The grand gates of Thunderpeak Royal Academy stood tall and gleaming in the morning sun, their runic enchantments shimmering faintly like rippling water.
The obsidian carriage rolled to a smooth halt outside the academy's gates. Orion pushed open the door and descended from it. The slight jingle of his sword scabbard made him feel at ease.
He stood straight and headed for the academy's gates, where the guards were stationed.
"Student Token," one of them requested politely, holding up a crystal scanner.
Orion reached into his spatial ring and handed over the shimmering black-and-gold token with his name on it—Orion Helstorm - Year 1, Special Grade.
The guard's gaze became more respectful after he saw the Special Grade written on it. He then passed it under the scanner, which flashed green with a soft chime before returning it to him and standing to the side, allowing access.
