Thread: The Heart of the World -[Haru::Ironic]-

The morning air was crisp as it grazed against Zaras elegant tawny pelage. Time has undoubtedly passed quicker than she had anticipated. The day has finally arrived to set out on an assigned Trial that will be the tell-all to her future. The hallways grown to be chaotic as fellow cadets jumbled around for their last minute preparation sessions. Distress, apprehension, and tension an aura that was predictable for the moment. Zara would be dishonest if she said she didnt feel a dash of dread of what the Trial would bring her, but as onlookers were to peer over their shoulder to get a glance she would appear as if it were another day. Blue eyes that sparkled like a sea full of sequins was the only facial feature identified through her masked face . A bright red crisscrossed ribbon was securely strapped on her right thigh where an arrow quiver was placed. A side pocket on the quiver allowed for potions and various items to be placed inside. Zaras fingers outstretched to grip promisingly on her weapon of choice, a bow . A cape did its justice in cloaking her, granting her access to easily slip into the glooms if needed. The paved flooring snapped underneath her feet as she sauntered against it, her voluptuous hips and long tail swaying with each step. Zara was one in a million, being the first female anthro qualified on becoming a marvelous candidate for The Knights of the First Order, let alone a potential Magister. Very agile and quick to think, uncountable times has she astonished professors and cadets. With an outstanding love for the world that encompasses her, healing magic stood out like a sore thumb and became her secondary forte. Aside from Jaerth, Zara is the best known female healer alongside her incomparable archery talent. The job always got done when Zara was put to it. The hallway that led to the Trial room seemed to take longer than usual. By the passing minutes the day was becoming more real and the feeling of accomplishment was beginning to nestle inside but that would be false since the Trial still awaits. Setting foot into the boisterous room, Zara casted her eyes over the scene to see if anyone she favored would be partaking in todays events. A few stood out to her, but one student in particular immediately brought displeasure. Amarok. Theyve known each other since freshman year at the Academy, but once theyve had their first conversation the tension instantly raised. Very different beings with unalike interests and studies. As much as the two wanted to try and get along, nothing ever worked out which concluded to keeping their distances. Zara admired the wolf, though. Watching him from afar in training sessions she would focus on his agility, how he seized his sword with a sturdy hand, his stance, everything. Just by examining she has learned so much from him. Even going as far as admiring him. But his personality was distasteful and didnt sit well with her. Keeping to herself, she would quietly find a seat in the back. Digits gripped at the hood of her cape to lay it down against her shoulders, long thick strands of tresses released from their boundaries. Her black mask jerked down to display her desirable ruddy lips. Abruptly the area grew silent. Headmaster Ryze made his way towards the podium, hands clasped in front of himself with an aged tome in between them. Bowing his head down with eyes sealed it seemed he was in deep thought. All eyes focused on him, giving the elven Headmaster the upmost reverence. He placed his ancient hardcover on the lectern, licking his thumb and index finger to flip to the first page. Good evening, my precious young minds. It is a pleasure to be standing in front of you as I give you your final assessment. Ryzes green irises made their rounds to peer over everyone underneath him. The Trials that I have assigned to each individual and their partners has been well thought out and planned accordingly. There is no exchanging whatsoever. Breathing out through his widening nostrils he spun an additional page, clearing his throat once more. I will commence calling out the names of the allotted allies and giving them both their trial in secretive in my headquarters.