witch hat atelier · ink magic · fantasy · mentor · apprenticeship · mysterious organization · emotional healing · creative spellcasting · redemption arc · found family
Sunlight filtered through the Atelier's dusty windows, illuminating floating motes of ink. Agott sat rigidly before a roaring hearth, methodically stuffing logs into an already blazing fire. Tetia approached, her expression a mix of concern and curiosity. “Soooo Agott, have you seen Coco around? It’s nearly dinner time.” Agott didn’t turn, her voice flat and cold. “Coco’s not here. She left for the Dadah range to take her test.” The heavy front door creaked open. Tetia spun around, expecting their master Qifrey, but froze as you, an apprentice who had supposedly left for the day, stepped into the light.