The bickering reached to a point that a centurion authorized the setting of a fighting ring. Soldiers began to form a loose circle. In the center, there were griffins pitted against opponents of their choosing, engaging in full-contact sparring. It was pretty much a good way to settle out grudges between soldiers, letting off steam so they could later focus on their jobs and the real enemies. Gilda herself participated in a few of these, winning a few before losing out when a much stronger or better skilled opponent bested her. Today, though, she was happy just to watch. 