Fantasy Isekai OWIID: In Character

[Clouds]

PROLOGUE: The Startline​

Let’s start.

code by valen t.

cousins

2 years since the terrorist attack that stirred up the world Ostreo and its inhabitants. Chaos was introduced to people’s lives bound with the fear that seeped into their hearts. Creatures who lurked in the shadows slowly crawled out into the open, inducing their dark whispers into the hearts of the frail. In the deepest corners, the core of this all, was someone - or something - watching silently. Deep red eyes who lightened up under the radiance of the moon, fangs bared with a wicked smile, long fingernails painted in black leaving scratch marks on the brick walls and pure white hair which softly waved into the breeze that raced through the alleyways. A voice that was void of any sympatric emotions, echoing in even the most innocent of minds: ”Darkness is coming.” Crows flocked around the slums residences, the people who were the most easiest to manipulate in a man’s hand, playing them like marionettes, bound by his invisible strings.

〇 ◑ ⬤ ◐ 〇​

The doors of the Magic University opened up for the second year, introducing the experienced magicians and knights who trained these students in preparation for what was about to come next. Hair as black as the crows, ears decorated with several piercings in an elegant manner, contouring the frail features in her face, increasing her beauty even more. Crystal blue eyes soared over the silver gate aligned with lilacs and dahlias, giving the entrance just that bit more color which was needed. The courtyard was fully dressed in other flowers: irises surrounding the fountain right in the middle – in front of the main building; bird-of-paradise elegantly planted around the butterfly house; marigolds and roses in all colors were planted in the grass. Sniffing up the fresh air of the salty water surrounding the island, mixed in with the flowery scents.

Being unfamiliar with all this, yet not batting an eye over it as this was nothing to be nervous about. Slender fingers trailed over the flowery pattern as she entered the school domain. Her past of both another as her current life had reoccurred to her in the last two years, the trigger having been the loss of her beloved cousin. Eyes now as cold as ice which perfectly fit with the clear color tried to find the place where they had to be. Standing next to the fountain, which resembled a sea serpent, she waited patiently for Allan to arrive. They went on separate times as he had some errands to run before coming here. Sitting down on the edge as she let the water stream between her fingers which made her feel more at ease somehow, as if it took away some of the unnecessary thoughts that haunted her. If she could only stay like that, she felt like she could actually live for a little longer. Her eyes slowly closed themselves as she let herself be washed away.

A hand crept up her shoulder which made her turn her head towards that same direction. Gazing directly upon her oldest cousin called Allan, a faint smile – which hid the sadness in her heart away – managed to form upon her soft pink lips. A man was standing there, clearly older as he carried himself with confidence not due to arrogance but out of experience. His hands were clearly scarred from the fights he had gotten into, walking along in a mature demeanor which could captivate people. ”I’m here.” He said with a deep voice which was as smooth as perfectly tempered chocolate. Grey-ish eyes looking into his cousin’s which transformed in a fatherlier kind of gaze. Her smile made her seem just that more human which is what he wanted, the last thing he wanted for her was to be dragged down in the bottomless pit of the mind. Wrapping an arm around her shoulders as they made their way to the garden which was placed just behind the school building. Teachers were handing out bundles of documents which explained what they were going to tackle this year which wasn’t going to be of the easiest kind.

Allan took on two for the both of them before sitting down at the Victorian style garden tables and chairs colored in a broken white, gracing the garden even more than it already was. Some balloons of different kinds were released into the air as indication of the new start of the year, but also the time for people to decide what they truly wanted to do with their lives.

s e v e n pinnasina Charcoal_Lilly50 Slav Beann Cosmic_Chaos IG42 Femboy Captain Spooks Akudon

Spoiler: uncoded

2 years since the terrorist attack that stirred up the world Ostreo and its inhabitants. Chaos was introduced to people’s lives bound with the fear that seeped into their hearts. Creatures who lurked in the shadows slowly crawled out into the open, inducing their dark whispers into the hearts of the frail. In the deepest corners, the core of this all, was someone - or something - watching silently. Deep red eyes who lightened up under the radiance of the moon, fangs bared with a wicked smile, long fingernails painted in black leaving scratch marks on the brick walls and pure white hair which softly waved into the breeze that raced through the alleyways. A voice that was void of any sympatric emotions, echoing in even the most innocent of minds: ”Darkness is coming.” Crows flocked around the slums residences, the people who were the most easiest to manipulate in a man’s hand, playing them like marionettes, bound by his invisible strings.

〇 ◑ ⬤ ◐ 〇​

The doors of the Magic University opened up for the second year, introducing the experienced magicians and knights who trained these students in preparation for what was about to come next. Hair as black as the crows, ears decorated with several piercings in an elegant manner, contouring the frail features in her face, increasing her beauty even more. Crystal blue eyes soared over the silver gate aligned with lilacs and dahlias, giving the entrance just that bit more color which was needed. The courtyard was fully dressed in other flowers: irises surrounding the fountain right in the middle – in front of the main building; bird-of-paradise elegantly planted around the butterfly house; marigolds and roses in all colors were planted in the grass. Sniffing up the fresh air of the salty water surrounding the island, mixed in with the flowery scents.

Being unfamiliar with all this, yet not batting an eye over it as this was nothing to be nervous about. Slender fingers trailed over the flowery pattern as she entered the school domain. Her past of both another as her current life had reoccurred to her in the last two years, the trigger having been the loss of her beloved cousin. Eyes now as cold as ice which perfectly fit with the clear color tried to find the place where they had to be. Standing next to the fountain, which resembled a sea serpent, she waited patiently for Allan to arrive. They went on separate times as he had some errands to run before coming here. Sitting down on the edge as she let the water stream between her fingers which made her feel more at ease somehow, as if it took away some of the unnecessary thoughts that haunted her. If she could only stay like that, she felt like she could actually live for a little longer. Her eyes slowly closed themselves as she let herself be washed away.

A hand crept up her shoulder which made her turn her head towards that same direction. Gazing directly upon her oldest cousin called Allan, a faint smile – which hid the sadness in her heart away – managed to form upon her soft pink lips. A man was standing there, clearly older as he carried himself with confidence not due to arrogance but out of experience. His hands were clearly scarred from the fights he had gotten into, walking along in a mature demeanor which could captivate people. ”I’m here.” He said with a deep voice which was as smooth as perfectly tempered chocolate. Grey-ish eyes looking into his cousin’s which transformed in a fatherlier kind of gaze. Her smile made her seem just that more human which is what he wanted, the last thing he wanted for her was to be dragged down in the bottomless pit of the mind. Wrapping an arm around her shoulders as they made their way to the garden which was placed just behind the school building. Teachers were handing out bundles of documents which explained what they were going to tackle this year which wasn’t going to be of the easiest kind.

Allan took on two for the both of them before sitting down at the Victorian style garden tables and chairs colored in a broken white, gracing the garden even more than it already was. Some balloons of different kinds were released into the air as indication of the new start of the year, but also the time for people to decide what they truly wanted to do with their lives.

 

[Femboy]

Alice Lorewerth

After watching the opening of the university's doors, celebrations and other things, Alice found herself in a situation feeling completely different from how she did going to the Magic School for the first time. The things around didn't feel overwhelming to her but what she thought was going to be slightly underwhelmimg. She didn't really know what she expected but something didn't sit right with her mood, after seeing it her heart felt like it sunk as if she didn't want to be there as much as she thought she did. Perhaps the crowd was just sickening to her and she needed to go somewhere more calm, she already didn't like the idea of being involved with people, especially after what happened at the last School.

She had her mask covering her face, it wasn't her original mask but it was identical, wearing patterned robes primarily red with mixtures of black and gold covering her body. She was wearing a more-or-less average schoolgirl outfit underneath with a black skirt that almost reached her knees. Wearing a full kimono last time wasn't a pleasant experience at all, and it's not very helpful in a combat situation so she decided to go for something slicker and less restricting; it was also the first day so nothing should happen which needs her to take off the robe, she wasn't comfortable being seen that 'bare', and it was cold.

Essentially keeping her head down and weaving through the crowds, she quickly found where she wanted to go. It was the same place she went to first in the Magic School; the gardens. No people, no noise, no distractions, just pretty fauna and flora just like she likes. Fire doesn't exactly make you the best at cooperating with plants which is why she can sometimes feel on edge when around such attractive plant life, but she should be fine. She has no reason to use magic, and better yet, she has no reason to use her voice.

Levia Bayle

Levia only saw what she expected: just first day things. This was going to be the norm from now on, for the next two years. After pondering on her very brief time in the Magic School, she did have one thought about the whole experience. She didn't really enjoy it as much as she thought she would. The classes were pretty dull and mundane, the day was slow but the people are absolutely unbearable. Rich people, what was she thinking? People lose value in the things that truly matter once a little money or power gets to their heads, the people that actually run the country. The rich just get richer, and the others don't exist to them. She swears if some snooty rich douche does something deserving of a punch, she's doing it immediately.

It didn't take much effort for her to get anywhere, especially in a crowd. It's easy when people seem to walk around you all the time. Levia strayed away from everyone to head somewhere that was a little more secluded just so she could get a grasp on everything, pondering if there was actually anything new to the university that she would be interested in. She sighed softly as she sat with her back against a tree, able to see the front entrance of the university from where she was and where everyone was gathered celebrating.

 

[Charcoal_Lilly50]

Seraphina & Bramwell​

Tall silver gates adorn with flowers guarded the castle like University that would be home for the two siblings for the year. The gates were opened, welcoming students for the second time since its original opening the year prior. For the two of them though it'll be the first time either have come upon such a thing. Secluded on a lone island that all five countries agreed it would be built. A mutual location that they could all agree upon and were equally able to keep an eye on all the young adults attending. Without all the flora and decorations the building would probably seem more intimidating on the first day for the new students. While thankful and yearning to appreciate the floral arrangements that the staff had picked out, Seraphina merely gazed at them longingly from the outside. She wanted to enjoy this more, to fawn over each rose, each marigold, etc. But something inside of her was refraining her from doing so.

A firm yet gentle hand placed itself on the girl's shoulder, causing her to tilt her head back in order to look up at the source. Her dear brother. The two smiled gently at each other, "It's alright Sera, I'm right here," Bramwell uttered softly to his sister. Seraphina's honey colored gaze turned gentle as she reached up and placed a well manicured hand over his. His hand felt soft and warm, a sense of comfort washed over her as she leaned into him. "I don't know if I'm ready for this Bramwell," she whispered, smiling sadly up at him, "It's been two years since I've seen most of their faces. I'm not sure how any of them will feel seeing me again. I just feel really uneasy." Frowning the older boy couldn't help but to feel bad for his sibling, it was clear that she still felt guilty over what had happened. He understood why she felt how she did though as he worried over the same things almost to a tee. Putting some space between them for a moment Bramwell turned his sister around to face him. His hands planted on her shoulders, giving the a reassuring squeeze, and kneeling a bit so that they were on eye level. "I know that you're still upset even after these past two years, and I know that no matter how many times it gets said you're not ready to forgive yourself. But I want you to know Sera that no matter what any of them say, I'm in your corner." Seraphina smiled warmly at Bramwell before embracing him in a hug, "Thank you, Bramwell," she murmured softly before letting go. After he stood up straight the siblings gave each other a mutual nod, knowing what the other was thinking, before walking onto campus for the first time.

The two walked side by side as they entered the grounds, eyes glistening as they were overtaken by the vastness of the school. Bramwell more so than his sister as he had only been schooled privately at home before attending the University. "This place is so huge! I wonder how anyone is able to navigate through here with easy!" His amazed outburst got the attention of a few, but most Seraphina's embarrassment as she quickly looked down to avoid looks that people gave. As they continued to walk they were stopped by a teacher that was handing out packets that contained all the things students would need to know regarding the upcoming school year. Without second though Bramwell took two packets for the both of them before walking away with Seraphina. Glancing down at his sister he asked, "Do you want to take a seat somewhere? I hear they have a garden located on the grounds," a wishful grin on his face as he hoped his sister would agree. Alas he was met with the shake of her head, "Not at this moment. Perhaps later on in the day we can." She recalled Elijah telling her how much his cousin, lady Ellis, enjoyed spending time in gardens and being around plants. Seraphina wasn't ready to see the wind mage anytime soon, not yet at least. For she wasn't prepared to face her should they run into each other.

Bramwell pouted at his sister's remark, but quickly changed his demeanor to a more positive one. "Alright, we'll go check it out later!" At least she didn't deny him completely! The two then decided to sit on a bench in the main courtyard so that they could take a moment to relax as Seraphina answered her brother's questions about stowing her sword in her packed belongings and then laughing at how their mother didn't find it lady like. Suddenly the two were quiet as something had caught their attention. Eyes turning towards the sky as multi colored balloons were released into the air. It was a breathtaking sight, and watching them fly gave Seraphina a warm feeling in her heart as she wondered if this year would be different.




(Sera is Bramwell's nickname for his sister and is pronounced as Serr-uh or to better view it, Sarah)

 

[s e v e n]

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A short light haired girl stared back.

Upon the mirror, Viola hummed, her fingers playing around the ribbon in her hair. With one gentle tug, orange locks cascaded down her shoulders to her lower back. Taking a few steps back, she assessed her appearance, her skirt floating as she spun. This was a sight she missed, not a princess of Cedoria nor a mere half to a pair- this was her and only herself.

When she smiled, it was much bittersweet. Without a doubt she was very happy to see her friends again, to partake in boring classes that others would have groaned upon. Each days spent behind the palace walls were simply ticking down to the moment she could finally breathe fresh air once more. The warmth that would surge over her skin- oh, how she misses those amidst the everlasting winter paradise that is Cedoria.

Then again- would any of these meant anything without Noé by her side? She was not "his other half", but a fact was that they were only whole when they were together. How long should she fake her smiles until the mask on her face inevitably cracks? How much of her do people actually see, and how many are just theatrical lies made to fool everyone and herself?

A short light haired girl stared back, and this time she was no longer smiling.

She had said her goodbyes yesterday, and she did not think she could bear seeing her brother once more. She promised not to beg him to come with again- and for what? What choice does she have? He will be king, soon, that itself was decided. Her heart can only ache as she feels a part of her wither away. Her hands balled into fists next to her. All the laughs, all the smiles- a remnant of a distant memory she could no longer reach.

'Peep!' From inside her pocket, a little head poked out, eyes wide and body shaking. The girl laughed, petting the little sugar glider's head with the end of her finger. "At least I still have you, Tem-Tem."

Then a knock on the door was heard. When she allowed entrance, a figure of a man with silver hair slicked to the back, a monocle resting on one eye, stood in the doorway. A posture much too straight that his head bent slightly backwards, tail coat that swishes down his leg. A stern look, yet a kind man, one that Viola could almost call family was the mentor of their castle.

"Why, to what do I owe this pleasure, Sir Tilney?" The girl swung her bag across her shoulder, sliding her footwear in place. Most of her belongings had already been packed for her, out of sight and out of mind, despite her insistence on helping.

"Lady Viola," the older man greeted, and when he bent down, he had a warm smile that could melt even the coldest of hearts. "Your carriage awaits you. I suggest you to hurry."

"But I will miss you!" She leapt forward and wrapped her arms around the man, who seemed to be much too used to the occasion to be taken aback. He simply chuckled, placing his hand on top of her head. "Won't you too, Grandpa Tilney?"

"Of course I will," he replied.

"Take care of Noé while I'm gone, okay?"

"His Royal Highness?" Sir Tilney removed himself from her grasps, then lowered himself to his knees to be at level with the young girl. Her eyes was set on the floor, and tears were clinging by its edge. "But how would I, when you could do it yourself?"

"I..." she began to sob. But then she stopped. Viola gave him a final hug, a wave of her hands as she quickly ran down the corridors, sliding down the banisters of the staircase. Her heart raced without pause, and in her head questions flew yet she had caught none of them as she had single handedly pushed the heavy mahogany doors ajar.

And there he was. Standing there, his arms crossed across his chest and a book opened in one hand. For once, his eyes were not sunkened, nor were dark circles underneath them. Hair combed nicely to the side, secured by a tiny ribbon. When blue eyes shot up, there was no longer the distant look that it once possessed, instead it was sharp and controlled. Something she had not seen for a long time.

"What has taken you so long?" Noé had spoke, then sighed, shoving the book back in his satchel. "Weren't you the one excited for this yesterday? Take a little longer, will you, and I'd freeze to death."

Viola choked back tears and sniffled. Wiping her face with the back of her hand, she quickly rushed down the porch, jumping into his arms. As a result, they both toppled back to the ground. Indeed, just like old times.

"Noé!" She whined, and she could no longer hold back the tears in her eyes. She wiped her face on his shoulder, on his face, and everywhere. For a while she could only cry, and a cage in her heart had reopened. "I miss you, Noé!"

"Ew, what is wrong with you? Get your darn snotty face away from me," he whined as he tried to push her away. But then he simply smiled, burying his face back in her shoulder. "I miss you too, sister."

mood: back to school! | location: cedoria manor | tags: n/a

code: s e v e n

 

[Cosmic_Chaos]

Chris Kolasi​

For the 10th time the past week, Chris was listening to his parents trying to convince him to not go. They were alternating as he was getting ready to board the carriage. In the end, he just snapped.

“Mum! Dad! Please! I’m going to University, and you can’t convince me otherwise. I’ve made friends that I want to see, I managed to stay out of trouble last time something bad happened. I will be fine, so can you please just leave it? I have the Whip on me at all times, and I know how to use it.” He said and they did back off. If only slightly. He got in and smiled at his parents, who smiled back, his mother a bit more teary. He offers his pinky.

“I pinky promise I will be okay.” a promise with his mother, and the carriage was leaving. He finally relaxed and told the guy riding to pick someone up. The Carriage guy was someone who used to work as his butler and already knew Angelica’s residence. Angelica was already waiting with a patient smile as he opened the door.

“I’m surprised your parents let you leave.” She commented, getting in and sitting down. The carriage man put her bags with her and she smiled at her parents who were hesitant, but allowed it.the carriage left and Chris fell into her lap. Aka he sat on the floor of the carriage and had his head in her lap.

“Ugh! They’re so stressful!! You’re a prince, you’re our only son, we don’t want you hurt yeah yeah, I could die from breathing, doesn’t stop me.” He grumbled and Angelica simply petted his hair.

“I understand where you’re coming from, My parents also didn’t want me to go. I have to use their logic and that wasn’t fun.” they chuckled, and stayed that way until they got to the university. By then, they were both sitting on the seats and Chris bursted out.

“Oh! Being outside is so much better than benign stuck inside!” He sighed, and looked around. He saw people, redheads and green leaves. He looked at the plant, before grabbing some of the berries, only for his mouth to be filled with something that was distinctly not berries.

“I’m not letting you eat random stuff growing from the earth without knowing how bad it is first.” Angelica siad, taking the berries and putting them into a small pouch. She started pushing him towards the school, and he swallowed.

"Well if I can’t eat the berries then I suppose I should say hi to the fellow red-heads?” He suggested, earring a look of confusion and ran as soon as she realised who he was talking about.

“Noé! Viola!” He greeted, running up to them with open arms and practically hug-tacking the pair of them at once. He heard Angelica yelling at him to ‘put them down’ but he just hugged the twins tighter, laughing.

code by @Satanic Nightjar but reformated by Cosmic_Chaos

Spoiler: codeless

For the 10th time the past week, Chris was listening to his parents trying to convince him to not go. They were alternating as he was getting ready to board the carriage. In the end, he just snapped.

“Mum! Dad! Please! I’m going to University, and you can’t convince me otherwise. I’ve made friends that I want to see, I managed to stay out of trouble last time something bad happened. I will be fine, so can you please just leave it? I have the Whip on me at all times, and I know how to use it.” He said and they did back off. If only slightly. He got in and smiled at his parents, who smiled back, his mother a bit more teary. He offers his pinky.

“I pinky promise I will be okay.” a promise with his mother, and the carriage was leaving. He finally relaxed and told the guy riding to pick someone up. The Carriage guy was someone who used to work as his butler and already knew Angelica’s residence. Angelica was already waiting with a patient smile as he opened the door.

“I’m surprised your parents let you leave.” She commented, getting in and sitting down. The carriage man put her bags with her and she smiled at her parents who were hesitant, but allowed it.the carriage left and Chris fell into her lap. Aka he sat on the floor of the carriage and had his head in her lap.

“Ugh! They’re so stressful!! You’re a prince, you’re our only son, we don’t want you hurt yeah yeah, I could die from breathing, doesn’t stop me.” He grumbled and Angelica simply petted his hair.

“I understand where you’re coming from, My parents also didn’t want me to go. I have to use their logic and that wasn’t fun.” they chuckled, and stayed that way until they got to the university. By then, they were both sitting on the seats and Chris bursted out.

“Oh! Being outside is so much better than benign stuck inside!” He sighed, and looked around. He saw people, redheads and green leaves. He looked at the plant, before grabbing some of the berries, only for his mouth to be filled with something that was distinctly not berries.

“I’m not letting you eat random stuff growing from the earth without knowing how bad it is first.” angelica siad, taking the berries and putting them into a small pouch. She started pushing him towards the school, and he swallowed.

Well if I can’t eat the berries then I suppose I should say hi to the fellow red-heads?” He suggested, earring a look of confusion and ran as soon as she realised who he was talking about.

“Noé! Viola!” He greeted, running up to them with open arms and practically hug-tacking the pair of them at once. He heard Angelica yelling at him to ‘put them down’ but he just hugged the twins tighter, laughing.

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[IG42]

Galina Geas
Outside the university gates an ornate carriage pulled up and while a pair of footmen began unloading luggage a guard approached to assist the passenger but found that the plush interior was being wasted due to the lack of anyone inside. "Over here." A voice called from nearby with a touch of amusement where a young woman garbed in well threaded but practical riding gear with a long two-handed warhammer strapped to her back was sliding out of her saddle with practised ease, freeing her golden hair from it's tie she shook it loose. Craning her neck she gazed out at the ornate buildings with grey eyes that had acquired a touch of steel over the last couple of years.

The guard bustled over and extended a hand. "Excuse me...milady." He began and cast a slightly dubious glance at the spike extending from one side of the hammers head. "If I could see your credentials please?" When presented with a seal the guard quickly inclined his head respectfully. "Apologies Lady Geas, we've been told to tighten security for the opening ceremony." Galina nodded with a cool smile. "It's no trouble at all, I completely under-." She was cut off as her pegasus tossed his head and nudged her back impatiently. "Woah there Thistle, alright we'll go." Smiling brightly she put an arm around the chestnut animal's head and petted the white blaze running down his face. "You're such a brat aren't you?" She said fondly in spite of the wording making Thistle snort and shuffle his russet tinged wings.

Taking it upon herself to lead her mount to the stables Galina helped get Thistle settled into a stall, as her chosen name for the pegasus implied he had a prickly nature that rubbed many people the wrong way but that Galina found endearing. Closing the stall door behind her Galina had barely turned away when Thistle stuck his head out and whinnied loudly. "Oh stop it you." She said scratching at his nose watching with amusement as his lip twitched in response. "I'll be back to check on you later so at least try and behave." With a last grumpy snort Thistle let her go without further protest.

 

[Akudon]

Finally finishing his time at the Cathonian Magic Academy had been surprisingly difficult for Gyleon. Despite how most of his own actions were for the sake of the future, he was still lacking a concrete image as to what this goal actually was. He had achieved the grades he desired so, improved his magic to the point of awakening Ice magic, and managed to have a sense of new confidence and safety as a result of this. The most surprising thing he gained during that time was unexpectedly due his connections with others. Never having bothered himself with such things beyond a special few, when he did start opening his heart to others and taking in his surroundings more rather than only focusing ahead; he found himself able to appreciate his second life that much more and a feeling of calm he had never had up until that point.

As all good things do however, that time must also pass from his life. Thankfully before Gyleon could worry too much on what it was he wanted out of his life, he was given more time to decide by the 5 countries now opening the Magic university due to the dangers of the world. Though there was indeed an aspect of wanting to stall for time, that was not the only factor for his decision to attend. Gyleon was always willing to further improve and it seemed a very good idea with the current circumstances that the world was facing. Thankfully it didn't take long to convince his parents to allow him to attend. In reality; rather than convincing, it was more apt to say that they already knew that there was no persuading their son to go against what he has already decided. They already knew this from when he was young and also when the attack on the Cathonian Magic Academy occurred.

After a long journey, Gyleon eventually managed to make his was to the center of the island housing the Magic University with little issue. Even if not having any proof of the danger, there was a sense of unease due to being trapped on an island that was a training ground for the future defenders of this world. The Cathonian academy had been subject to an attack already, so who was to say that it would not happen again here. Whoever orchestrated the attack had gone quiet though and both the students and staff were more experienced and prepared than they had been the first time. The university also did well in relaxing the students with its warm welcome and beautiful appearance filled with flowers. Even if it was a little overplayed, the sentiment was still appreciated and of interest.

With the end of the welcoming ceremony, it seemed that Gyleon would have a majority of free time as of now. The crowd of students broke off to explore the sights of the academy or reunite with friends of old, perhaps even coming to meet ones of the future. As much as he had opened up, it seemed that one can not change their core however, Gyleon looking to find a more secluded area from the hustle and bustle after grabbing the pack of documents the teachers were handing out. Thankfully he did manage to greet some familiar faces before stuffing his face into reading the details of what was to come in his time here. Though already aware of it himself, his body proved that he was a man of habbit, guiding him to the beauty of the university's garden like he was those years ago.

"I suppose, i have more than enough time to prepare for everything." Gyleon thought to himself with a self ridiculing smirk once he became aware of what he was doing and his surroundings. He still wasn't the biggest fan of nature, namely the insects surrounding it and the difficulty of keeping clean in such places. He had however come to appreciate views such as this and the peace he could find as a result thanks to the assistance of a new friend with interests in such. With light steps that echoed within the peaceful serenity and a slight but gentle smile to accompany it, he felt as if he was in a world of his own as he enjoyed the multitude of colors and greenery. The only thing that reminded him otherwise was the rainbow of balloons lifting skyward to celebrate the arrival of the university's new year.

As he made his way in further however, Gyleon was met with a rather strange sight. A pair of of raven-haired nobles who's presence gave the clash of white furnishing and surrounding nature the impression of a work of art. This was not a strange sight in itself, any were free to come here such as himself. It was just that he had been struck by an odd sense of deja vu as he gazed upon the pair, more so when viewing the visage of the young woman of the two. Although he felt as if he had not met her before, the unintelligible whispers of his memories said otherwise. Though he reasoned it best not to intrude; especially in the case that he was wrong, the nagging of his mind propelled him towards the two.

With a slow and unsure gait and his gaze flickering between the two as he attempted to avoid staring at the young woman, Gyleon approached. "Um..Excuse me." He began with a wry smile that gave way to showing his discomfort. "I apologize if i am a nuisance or have interrupted but i must ask." he lowered his head slightly to accompany his apology as he focused his attention on the dark and cold young woman. "I'm not sure why i think so myself, but have we met before my lady? I am Gyleon Autic."

 

[Clouds]

Let’s start.

code by valen t.

cousins

Ellis looked upon the clear skies as it remembered her of the day that changed her for good. Slowly being carried away by the tranquil atmosphere that Allan caused to exist around her, however due to the relaxing state she resided in, her memories were given the chance to resurface once more.

〇 ◑ ⬤ ◐ 〇​

Not being able to remember the exact date but she knew that the temperature was feeling nice to her skin, a few cotton clouds were soaring above in the blue skies with the sounds of whispers echoing throughout the mesmerizing domain surrounding her. Remembering the husky voice which called out her name in the distance, revealing a man with a beautiful golden eye while the other was covered by a black eyepatch. Dark color of hair with a blue-ish shine neatly combed to compliment his already astounding facial features, waving lightly in the gentle breeze. They were having some small talk about school, mainly Ellis emptying what was in her heart to him which did wonders to her as he was only one of the few who made her as comfortable as possible. The gentle pat on her back which she received when she was finished and even the warm hugs she received whenever she was feeling down, bringing her onto the verge of tears spilling out. That was Elijah.

Then everything went complete white, so bright that she even had to squint her eyes in order to not be blinded. And then… the space filled up with snapping of branches, leaves crunching underneath their feet and hastened steps. The breathing would have slowed down by some while others went up the pace, a tense atmosphere was hanging heavily around her. Eventually the image became clear and there she was, standing in the midst of the enemies who were dressed in all black, masks covering their faces so they couldn’t be recognized. Her heart stopped as she looked around in a frantic, her cousin’s hand calming her down as he looked at her with a glance of reassurance. ”Everything will be fine. Trust me.” He whispered gently into her ear as his grip tightened just the slightest bit. Wavering eyes looked up at him as her angst was slowly going down as she knew she could trust his words. Nodding her head as she put her trust into him.

A cold-hearted voice started to speak out: ”This is nothing personal, but we can’t let your kings do whatever they want anymore.” A man - also dresses in completely black – who was carrying an umbrella lifted up his free hand, only his eyes which had the ruby red color yet with no light inside of them anymore. Just as he was about to give the sign, Elijah jumped in, leaving Ellis’ side within a blink of an eye. ”Run.” He exclaimed as a burst of wind pushed the students out of the enemy lines before releasing every single drop of mana inside of him. The enemies rushed towards him with weapons drawn out in order to stop him from going berserk but it was already too late.

Ellis was dragged away by one of the students who were present, completely in shock as she saw what happened to her beloved cousin. She felt helpless, cursing herself for not being able to do anything but to just watch on. Screaming out his name as she tried to struggle her way out of the grip of the student but nothing worked as her strength left her body. Upon running between the trees, she saw him for the last time with swords stuck inside of his back, his head hanging low as blood trickled down to the ground. Her vision then blurred due to the tears that streamed down her cheeks. Finding their way out was the hardest part as one could easily lose his way in it, almost as if their prayers were heard, white butterflies emerged from the darkest paths, guiding them the way to the light – their safe place.

After pushing through and following these little lights, the students managed to get back to the school building which was partially destroyed as walls were crumbling down. The butterflies disappeared once everyone was gathered up again, disappearing into nothingness once more.

〇 ◑ ⬤ ◐ 〇​

Ellis’ eyes shot back open as she heard the voice of Allan calling out to her in a worrisome tone of voice. She smiled lightly as she hid away the empty feeling that resided inside of her. Allan could merely sigh upon seeing her in this state, whispering to her: ”Perhaps it wasn’t a good idea to let you go to school after all… If you want we can go back home.” He proposed to her which was rejected almost instantly as she wanted to avoid being in that residence as it reminded her of Elijah who came to sleep over a majority of the time due to his parents travelling. Allan visited as well but not as much as he had a lot of stuff on his hands which resulted in their relationship being less close. Ellis held Allan’s hand, and just like Elijah did, she gave him a reassuring smile: ”I will be fine.” With reluctance Allan nodded as he couldn’t go against her for something trivial that he wasn’t even sure about, perhaps this was her way of coming to terms with the loss… Grey eyes rested upon the crowd that was forming in the garden place, filling up more and more with new and old students who came to get the piece of information of this school year.

Eyes flickered towards the new individual who entered their bubble, someone who wasn’t a complete stranger to Ellis herself. Allan just stared at the two as he didn’t want to interrupt a possible reunion which might help out the tormented soul of his cousin. A gentle look in her eyes graces her entire visage as she looked upon the male. ”Yes, we did.” She responded as her heart tightened for the slightest bit upon seeing an old acquaintance of hers, even if they hadn’t talked much in the past. ”My name is Ellis Landon, it’s nice to see you again.” She introduced herself before motioning her hand towards the other. ”This is Allan Belleville, my oldest cousin…” Her voice died out before she could continue what was floating in her mind. Allan caught onto it and nodded politely: ”I’m the brother of Elijah, hence why I might look a little familiar to you if you knew him.”

Akudon

Spoiler: Uncoded

Ellis looked upon the clear skies as it remembered her of the day that changed her for good. Slowly being carried away by the tranquil atmosphere that Allan caused to exist around her, however due to the relaxing state she resided in, her memories were given the chance to resurface once more.

〇 ◑ ⬤ ◐ 〇​

Not being able to remember the exact date but she knew that the temperature was feeling nice to her skin, a few cotton clouds were soaring above in the blue skies with the sounds of whispers echoing throughout the mesmerizing domain surrounding her. Remembering the husky voice which called out her name in the distance, revealing a man with a beautiful golden eye while the other was covered by a black eyepatch. Dark color of hair with a blue-ish shine neatly combed to compliment his already astounding facial features, waving lightly in the gentle breeze. They were having some small talk about school, mainly Ellis emptying what was in her heart to him which did wonders to her as he was only one of the few who made her as comfortable as possible. The gentle pat on her back which she received when she was finished and even the warm hugs she received whenever she was feeling down, bringing her onto the verge of tears spilling out. That was Elijah.

Then everything went complete white, so bright that she even had to squint her eyes in order to not be blinded. And then… the space filled up with snapping of branches, leaves crunching underneath their feet and hastened steps. The breathing would have slowed down by some while others went up the pace, a tense atmosphere was hanging heavily around her. Eventually the image became clear and there she was, standing in the midst of the enemies who were dressed in all black, masks covering their faces so they couldn’t be recognized. Her heart stopped as she looked around in a frantic, her cousin’s hand calming her down as he looked at her with a glance of reassurance. ”Everything will be fine. Trust me.” He whispered gently into her ear as his grip tightened just the slightest bit. Wavering eyes looked up at him as her angst was slowly going down as she knew she could trust his words. Nodding her head as she put her trust into him.

A cold-hearted voice started to speak out: ”This is nothing personal, but we can’t let your kings do whatever they want anymore.” A man - also dresses in completely black – who was carrying an umbrella lifted up his free hand, only his eyes which had the ruby red color yet with no light inside of them anymore. Just as he was about to give the sign, Elijah jumped in, leaving Ellis’ side within a blink of an eye. ”Run.” He exclaimed as a burst of wind pushed the students out of the enemy lines before releasing every single drop of mana inside of him. The enemies rushed towards him with weapons drawn out in order to stop him from going berserk but it was already too late.

Ellis was dragged away by one of the students who were present, completely in shock as she saw what happened to her beloved cousin. She felt helpless, cursing herself for not being able to do anything but to just watch on. Screaming out his name as she tried to struggle her way out of the grip of the student but nothing worked as her strength left her body. Upon running between the trees, she saw him for the last time with swords stuck inside of his back, his head hanging low as blood trickled down to the ground. Her vision then blurred due to the tears that streamed down her cheeks. Finding their way out was the hardest part as one could easily lose his way in it, almost as if their prayers were heard, white butterflies emerged from the darkest paths, guiding them the way to the light – their safe place.

After pushing through and following these little lights, the students managed to get back to the school building which was partially destroyed as walls were crumbling down. The butterflies disappeared once everyone was gathered up again, disappearing into nothingness once more.

〇 ◑ ⬤ ◐ 〇​

Ellis’ eyes shot back open as she heard the voice of Allan calling out to her in a worrisome tone of voice. She smiled lightly as she hid away the empty feeling that resided inside of her. Allan could merely sigh upon seeing her in this state, whispering to her: ”Perhaps it wasn’t a good idea to let you go to school after all… If you want we can go back home.” He proposed to her which was rejected almost instantly as she wanted to avoid being in that residence as it reminded her of Elijah who came to sleep over a majority of the time due to his parents travelling. Allan visited as well but not as much as he had a lot of stuff on his hands which resulted in their relationship being less close. Ellis held Allan’s hand, and just like Elijah did, she gave him a reassuring smile: ”I will be fine.” With reluctance Allan nodded as he couldn’t go against her for something trivial that he wasn’t even sure about, perhaps this was her way of coming to terms with the loss… Grey eyes rested upon the crowd that was forming in the garden place, filling up more and more with new and old students who came to get the piece of information of this school year.

Eyes flickered towards the new individual who entered their bubble, someone who wasn’t a complete stranger to Ellis herself. Allan just stared at the two as he didn’t want to interrupt a possible reunion which might help out the tormented soul of his cousin. A gentle look in her eyes graces her entire visage as she looked upon the male. ”Yes, we did.” She responded as her heart tightened for the slightest bit upon seeing an old acquaintance of hers, even if they hadn’t talked much in the past. ”My name is Ellis Landon, it’s nice to see you again.” She introduced herself before motioning her hand towards the other. ”This is Allan Belleville, my oldest cousin…” Her voice died out before she could continue what was floating in her mind. Allan caught onto it and nodded politely: ”I’m the brother of Elijah, hence why I might look a little familiar to you if you knew him.”

 

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