Duel Runners Novels & Stories

word – as in, 'Dueling' – on it. "Lei"? A duel? Chu Xun remembered the common tradition of engagement through battles he witnessed many times during his foray into the foreign dimension, although he never expected to see one here. "What are they doing?" asked Winsome Widow. "This is a dueling arena set up by the Sanctuary. Warriors fight up there; the winner will get a spiritual herb," explained Yu Cheng. "What about the losers?" "They get slapped with a small penalty – a community service, of sorts. They are to watch the gates leading out of the city and make sure no wild beast gets past. After one month, they'd be free."

It is because of all these wrongs that I ran and will keep on running. The safe-haven I call the town line finally comes into view, bringing renewed hope into my being. I take the chance to pick up speed and rush into the safety net. I feel some resistance at first as if some invisible force is trying to keep me out, but I keep pushing forward, and soon I am safely across, relief causing my nerves to settle down. I turn around to face my pursuers with a smug grin, slowly walking backwards as I take in each of their faces.

The wooden door at the end of the ground flung open and we all watched with wide eyes as Xander and Ryan sauntered out of it. They stopped in the center of the duel ground and faced each other. A guard rose up to the stage and announced in the mic, "Today, we are all gathered here to witness the duel between Lycan King, Xander Stoneheart, and rogue leader, Ryan Hooper. The latter had challenged the former to a duel which was accepted by the King. To ensure the fair results, we have Council members here with us. According to the terms and conditions, the one who'll win this duel will get to have Delilah Dimitri as his mate."

If I could find a vantage point and rain down arrows on the necromancer's forces, perhaps I could turn the tide of the battle. As I reentered the chamber, the scene that greeted me was one of utter chaos. The creature and the necromancer were still locked in their titanic struggle, their massive forms crashing against the walls and the floor, the very ground trembling beneath their might. Damien and Phillip were still engaged in their savage duel, their claws and fangs tearing through flesh and bone with a primal ferocity. Elijah and Liam were holding their ground against the necromancer's undead horde, but I could see the fatigue and desperation in their movements.

The pack members howled in excitement, clapping their hands. “We will begin today's activities with a duel. We already have interested candidates who would love to show their strength to you all, but before I call on them, I would like to call on Alpha Grayson and Beta Luke as our very first contestants,” Evelyn announced with enthusiasm, causing an uproar of excitement among the pack members. “Alpha Grayson! “Alpha Grayson! “Alpha Grayson,” the pack members chanted. Evelyn left the stage as Alpha Grayson and Beta Luke stood up from their seats and went to the area prepared for the duel.

My heart was pounding in my chest. My breathing sped up the faster I ran. I could feel every pound of my paws on the forest floor. The wind ruffled my fur as I picked up speed. A part of me was afraid, yes. I could hear his footsteps miles behind me. I could hear that he was not running as fast as he could, which meant he was toying with me. I’d never been a particularly fast wolf when compared to others like Melissa who was the fastest wolf in our pack, so I knew for sure that he could catch me. I just didn’t think he would try. I underestimated his pride and anger.

I could also see some members of the leaders’ families in front of our house, probably protecting Andrea from a possible attack. Everyone was frightened, but the duel still continued and was held in the stadium. It was announced by the leaders that the duel should continue to test one’s ability to fight in case something like yesterday happened again. The winners representing each family—dagger, archery, and swordsmen—would be given a chance to serve the leaders’ family. The objective of the Homer’s Pack game had changed, making the participants more dedicated to winning every duel they fought.

or maybe he was also confused as to why I had silver eyes, too? That was probably the case. "The next duel is between Alpha Kael from BlackFang and BlueMoon Pack!" The host announced. I turned to look at the Alphas, waiting for any of them who might want to face Alpha Kael. Alpha Raviel, who had closed his eyes for hours, finally opened his eyes and glanced at Severin. "Can you beat Alpha Drake?" He asked. His voice was deep and cold.

"Today, you bear witness to a Sacred Duel, invoked under the oldest laws of our people. Lady Elise Rashford has challenged Lady Elena Rashford for the right to represent our kingdom as its Avatar." The crowd roared, but Theron's raised hand quickly restored silence. "The Sacred Duel is fought under an ancient covenant. The combatants will face each other with all their skills, all their strength, all their power. The duel continues until one yields, one can no longer fight, or..." He paused significantly. "One dies. There is no interference, no mercy, no retreat. Only victory or defeat." King Dominic leaned forward slightly in his seat, his expression unreadable. The dangerous looking man re

Scars of his own marked his back. The crowd was getting restless. Hundreds of pack members from multiple territories, here to watch two men destroy each other. Some cheered when they saw me. Others called Julian’s name. “Ladies and gentlemen,” Elder Francis’s voice boomed across the arena. “A formal duel between Alpha Dominic of Darkwood Pack and Coordinator Julian of Iron Mountain Pack. The challenge has been issued and accepted. Duel continues until one yields or cannot continue.” I stepped into the fighting circle, bare feet gripping the packed earth. Julian entered from the opposite side, moving with grace that made me reassess everything I thought I knew about him.