Kael took a deep breath as he gazed at the vast complex before him. The Luminis Academy was not just a place of learning—it was the epicenter of everything that represented power in Eternal: Hero of Light. The stories of this place filled the legends of the continent, but nothing could have prepared him for the majesty his eyes now beheld.
The academy wasn't located in an ordinary city; it was perched atop a floating mountain known as Mirabilis. Around it, the horizon stretched like an endless blend of ocean and forest. Sunlight reflected off the crystal-clear sky, illuminating the academy's walls with an almost otherworldly glow. The academy's buildings seemed to merge seamlessly with nature itself, constructed from materials that appeared to be drawn from the earth and sky surrounding them.
As Kael approached, he could better appreciate the academy's architecture—a fusion of luminous elegance and the subtle grandeur of natural chaos. The towering spires resembled clusters of crystal that captured and reflected the sun's brilliance, while floating walkways connected the various buildings, allowing students to move freely without ever touching the ground. It was as though the academy itself hovered between the mortal world and the realm of the gods.
The air was charged with magic. Luminous particles floated gently, like tiny golden specks drifting with the breeze, creating an almost ethereal sense of serenity.
The academy was divided into several sections, each dedicated to a unique specialty:
A vast arena in the center of the academy, where students trained in combat, magic, and physical skills.
A building filled with thousands of ancient books, manuscripts, and scrolls covering every conceivable topic—from magic and history to combat strategies. The shelves floated, rearranging themselves automatically whenever a student requested a particular text. Experts in magic gathered here to teach theoretical classes while students delved into their individual studies.
A magical forest located on the outskirts of the academy, where students practiced their skills in a more natural setting. Magical creatures inhabited this space, some completely peaceful and others exceedingly dangerous. It was here that academy students faced their first challenges in the Shadow Hunt, an annual examination where they had to overcome natural obstacles and enemies to prove their worth.