The Enchanted Warriors (Dragon Riders AU)

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As the boys grasped the letter, a soft, melodic hum filled the air, as though the very room had awakened to the presence of magic. The parchment shimmered in their hands, casting a gentle golden light that flickered and danced across the walls, illuminating every corner with an ethereal glow. It was as if the letter itself held the warmth of a thousand suns, breathing life into the atmosphere.

Slowly, the wax seal bearing the crest of Drakonius Academy began to dissolve-not in heat, but in a swirling cascade of sparkling mist, rising like smoke and vanishing into the air like a dream that fades with the dawn. The boys watched, wide-eyed, as the enchanting transformation unfolded before them.

The letter unfurled itself as if guided by an unseen force. Strange, swirling symbols appeared, glowing softly as they twisted and turned across the parchment. For a brief moment, they resembled ancient dragon script-mysterious and beautiful-before shifting seamlessly into clear, elegant writing, effortlessly understandable. Each stroke of the letters seemed alive, pulsing with the magic of ages past.

A gentle breeze stirred around them, lifting the strands of their hair and rustling the leaves of nearby plants, though no window was open to let it in. The parchment floated before them, suspended in midair, radiating an aura of importance. The words glimmered faintly, shimmering with a quiet authority that seemed to resonate in their hearts.

It did not speak aloud, yet the message filled their minds like a whisper on the wind, clear and undeniable-an invitation from the ancient dragons themselves. The room felt charged with anticipation, as if the walls held their breath, waiting for the boys to understand the significance of what lay before them. Each word pulsed with the promise of adventure and destiny, drawing them into the world of Drakonius Academy, where magic and wonder awaited.

****"To the Chosen Ones"****

We are pleased to inform you that you have been selected for enrollment at Dracarys Academy, an institution where only those chosen by the dragons themselves may attend. By the will of the Elder Dragons and the spirit of Drakonius, where only the worthy are called. Your bond with your dragons signifies your destined path.

Your journey will begin on the first of the next moon. Enclosed with this letter are your travel tickets, which will grant you passage to the Sanctuary of Embers. Present these tickets at Elders gate, where a special portal will transport you directly to the academy ground. Prepare yourselves, for your journey to the Sanctuary of Embers begins. We request your presence at 'Utopia' by '8 PM' Please note, you are required to bring the following items to assist you in your training.

First light on the fifth day of the Harvest Moon. We eagerly await your arrival and are confident your talents will contribute greatly to the academy. Remember, your dragons will guide you, Attached to this letter are your travel tickets. Keep them safe, for they are enchanted and will only work for you. Yours sincerely,

Elder Dragon
Athena willow
Deputy Headmistress

****By the Flame Eternal,
The Elder Dragons"****

As the boys gathered in the room, the air buzzed with a strange mix of excitement and confusion. Each of them held a glowing letter, their fingers brushing the shimmering parchment as if they couldn't quite believe what they were reading. The soft golden light from the letters cast flickering shadows on the walls, making the atmosphere feel even more surreal.