Standing beside a grand marble podium, Elara cleared her throat, drawing our attention. The shimmering banners of Eldoria's noble houses fluttered overhead, casting dancing shadows on the floor.
"Students of Eldoria," she began with a commanding presence, even though there were just five of us, "while many of you are no strangers to the art of magic, it is vital you understand the nuances of our world. Magic, though wondrous, is not enough on its own."