
As our newest guest analyst, Lady Cassia, do you have any favorites amongst the newbies? Any picks to survive the battle royales and win the bracket rounds?"
Cassie turned towards Syclus and smiled as she replied,
"Thank you Syclus, and yes I do have some favorites to go far. Of course, I could use my foresight to know the winner. But that wouldn't be fun, wouldn't it?"
Syclus chuckled as Dimi responds,
"Of course not Lady Cassia. However, without your powers, are you favoring the old guard or the newcomers in the upcoming days? I have a few previous contenders that I am quite fond of."
Cassie tilted her head towards Dimi.
"Personally, I have seen many of the newcomers myself due to the Domain war so I will be slightly partial towards them. As for favorites, there are a select few that I will be rooting for personally."
Both Dimi and Syclus raised an eyebrow at Cassie's remark.
"Someone that has received Lady Cassia's favor? Do spill the details for our audience please." Syclus
requested.
"There is one in particular that I have seen molded by the Domain war. They are a very promising candidate to win it all actually!
They are usually a pacifist when it comes to fighting other people, so this will be exciting to see. They've been mentored by some incredible figures as well.
Although I could tell you guys who they are, wouldn't that spoil the fun? They'd grow a fan club quite early I'd imagine, I don't need to pour more fuel into the fire."
Cassie was content with spilling that much about Rain. She wasn't sure how well her abilities would translate to the tournament setting, especially with her flaw. She couldn't just raise everyone's expectations about Rain just yet.
Syclus and Dimi both sighed.
"For them to receive such an endorsement from you Cassia, they must be someone special. Well, it can't be helped.
Chat, there will be a prediction poll about who you believe will be winning the qualifying BR. Winners of the poll will be receiving points for a gift of your choosing! From Fire Keeper shirts to some fiery sunglasses to watch this stream with! There's also a limited quantity of Changing Star plushies, curtesy of Lady Cassia.
As for the bracket stage, you will be able to fill out a bracket on who will win the whole tournament! Predicting the winner will net a large sum of points. However, the lucky few who fill out a perfect bracket will have quite a wonderful prize! They will earn a day with Lady Changing Star herself!"
The chat erupted into more cheering and simping messages for Nephis.
Syclus continued,
"I am very looking forward towards spending a day with our Lady. Cassia, do you mind helping a friend out?"
Cassie giggled and replied,
"I'll throw you a couple bones Syclus, don't worry!"
Syclus beamed at Cassie and then faced the camera once again.
"Friends, it seems as if the BR is about to start! Let's cast our attention to the arena, shall we?"
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Meanwhile, Rain was suddenly summoned to a small clearing. Surrounding her were many tall, viney, dense bundles of trees that limited her visibility. The sky above her looked gray and cloudy, as if a storm was brewing and ready to pour.
Behind her was a clear looking barrier, terribly vast and piercing the sky and clouds above. In front of her was a small opening through the dense trees, leading her to God knows where.
(Still to be continued)