Merlin he hoped Faustus lost. Not out of any malice, of course, but out of that mischief that existed between younger brothers and their elders, still remaining even decades after boyhood. Regardless of the outcome, though, Fitz expected an entertaining duel. After all, both Selwyn and Faustus were incredibly skillful, with years of experience under their respective belts.

Though all involved wizards, and indeed the audience at this point, knew the rules of the tournament, Fitzroy Prewett reviewed them nonetheless, hamming it up with more flourish than necessary.

"Selwyn," he announced, "you're up!"

Trystan Selwyn casting first. Please tag Faustus Prewett in your post. You have 48 hours, or forfeit!

Birds. So many birds.

They were immensely preferable to garden gnomes, of course, but what was generally just sort of there became slightly terrifying with their ire focused upon you; Fitz did not envy his brother in the slightest.

He awarded the first point to Selwyn, and indicated for Faustus to cast next.

SELWYN 12 | PREWETT 10.5
Faustus Prewett casting first. Please tag Trystan Selwyn in your post. You have 48 hours, or forfeit!

Rough luck for Faustus, Fitz thought to himself with a hint of glee. And Faustus, the head auror! Had his brother been just a hair faster, he might have made a comeback, but alas—

"Mr. Selwyn will proceed to the final round of the tournament!"

PREWETT 12.5 | SELWYN 13