The Village Disciples

"Uh-what?"

Tanjo can be seen standing outside his classroom door, but unable to enter due to the door being locked. But, a small white note that was stuck to the door with a small blade pinning it up was present on the door.

Dear Class 1AB,

"If you go to class 1AB; go outside to the school's combat field to attend class today. Further instructions will be made there."

"We're starting class outside today?" Tanjo thought out loud, staring blankly at the note in front of him. "Well, class is starting soon-- better hurry." He then started walking to the back doors of the academy.

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"Is this where I'm supposed to b--huh?" Tanjo halted his question, confusingly staring at the scene in front of him.

Six students looked about the same age as a first-year who were seen wearing dark red headbands, chalkboard grey armor that exposes their arms, legs, and face, as well as garbing some black martial artists pants.

The six newcomers were all standing in a straight line next to an older gentleman who was sporting nearly the same look of fashion but attained black leathery gloves.

"Hey, Tanjo! Over here!" A familiar voice called out, turning to the owner of the voice, Akogare was seen waving obnoxiously-- then getting bonked over the head by Naderamu.

Walking over, Tanjo also noticed that his class was also lined up similarly, also including Mr. Oshieru standing next to them. Tanjo also noticed the almost similar get-up that the six random students were wearing on his classmates.

Blue headbands that were tied together from the back, exposing chalkboard gray armor, and black martial artist pants.

"What's with the matching clothing?" Tanjo suddenly queried.

"After the students get acquainted with how the academy works, the teachers are ordered to supply the students with new village instated gear. It'll mainly be used for when we leave for missions or prepare for an attack." Mr. Oshieru Informed.

Tanjo groaned, "So we're going to have to start wearing mandated armor to school now?" He then followed up his groan with a question.

"Unfortunately so, Tanjo. But we need you to hurry up, we have something important planned for today and we don't plan on wasting any more time." Mr. Oshieru declared, "Sukudo, hand Tanjo his gear, please."

Tanjo then noticed Senko Sukudo walk up to him, armor and a pair of pants equipped-- then handing them over. Tanjo then breathed in, then breathed out.

"Let me get situated real quick."

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With Tanjo now being geared up and prepared for whatever was in store for class 1AB today.

"Alright!-" Mr. Oshieru started, "Today, we are accompanied with one of the red aura classes; Class 1AR." Mr. Oshieru then finished,

The man that was seen standing next to the red aura students earlier, walked up to speak, "Hello, blue aura's, my name is Mr. Akushon; the teacher of class 1AR. Today, I and Oshieru formulated a plan to set both of our classes up against each other. Oshieru informed me of you guys pairing up against each other earlier in the year, but this will be about teamwork in large groups." The newly introduced teacher stated,

"In battle, you may be stationed in large groups. Working in bigger pairs than just two can teach you guys how to break complex tasks into parts and steps, plan and manage your time effectively-- as well as bettering your communication between groups." The red aura teacher explained, then continued, "You may work however you want, fighting against people you have never seen in combat before will always trouble even the greatest of warriors if they don't play their cards right."

Utsukushi then proceeded to raise her hand, "Yes, the pink-haired one." Mr. Akushon acknowledged,

"Where will we be fighting at? Surely we can't just do this in an open field." Utsukushi asked, getting a nod of more acknowledgment in return.

"Indeed, instead of using a forest to separate you guys-- we'll be heading down to the academy's combat field." Mr. Akushon announced, "Our combat training ground is a sophisticated unit of buildings, open areas, and filled with multiple hiding spots." Mr. Akushon then finished, getting a nod from not only Utsukushi-- but every student present.

"Any more questions?" Mr. Oshieru decided to speak up, looking all around. Due to none of the kids raising their hands or speaking up, he continued, "Perfect, now let's get started!"

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COMBAT TRAINING GROUNDS

Why. Why were the combat training grounds that Mr. Akushon spoke of, on the complete opposite side of Buraun? Sure, the field was massive. But to be placed so far away is absurd-- at least it is to Naderamu.

Most of the students were too entranced at the size of the combat grounds to be overthinking anything. The combat field looked more like an old, run-down ghost town. Ones that you see tumbleweed stroll through when a pregnant silence takes place.

It did contain buildings, it didn't seem very sophisticated at first glance, and obviously, no hiding spots were visible just by them first arriving.

Standing outside of the combat training field, both of the teachers stood in front of the congregated students; making a total of twelve students combined. The easiest way to divide the twelve students was obviously by their current apparel.

With the students still admiring the combat grounds, quietly speaking amongst each other-- the teachers decided it was time to begin.

"Attention!" Mr. Akushon demanded, immediately getting the desired attention of each student.

"Thank you, Akushon." Mr. Oshieru appreciatingly added, then turning to the students, "When we enter the combat ground; red auras will be getting directed by Mr. Akushon to their designated location, as blue auras will be with me-- getting prepared as well but at this side of the field." Mr. Oshieru announced informatively.

"With that said, please start to gather into your groups immediately!"

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Hey! I hope you enjoyed this chapter, this will be introducing us to a new arc! Mr. Oshieru's blue aura class; now known as class 1AB== meaning class 1A of Blue auras. And 1AR is class 1A of the Red auras.

This is also where the book will start to get more complicated, I want to start introducing more potential fighting styles, characters, new aspects of magic, etc.

Have a Good Day

Peace - Cr1ticalz_