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It was a quiet morning; the faint sound of birds singing in the trees and among rooftops. The sky a vibrant orange mixed with the coming blue of day to welcome all who saw it. The quiet footsteps of those just heading to work and those coming home from late night shifts. A blend of quiet noise and tranquility. One could imagine waking up to a nice Autumn morning. The trees that dotted the sidewalks and made way for vehicles were a beautiful mix of red at the top, orange and yellow down at the base. The hundreds of thousands of leaves that had already fallen from days before were dry and crunchy against the boots of one man. He was taking a brisk walk through the streets with hands shoved within the deep pockets of his thick and thankfully warm coat. The man looked to be in his mid twenties with dark hair tousled and wavy with blue-gray eyes. His face was slightly chisled in appearance and appeared to stand roughly 5'10" but could easily be 6' if he straightened himself more. The jacket was a dark blue in color with a hard to see white T-shirt underneath. Coal colored jeans and boots added to the outfit, along with a thin gray scarf wrapped around his neck and covered his lower face. He pulled it up slightly with his fingertips to cover his nose before returning his hands back to his pockets. Stopping himself when he reached a stoplight, the male pulled out his cellphone and tapped the screen to open it. He swiped his thumb across the screen to pull open his text messages. However, there was nothing really worth rereading. They were all old texts from a couple days ago about going to hang out with some old highschool friends. However, life just gets busy sometimes and people never have time for things like they used to before. That was the thing about growing up. About becoming an adult. Suddenly you had responsibilities to uphold whether it be for others or yourself. Just as his fingers were about to click off the phone, he heard it chime. Curious and confused,

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he took a glance at the number. Unknown. That was strange, who got a hold of his number? "Could be a spam call or something.." he mumbled quietly. Upon closer inspection of the text, he grew even more curious. It was an invitation for an Academy called Novas University. He'd never heard of it.

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[Dear Moon StarFrost, The Academy would like to congratulate you on being selected to join our esteemed Novas family. You have been chosen as one of many to become an honorary student within our great halls. Here at Novas University, students are able to study and find their own path as Druids. Learn what it means to be a Druid and how to control the newfound magic you may have discovered during your time among the Mundane] This was eery, a bit scary to think that someone had been watching him. Hell, they very well could still be. Moon took a glance around him, though not seeing anything suspicious. His eyes returned to the text. [While we are sure you have many questions, please join us today at our campus to partake in our Open Assembly and see for yourself the greatness that lies within you! Ignite the Cosmos Within! We look forward to seeing you soon. Sincerely, Aurelius Nightshade Headmaster] Moon reread the message several times, a bit surprised really. So this was some sort of acceptance letter into this magic college? Well, he knew magic was real now after that incident in high school a few years back. He had remembered how furious he was about his girlfriend of 5 years cheating on him with a good friend and classmate of his. Enough that he nearly froze an entire tree in a fit of rage. However, since then he hasn't been able to do it. To cast that icy blast of power. The stoplights changed colors and the walk sign across the street lit up signaling he could walk. There were hardly any cars on the road, much less at this intersection. So, with a huffed sigh, he trudged on across the street, staring at the ground as he did so. However, that strange feeling started to hit him again. Moon lifted his head, now standing halfway on the crosswalk, looking around himself. "I must be paranoid or something.." Then, an exhaled whisper reached his left ear. Moon turned around quickly, not seeing anything at first. His heartrate started to go up little b

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y little. That same noise again invaded his ears like a cold chill deep in the bones. Any passerby would think he was crazy or even sleep deprived. But in reality? Something was definitely there. Upon turning around for the final time, he saw it.

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Standing on the otherside of the street where he had come from originally was the silhoutte of what looked to be human. It's body wash dark, swirling bits of magic coursed through it's thin body like a veil. Colors of various hues could be seen mixed into the dark body and it's eyes were giving off an otherworldly glow. Ones full of ancient knowledge and energy. The creature raised a thin arm out towards Moon, it's feet not even touching the ground. It's eery whispers despite standing so far away sounded so close. Like it was right next to him. Moon took a step back, raising a hand towards the creature in an attempt to try and ward it off with his now slumbering magic. No matter how hard he tried, nothing happened. "Shit. Shit Fuck.." he growled, lowering his hand after realizing his power was not going to come out and instead turned to run away. However, the creature seemed to block his escape quite quickly. It was nimble. Quick. This was bad. "Stay away, whatever the hell you are!" The creature extended a hand out and grasped Moon by the jaw. It tilted its head, leaning in close to stare at the male. Moon managed to shake away from its grasp, avoiding it's gaze. Just as it was about to reach out again, Moon tripped over his own feet and fell backwards. But instead of asphalt, he felt.. grass? There was also a buzzing sense that coursed through his body that he couldn't quite explain. Moon opened his eyes and stared at the creature before him, unable to get to Moon. It seemed there was a sort of barrier between the two. Moon hesitated at the threshold, gazing in awe at the iridescent barrier that separated wherever he was and the Mundane world. Certainly from the creature just beyond it too. Slowly getting to his feet after realizing he was somewhat safe, Moon turned around to be greeted by finding himself to be in a courtyard bathed in the glow of mystical energy, Moon witnessed students weaving spells with a grace that transcended the mundane. The air humm

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ed with the resonance of incantations, and the scent of magical herbs wafted from the greenhouse nearby. In the distance, the vibrant glowball game unfolded, a spectacle of swirling colors and dynamic magic. Moon's eyes traced the arcs of the enchanted ball, captivated by its responsive dance to the gestures of the players. This was not just a sport; it was a symphony of magic in motion, a prelude to the challenges and triumphs that awaited him. "Where.. am I?" he exhaled in boh awe and disbelief. Not sure that what he was seeing was even real. Moon reached a hand up to his cheek and pinched it. Nope, it's real alright. Gathering his composure, the male started walking, making sure to avoid any sudden spells or gameplay going on. It really did look like a regular college of sorts, minus the magic of course.

Today was the day dahlia would be saying goodbye to the life she had known for the previous 23 years of her life. Everything she held dear would soon be ripped away from her just so she could discover and learn more about her magic. She grew up in a magical oriented family, having powers was nothing new to her. However she hadn't anticipated having to go to novas university, her parents assuming they could just teach her everything since family-magic was a passed down trait. What none of them had anticipated nor planned for was Dahlia held healing abilities that had been dormant for generations. Having discovered that on a change encounter where her mom burned herself on a curling iron. Dahlia healing it within seconds without even realizing what she was doing. When her parents told her she was heading to novas she had a breakdown, she was furious. Dahlia didn't do well with change, she dreaded even the slightest change in routine. The whole week leading up to novas flowers had begun filling the house, every nook and cranny you can think of was filled with wildlife. And that fared no better today, infact, now that it was the day she was meant to be leaving it got worse, accidentally creating a barrier of plants at her door- now that was hard to explain. As her parents told her it was time to leave she huffed and grabbed her suitcase, slowly dragging it down the stairs with a grunt. Her parents tried to speak to her, but she just walked right past, not wanting to hear their explanations any more than she had to the past week. She shoved her suitcase in the trunk before getting in, putting her headphones in almost immediately. It wasn't like Dahlia was frustrated anymore, infact, she was scared, this was a big change, would she make friends? Do good with her studies? Were there extra curriculars she was expected to sign up for? All those questions weighed heavy on her mind the whole ride to the university. She was so caught up in her thoughts she didn't even know they

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were there until she felt an odd sensation pass though her body as they passed the threshold to the university, a shiver making its way down her spine as she looked through the front windshield at the building that lay just ahead. “Are you sure it's not too late to turn back?” She attempted to sway her parents, only being met with stern looks that made her shrink back into her seat. She sat there for a minute contemplating, but she figured the sooner she gets this done with the sooner she would stop feeling so anxious. So she slowly got out of the car, her eyes being pulled over to the field to the side where glow all was being played, a look of wonder in her eyes as she watched students effortlessly control it. Now that was something she could see herself being interested in, perhaps if they were holding tryouts she would make an attempt to get on the team. Her parents spoke from behind her, making her turn her head away, saying they had some things to sort out in the school so she was free to explore. She merely nodded at that, immediately making a beeline for the field so she could watch up close, but not before promising her parents she would come back to get her things before they left. She sat on the bleachers, letting her eyes trail over everything that was happening. Living around magic users her whole life she didn't suspect she could see anything she hadn't before. But this? Now this was new. She sat her purse on her lap, leaning forward a bit every time a new Druid would get the glowball. “This is incredible” she whispered to herself. @Fauna the Ewok

With a sharp exhale, Moon moved himself towards the bleachers, sitting away from the few other students who appeared to be grouped together watching the game as well as waiting for any news about their sudden invitation to the school. His blue-gray eyes focused on the sport in front of him. On the field, there were at least four players to a team. They wore gloves that had a faint glow about them, similar to the Glowball that was now hovering slightly above the center of the court. On either side of the court were goal posts that were enchanted. Looks like the premise of the game was similar to that of soccer or football: Get the ball to the opponents Goal Zone. Alright, let's see what they can do.. Moon thought to himself as the match began. One player closest to the ball gestured upwards slowly and the ball rose from it's spot. The shimmer of magic that sparkled with a trail as it rose up into the air only for it to move quickly to the left. Another student from the same team gestured for the ball to come towards them at a crazy speed only to twist the direction last second, launching the ball onto the opponents side of the court. "Come on, Ash! You got this!" shouted one student who stood by the bleachers next to Moon. The male student who currently had the Glowball turned his head slightly and grinned wide. "Match just started, Cal. Don't distract him" a quieter voice spoke next to the louder student. Ash had long blonde hair tied in a loose bun and hazel colored eyes. That grin of his was wiped off his face in mere seconds once his eyes were taken away from the game. The opposing team had cast some form of wind magic that sent the Glowball from their side hurdling straight towards the grinning idiot and hit him square in the back of the head. With a loud grunt, he fell face first into the grass and laid there. "Told you.." the quiet voice spoke again. The Glowball that had bounced off the back of Ash's head made it's way straight towards the goal

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posts, only to be deflected by what looked to be a physical manifestation of light. Ash forced himself onto his hands and knees, coughing up dirt and grass that found its way into his mouth during his tumble. Now sitting up on his knees, he wiped away the dirt, grass and even a small cut on the edge of his mouth from a rock before getting back onto his feet. "I see you wasted no time.." the golden-haired male grinned, turning back to the game. Moon only watched on as the game progressed. Watching the male whom he heard was named Ash basically running through the court with his teammates in tow. Casting light magic to deflect the Glowball and hit the Goal Post. A shimmer of magic burst out from the posts into the sky. His teammates came over to congratulate him. Though what they were talking about? Moon couldn't guess nor cared enough to know. However, just as he stood from the bleachers, he heard a voice that sounded almost as if they were speaking next to him. It seemed the other students could as well as they all stopped what they were doing to listen. "New students, I welcome you to the grounds of Novas. Please, join me near the Grand Hall.. I await to see all of your new faces!" The newer students who had arrived seemed both taken by surprise and confused. Some looked excited as if finally they're journey was about to begin. And it all started at the Grand Hall Entrance. By looking around, one could see the students who had been here for a while, one being Ash looked to be rounding up the new students. "So he's an upperclassman, eh?" Moon said to himself before slowly descending the bleacher steps and onto the grass to follow after the crowd of new students. @Eli