Phantom Ashes – Episode 5
Scene 1: "Morning Tension"
Setting: Phantom Guild Dorms → Reception Area
Narration:
"A new day had dawned... and another test awaited the trainees."
Ren and Zeno have finished brushing and are getting ready.
Ren (smiling):
"Zeno, you're ready, right?"
Zeno (light smirk):
"Always."
Both walk down the hallway towards the Reception.
Ren talks to the receptionist.
Ren:
"Excuse me, I wanted to meet Mr. Rael. Where can I find him?"
The receptionist replies politely but firmly.
Receptionist:
"Sorry, Mr. Rael is currently in the Guildmaster Kaien Voss's office. Please try later."
Ren and Zeno look at each other, a little amused.
Both give the receptionist a slight smile and turn back.
Ren (grinning):
"No worries, we'll meet him later."
Narration:
"There wasn't much time for talk... the real game was yet to begin."
Scene 2: "Egos and Silence"
Setting: Phantom Guild – First Floor Arena Assembly Area
Narration:
"18 teams... all gathered in one place. Every face hiding a story."
Grake and his partner enter the hall confidently.
Ren and Zeno quietly walk in — calm and composed.
Grake sees them and approaches with a slightly arrogant attitude.
Grake (smirking):
"Gotta admit, you two passed..."
Grake (laughs):
"But let's see if you survive the first round!"
Zeno doesn't say anything, just watches calmly. Ren gives a light smile.
Ren and Zeno exchange a subtle nod.
Both ignore Grake and walk away with relaxed smiles.
Grake looks shocked and confused.
Grake (thinking, frustrated):
"No reply? And they just walked off smiling?!"
Narration:
"Sometimes words aren't needed for a reply... a smile alone can be enough."
Scene 3: "Phantom's Shadow Appears"
Setting: Arena Hall – Front Stage
Mr. Rael steps onto the stage; all trainees become alert.
Mr. Rael:
"Everyone, listen carefully. The real part of your tests is about to begin."
The large doors behind open slowly with dramatic lighting.
SFX: KREEEEEK...
A tall silhouette enters wearing a long coat, calm aura. All trainees fall silent.
Narration:
"The name heard only in legends... today stood before them."
Mr. Rael gestures towards the figure.
Mr. Rael:
"Trainees... meet your Guildmaster – Kaien Voss."
Close-up of Kaien Voss – intense eyes, battle scar, powerful presence.
Narration:
"This is the Phantom Guild's head – a name that speaks for itself."
Kaien steps forward, voice calm but deep.
Kaien Voss:
"Strength... anyone can learn it.
But control and purpose... only a chosen few achieve."
Kaien looks at the trainees, fire in his eyes.
Kaien Voss:
"In the first and second rounds... I will personally test you. Let's see who's truly worthy."
Scene 4: "The Calm Before the Storm"
Setting: Phantom Guild – Arena Floor (same stage area)
Grake stands with arms folded, arrogant but calm smile on his face.
Narration:
"Some people celebrate even before the victory..."
Overconfidence clearly visible in Grake's eyes.
Grake (smirking):
"Let's see who stands out."
Cut to Ren and Zeno – both quietly look at each other.
Subtle confident smiles on Ren and Zeno's faces.
Narration:
"Sometimes silence is the greatest answer."
Wide shot – all 18 teams stand in their positions, serious and focused.
Narration:
"The trainees were ready... but they still didn't know what the real test would be."
Close-up of Kaien Voss – face calm, but eyes sharp with intensity.
Narration:
"Kaien Voss... was observing everything. His single look was enough to create tension."
Final screen slowly fades out, scene dims.
Text on screen (fade out):
"To be continued..."