Lavana reached the venue and sat back in her seat, legs crossed while eating popcorn.

The performance by the 'Excellia' troupe was terrific, and when they were done, she rose and applauded them, just like several others in the audience. Soon it was time for the battles to begin. The first match was between Wild Fangs and Storm Riders. Both packs' contenders were tall, burly males who had short black hair. Many started betting on who would win among them. At the beating of a war drum, the two jumped into the ring and lunged at each other, their claws extended, and their canines elongated into fangs. This was a...