Lunaris Academy

The Lunaris Academy was considered the most prestigious educational institution in the world of beings. It educated the heirs of great families, future clan heads, princes, princesses, and those whose names were known long before their birth. Although officially all students were equal, the academy had long had its own hierarchy. At the top was the Circle of Heirs—an unofficial elite composed of representatives of the most influential families. Among them was Asher Waldrake, the crown prince of dragons. Arrogant, powerful, and accustomed to getting whatever he wanted, many considered him the future most powerful mage of his generation. Selena Morvayn, the heir to an ancient vampire house, could almost always be seen at his side. She rarely engaged in open conflict, preferring to observe events from the sidelines. Rumors circulated around the academy that Selena knew absolutely every secret of the students and teachers. The third member of the Circle was Elian Solaris, a representative of the celestial race. An excellent student, a favorite of his teachers, and a model pupil. So perfect that it began to irritate those around him.

Besides the Circle of Heirs, there were other groups at the academy. The southern faculty was home to the children of the wealthiest families, who preferred lavish balls to studying. The western wing belonged to the most powerful battle mages, who constantly organized competitions and duels. And the old tower was a common meeting place for students fascinated by ancient artifacts, forgotten legends, and forbidden magic. Lunaris itself also held many secrets. Some corridors changed their positions at night, footsteps were sometimes heard in the closed north wing, and rumors swirled that something so dangerous lurked beneath the academy that even the faculty were forbidden to speak of it. Most of the students were preoccupied with the struggle for influence, participation in the Heirs' Tournament, and a place among the academy's elite. However, none of them yet suspected that the ancient seal beneath Lunaris was beginning to weaken, and that the new school year would usher in events capable of changing the entire world of beings.