"Welcome, newcomers, to the Marquis layer. It is advised that you consult the rules before proceeding. As new entrants, you have been granted two turns each. You may decide who goes first."
Atticus frowned.
The voice hadn't come from any direction.
'Everywhere.'
This wasn't how the previous layers had worked. The Verge had never cared enough to advise anyone. Knowing the rules was your responsibility. Ignoring them was simply stupidity.
But this announcement… it wasn't meant for him alone. It had been broadcast across the entire space.
'Newcomers… so I'm not the only one.'
A thought suddenly struck him, and Atticus expanded his awareness, letting it spread freely, washing over the board.
'Good. It's still intact.'
There was no hint of his territory present, but his awareness was still there.
He paused.
'Found them.'
At the far edge of the board stood Anorah and her champions. Some distance away, he sensed Ozerra as well, along with her own.
