Commander Steeleye looked out over the groups as they scrambled to make the required teams. Especially the second years who were very much aware that getting a punishment from the commander was not a good thing.  She gave them the time they needed to form groups and at least introduce themselves before she kept going with the first event of the evening. The resto f the staff, instructors, and teachers watched from their spot amused by students’ scurrying .  When things had finally settled somewhat she kept going. “Excellent. I see the most of you have managed to find a group. Those who haven’t need to see me after for your punishment.” She called out stern and cool although there may have been a twinkle in her eye.<br/><br/>Turning her gaze to the groups  that had formed, there were quite a few not including the stranglers,  she  continued with her orders. “Now then I hope you like your group mates as you’re going to be stuck with each other for a while. There’s going to be a little competition between groups. The winner will have the chance to pick any of the non-staff bedrooms and claim them as yours for your stay. Those who come last will just have to settle for whatever rooms are left. As for the competition, it’s a simple one. Hidden around the tower are items that represent your houses. Find them and return them here to me you win. There are no other rules about how you get the objects. Oh and it starts now.” She added almost nonchalantly at the end as she moves to take her position at the head of the table there.<br/>