The Sect Arena, or, the Battle Pavilion as some call it, is, perhaps, the busiest location of the Sect. Hundreds of disciples arrive and leave in endless streams of people. They talk excitedly about about both promising newcomers and the already established veterans, discussing their abilities and speculating on who would win against who. *if mc_sect_ranking > 10000 None of them give you a second glance. *else *if mc_sex = 0 [i]That's the guy who beat Yun Ge, right?[/i] *else [i]That's the girl who beat Yun Ge, right? [/i] The Battle Pavilion is divided into two structures: an administrative building, where disciples come to check their Rankings or collect their winnings, and the arena itself: an enormous stadium of a circular shape. *label pavilion_choice Where do you want to go? *choice #Administrative Building. You enter the building and sit down in a char, waiting until one of the working clerks frees up from assisting other visitors. "Hello, fellow disciple. How can I help you today?" — one of them soon walks to you and asks. *label admin_choice *gosub_scene cslib_string find history "visited_sect_arena" *choice *if cslib_ret = 0 #"Can you explain to me how the Arena works?" "A new Junior ${polite_address} then?" — the clerk smiles — "Of course, I'd delighted to." "The Sect employs a Ranking system amongst its disciples. Ten thousands best Martial Artists at Houtian-level are assigned a number based on their combat prowess. They then battle each other, their duels watched by thousands in the arena." "Top-100 are displayed on the Ranking Board." — says the clerk, pointing at a large board hanging on the wall — "Being listed there is an enormous honor. But more than that, apart from the prestige high-rankers enjoy, there are practical benefits too." "Starting from Top-1,000, disciples would get a monthly allowance of Contribution Points to help their growth. Exact number depends on your position, but the current champion gets a thousand points every month." "Getting into Top-10,000 is a sure way to become an inner disciple." — the clerk looks at your Sect Badge — *if mc_sect_position = "outer" "You should consider it, fellow disciple. There are many who raised their status in the sect through arena bouts." *else "Though I see it's not something that would interest you." "You can also raise the stakes and bet your opponent a certain amount of Points to fight for. If they agree, we would handle all the details and ensure fairness for a 10% fee." "Each week, you may issue a single challenge to a higher-ranked disciple. Rejection equals forfeit, so be ready to fight if you do it, since refusals are beyond rare and are frowned upon." "If you win, you will take your opponent's place in the rankings. If you lose, you will have to challenge them again next week. Just know that the Arena is not liable for any injuries you suffer and, although we do our best to prevent it, there have been cases of permanent crippling and even death during ranking battles. Do no not bite more than you can chew." "Arena also serves as the only legal way of resolving personal disputes through battle. We will personally investigate the nature of your conflict and, if we deem your claim just, the Arena will send an official challenge to your adversary. They have the right not to accept it, but then the sect will recognize you as the winning side in whatever argument you had. Such a service costs fifty points for a non-lethal battle and 200 points for a deathmatch." "I hope I've managed to answer all of Junior ${polite_address}'s questions." *set history history&"visited_sect_arena|" *page_break "Is there anything else?" *goto admin_choice #"I want to issue a challenge." *gosub_scene subroutines injuries_check *if (stat_check) You can't issue a challenge with your current injuries. Heal them before coming back. *goto admin_choice "A ranking challenge or a personal one?" *choice #Ranking. "Please, hand me your Sect Badge and I'll see what suitable for you opponents are available." You nod and do so. *if mc_sect_ranking > 10000 After checking it, the clerk's expression turns funny. Rueful, as she hesitates before speaking up again. "Well… Elder Rin has put a personal request that you cannot fight unranked opponents. Although this saves you a lot of time, even your weakest competitor will be a Houtian-level expert." The clerk takes out a jade slip from her spatial ring. "A fight can be arranged between you and Yun Ge, a contender ranked 9,981st. It will cost you 20 points. Do you wish to proceed?" *choice #Yes. *label yunge_accept *if mc_sect_points < 20 "You don't have enough Contribution Points for it." *page_break "Is there anything else?" *goto admin_choice "Your challenge has been issued. You can go to the arena and wait there, your opponent should come within an hour." "Please take note that if you don't show up, you will be fined 500 Points." *page_break Leave *set fight_sect_arena "yun_ge" *goto pavilion_choice #No. *label yunge_refusal "That's understandable. Do come back when you feel confident in taking this fight." *page_break "Is there anything else?" *goto admin_choice #Buy an information missive on Yun Ge (10 Points). *if mc_sect_points < 10 "You don't have enough Contribution Points for it." *page_break "Is there anything else?" *goto admin_choice *else *set mc_sect_points -10 "Just a minute." The clerk soon comes back, holding a piece of paper in her hands that she soon passes to you. [i]Yun Ge, Rank-9981. *line_break [i]Age: [b]29[/b] *line_break [i]Level: [b]Early-Houtian[/b] *line_break [i]Summary: An experienced fighter specializing in fist-techniques. Has above average strength. *line_break [i]Wins: [b]152[/b] | Losses: [b]127[/b] *choice #Accept the fight. *goto yunge_accept #Don't proceed with the fight. *goto yunge_refusal *else "Sorry, but there are no available challenges at this time." *page_break That's Too Bad *goto admin_choice *selectable_if (not_under_construction) #Personal. *label personal_challenges *choice *if (challenge_wyoung = 1) #Challenge Long Wyoung Long Wyoung, a newly promoted Inner Disciple that has just reached Early Houtian. Does not have a Ranking record, as he hasn't participated in any Houtian-level matches as of yet. Do you want to issue him a challenge? Keep in mind, Long Wyoung might not accept. *choice *selectable_if (mc_sect_points >= 50) #Issue a normal challenge (50 Points). *set mc_sect_points -50 *set challenge_wyoung 2 *selectable_if (mc_sect_points >= 200) #Issue a Death-Match challenge (200 Points). *set mc_sect_points -200 *set challenge_wyoung 3 #Go back. *goto personal_challenges You've challenged Long Wyoung. He will give you an answer in a couple of days. *goto admin_choice #Go back. *goto admin_choice #"I want to check the Rankings." "No problem." — answers the clerk and takes out a jade slip from her spatial ring — "Give me your Sect Badge." You hand it over and watch as the clerk tinkers with it. *if mc_sect_ranking > 10000 However, the jade slip doesn't react in the slightest. "It seems like Junior ${polite_address} isn't in the Rankings yet. You should fight a few battles first and check in again." *page_break "Is there anything else?" *goto admin_choice *else She scribbles down on a list of paper and gives it to you. [i]1.Long Chen. *line_break [i]2.Liu Jiawei. *line_break [i]3.Yang Gan. *line_break [i]4.Su Da. *line_break [i]5.Su De. *line_break [i]6.Jing Yong. *line_break [i]7.Fu Yinuo. *line_break [i]8.Tang Bo. *line_break [i]9.Yang Wen. *line_break [i]10.He Gang. *line_break You are currently ranked №${mc_sect_ranking}. *page_break "Is there anything else?" *goto admin_choice *selectable_if (not_under_construction) #"I want to collect my Contribution Points." fsdfsf #"Nothing. Farewell." *goto pavilion_choice #Arena. The arena consists of massive tribunes where dozens of thousands can gather and watch the battles and a field of sand divided into six zones for hosting multiple fights simultaneously. What are you planning to do? *choice *if (fight_sect_arena != "none") #Prepare for your battle. The sect prohibits the use of any consumptive items — be they talismans or alchemy supplements — but various equipment is allowed. You will have to leave your spatial ring behind. *choice #Start the fight. *label start_arena_fight *if fight_sect_arena = "yun_ge" *goto_scene fight_arena_yunge #Check your spatial ring for equipment. *set inventory_page 1 *gosub_scene inv_scene Your equipment sorted out, you are ready for your match. *page_break Start The Fight *goto start_arena_fight #Leave. *goto pavilion_choice #Return. *if fight_sect_arena != "none" You have an ongoing challenge. Leaving now will cost you 500 Points. Are you sure you want to leave? *choice #Yes. *set mc_sect_points -500 #No. *goto pavilion_choice *goto_scene free_roam free_time