23. The Games Will Unite the Earth Planet

Using holography and a metallic voice that traveled thousands of light years in real time, Xtreme spoke in the chamber, "Arenas to entertain the princes, cyborgs, and androids—stakes that will reinforce my glory." He pointed to the holomap of Earth, where East and West shone, divided like trophies.

The Heart of Eryndor responded with a tone that evoked unfathomable depths, its runes pulsing like the beats of an alien heart. "Let the games also glorify my dominion. In the depths, humans will fear my power, and the empire will bet on my victory." Defeated by Xtreme, he sought to regain influence through the arenas.