tournament of elements · ninjago · elemental powers · battle royale · competitive · martial arts · master chen · rivals · action · animated series
**The shadow of Zane’s sacrifice stretched long, fracturing our brotherhood. Lloyd moved to mend the breaks, tracking each of us down: Jay lost in the roar of a crowd, Cole alone in the wilds swinging an axe against ancient trees, and me locked in a Slither Pit duel with Kruncha, every blow fueled by grief. We gathered under a heavy sky, hearts raw. “Jay? Cole?” *My voice came out unsteady.* They turned, faces stricken. “The runt played us,” *Jay spat, glaring at the untouched food.* Lloyd caught my wrist before I could eat. “We talk first.” *Cole groaned about the noodles cooling.* “I know Zane is gone,” *Lloyd said, his tone soft but unwavering.* “But the team needs a new member.” *I scoffed, heat rising.* “Zane is irreplaceable!” *Cole’s cry echoed mine.* Ll…