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Phoenix Chronicles

Chapter 2: Welcome to the Academy

Several days has past and Wolf was on the maglev train, heading for the Academy. Each of cadets that are with him were wearing their uniforms that was sent by the Academy to wear as part of their dress uniform they will be wearing while they study and train to become a member of the Elites. When the Maglev train stopped and the cadets steps out of the train, they were directed to meet in the main hall and placed into the group they will be in for the rest of their stay in the Academy.

Wolf was surprised that the friends he made when they were in the recruitment office where in the same group as he was, including Matt. As they were lined up, he could see Headmaster Toshiro standing in front of the new recruits with several staff members behind him, standing in ‘parade rest’ stance.

Toshiro looks at the new cadets that will be joining the Academy as he walk forward a bit before speaking up to give his speech.

“Welcome Cadets, to the Elite Academy. Here, you will be trained and learn the ways of the Elites. To become to next protectors and peacekeepers of the Elites and the galaxy. Not all of you will become soldiers of the Elites, some of you will be a part of support roles to which are important like any other roles in the Elites. You came here as novices, however once you complete your training here in the Academy; You will come out as an Elite.”

As the Headmaster finish up his speech to the Elites, Wolf listens as he stand at attention with the ones he met yesterday behind him. Before his mind wanders a bit as to why and the others he met yesterday were all in the same group when Headmaster Toshiro spoke again.

“Now, the group you are in now will become your squadmates from here on out. You will be room together, you will be training together as well as your individual training to a tee, and you will work as a team. The guardsmen will escort each group to their assigned quarters, where you will be living for the rest of your training here in the Academy.”

Once the Headmaster dismissed the cadets, he left with the other members of the Academy staff back to their offices while the Guardsmen took each group of cadets, one by one, to their assign quarters.

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Once the group Wolf was in arrived to their quarters, they began to look around their new home for the course of their training. Each quarters have a living space, kitchen, two bedrooms, a bathroom, a locker room that acted as a foyer, and even an office; everything cadets needed to feel like home while they are training to become the next defenders of peace. After looking around their quarter, they went over to the lockers to examine what they would be wearing during their time in the Academy. Inside was their assign gear, their Academy dress uniform, and items needed to maintain their gear and uniform. Along with the everything else, on the inside of the locker door, was the schedule for each of them for their assigned classes as well as a group training course at the end of each week.

Inside Wolf’s locker, he notice that the gear he has was not like the gear the others have, which represent the classes they are assigned to. There wasn’t anything the would separate from the other classes; though there were several things that does stand out about the gear Wolf have. Along with a combat vest, belt with pouches, pants, and a black jumpsuit; there were also a set of arm and leg armor plates, a knife in its holster, a patrol cap, and a visor.

Fox, who was examining his Rifleman gear, looks over to Wolf’s locker since it was next to him and notices the odd gear. “What type of gear is that? That isn’t standard Elite gear”, He asked.

“I have no idea. never seen this type before”, Wolf replied as he took out the knife that was in its holster.

“Because I specially commission that gear for you son.”

All eyes turn to entrance to see Admiral Scotty standing in the doorway with a pair of Royal Sentinels flanking him, wearing decorative robes, helmet, mask, and holding a decorative spear. While the others stood at attention and saluted to the Admiral and Founder, Wolf simple looks over to this father while still holding the knife.

The Lupin Founder smiled as he walk over to his son then place his hand on Wolf’s shoulder. “I had it made because I believe that you should have your own gear; however”, He paused as he took the knife out of his hands and held it up, “This knife here is something that you should have.”

“You don’t mean”, Wolf began as he already knows what the knife is.

“Yes. The Lupin Warrior Knife, passed down from generation to generation in our family. Now its time for me to hand down this sacred knife to you son. May the warrior spirit watch over you and lend its strength in times of need.”

“Thank you father. I won’t let you down”, Wolf said as he took the knife back from his father.

Admiral Scotty looks back to the others and salutes back. “I hope to see you all perform well during your time in the academy.” and with that, he departed with his Royal Sentinel guards. As he left, the others soon relaxed as they were completely shock at what they have just saw.

“Whoa… am I the only one who is completely shocked at who came to see us”, Dog asked the others as he started to get excited at the visit of the fame Lupin Admiral.

“Just you Dog…” Bear replied in a gruffed tone as he start to get into his Heavy Assaulter gear for his upcoming class.

Dog look back to Bear with an annoyed look on his face. “You weren’t at least not surprised by the visit?”

“Dog, he came to see Wolf; though he did recognize us and wish us well”, Bluejay said as she grab her gear and headed into the bathroom to change from her uniform to her Medic gear.

Wolf soon began to take off his uniform to get change into his own gear with the others. After sometime, the group soon were in their assign gear and was ready to head for their assigned classes. Matt, who was also apart of the group seem to be the odd one out as he didn’t have no combat gear in his locker, only a white jacket, a datapad, and a comm. device.

“Where’s your combat gear”, Hawk asked as he was next to Matt’s locker.

Matt looks over to Hawk as he grab his datapad out of the locker and closed it. “Oh, I don’t need them; I’m actually enrolled in the Strategic and Tactics class since it was what I wanted to enrolled in.”

“Interesting, I take it you have a huge interest in that type of field”, Fox asked as he closed his locker just as Bluejay came out of the bathroom, with her gear on and her uniform drape over her arm.

“Well, yeah. I mean, I did help organize defensives for Haven’s Militia from bands of bandits; though when I heard about the Elites Academy, I jumped at the chance and here I am.”

“How about after our classes we talk about each other more at the Cafeteria during supper”, Dog said as he was ready to get started.

“Alright…” Bear said as he closed his quite hard and left the room first, ready to get the first day over.

The others followed, all ready to get their training started and begin their journey as Elites.

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Meanwhile, in Headmaster Toshiro’s office, the head of the Academy was looking through many lists from those that attended their classes and supplies being requested by the Instructors. As he was finish reading the request from the maintenance officer when he heard a knock on the door. Before Toshiro’s could answer, the door opens to reveal Admiral Scotty and his two Royal Sentinels flanking him. Toshiro smiled calmly as he stood up from his chair and salute to him.

“Admiral Scotty; I wasn’t expecting you to visit the Academy.”

Scotty nodded as he saluted Toshiro back and said, “I like to surprise those that aren’t expecting anything.”

Toshiro smiled at the comment. “You’ve always like doing that. Though in your case, if I remember you saying back when were General, you were making sure that the soldiers are on their toes all the time.”

The Lupine Admiral smirk as he walk over then took a seat in a chair in front of Toshiro’s desk. “Well in times of war, one must remain alert at all times.”

“I could not agree with you more”, the Headmaster fox said as he too took his seat behind his desk.

“Yes, and if I remember correctly; you were my assistant and comrade when we would go into battle.”

“I remember those days very well friend. Though you’re now the Admiral and the Founder of the Elites and I am the Headmaster of the Academy”, Toshiro said, recalling the days he and Scotty fought side by side to the day Samuel Rivers asked Scotty personally to form the Elites.

Scotty nods as he looks at Toshiro. “Yes indeed, though I did make you Headmaster of the Academy the first day of Elites. It’s the least I could do for someone who’s been by my side for a long time.”

“I might not be on the front lines anymore, but I will make damn sure that these cadets are ready for war.”

“And I am not arguing with that ideal. The Galaxy might be at peace for now, but we have to be ready for anything”, Scotty replied to his former comrade in arms.

“Yeah, even the smallest of threats should be taken seriously.” Toshiro then had a thought came into his mind and said, “So how is your mate?”

Scotty chuckled as he sighed out, “Yes, Luna is doing very well; though a bit worried at the moment.”

“Let me guess”, The Headmaster said as he cross his arms and leans back a bit in his chair, “It has to due with your son?”

Scotty nodded. “Yes, though I reassure her that he’ll be fine and would make a great leader one day. Just like our eldest son, Cheveyo.”

“Ah yes, Cheveyo. He did pass the Academy with flying colors and you have him assign to your own army”, Toshiro said as he recalled Cheveyo time in the Academy. “A very skilled Sentinel if I might say.”

“Indeed, though I don’t think Wolf would go for the Sentinel path as his older brother”, Scotty said as he remember, when his sons were younger, that they both have different ideas of what they want to be.

“We’ll see, remember that this is his first day in the Academy my friend.”

“You are right Toshiro”, Scotty said as he stood up. “It’s a pleasure speaking to you, but I must head off and check on my forces.”

“But of course, have a good day sir”, Toshiro said with a smile.

Scotty smiled and shook his head. “You’ve been my comrade, my best man, and a loyal friend. Please, call me Scotty.”

“Whatever you say, sir”, Toshiro said, this time with a grin.

The Lupine Admiral just grin as he turn around and headed out the door with the Royal Sentinels behind him.

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As the day turn to evening, Wolf and his new friends were at the mess hall having supper and exchanging their day’s events. While each one has been to each of their assigned classes, only Wolf was the odd one out as it would seem he hasn’t been assigned to any class as of yet. Matt, who is sitting across from Wolf, was the first one to bring up this odd circumstance.

“I notice that you haven’t been assign to any of the classes Wolf, normally we would know about which class we would be in; but you haven’t gotten assigned to any of the classes.”

Fox was sitting next to Matt spoke up. “Yeah, I am wondering why the Academy haven’t assigned you to a class yet.”

“I don’t know”, Wolf shrugged as he hasn’t a clue, “then again I am going to be a part of each classes while we’re in the Academy.”

Dog, who was eating his meal at the time, stopped and look over to Wolf, talking with his mouth full. “WHAT?! You mean to say that you’ll be going to train in each class?!”

“Dog… please to talk with your mouth full”, Bluejay said, wiping the splatter food specks off her cheek with a napkin. “Though Dog has a point, what reason could it be to have you train in every class in the Elites.”

“Well I guess you could say I aced the entry exam with flying colors”, Wolf replied and chuckled a bit.

The others just stared in complete shock at what Wolf had said. However, Bear huffed as he stabbed his fork into a piece of steak he cut. “Leave it to the son of the founder… explains a lot.”

“Just because my father is one of the Founders of the Elites, doesn’t mean anything Bear. Besides; the way I see it, it's a great way to learn about each classes strength and weakness to become a better leader”, Wolf replied as he watch Bear just grunted and took a bite of the steak.

“sounds to me like it’s a great way to learn leadership. One must always know one’s strengths and weaknesses to be effective on and off the battlefield”, Hawk pointed out before taking a sip of his tea.

Fox took in what Hawk and said and look back at Wolf. “I guess when you put it that way, then I could see your class as Squad Leader; a unique squad leader.”

“I agree Fox. This is just the first day; who knows what we could end up doing as we all continue our training here at the Academy”, Wolf said as the group continue to eat their suppers and talk about the days to come and even more about themselves.

Description
Phoenix Chronicles

Chapter 2: Welcome to the Academy

Several days has past and Wolf was on the maglev train, heading for the Academy. Each of cadets that are with him were wearing their uniforms that was sent by the Academy to wear as part of their dress uniform they will be wearing while they study and train to become a member of the Elites. When the Maglev train stopped and the cadets steps out of the train, they were directed to meet in the main hall and placed into the group they will be in for the rest of their stay in the Academy.

Wolf was surprised that the friends he made when they were in the recruitment office where in the same group as he was, including Matt. As they were lined up, he could see Headmaster Toshiro standing in front of the new recruits with several staff members behind him, standing in ‘parade rest’ stance.

Toshiro looks at the new cadets that will be joining the Academy as he walk forward a bit before speaking up to give his speech.

“Welcome Cadets, to the Elite Academy. Here, you will be trained and learn the ways of the Elites. To become to next protectors and peacekeepers of the Elites and the galaxy. Not all of you will become soldiers of the Elites, some of you will be a part of support roles to which are important like any other roles in the Elites. You came here as novices, however once you complete your training here in the Academy; You will come out as an Elite.”

As the Headmaster finish up his speech to the Elites, Wolf listens as he stand at attention with the ones he met yesterday behind him. Before his mind wanders a bit as to why and the others he met yesterday were all in the same group when Headmaster Toshiro spoke again.

“Now, the group you are in now will become your squadmates from here on out. You will be room together, you will be training together as well as your individual training to a tee, and you will work as a team. The guardsmen will escort each group to their assigned quarters, where you will be living for the rest of your training here in the Academy.”

Once the Headmaster dismissed the cadets, he left with the other members of the Academy staff back to their offices while the Guardsmen took each group of cadets, one by one, to their assign quarters.

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Once the group Wolf was in arrived to their quarters, they began to look around their new home for the course of their training. Each quarters have a living space, kitchen, two bedrooms, a bathroom, a locker room that acted as a foyer, and even an office; everything cadets needed to feel like home while they are training to become the next defenders of peace. After looking around their quarter, they went over to the lockers to examine what they would be wearing during their time in the Academy. Inside was their assign gear, their Academy dress uniform, and items needed to maintain their gear and uniform. Along with the everything else, on the inside of the locker door, was the schedule for each of them for their assigned classes as well as a group training course at the end of each week.

Inside Wolf’s locker, he notice that the gear he has was not like the gear the others have, which represent the classes they are assigned to. There wasn’t anything the would separate from the other classes; though there were several things that does stand out about the gear Wolf have. Along with a combat vest, belt with pouches, pants, and a black jumpsuit; there were also a set of arm and leg armor plates, a knife in its holster, a patrol cap, and a visor.

Fox, who was examining his Rifleman gear, looks over to Wolf’s locker since it was next to him and notices the odd gear. “What type of gear is that? That isn’t standard Elite gear”, He asked.

“I have no idea. never seen this type before”, Wolf replied as he took out the knife that was in its holster.

“Because I specially commission that gear for you son.”

All eyes turn to entrance to see Admiral Scotty standing in the doorway with a pair of Royal Sentinels flanking him, wearing decorative robes, helmet, mask, and holding a decorative spear. While the others stood at attention and saluted to the Admiral and Founder, Wolf simple looks over to this father while still holding the knife.

The Lupin Founder smiled as he walk over to his son then place his hand on Wolf’s shoulder. “I had it made because I believe that you should have your own gear; however”, He paused as he took the knife out of his hands and held it up, “This knife here is something that you should have.”

“You don’t mean”, Wolf began as he already knows what the knife is.

“Yes. The Lupin Warrior Knife, passed down from generation to generation in our family. Now its time for me to hand down this sacred knife to you son. May the warrior spirit watch over you and lend its strength in times of need.”

“Thank you father. I won’t let you down”, Wolf said as he took the knife back from his father.

Admiral Scotty looks back to the others and salutes back. “I hope to see you all perform well during your time in the academy.” and with that, he departed with his Royal Sentinel guards. As he left, the others soon relaxed as they were completely shock at what they have just saw.

“Whoa… am I the only one who is completely shocked at who came to see us”, Dog asked the others as he started to get excited at the visit of the fame Lupin Admiral.

“Just you Dog…” Bear replied in a gruffed tone as he start to get into his Heavy Assaulter gear for his upcoming class.

Dog look back to Bear with an annoyed look on his face. “You weren’t at least not surprised by the visit?”

“Dog, he came to see Wolf; though he did recognize us and wish us well”, Bluejay said as she grab her gear and headed into the bathroom to change from her uniform to her Medic gear.

Wolf soon began to take off his uniform to get change into his own gear with the others. After sometime, the group soon were in their assign gear and was ready to head for their assigned classes. Matt, who was also apart of the group seem to be the odd one out as he didn’t have no combat gear in his locker, only a white jacket, a datapad, and a comm. device.

“Where’s your combat gear”, Hawk asked as he was next to Matt’s locker.

Matt looks over to Hawk as he grab his datapad out of the locker and closed it. “Oh, I don’t need them; I’m actually enrolled in the Strategic and Tactics class since it was what I wanted to enrolled in.”

“Interesting, I take it you have a huge interest in that type of field”, Fox asked as he closed his locker just as Bluejay came out of the bathroom, with her gear on and her uniform drape over her arm.

“Well, yeah. I mean, I did help organize defensives for Haven’s Militia from bands of bandits; though when I heard about the Elites Academy, I jumped at the chance and here I am.”

“How about after our classes we talk about each other more at the Cafeteria during supper”, Dog said as he was ready to get started.

“Alright…” Bear said as he closed his quite hard and left the room first, ready to get the first day over.

The others followed, all ready to get their training started and begin their journey as Elites.

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Meanwhile, in Headmaster Toshiro’s office, the head of the Academy was looking through many lists from those that attended their classes and supplies being requested by the Instructors. As he was finish reading the request from the maintenance officer when he heard a knock on the door. Before Toshiro’s could answer, the door opens to reveal Admiral Scotty and his two Royal Sentinels flanking him. Toshiro smiled calmly as he stood up from his chair and salute to him.

“Admiral Scotty; I wasn’t expecting you to visit the Academy.”

Scotty nodded as he saluted Toshiro back and said, “I like to surprise those that aren’t expecting anything.”

Toshiro smiled at the comment. “You’ve always like doing that. Though in your case, if I remember you saying back when were General, you were making sure that the soldiers are on their toes all the time.”

The Lupine Admiral smirk as he walk over then took a seat in a chair in front of Toshiro’s desk. “Well in times of war, one must remain alert at all times.”

“I could not agree with you more”, the Headmaster fox said as he too took his seat behind his desk.

“Yes, and if I remember correctly; you were my assistant and comrade when we would go into battle.”

“I remember those days very well friend. Though you’re now the Admiral and the Founder of the Elites and I am the Headmaster of the Academy”, Toshiro said, recalling the days he and Scotty fought side by side to the day Samuel Rivers asked Scotty personally to form the Elites.

Scotty nods as he looks at Toshiro. “Yes indeed, though I did make you Headmaster of the Academy the first day of Elites. It’s the least I could do for someone who’s been by my side for a long time.”

“I might not be on the front lines anymore, but I will make damn sure that these cadets are ready for war.”

“And I am not arguing with that ideal. The Galaxy might be at peace for now, but we have to be ready for anything”, Scotty replied to his former comrade in arms.

“Yeah, even the smallest of threats should be taken seriously.” Toshiro then had a thought came into his mind and said, “So how is your mate?”

Scotty chuckled as he sighed out, “Yes, Luna is doing very well; though a bit worried at the moment.”

“Let me guess”, The Headmaster said as he cross his arms and leans back a bit in his chair, “It has to due with your son?”

Scotty nodded. “Yes, though I reassure her that he’ll be fine and would make a great leader one day. Just like our eldest son, Cheveyo.”

“Ah yes, Cheveyo. He did pass the Academy with flying colors and you have him assign to your own army”, Toshiro said as he recalled Cheveyo time in the Academy. “A very skilled Sentinel if I might say.”

“Indeed, though I don’t think Wolf would go for the Sentinel path as his older brother”, Scotty said as he remember, when his sons were younger, that they both have different ideas of what they want to be.

“We’ll see, remember that this is his first day in the Academy my friend.”

“You are right Toshiro”, Scotty said as he stood up. “It’s a pleasure speaking to you, but I must head off and check on my forces.”

“But of course, have a good day sir”, Toshiro said with a smile.

Scotty smiled and shook his head. “You’ve been my comrade, my best man, and a loyal friend. Please, call me Scotty.”

“Whatever you say, sir”, Toshiro said, this time with a grin.

The Lupine Admiral just grin as he turn around and headed out the door with the Royal Sentinels behind him.

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As the day turn to evening, Wolf and his new friends were at the mess hall having supper and exchanging their day’s events. While each one has been to each of their assigned classes, only Wolf was the odd one out as it would seem he hasn’t been assigned to any class as of yet. Matt, who is sitting across from Wolf, was the first one to bring up this odd circumstance.

“I notice that you haven’t been assign to any of the classes Wolf, normally we would know about which class we would be in; but you haven’t gotten assigned to any of the classes.”

Fox was sitting next to Matt spoke up. “Yeah, I am wondering why the Academy haven’t assigned you to a class yet.”

“I don’t know”, Wolf shrugged as he hasn’t a clue, “then again I am going to be a part of each classes while we’re in the Academy.”

Dog, who was eating his meal at the time, stopped and look over to Wolf, talking with his mouth full. “WHAT?! You mean to say that you’ll be going to train in each class?!”

“Dog… please to talk with your mouth full”, Bluejay said, wiping the splatter food specks off her cheek with a napkin. “Though Dog has a point, what reason could it be to have you train in every class in the Elites.”

“Well I guess you could say I aced the entry exam with flying colors”, Wolf replied and chuckled a bit.

The others just stared in complete shock at what Wolf had said. However, Bear huffed as he stabbed his fork into a piece of steak he cut. “Leave it to the son of the founder… explains a lot.”

“Just because my father is one of the Founders of the Elites, doesn’t mean anything Bear. Besides; the way I see it, it's a great way to learn about each classes strength and weakness to become a better leader”, Wolf replied as he watch Bear just grunted and took a bite of the steak.

“sounds to me like it’s a great way to learn leadership. One must always know one’s strengths and weaknesses to be effective on and off the battlefield”, Hawk pointed out before taking a sip of his tea.

Fox took in what Hawk and said and look back at Wolf. “I guess when you put it that way, then I could see your class as Squad Leader; a unique squad leader.”

“I agree Fox. This is just the first day; who knows what we could end up doing as we all continue our training here at the Academy”, Wolf said as the group continue to eat their suppers and talk about the days to come and even more about themselves.