Arc 1 - Solart City
Present day Solart City, 741 PM (Post-Migration)
Spring has fallen upon the bustling city of Solart, the people are out enjoying the refreshing spring air which, on Somniet, it's about as good as it gets in this part of the universe. This time of year grade-schoolers are finishing up their final semester before their break. The Solart Academy is the most prestigious educational institute on the planet, accepting all students from the host city and other cities across Somniet that have high enough entry scores to attend. Most everyone from the host city of Solart gets accepted if they at least apply. The school is well staffed and takes pride in their academic prowess, but the free sword-skill program is what catches the eye of most students.
*Classroom 3-B (Third year, class 2)*
Bells rung throughout the classroom, marking the end of the class period.
Professor Masao: "Alright class is dismissed, but make sure to be prepared for your final exam next Monday. If you fail you will not meet the requirements to graduate!"
The 38 year old Professor Masao is the man in charge of class 3-B, and among students seems to be a favorite due to his lax personality and friendly attitude towards his students. He fits in as a cool uncle type of figure rather than a professor.
Masaki: "Seeya Mr. Masao!"
Kibe: "Later."
Arita: "Sure thing Mr. Masao."
As students started to exit the classroom Professor Masao pulled a couple to the side.
Prof. Masao: "Now, do you two know why I am holding you back?" The professor had a stern look on his face towards the two students. and Dawn Carter. Rhys, just as Dawn is, is now 18 years old and claims the title of Dawn's best friend.
Rhys: "No clue." He said as he scratched the back of his head with a nervous grin.
Dawn: Shaking his head with the same nervous look, "Not at all."
Prof. Masao: "You two have been spending too much time in the practice room. Surely your sword-skills are polished enough for the time being that you two can start to take school seriously. I do not want to fail either of you two."
Dawn and Rhys looked at each other, then back to Masao.
Rhys: "Sir with all do respect, we have been studying at home-"
Prof. Masao: "Just tell me that you two will not fail this exam."
The two students nod before walking out of the room. Masao then gives a long sigh before turning to his desk.
*3rd floor hallway*
Rhys: "Like we don't study enough. I'd say we are pretty balanced out!" he says while putting his hands behind his head.
As the two walk down the hallway, other students fill in the rest of the hallway having conversations or walking to the exit stairwells or elevators.
Dawn: "You know he's just trying to make sure we actually graduate, he is right to be concerned since we barely passed midterms.."
Rhys: He side-eyes Dawn, "But we passed... that is what really matters!"
A student waves to Rhys, and Rhys waves back. Rhys is very popular among most students at the academy for his kindness and good-looks.
Dawn: "Yeah, but barely. Maybe we should sk-"
Rhys: "If you are about to suggest we skip training, you might as well just go ahead and tell me you're quitting." Rhys said with intensity.
Dawn sighs as they begin to make their way down the main stairwell.
Dawn: "You know I want to practice just as much as you do, but we have all the time in the world to practice. This exam determines our future."
Rhys: "And practicing doesn't? We will never be able to make it outside of this planet if we don't know how to properly defend ourselves."
Dawn: "Yes, but we won't make it off the planet if we fail the exam."
Rhys: "I am going to practice regardless. You either join me today or don't, I will only get an advantage if you decide to go home early.." Rhys teases.
Dawn rolls his eyes as they both make it to the first floor.
*Sword and Combat practice room 1-F*
Dawn and Rhys both walk into the practice room, and Rhys smiles at Dawn with a look that screams I knew you would. As the two walk into the changing area to switch from their uniform to their practice clothing, they spot a familiar face; . Elias is a 16 year old student from class 1-C (year 1, class 3) he is a part of the friend group both Dawn and Rhys belong to. Rhys has short and thick blonde hair, with hazel colored eyes. He stands at 5'10 and has a skinny build, but he has a good bit of muscle to make up for it.
Elias: "Yo! Took you two long enough. I almost started to think you both gave up... or got too nervous to spar with me." Elias had a proud grin on his face.
Rhys walked over to Elias, looking down at him with a 5 inch height difference.
Rhys: "You'd best believe I would never be too nervous to kick your ass." He said with a jokingly evil tone and look on his face.
Elias stiffened as Rhys stood in front of him.
Elias: "Y-yeah!" He said as he started to chuckle nervously, "Forgive my stupidity, Rhys-Sensei~!" A salute followed his words.
Dawn stood in the back laughing at the two as he began to change into his practice clothing. Elias and Rhys then followed before the three made their way out onto the practice floor, grabbing a wooden katana each.