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Jak kept on running, only decreasing speed when he reached the forest's exit, stopping before the bridge that lead into the city of Arioa, Capitol of Intok Kingdom.

"Judging by the position of the sun and the shadows on the trees it's about half an hour until 12. If I sprint the whole way then I'll JUST make it to the WGC on time" Jak took a deep breath as he slowed to a stop, the vial of red liquid clutched in his right hand. "It should be fine to go all out. I can just take the potion when I get there."

Stuffing the vial into the pocket of his black pants, Jak got into position, preparing to push himself to his own utmost limit. A strong breeze blew at his back, ruffling his fiery red hair as the youth got low to the ground, crimson hues filled with determination. The tips of his fingers scraped against the damp earth beneath him as he put his left foot forward, his leg tensing up while the core of Jak's body tightened. Then, without any sort of indication, the redhead became a blur as he burst forth with rapid acceleration, leaving behind a rather deep imprint of his bare feet.

Just like that, Jak was on his way.

The wind rushed around him, people jumped to get out of the way, and bugs constantly hit him in the face, but it mattered naught as the boy continued to run. He knew if he stopped for even a moment, there was a high probability that he would miss his chance of becoming what he desired most. He would miss his chance to become an adventurer....which would then be followed by waiting another three years before he eventually be allowed to try again.

This was his only shot. This was because, Jak Yanda was only ten years old. A whopping double digit number that he had only just hit a few weeks prior and a number he was definitely proud of.

There were many things he could do now that he couldn't before and, for him, that was by far the best part of getting older. As his years increased, more and more options became available, door after door unlocking themselves and presenting him with new and exciting possibilities. If he wanted, he could now get a part time job at a number of places whereas when he was a year younger he was prevented from doing so. Of course, that being said, even with all of the doors and places that had now opened themselves up to him, he had never once so much as glanced in their general direction. Even with all the enticing offers such as part time blacksmith apprentice, part time alchemist assistant, and loads of other potential routes he wasn't interested in any of it.

The only thing he was truly interested in, was Rift Hunting.

Ever since he could walk, Jak had been interested in Rifts and those that delved into their depths in search for fame, money, and adventure. His parents would always enthrall him with tales of wonder and excitement, of treasures and dungeons, combat and nail biting suspense. They would constantly hold up the job of adventurer on a pedestal, showing off the highlights and how much fun the occupation was and, despite Jak already being aware of the darker side, he let himself be roped in.

There was only one small problem that prevented him from becoming an adventurer and that was his age. He was exactly three years below the minimum requirement to join the ranks of the Rift Hunters, the starting age beginning at the ripe age of 13.

None of that deterred him though as he shot up a food stall, running up a side wall before neatly flipping onto the top of it. Upon landing on the roof, he took off once again, this time following a layed out path he himself had made days ago for such a scenario, having foreseen the possibility of oversleeping or some other unforeseen circumstance. Climbing up onto the nearest building, the youth began to systematically hop from roof to roof, running and jumping over and over again with zero hesitation in his steps.

"I can make it," Jak muttered excitedly as he leaped onto the adjoining roof. "Just a bit further!!"

No matter how hard he had to push himself, he was determined to achieve his goals and make it into the ranks of the Elemental Rookies.
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World Guild Center - District #257
Intok Kingdom Capitol, Arioa City
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"Your name?"