An educational system based on competitiveness implies an environment where students are constantly assessed and compared to each other. The academic pressure resulting from this system often translates into intimidating behaviors, with students bullying those who may not perform as well as them.
Yes, bullying.
There's no need to explain; we can use logical explanations or whatever nonsense the mainstream media says, but regardless of the location, year, or era, bullying will always exist. It's not a choice; it's just an acceptance.
People, regardless of race, will always have issues, either being the target or the one engaging in bullying, and this is no different in a magical academy.
Why does this happen? Because people are inherently bad, and even if they find an excuse for such behavior, the truth is that the world is a big mess with more mess piled on top.
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