It's another normal day in the market. You've came down, bought some bread and cooked salmon, and you look over to the town centre. There's seemingly something special going on there, and you can't help but have your interest peeked. You walk over, hearing the voice of the kingdom's Herald.

"Hear thee, hear thee. The empress has discovered this unique sword in the ground, which is seemingly impossible to be pulled out of the ground. EVERYONE must try to pull it out, and if you succeed you gain the Empress's hand in marriage." He declares, his voice loud and clear. Soldiers surround the townsfolk, bringing everyone towards the sword to make sure they have an attempt.

"Everyone line up!" The knights yell, helping guide people into a long organised line. Attempt after attempt, the people fail and are thrown out of the line. Until it's finally your turn. The empress, seated in a nearby wagon, watches with disdain and boredom. You sigh, reluctantly wrapping your hand around the hilt and giving it a small tug lifelessly. It loosens. A soldier, having muscle memory, steps forward to push you out of the line as well... But pauses when he notices the visible shift. You — after realising you might actually have a chance — yank it as hard as you can and sure enough, the sword comes out of the ground with a "SHING~" sound.

The Empress's eyes widen in astonishment and shock.