(3 days later)
For the three days after Rocky's return to Earth, he was lucky enough to see the mobilization of the entirety of Earth's Climbers near ground zero.
Almost every climber belonging to Earth, regardless of what guild they belonged to or what important mission they were a part of within the tower, returned home for this monster wave.
Traps were set up, supplies were distributed, front lines were in position and at the ready, while medic camps were set up at strategic locations across the battlefield, ensuring swift medical attention could be given to the wounded. Your journey begins at m|v|lempyr.
The skies were monitored round the clock by teams of scouts, their eyes sharp for any sign of the advancing wave. Communication lines were established, utilizing both modern technology and arcane methods, to ensure seamless coordination across the vast battlefield.
Earth's mages, regardless of their guild affiliation gathered, pooling their magical resources to erect barriers and enchantments that shimmered with potent energy, ready to repulse the monstrous tide.
Artisans and engineers worked tirelessly, creating single use weapons such as arrowheads and bombs, while also reinforcing defensive structures that would serve as the first line of defense.
The air buzzed with a mixture of apprehension and determination. Every able bodied climber had been enlisted to lend their strength in one way or another and despite the increased difficulty of the monster wave this time around, morale seemed high.
Training camps sprang up overnight, where experienced fighters shared their knowledge and skills with the newcomers, ensuring everyone was prepared for the battle ahead.
Especially first timers and students who had no idea what to expect in this war were given some critical survival tips, on how to hold formations, how to listen to their superiors orders, how to protect themselves from death and what not to do when surrounded by enemies.
Rocky, who was also a newbie in this regard was coached about the same issues, however, unlike the others he was coached privately by Pope Cole.
"Rocky, fighting a war is very different from fighting a single opponent, as in a war you can be attacked at any time from any angle," Pope Cole began as he began jabbing a sword against imaginary shadow opponents as demonstration.
"You must be perpetually aware of your surroundings, always ready to change your stance and adapt your strategy at a moment's notice." Pope Cole said as he quickly shifted his stances a couple of times, to show Rocky how such moves could be executed.
No matter what, you must survive alright? Because, if the Champion of Gemini dies, but Earth survives, then I for one will not be able to live with myself" Pope Cole said, as Rocky grasped the seriousness behind those words.
He did not explicitly say it, however, Pope Cole vowed to kill himself if Rocky did not survive this war.
"Don't worry Pope Cole, while I'm not a seasoned fighter, I'm more than capable of holding my own" Rocky said, as he assured that he wasn't intending on losing his life in this next monster tide.
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( Meanwhile On Floor 92 )
"Rocky, Paper, Scissors Shoot!"
"Hahaha, that's 1 each now brother. I win this one" Ravan said, as Shakuni frowned at the outcome of losing the second round.
The two brothers were playing Rock, Paper, Scissors to decide which one of them was going to have an image of themselves descend on Earth in the coming monster tide, however, with both gods wanting to personally go down, they decided to settle the matter using a game of Rock, Paper, Scissors.
"You're not even a double sword wielder brother, I feel like you're being stubborn with this one, I'm clearly the better choice to go down" Shakuni complained, however, Ravan shook his head and refused to heed to his brother's words.
"They call me the God Of War though, brother, also, while I agree that my swordsmanship is not as good as you, it's more than enough to teach Rocky how to fight" Ravan countered, as he insisted on settling the matter with the final round of Rock, Paper, Scissors.
"Rock, Paper, Scissors....Shoot"
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/// A/N - Yes, one of our two resident gods will finally sort of return to action soon- ///