S1 E15: Shadow Being.
Than, Eldric again feels someone again inside tavern, He raised a gloved hand, signaling for silence, and whispered into his family's communications channel,
"It's in the tavern. Draven, you take the east flank. Katarina, scout the rooftops. There's no room for error tonight."
As Eldric and the others step inside, the air feels thick and oppressive, like a tangible weight pressing down on them. The flickering lanterns cast twisted shadows along the walls, which seem to slither and shift with every movement. A low whisper fills the room, a voice that drips with malice: "Draven blood... how sweet it must taste."
Eldric hand instinctively grazed the hilt of his silver dagger, engraved with ancient runes designed to drain a vampire's energy upon contact. His family had spent centuries honing their craft, and this hunt was no different. The village had been terrorized long enough. The voice is horrific like a ghost, deep and its laught echoing in tavern.
With a flick of his wrist, Eldric drew a crossbow from his back, its silver-tipped bolts glinting in the dim light.
Kataria Draven moved soundlessly in fog over rooftops, her boots making no noise on the weathered rooftops. She was dressed in dark leathers, and the sun stone of her family gleamed on her chest. Her sharp eyes looking the city, and a faint snarl escaped her lips as she caught sight of something moving in the fog below.
"Target confirmed," she whispered into her earpiece. "There's movement around the tavern. Two thralls guarding the perimeter. Likely under the vampire's control."
She swiftly notched an arrow into her bow, the silver arrowhead catching a glint of monlight. With a deep breath, she let it fly.
From the shadows steps the vampire, he catch the arrow and break it, its twisted form a dark, writhing mass, with wings curling outward like the hands of death itself. Its blood-red eyes meet Eldric's, and he feels a chill that cuts to his core. This is no ordinary vampire, it feels ancient, timeless, a creature of pure malevolence.
"You have no idea what you're up against," it hisses, a voice layered with a thousand voices. As Katarina prepares her dagger, she feels something wrap around her ankles the shadows themselves seem to coil up, clutching at her legs as if trying to pull her down.
With a cry, she breaks free and lunges, her dagger striking true. The vampire's blood drips onto the wooden floor, forming a symbol that pulses with life. Katarina stares, entranced, as visions flood her mind, an ancient, shadowy figure, a battle lost to history, and a world veiled in darkness.
As she get out of the blurness, she touches the blood, while touching she feels theres something beneath the wooden floor. Meanwhile, in history class. Professor take Auroras name. She doesnt like history and doesn't know anything. When she stand everyone looking at her. Waiting for laughing. Than she began,
"The Fairies: Tiny and inconsequential before, fairies were given the gift of intelligence and purpose by the dragons. They were now protectors of nature, able to harness its magic and defend the world's balance but the war of werewolf killed thousands of them." She gesturing on Andrew.
Andrew looking at her and with little sigh her exhale and up his right lip. Meanwhile, Sirela start laughing. Everyone looking at her, she was thinking everyone will laugh at her cuz she she was always wrong in history. But this time she was right.
Professor said "what, sirela ?" She replies "Nothing." With biting her upper lip.
"Now, Isabella". Professor order.
"Finally, the Witches were born. Through the dragons' magic, certain bloodlines began to manifest powers unique to their lineage. These witches were the only magical beings with the ability to control the arcane forces directly, and their magic became an essential part of the new world." She is catching Phillip's attaintion. Meanwhile, Felix looking at her with loving smile like his bond for Isabella is not just a childhood friend it's something else.
Professor said "very good". She start reading "As the world transformed from a savage wasteland into a land of incredible potential, the dragons established their rule. They named this world Mechatopia and crowned themselves the guardians of peace and order. From their bloodline came the Dragon Blood Witches, a powerful and unique species with unparalleled magical abilities. The dragons and their descendants ruled over Mecatopia as its kings and queens, forging the Dragon Castle, a grand citadel that stood as a symbol of unity and magic.
"You know, this Mecatopia Academy once a dragon castle and the founder of The Mecatopia Academy turn this castle into Academy. Which is now popular in our Mecatopia.
"Anybody knows who were the 5 Founders of Academy ?" She is looking at everyone,"this question always comes in your history paper." Than Isabella gulped an rise her hand. Professor says "Yes Miss Valeria".
Isabella replies " Lady Evelina Moonshadow, Lady Evelina was a powerful and wise witch renowned for her mastery of ancient spells and enchantments. She hailed from a long line of witches dedicated to preserving magical knowledge. She established the foundational magical curriculum and
designed many of the protective spells that safeguard the academy. Her enchanted artifacts and spellbooks are still used in classrooms today. The Moonshadow Tower, where Advance Spell classes are held, is named in her honor. Her portrait hangs in the grand library, watching over students
as they study her teachings.
"Very good miss Valeria". Professor Aria said. "Anybody ?"
Felix stand " Lord Thaddeus Ironclaw, he was a fierce and honorable werewolf warrior who played a crucial role in uniting various supernatural factions. His strength and bravery were legendary, and he was known for his unwavering sense of justice.
The Ironclaw Hall, where Defense Against the Dark Arts classes are held, is named after him. His statue stands guard at the entrance, a symbol of strength and protection."
"Anybody ?"
Sirela stand " Sirena SilverWave, she was a captivating siren with unparalleled control over water magic and a hypnotic voice that could calm even the fiercest storms. She was revered for her wisdom and compassion.
Sirena created the Enchanted Lake and the surrounding gardens, where students learn about water magic and nature. She also founded the school's healing arts program.
The Silverwave Gardens, a beautiful area for reflection and study, are named in her honor. A fountain featuring her likeness graces the center of the gardens,
inspiring tranquility and peace.
"Very good both" sirela blushing while looking at Felix, cuz she loves him since childhood, but felix smiling as a friend.
"Next Kai and Aurora".
Kai said "Archmage Eldric Thorne, Eldric was a brilliant wizard with a deep understanding of elemental magic and runes. He was known for his innovative spells and contributions to magical theory.
Eldric established the elemental magic curriculum and designed many of the intricate runes that protect the academy. He also built the Arcane Library, which houses rare and powerful magical texts.
The Thorne Library, a central repository of magical knowledge, bears his name. His portrait, holding an ancient tome, presides over the main reading hall.
Aurora begun "Queen Liora Starfire, Queen Liora was a radiant fairy queen with a strong connection to celestial magic and the natural world. Her leadership and grace united fairies and other magical beings.
Liora developed the school's astronomy and celestial magic programs. She also designed the Astral Observatory, where students study the stars and celestial events.
The Starfire Observatory, an awe-inspiring tower that reaches into the heavens, is named after her. Her portrait, surrounded by glowing orbs, adorns the entrance."
"Very good students". You all will get great Mark's in exams and finding a true Student of the year will become very complicated after seeing your learning abilities". She said.
Everyones clapping for them.
She begun, The Dragon Blooded Witches divided Mechatopia into six kingdoms, each ruled by a dragon-blooded king or queen. These kingdoms were:
Sylvari, A kingdom filled with dense forests and ancient trees, ruled by those who favored nature and its magic. Here, the Dragon Blood Witch "King Aegion I" The Dragon Fury. He maintained harmony with nature, protecting its balance.
Aequoralis, A coastal kingdom, tied to the seas and the sirens. "Queen Lysandra I"The Water Weaver', ensuring that the seas were safe and that the magic of the oceans remained under control.
Nocturnis, A shadowy kingdom ruled by vampires and creatures of the night. The dragon ruler "King Aegion II" The Balck Wyrm" here ensured that while vampires thrived, they lived in harmony with the other kingdoms, maintaining balance between the dark and light.
Tenebris, A kingdom that embraced the powers of darkness and mystery. The Dragon Blood ruler "King Dracos II" the rebuilder, studying forbidden magic and using it to protect the realm from external threats.
Arcane, The magical heart of Mechatopia, Arcane was where the most powerful magic users, particularly witches, resided. It was a kingdom of learning, with the Dragon Blood ruler "Queen Seraphina I" The Dragon Kiss' serving as teacher and guardians of all magical knowledge.
Faeloria, The kingdom of the fae, where fairies, nymphs, and other magical creatures lived. The dragon ruler "King Valyros I", The Deathborn Flame", here protected the whimsical and powerful magic of the fae, ensuring it was not misused.
"Professor Aria Luminara Luminara paying everyones attaintion, her subject is very intresting." She begun
"Under the leadership of the dragons and their descendants, Mecatopia was transformed from a wild and chaotic land into a magnificent world of magic, where supernatural beings coexisted in harmony. The dragons and their Dragon Blood Witches ruled fairly and wisely, creating a golden age of peace across the six kingdoms."
She said "Now, it's time to end the class. We will learn about "The Mystery Door" in our next class." Good Day everyone. She left the class.
While leaving the class Isabella lost in vision. Suddenly, she start seeing the group of dark sorceress, standing and talking "She has born, studying in mecatopia Adacdemy, we have to kill her before she activate her dragon powers". Their voice was very terrified and deep like a ghost. The vision faded and she back from it. She is breathing fast, than Lysandra ask "what's happen Isabella?" She pushes Lysandra, start running and left the room.
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