Novel Full Chapter 451 The Ranking
The projection displayed the names of the 16,000 disciples based on their rankings, determined by the points earned during their last Union Trial.
Everyone immediately turned to the rankings and began searching for their names. It didn’t take long for some to spot theirs. Frowns started appearing as they saw their positions.
At the top of the rankings, of course, was Klaus Hanson. He deserved it more than anyone, considering he was the only one who cleared the 66th level.
Naturally, he was the sole climber to that height, as everyone else only reached the 63rd level.
However, while everyone expected Klaus to be at the top, nobody anticipated the name in the second spot. It was Hanna.
Hanna Kendrick, Klaus’s older sister, held the second position.
Why? Although everyone reached the 63rd level, Hanna killed more monsters than the others.
When the Union rankings were displayed, Hanna was second, and Anna was third. They all washed out at the 63rd level, but Hanna had defeated more monsters than Anna.
Hanna killed 50 monsters, while Anna had only taken down 46. This achievement placed Hanna as the second ranker. But seeing her now at the second spot sparked murmurs across the crowd.
“Who the fuck is Hanna Kendrick, and why haven’t I heard of her before?” Ruby Corvin, the top ranker from the Ice Union, demanded. Her tone betrayed her anger.
“She’s Klaus Hanson’s sister, from what I’ve heard. She was also the second ranker in the Northern Union during the Union Trials,” a young lady, seemingly Ruby’s maid, replied.
“I see.” Ruby sighed.
While she was fuming, there was nothing she could do for now. She would have to bide her time.
And just like that, Hanna became the target of everyone’s attention. They were all holding back, though.
Each of them had expected to be at the top, yet this unknown figure had surpassed them and now sat right below the monster.
If only they knew Hanna could have climbed even higher if she hadn’t made a mistake during her battles on the 63rd level. That girl was determined not to fall behind her little brother.
But while Hanna was turning heads, she wasn’t the only surprise that had stunned everyone. Anna was sitting at the 5th spot, making her one of the select few to receive special treatment from the academy.
The top five held immense significance—perhaps the most important distinction thus far.
With Anna’s appearance on the list, Klaus’s inner circle now occupied three of the five spots. The 3rd rank belonged to Mason Cole, the fiancé of Madison Blake, the legacy candidate from the Southern Union.
Ruby Corvin, the Ice Princess of the Ice Union, took the 4th spot. Naturally, she and Anna were bound to become rivals, considering Ruby was also a Mage and a formidable one.
With her innate Ice element and a bloodline that amplified her control over it, Ruby’s mastery was expected to be exceptional.
Then again, there could only be one Ice Princess, a title claimed by Anna generations ago. Anna’s mere presence was enough to freeze the hearts of those around her.
However, whether she could reclaim that title would depend solely on her strength and power.
Beyond the much-coveted top five, Miguel ranked 8th, while Lily secured 10th. The competition had been fierce—Miguel only surpassed Lily by a few points during the Union Trial, but those few points made all the difference now.
Kilian ranked 17th, Mark landed in 20th, Kay held the 37th spot, and Daniel took 35th place. As for Danny, he came in at 39th.
Klaus’s friends all ranked within the top 50—a far better result than being in the top 100 or beyond. But this wasn’t the time for celebration. Everyone knew that being in the top 50 came with its own set of challenges and attention.
The head instructor, Victor, knew what was to come. Wasting no time, he pressed forward with the rules and instructions the disciples needed to follow.
“I know most of you aren’t happy about the spot you’ve been placed on in the rankings. But that’s because the rankings were determined by the points you earned during the Union Trial. So, if you have someone to blame, look in the mirror.
“That said, the rankings are only temporary, as you can rise or fall based on how much you improve in the coming days.
“First, every disciple can challenge a fellow disciple to claim their spot. If you are ranked 4th and want the 3rd, 2nd, or even 1st spot, you can challenge them. If you win, their spot becomes yours.
“But bear in mind, this rule only applies to lower-ranked disciples challenging those above them. Furthermore, if a lower-ranked disciple challenges someone higher and loses, they will drop a level. This is only natural, as the academy is designed for the strong.”
Nobody uttered a single word. Most of them knew about this system from their siblings in the inner section. The only lingering question was what would happen to those in the outer section before their arrival.
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Victor, of course, addressed this swiftly. He had done this many times, so he wasn’t a stranger to the questions raging in their heads.
“I know you’re all wondering what will happen to those already in the outer section before you arrive. The answer is simple: they will be placed at the bottom of the list.
“However, this won’t last long. Once you’ve settled in, precisely two weeks from now, they can start issuing challenges to reclaim their ranks.
“You need to understand that rankings are very important, as resources are distributed based on rank. If your ranking is high, your chances of receiving better resources are also high. Naturally, the top 100 enjoy far more privileges than the rest.
“This means you should all strive to enter the top 100, 200, 500, or even 1,000—or at least within the top 10,000—since the resources we provide will play a significant role in your growth.”
The disciples nodded, their determination evident. Everyone was already anticipating the moment they could settle in and begin making moves to improve their rankings.
Victor could see it in their eyes—an eagerness to climb higher. He nodded in satisfaction, pleased with their resolve.
“As for the benefits you will receive,” Victor continued, “you can see them clearly once you get your trackers. But know this: if you lack the strength to challenge someone or defend against a challenge, you can choose to decline.
“Declining will only push you back a single rank, and the challenger won’t gain anything—unless they are ranked directly beneath you.
“Additionally, you can reject up to two challenges per month. However, if you wish to reject more than that, you must pay 10,000 celestial points for each additional rejection.
“Of course, if you don’t have enough points, you can sacrifice ten level drops per after the two rejections instead. So, keep that in mind.”
Victor paused for a moment, letting his words sink in. Then, with a slight sigh, he said,
“Let’s move on to missions next.”