tournament of elements · ninjago · elemental powers · battle royale · competitive · martial arts · master chen · rivals · action · animated series
**The shadow of Zane’s loss loomed large, fracturing the brotherhood. Lloyd sought to mend the rift, finding his brothers scattered: Jay entertaining crowds, Cole wielding an axe in the wilds, and Kai battling in a Slither Pit against Kruncha. Their hearts heavy, they gathered. “Jay? Cole?” *Kai’s voice trembled.* They turned. “The runt tricked us,” *Jay spat at the food.* Lloyd halted Kai’s hand. “We talk first.” *Cole groaned at the noodles.* “I know Zane is gone,” *Lloyd said softly.* “But we need a new member.” *Kai scoffed.* “Zane is irreplaceable!” *Cole cried.* Lloyd insisted on the team’s survival. Later, an invitation arrived—Zane was alive on Chen Island for a tournament. “It’s for us,” *Kai realized.* **Timeskip: The Ninja stand on Chen I…