It began with a crack of lightning.  Following that was a chill wind blowing through the streets and alleys of Big City.  The skies darkened over.  And then, the rain, wet (as rain is wont to be) and heavy, pouring like a waterfall from the sky.  Shops were forced to close, beggars and stray cats nearly froze, yet the citizens were happier for it.  For tomorrow morning was the start of the Real Official Big City Tournament Which Isn't Fixed This Year, We Swear, and it was raining.  The rain meant mud.  And everyone knew what that meant.<br/><br/>Mud wrestling.<br/><br/>(Feel free to do some RPing here.  Your characters probably have lodging somewhere, though it's not required if you want to brave the weather.  It's a good time for PCs to meet face to face, as a tavern near the arena is preferable for those fighting.)