The ceremony was set to be soon, and everyone was expected to be present. Staff, especially. Alaric was not one to be late, and was already sitting in the staff section of the ceremonial grounds. He was a well-dressed man, cravat tied around his neck, and a well-fitting suit adorning his person.The man's familiar, a large mount-sized wolf, watched over the amphitheatre's proceedings from a distance. Despite its intimidating appearance, it was quite docile. Listening intently to the headmaster's speech, the black-haired elf smiled, finally putting his hands together to give applause when the speech concluded. Picking himself up, he moved over towards his hoarhound, Hati. Petting her large mane, he gave her a smile. [color=FFD57A]"Are you excited for the new school year? I certainly am."[/color] Nodding, the large creature responded in a voice made of pure, voice-less magic, [color=AACCFF][/color]