Lance stood on the balcony of his new apartment, overlooking the student residential area. The room was spacious and well-furnished, a far cry from what he had been used to. Ember explored the space curiously, sniffing at the furniture and peering out the window.
Lance let out a deep breath, taking in the view. “We made it, Ember,” he said softly. “This is our new home.”
Ember barked in agreement, wagging his tail. The setting sun cast a warm glow over the campus, making the ancient stone buildings look even more majestic. Lance felt a surge of gratitude for the opportunity that lay before him.
After taking a moment to appreciate the view, Lance turned his attention to the stack of papers Krel had given him. He needed to fill out the course registration form and explore the campus to familiarize himself with his new environment. With two weeks until classes started, he had time to settle in and prepare.
Lance decided to head to the library first, where he could fill out the necessary forms and perhaps meet some of his future classmates. He picked up Ember’s leash and attached it to the pup’s collar. “Ready to go, Ember?” he asked.
Ember barked enthusiastically, and they made their way out of the apartment. Following the map Krel had provided, Lance navigated through the winding paths of the campus. The evening air was cool and refreshing, and he felt a sense of calm as he walked among the towering trees and well-maintained gardens.
The library was a grand building, its entrance adorned with intricate carvings depicting scenes of legendary mages and historical events. Lance pushed open the heavy doors and stepped inside, immediately struck by the sheer size and quiet grandeur of the place. Shelves upon shelves of books stretched up to the high ceilings, and the soft glow of magical lamps illuminated the space.
Lance approached the main desk, where a friendly-looking elf librarian greeted him. “Welcome to the Elderglen Library. How can I assist you?”
“I’m here to fill out my course registration form,” Lance replied, showing her the papers Krel had given him.
The librarian nodded, then looked at Lance’s student ID. “Ah, I see you’re a new student. You have access to the first floor of the library since you only know Tier 1 spells. As you learn higher-level spells, you will gain access to the lower floors.”
Lance nodded, understanding the structure. The librarian handed him a course guide and pointed him toward the study area on the second floor. “You’ll find the forms you need up there, along with tables and supplies for students. If you need any help, don’t hesitate to ask.”
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“Thank you,” Lance said, giving her a grateful smile. He made his way to the second floor, where several students were already seated at large wooden tables, engrossed in their work. He found an empty table and sat down, spreading out the paperwork in front of him.
Ember settled at his feet, content to rest while Lance worked. Lance carefully opened the course guide and began reading through the descriptions, setting aside the ones that interested him and putting others in the "later" pile.
**Alchemy-1000**
*A comprehensive guide to the basics of alchemy, including the history of alchemical processes, identifying magical elements, and practical applications.*
“Too many books,” Lance muttered, placing it in the later pile.
**Combat Technique-1000**
*Puts students against a comprehensive selection of monsters with techniques on how to counter them. Practical lessons and theory lessons push students to their limits to become proper wizards.*
“Sheesh, that's harsh!” Lance said, eyes wide as he set it aside for consideration.
**Force-1000**
*A comprehensive course on manipulating physical forces such as gravity, kinetic energy, and telekinesis. Students will learn to control and apply these forces in practical scenarios.*
“This could be useful,” Lance thought, marking it as a potential major.
**Illusions-1000**
*Covers the creation of illusions, from simple visual tricks to complex multi-sensory experiences. Students learn to manipulate perception and reality.*
Lance smiled, intrigued by the possibilities. “Keeping this one,” he said, marking it as a minor.
**Summoning-1000**
*Principles of summoning creatures and spirits, binding them to one’s will, and understanding the ethics and responsibilities involved.*
“Sounds interesting, but maybe later,” Lance decided, adding it to the later pile.
**Lightning-1200**
*An advanced course diving into the art of lightning magic, teaching students how to generate, control, and utilize electrical energy in various forms.*
“Not quite what I’m looking for,” Lance mused, setting it aside.
Lance read many more courses, but either they were not his type or would not help him.
After much deliberation, Lance checked Force-1000 as his major, Illusions-1000 as his first minor, and combat magic -1000 a course that specialised in altering the chemical properties and forms of matter as his second minor. Satisfied with his choices, he filled out the course registration form and gathered his things.
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Lance stood on the balcony of his new apartment, overlooking the student residential area. The room was spacious and well-furnished, a far cry from what he had been used to. Ember explored the space curiously, sniffing at the furniture and peering out the window.
Lance let out a deep breath, taking in the view. “We made it, Ember,” he said softly. “This is our new home.”
The challenges he had faced, the friends he had made, and the promise he had made to himself all led to this moment. With renewed determination and the gold from the dire wolf to support him, Lance was ready to embark on his journey at Elderglen Institute.