Elemental Academy
Story:
Many claim that nature is unaware of humanity. That it is not a true 'person' as the narrow minded believe it to be. Those are the scum of this world that treat the elements as slaves to their own hubris instead of partners. Wars have been fought over humans destructive prowess where the world is concerned.
Very few, however, realize that there was a time many years ago when primal forces fought against us. Disasters claimed whole civilizations overnight. The elementals rose from their native planes to wage war, to teach us, and nearly won. On the brink of extinction thousands of years ago a deal was struck. The gifted few were born capable of understanding the elements, to be the guardians of these aspects, and the shepards of new generations.
Gifted with control over one core element; Light, Wind, Fire, Water, Earth.
From the ashes of strife and war came a partnership unique to our world alone. Individuals had learned to respect and guide nature instead of spitting upon the soil as we destroyed whole mountains and lakes for vanity.
Guided by those that came before, a community was born. This tribe swelled to the ranks of hundreds, to thousands, and spanned from humanities darkest ages of history into the present. Few remember them, few care at all really, but the duty of the next generations remain the same. Learn your powers, control them, and walk in harmony with it.
The idealism of the past has changed with time. Control of the elements is seen as a plague, unnatural and sought out by the ungifted to be destroyed. But we mean no harm to them as they do us.
Our home, the greatest academy on Earth, dedicated to the growth of youth and life, has been molded from the stone of a lone mountain. The exact location is unknown to many but a select few. You are brought to this wonderous home of the elements by those very beings. Called by the winds, drawn from the sea, the earth shifts, and the light and warm guide your steps.
Despite the obvious need for secrecy this place is not self sustained entirely. Advancements in the world have reached it time and time again. Graduates find ways to send nearly anything you can find under the sun to their cherished school to aid those that come after their time is done. Food, clothing, seeds, electronics, anything to help the cause and help the peaceful way of life.
The school itself is gargantuan. The main dormitory can host nearly 700 people at any given time, with rooms split evenly between both genders, with private rooms above or even below ground as some prefer.
The main grounds of the school is referred to as the tower which consists of multiple floors reaching high into the sky.
The first floor is dedicated to the raw talents. Those who have not attained a elemental calling.
The basement is given to students of Earth, deep into the ground they can feel the thrum of the earths heart beat through stone and soil. On the perimiter of the schoolgrounds in clusters are various gardens, fields, and even a jungle. The mountain itself is the home of all who accept her teachings.
The top floor, practically the roof, is for those who savor the thrill of the wind. High in the sky you can soar from the rooftops about the bustling streets of the academy, more akin to a city than a school. From your lofty perch the howl of of the summer winds echo in your soul, even as the gentle breeze whispers its secrets.
Students drawn to the flame, the all powerful element of destruction, have their own building entirely dedicated to it. A cathedral of sorts, this imposing building is the furthest from the main school buildings. From midday to late afternoon it lays in the hot sun. It is here that students gather to practice their control safely and under the watchful eye of their peers.
Students of the light have no classroom to call their own. The entire school is theirs as the teachers see fit, from the darknest caves to the brigthest fields. Inspiration comes from many places.
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Teachers
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As the title would suggest, the job of these individuals is to teach. Teach what? Whatever you want, really.
More to come if more interest is shown. Questions, ideas, etc, feel free to ask?
Story:
Many claim that nature is unaware of humanity. That it is not a true 'person' as the narrow minded believe it to be. Those are the scum of this world that treat the elements as slaves to their own hubris instead of partners. Wars have been fought over humans destructive prowess where the world is concerned.
Very few, however, realize that there was a time many years ago when primal forces fought against us. Disasters claimed whole civilizations overnight. The elementals rose from their native planes to wage war, to teach us, and nearly won. On the brink of extinction thousands of years ago a deal was struck. The gifted few were born capable of understanding the elements, to be the guardians of these aspects, and the shepards of new generations.
Gifted with control over one core element; Light, Wind, Fire, Water, Earth.
From the ashes of strife and war came a partnership unique to our world alone. Individuals had learned to respect and guide nature instead of spitting upon the soil as we destroyed whole mountains and lakes for vanity.
Guided by those that came before, a community was born. This tribe swelled to the ranks of hundreds, to thousands, and spanned from humanities darkest ages of history into the present. Few remember them, few care at all really, but the duty of the next generations remain the same. Learn your powers, control them, and walk in harmony with it.
The idealism of the past has changed with time. Control of the elements is seen as a plague, unnatural and sought out by the ungifted to be destroyed. But we mean no harm to them as they do us.
Our home, the greatest academy on Earth, dedicated to the growth of youth and life, has been molded from the stone of a lone mountain. The exact location is unknown to many but a select few. You are brought to this wonderous home of the elements by those very beings. Called by the winds, drawn from the sea, the earth shifts, and the light and warm guide your steps.
Despite the obvious need for secrecy this place is not self sustained entirely. Advancements in the world have reached it time and time again. Graduates find ways to send nearly anything you can find under the sun to their cherished school to aid those that come after their time is done. Food, clothing, seeds, electronics, anything to help the cause and help the peaceful way of life.
The school itself is gargantuan. The main dormitory can host nearly 700 people at any given time, with rooms split evenly between both genders, with private rooms above or even below ground as some prefer.
The main grounds of the school is referred to as the tower which consists of multiple floors reaching high into the sky.
The first floor is dedicated to the raw talents. Those who have not attained a elemental calling.
The basement is given to students of Earth, deep into the ground they can feel the thrum of the earths heart beat through stone and soil. On the perimiter of the schoolgrounds in clusters are various gardens, fields, and even a jungle. The mountain itself is the home of all who accept her teachings.
The top floor, practically the roof, is for those who savor the thrill of the wind. High in the sky you can soar from the rooftops about the bustling streets of the academy, more akin to a city than a school. From your lofty perch the howl of of the summer winds echo in your soul, even as the gentle breeze whispers its secrets.
Students drawn to the flame, the all powerful element of destruction, have their own building entirely dedicated to it. A cathedral of sorts, this imposing building is the furthest from the main school buildings. From midday to late afternoon it lays in the hot sun. It is here that students gather to practice their control safely and under the watchful eye of their peers.
Students of the light have no classroom to call their own. The entire school is theirs as the teachers see fit, from the darknest caves to the brigthest fields. Inspiration comes from many places.
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Teachers
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As the title would suggest, the job of these individuals is to teach. Teach what? Whatever you want, really.
More to come if more interest is shown. Questions, ideas, etc, feel free to ask?
