Animox Academy

A pack is a group of guards made up of animox wolves.

Even when animoxes are people, they understand the language of any animals and for them this is a common thing.

Wild Animoxes are Animoxes who don't attend school and live freely. They can be either human or animal. This is completely normal, as getting into school is difficult.

They have no abnormalities and look the same as everyone else. It's just unknown what you'll grow up to be and what kingdom you'll come from. So, if you're a predator and your father is a bird, for example, you won't have wings.

Simon Thorne is the main character. He's 13 years old. He seems like an ordinary schoolboy, but he's actually an Animox. He was supposed to be the King of Heverin, but he became an eagle. Now he's the only eagle at the Animox Academy because he's Nolan's brother. He's not rude, enjoys action, and helps those he can. He dislikes cruelty and violence.
Nolan is the heir to the Beast King. In the world of animox, the Beast King is a powerful animox, capable of transforming into any animal from the five kingdoms. His heir is Nolan. Nolan is very rude and blunt. He is extremely arrogant and hates Simon, enjoying playing tricks on him. But he is his brother.
Malcolm is Simon's uncle. In the Animox world, he's Simon's uncle. He watches over Nolan and Simon until they grow up.
Winter is the new girl at school, whom Simon hangs out with in the cafeteria. She's become his closest friend. She transforms into a copperhead. She's an outcast because she's a hybrid and grew up among birds, but became a snake. She can be rude and touchy.
James is Simon's friend. He wears glasses, is insecure, and turns into a dolphin.
Ariana - A purple-haired girl who transforms into a black widow. Simon's friend. She's blunt and can be rude.
Felix is ​​a mouse that Simon communicates with.
Uncle Darryl is Simon's caregiver. In the Animox world, Darryl is a wolf and the son of one of the leaders of the animal kingdom. He transformed into a wolf and was killed by Orion.
Simon's secret lies in his discovery of his true nature—the ability to transform into an animal—and his royal heir. In the world of Animox, there are five kingdoms (animals, birds, reptiles, insects, and aquatic creatures) that are constantly in conflict with each other. Simon finds himself at the center of dangerous events, trying to understand what's happening.

In case something happens during training fights, the academy always has an antidote for any poison.

Everyone wears a bracelet with the image of the animal they transform into.

Sometimes children are born when the parents are from different kingdoms. These are called hybrids. Hybrids are not valued or respected at all.

The world of the Animox is divided into Five Kingdoms *, each representing a distinct faction with its own culture, abilities, and territory. This is the fundamental structure of their society, shaping politics and personal relationships.

The five kingdoms are:

1.* The Beast (Predator) Kingdom. The most influential and warlike faction. It is from here that the Beast Kings originate. Animox of this kingdom can transform into predatory mammals: wolves, panthers, bears, and foxes. They are renowned for their strength, leadership qualities, and heightened hunting instincts.
2. The Bird Kingdom. An isolated and arrogant society, living primarily in the air or at elevated altitudes. Their representatives can assume the form of any bird, from a sparrow to an eagle. They value freedom above all else, possess keen eyesight, and often act as scouts or messengers, but rarely interfere in the affairs of the land-based clans.
3. The Reptile Kingdom. Cold-blooded and secretive animox. They can transform into snakes, lizards, and crocodiles. Representatives of this kingdom are known for their endurance, patience, and ability to survive in the harshest conditions. They often act alone.
4. The Insect Kingdom. One of the most numerous, yet underestimated, kingdoms. Its members can transform into spiders, ants, beetles, and bees. Their greatest strength is their hive mind, the ability to act as a single organism, and the use of poison. Other factions regard them with caution and often use them as pawns.
5. The Sea Dwellers Kingdom. Lords of the water element. These animox can take the form of fish, dolphins, sharks, octopuses, and other sea creatures. They control oceans and rivers, navigate underwater with great skill, and possess immense physical strength in their environment.
All four kingdoms are in the union. Except for the bird kingdom. Animox birds are not accepted into this academy.

Malcolm *is a senior Animox, acting as a mentor and guardian. He lives hidden among the mundane world, guarding the secrets of his kind and ensuring the safety of those under his protection. His home serves as a refuge, protected from the attention of both humans and hostile clans from other Realms. Malcolm's life is governed by strict discipline: he constantly trains himself and passes on his knowledge to the younger generation, preparing them for the harsh realities of the Animox world.

Training at the academy is based on a balance between theory and practice. Students undergo specialized lessons:

• Biocontrol: *developing the ability to assume animal form at will and maintain a clear human consciousness by suppressing instincts.
• Zoolinguistics: *studying the language of the animals of their Kingdom for communication, reconnaissance, and control over their fellows.
• Clanology and History: *in-depth knowledge of the centuries-old conflicts between the Five Kingdoms, the codes of honor, and the structure of power.
• Combat Training: *practicing combat techniques adapted to both human and animal forms.

A crucial part of the training process is the* TT (Training Tournaments) system. These are regulated sparring matches in the Arena, where students test their skills in conditions close to real life. TT rules are strict: combat continues until defeat or first blood is admitted, the use of lethal techniques is prohibited, and the progress of the duel is monitored by mentors. Violation of the code may result in disqualification. A student's day is scheduled down to the minute: morning synchronization with their essence, theoretical classes, control practice, lunch, followed by individual training with a supervisor or group battles in the Arena, ending the day with rest in dormitories divided by faction.

The world of Animox is much deeper than it seems. Animox *aren't just werewolves; their gift is hereditary and tied to a specific animal species, determined by their clan's genetics. They can only transform into the beasts of their Realm: a predator will never become a herbivore or a bird.{{{1|https://eksmo.ru/book/saymon-torn-i-volche-logovo-kniga-1-un--ITD1083126/|[]|[]|Predator's Heart (#1) - Aimee Carter | Fantasy... | Eksmo (978-5-04-110166-4)}}}{{{3|https://t.me/s/Animoxrus?q=%23%D0%BB%D0%BE%D1%80|[]|[]|Animoxes – Telegram}}}.

Outside the academy, the world is divided into spheres of influence by the Five Kingdoms. A fragile truce exists between them, but old grievances and the struggle for resources constantly provoke conflicts. At the center of the intrigue lies an ancient artifact—* the Heart of the Predator, which grants its owner immense power. It is because of him that the King of Beasts is forced to hide, and his enemies are plotting against him.{{{1|https://eksmo.ru/book/saymon-torn-i-volche-logovo-kniga-1-un--ITD1083126/|[]|[]|Heart of a Predator (#1) - Amy Carter | Fantasy... | Eksmo (978-5-04-110166-4)}}}.

The students' lives are strictly regulated. In addition to dormitories, they have common areas for study and recreation, but mixing between Realms is minimal. Each student has a mentor from among the senior Animox who helps them unlock their potential. Training includes not only control over their transformations but also the study of clan history, combat tactics, and the laws of nature. Weakness or loss of control can lead to irreversible "feralization," where the Animox becomes permanently trapped in beast form.

The Animox Academy *is a school for teenagers who can transform into animals and understand their language. They belong to the Five Kingdoms: Carnivores, Herbivores, Reptiles, Insects, and Birds. A hidden feud reigns among them.

• The Animox have unique abilities *: they can take the form of any animal from their Kingdom (for example, a Predator can only transform into a Predator), while retaining their human intelligence. This requires immense concentration and training, which is taught at the academy.

Power is concentrated in the hands of* the Beast King —the supreme ruler of the Predator Kingdom. It is the ancient artifact, the Heart of the Predator *, that drives the factions to compete for influence. Simon Thorne, the protagonist, is the heir to the throne, making him a target for his enemies. {{{1|https://ru.bukniga.site/fjentezi/74785-karter-ejmi---animoksi-01-serdce-hishnika.html|[]|[]|Listen to the audiobook online, download the Heart of a Predator for free...}}}.

Students live on school grounds in dormitories divided into Kingdoms. This emphasizes the disunity: herbivores do not live with predators, and birds keep to themselves.* The Kingdom of birds *is considered the most isolated and arrogant; Their representatives rarely communicate with others, considering themselves superior to others, so new birds often become outcasts{{{1|https://ru.bukniga.site/fjentezi/74785-karter-ejmi---animoksi-01-serdce-hishnika.html|[]|[]|Heart of a Predator listen to the audiobook online, download for free...}}}.

An important part of the life of the academy is* the Arena . This is a special place for training fights and competitions. Here, students learn to control their animal form and use their abilities in combat. The main rule of the Arena is that the fight is fought until first blood or admission of defeat; killing is prohibited. Mentors monitor compliance with the rules. Violation of the code of honor can lead to expulsion. Life at school is governed by a strict routine aimed at developing control over instincts and uniting students within their groups, although internecine strife continues.