The following day, Jet found himself navigating the bustling streets of Neonera, his thoughts still entangled in the enigma of the Astral Institute. As he approached the towering entrance, he noticed familiar faces – Kai, his long-time companion, and Mai. "Hey, Jet, hey Kai!" Mai greeted him with a grin, her eyes reflecting a hidden sentiment.
Jet, pleasantly surprised to see them, managed a half-smile. "What's up, Mai? Kai?"
Kai, with a sandwich in hand and a nonchalant grin, shrugged. "Same old, same old. Ready for whatever this place has in store?"
Jet nodded, a blend of determination and scepticism in his eyes. "Yeah, let's see what this Astral Institute is all about."
As they entered together, the trio found themselves in a classroom among three others where their new sensei awaited. Tsuyuri Raiko, a laid-back figure, leaned back on his chair, a katana at his side. "Welcome, class. I'm Raiko, your sensei. Now I'm gonna be honest, I have a hangover, so let's make it quick, will ya?"
Jet, Mai, and Kai took their seats, the mysteries of the Astral Institute unfolding before them. Little did they know that their journey would lead them to secrets, challenges, and a destiny woven into the cosmic threads of Neonera.
As the introductions unfolded, Mai stepped forward with determination in her eyes. "I'm Mai," she began, her voice carrying a soothing resonance. "My gift lies in healing, but in battle, I wield telekinesis to control arrows with precision. This dagger," she continued, revealing the gleaming blade at her side, "becomes an ally in close combat."
Kai introduces himself while drinking a soda. "Kai here. I manipulate fire; my telekinetic ability is mediocre, but my ability and strength make up for it." The introductions continued
Jet, maintaining his air of mystery, took his turn. "I'm Jet," he said, his gaze holding the weight of the void. "Telekinesis is just the beginning. I control the void, a power that gives me the ability to enter and manipulate my own dimension and bring it to our world."
Sensei Raiko acknowledged their unique abilities, a nod of approval passing over his features. "Mai, Kai, Jet, you three will be a group– your skills are diverse. Embrace these gifts".
Next up is..
"Tanaka, Aiko Tanaka"
A voice echoes from the back
My ability is
Illusion Manipulation
I create and control illusions to deceive enemies' senses of sight and sound, using them for distraction, camouflage, and intelligence gathering.
Aiko has short silver hair and wears stealthy attire, blending into his surroundings as she plots his next move. Her keen eyes are always on the lookout for opportunities to use his illusions effectively.
She fights with a short dagger
Joining her are:
Kenji Sato: he moved with silent precision, a shadow in the fray. "I'm Kenji," he announced, "Magnetic manipulation is my ability
In battle, Kenji was an agile assassin, swiftly disarming foes and turning their weapons against them. With a flick of his wrist, he launched deadly projectiles or created impromptu shields from metal debris. His dark blue hair spiked with intensity, matched by his sleek, gadget-laden suit and insulated gloves—tools that amplified his lethal mastery of magnetic forces.
And
Takashi Yumi has a commanding presence with sharp, perceptive eyes that reflect her focused demeanour. Her dark hair is cut medium length and stays in bangs, framing her determined expression. She dresses in lightweight, tactical attire that facilitates swift movement and combat flexibility, adorned with subtle insignia of the resistance. Yumi wields a sturdy bo staff with finesse and precision, seamlessly integrating her energy manipulation abilities into swift strikes and powerful blows. In both close-quarters combat and strategic engagements, the bo staff serves as an extension of her capabilities, enhancing her agility and reach while maintaining a defensive edge.
The acknowledgement extended beyond the trio as Raiko's gaze encompassed the entire class. "Each of you brings a unique thread to this cosmic tapestry. Together, we shall explore the boundless possibilities that your combined talents can unlock.
1 hour later..
After talking and getting to know each other, Sensei Raiko thought it was time to assign them to their dorms,
In one room was Jet and Kai, in another was Kenji and Aiko, and in the last was
Mai and Yumi.
Everyone was happy with their placements and was ready to continue their life at the astral institute.
They returned to the class where Sensei Raiko told them to meet so they could head to the practice arena.
Everyone is eager and anxious to see what they will be doing, but they are frustrated because Sensei Raiko is late. Again, he runs down the hall, yelling for them to follow him.
Everyone is confused but follows swiftly, before they knew it they were in a futuristic training ground, everyone observes their surroundings in awe. Raiko slowly floats into the air while leaning back against a vibrational cushion. And loudly proclaims "come at me" CLASS 1C