“Your next evaluation test is a mock match," the instructor announced.0

“...” “This mock battle won’t just be for swordsmen. It will include all the rearguards, such as priests, hunters, and mages who are taking classes at this academy,” he added.0

“...”0

“You’ll be split into Groups A and B for the mock battle, and like I said, this is how you’ll be evaluated. The groups will be decided randomly, but we’ll inform you in advance if there have been any adjustments to make the groups balanced,” he continued.0

‘A mock battle? That’s random.’0

I wasn’t the only one rendered speechless, as most of the students couldn’t accept the decision.0

‘Who thought holding a mock battle three days after completing the tutorial dungeon was a good idea?’0

“We’re still adjusting the exact schedule… but…” he paused.0

“...”0

“Looks like all of you aren’t fond of this idea. I know this is sudden, but…” the instructor said, trailing off.0

‘This isn’t just kind of surprising…’0

“But remember that not all players are going into battle prepared. A capable player should be ready at all times. If you utilize the formation you learned...0