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(Jack Marston has just walked into Gold Town after defeating Agustin Allende and is greeted by Leg Johnson, Boonie MacFarlane, and a Mr. Kelley.)
Leg: Come to try your hand at the gold, I see? This shootin' competition sure is something, y'know? (Pauses as Jack just walks by and stands besides him) You're one of 'em silent types, ain't ya? Jack: Sure. 'Leg:' I respect that, I truly do. Say, you met Miss MacFarlane before, kid?
Boonie: Am I what you were looking for, stranger?
Jack: I reckon you are. You are rather attractive. Did anyone see Landon Ricketts ride into town?
Kelly: (Butts into the convo) That boy? HA! He won't be causing the mayor any more problems. I do hope you are planning to attend the Battle Royale. I would very much look forward to beating an adversary of your talent.
Jack: I'll sign up, don't worry.
(Jack can now talk to random citizens on the streets about the upcoming event.)
Lilly Shelton: My word, stranger. I don't like to gossip, but I heard some people think Mr. Kelley's got some real competition this year. I've also heard that that Marshal from Silver Town has entered himself into the competition. Oh, and that mysterious bounty hunter, Camelion Wolf, as well. Oh, and also Miss MacFarlane. Indeed, this year's BR will sure be a spectacular sight. If I weren't such a god-fearing soul, I'd say even you'd sign yourself into the competition as well, heh.
Abigail Peppercorn: Mr. Kelley has been the Mayor's BR champion for 4 years now. Ain't nobody beaten' him yet. That can be either good or bad, depending on how you see the Mayor, Kelley and their feckless bunch. I personally believe the Mayor should do something about the saloon. It needs to be closed down! Folks get crazy after they have too much to drink. Believe me.
Willie Lesster: What is this world cumming to? Have you heard about the MacFarlane's ranch bein' burnt to the ground? Hell, it seems like o' Julias Grimes and Charlie Mash persuaded a couple of workers and similar cattle rustlers to set fire to Boonie MacFarlane's house! The faja' burnt out of control for two, TWO whole days! Now poor Boonie ain't got nuffin' left! Even her damn cattle ran away! If you ask me, this shootin' competition could be a way to gain the ranch back. That money sure could help her. Hell, I hope she wins this competition and shows those British's Gang boys how thinks actually work 'round 'er!
Jody: Battle Royale! Read all about it who's entering this year! Who the Hell's gonna win? Four time champ, Mr. Kelli? The Marshal Leg Johnson? Bounty hunters, like Jack and Wolf? Or the local ranch owner, Boonie MacFarlane? It could also be someone else, like a late entrant, or Oscar Navarro! Read all the speculations that are fit to print!
(Jack enters Edgar Rose's office to start the competition.)
Rose: Well, Jackson, I guess you're here for one reason right? Well, boy, if I were you I'd get my affairs in order before you enter. Mr. Kelley's been the champion for four years and looks like he's the one to beat this year. Oh that sheriff's fella, Leigh. Yeah, he was also in here. So, Jack, what'cha gonna do? You wanna enter the Battle Royale too?
(Rose kicks off the competition, introducing the match between Jack and Oscar Navarro.)
Rose: He's killed so many men down South, he had to come up North to find some more. The challenger: Señor Oscar Neverro. (Applause) Challenging him is a man of mystery. Some of you may have heard of all the recent bounty hunting he did on behalf of the town and even in other states. Ladies and gentlemen, Jack Marston!
(After the first round is complete, Leg is joking with Lewis Shelton, then Edgar Rose introduces the next round with Camelion Wolf.)
Jack: That should leave a bruise! (Laughter)
Rose: I don't reckon he should be so eager to get himself killed, but rules are the rules and there's no doubt he's quick on the draw. He can shave, but refuses not to, and he sure can shoot. The challenger, Camelion Wolf. (Applause and Lily Shelton throws him a pack of flowers)
(Jack kills his butt off regardless.)