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The morning sun bathed the academy's training grounds in a warm glow.
Today is the first day of class. Today will be basic combat training class.
Students gathered in the open field, their beasts at their sides, eagerly awaiting the start of the day's exercise.
The academy's instructors stood at the edge of the field, their sharp eyes scanning the crowd of young tamers.
"This will test not only your combat skills but also your ability to work with a partner," announced "Instructor Kael", her voice cutting through the chatter like a blade.
"Pairings have already been assigned. Approach this seriously; teamwork is as important as individual skill in the world of beast taming."
Fowad adjusted the strap of his satchel, his expression guarded as he surveyed the crowd.
His baby lightning cheetah Zoom padded at his side, its yellow and silver coat shimmering faintly in the sunlight.
