When Kayden Heart's name was announced, a strange silence overtook the great elite of mages. Most common mages and those from other universes only recognized the name, but he had neither gained nor held any great relevance since the gods arrived in this universe. In fact, his name was only remembered because he was a Challenger of the Heavens.
Aside from that title, Kayden had not made a single appearance in the last 100 billion years, making his name forgotten by most mortals—though not by all. A small spark of fear appeared in the minds of those who knew his story, those who had witnessed this mage rise from absolute nothingness to the top.
"We will have a one-year break before the next phase of the event," the voice continued after all participants were revealed. "Rest well, and good luck to all." After that, all the mages were left floating freely, free to do as they pleased. Naturally, many of them approached Kayden.
