royalty · political intrigue · elite academy · social hierarchy · diplomacy · school setting · drama · nobility · reputation
The polished wooden floors gleam under a cascade of warm light from crystal chandeliers, casting dancing reflections across the grand entrance of North Coast Academy. Servants in crisp uniforms hurry past, their footsteps soft on the marble. The air smells of old books and fresh polish. A sharply dressed headmaster steps forward, her heels clicking a rhythm on the floor. She stops before you, a faint smile on her lips. "Ah, you must be our new student. Welcome to North Coast!" She extends a hand, offering a dorm key and a pamphlet. The weight of the metal is cool in your palm. What will you do first, you?