Avatar: Macai's Journey

Chapter 14: Tournament Part 1

Several weeks have passed and it is finally time for the Nyarri Tournament, the most valued event in the city. It is a sunny day with a bright sky and a warm climate. It is 28.33 Celsius (83 degrees) and there is a cool breeze outside. The Nyarri arena consists of an oval-shaped vague structure that can hold up to five thousand attendees. It also has an announcer with a microphone located in the upper center of the structure.

The ground of the arena is full of sand, to avoid students from being seriously injured when they fall. It is a special type of sand that does not scratch or burn people when they fall. It is often called yora sand, which means "frictionless sand". The sand is not without friction, but it has far less friction than most sand. The sand has a dark yellow color, and it doesn't absorb the sun's heat.

It stays moderately warm regardless of how hot or cold it gets outside. There are several concession stands with snacks for guests and there are also some guests who come from other cities to watch the Nyarri fights. Locals can watch fights for discounted prices and this is a major source of revenue for the town.

The structure has a roof that only covers the audience, but does not cover the center of the arena where the performers fight. The arena has a thirty-foot radius. In Nyarri, combatants are allowed to wear different uniforms before they fight to make them stand out. The students are called to report to the arena during the break of dawn but officially starts midday.

Students are ordered to prepare in their waiting rooms and they are allowed to bring a couple of visitors before their fights. The interior of the facility has light grey walls and a light brown floor. The ceiling of the structure is a light yellow color.

Kanna waits in her room with her parents standing behind her. Kanna has a yellow shirt with black stripes and black pants with yellow stripes. Abel puts his right hand on his daughter's shoulder. "You are going to make us proud, I know it."

Kanna shakes. "I'm so nervous."

Zefara smiles and hugs her daughter from behind. Zefara: "It's going to be okay, Kanna. We are with you no matter how you do. Win, lose, or draw. But a win would be nice."

Abel responds, "You proved that you are an exceptional student in the Winter Competition. Show them your worth, Kanna. Make us and your family proud."

Zefara: "I know your ancestors would be proud and I know that you're going to continue to honor them."

Kanna smiles and nods. "Absolutely."

Abel: "So go on Kanna, do your thing! You are special and were made with a purpose. You are here for a purpose so remember that you belong here. We all have different paths and routes but you are here to tell your story and fight your fight. So go on Kanna, show them your worth."

Kanna turns around and hugs both of her parents. Kanna grins. "I'm grateful for having such a wonderful family. Ok, here goes."

Kanna steps forward and exits her chamber. Her parents move in the opposite direction and walk upstairs to watch their daughter's performance. The announcer is a short man with a powerful voice, light skin, a bald head, a goatee (with dark brown hair), and brown eyes. Announcer: "Ladies and gentlemen, once again it is that time of year that you all have been waiting for. A time of strength, valor, and commitment! A time of determination and endurance."

The announcer continues. "Introducing our first challenger, a man of great might and foresight. I present to you, Khin the Destroyer!" Khin has black straight hair, copper brown skin, hazel eyes, a moderately strong frame, and is of average height. Khin has a light grey shirt and dark brown pants. Khin immediately starts punching the air then flexes his muscles.