The day had started like any other except for the fact that today was the first day of school. A fresh new start for some, a continuation of the year before for others. The sakura trees leading to the entrance of the school were in full bloom and there was an air of optimism in the air. However, hidden behind that optimism was also hesitance and fear for this year was different than the others. This year, the super powered individuals called Abnormals would be attending the school with normal people, called Normals. For many years, Abnormals and Normals were split up; Abnormals had their own specialized facilities where they were monitored closely. Society was afraid of these super powered individuals and it didn't help that there were violent Abnormals stirring up trouble either.<br/><br/>After being persecuted and alienated from society for so many years, a political change was all it took to abolish the societal barriers between Abnormals and Normals. Abnormals were legally allowed to work with Normals, though there were still some difficulties among some businesses that found excuses not to hire Abnormals. It went to show that even if the government decides to be progressive, some people could still resist change. More importantly, these changes allowed for Abnormal kids to go to the same schools as Normal kids. The reasoning was that if schools could teach kids at a young age to be tolerant of Abnormals, the whole country could take steps to mend what they had done to Abnormals for many years.<br/><br/>Today would start with the Student Body start-of-the-year address which has been a tradition at Denai Academy for years. It starts with the Headmaster addressing the students, informing new students about school policies and expectations and reminding returning students of their responsibilities as Denai Academy students. However, this year will be different since there was going to be an additional Headmaster and that the Abnormals would have to be properly addressed.<br/><br/>Right now, students are gathering and sitting down in the gymnasium. As soon as it seemed that every seat was taken, meaning every student was in attendance. Soon all the lights except the ones on stage dimmed and on the stage, a towering old man with monstrous physique comes in from right stage and takes his place on the podium, placing his cane against it and looking out to the crowd of sitting students...<br/><br/><hr/><br/><div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/ZkyaFfm.jpg)</div><strong>Name:</strong>Ichiya Hideaki<br/><strong>Location:</strong>Stage in the Gymnasium<br/><strong>With:</strong>The entire student body<br/><br/>Ichiya looked out to the sitting students, their visible youth bringing a smile to his face. He spoke with an authoritative, yet welcoming tone,<strong>"Welcome, esteemed students, to Denai Academy. I am Ichiya Hideaki, your headmaster. For some of you, this will be your first year here and I realize that it might be daunting or you might feel that you'll never get used to a school like this."</strong>He chuckled slightly, a knowing smile appearing on his face,<strong>"Believe it or not, even I felt like that when I attended this school. My own grandfather was the headmaster of the school so I had some heavy expectations to boot. However, it is not impossible to succeed and have fun at the same time! What is youth if you do not have a little fun when you can?"</strong>The old man cleared his throat,<strong>"Still, as students of this school, you represent the academy and its values. Remember that as you go into the city."</strong><br/><br/>He paused to let his words sink in before continuing,<strong>"Now onto some of rules and policies of the school. First of all, let's discuss basic rules for all students."</strong>Ichiya took a sip of the water that had been prepared beforehand before continuing,<strong>"Everyone is expected to be in class on time. Denai Academy takes attendance very seriously. Anyone late without good reason gets two chances and every time after the second, your grades in the classes you miss take a hit. Though, I'm not worried about that since I trust you all came to this school knowing its strict rules and curriculum prior to coming here."</strong>He took another sip of water, continuing,<strong>"As for those living on campus, you're free to make your own meals or get them from the cafeteria. Breakfast starts at 7AM and goes until 10AM, lunch starts at 12PM and goes until 2PM, and dinner starts at 6PM and goes until 9PM. Curfew on school nights is 11:30PM, anyone violating curfew will get detention. Curfew on the weekends is not enforced but it is highly encourage that you do not stay out late, especially in the city since the bus service going from the academy to the city and back ends at 11:30PM. You have been warned."</strong><br/><br/>The old man scratched his beard, gathering his thoughts for a few seconds, and then continued,<strong>"Returning students, all of you have already heard this and for some of you this will be the last time you'll hear this. My hope is that you continue to exhibit this school's values as you all already have been doing."</strong>His head turned towards where the Abnormals were all grouped together, he smiled,<strong>"And don't think I've forgotten about you, our new students. You will all certainly add a different dynamic to this school, it will be interesting. However, you are not under my jurisdiction! Instead there is a second headmaster who is going to be taking care of you all."</strong>The old headmaster stretched, grabbing his cane,<strong>"I believe it is time to make my exit and let her do her job. Once again, I welcome you all to Denai Academy."</strong>And with that, he walked off the stage to the left and took his seat among the rest of the faculty. It was at this time that the entire gymnasium went dark and it was difficult to see. When the lights on the stage turned back on, there she was, the new headmistress in charge of the Abnormals.<br/><br/><br/><br/><div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/5wCDkh2.png)</div><strong>Name:</strong>Ritsuko Tsutsumi<br/><strong>Location:</strong>Stage in the Gymnasium<br/><strong>With:</strong>The entire student body<br/><br/>There she was, suddenly behind the podium, a slender, mysterious woman with long silky black hair. Her mouth was covered by an intricate black hand fan but one could almost tell that Ritsuko was smiling just by looking at her eyes. It was an amused sort of smile as she looked at the confused stares on some of the students faces. It wasn't long after that she started to speak, her sultry tone amplified by the microphone,<strong>"Hi~! My name is Ritsuko Tsutsumi and you already know that I'm going to be in charge of the Ab- oops, we're not supposed to use that word,"</strong>she giggled before continuing,<strong>"Anyways, I've never done this sort of thing before, so I wouldn't know what to say. It seems like the old man said everything there was <em>to</em> say."</strong>Ritsuko had finally removed the fan from in front of her mouth, revealing her mischievous smile. She closed the fan and put it underneath her chin, feigning to be in thought,<strong>"Hmm... Well, let's all get along shall we? Powers or no powers, we're all in the same school now. Bye for now~!"</strong>The lights went off and back on again, and she was no longer behind the podium or even in the gymnasium. She had simply... vanished.<br/><br/><br/><hr/><br/><br/><div class="floatleft">(http://i.imgur.com/kWaEzNW.jpg)</div><strong>Name:</strong>Kiyoshi Hideaki<br/><strong>Location:</strong>Stage in the Gymnasium<br/><strong>With:</strong>The entire student body<br/><br/>Kiyoshi sighed and shook his head after Tsutsumi-sensei's theatrics were finished. How were the Abnormals going to survive in this school with such a sporadic, irresponsible headmistress? He genuinely felt pity for them, it would seem that his year would be especially busy, picking up the slack. Kiyoshi was already mentally preparing himself for the year, but first he had his address to make to the rest of the students. He got up from his seat he had on stage and walked over to the podium. Once there, he looked at all the students and then over to the area where the Abnormals were sat. He would definitely have a busy year.<br/><br/>Kiyoshi cleared his throat and began to speak, his voice authoritative like his grandfathers but also oozing confidence,<strong>"Welcome all to Denai Academy. I am your Student Council President, Kiyoshi Hideaki. It is my duty to make sure that everyone follows the rules and regulations of this school, but it is also my duty to make sure that every student feels welcome at Denai Academy. The Student Council organizes events, sets the budget for every club, takes requests for new clubs, and makes sure that the students have a voice to how things are done at the school, within reason of course."</strong>His job at the Student Council was never easy and required a lot from him, but this year, he felt even more so. While the headmasters only dealt with one group or the other, Kiyoshi had to regulate both the Normals and the Abnormals.<br/><br/>He stepped out of the podium and went to the front of the stage. He continued to speak, this time louder since he wasn't using the microphone at the podium to amplify his voice, his tone and facial expression turning serious,<strong>"Let me say this now, I will not tolerate any discrimination from anyone, powers or no powers. Here at Denai Academy, everyone is allowed the same and equal experience, and I will not stand for anyone that ruins the experience for either group."</strong>Kiyoshi composed himself and moved back to the podium,<strong>"Remember that today class is cut short to allow new students more time to browse and join clubs. Anyone that wants to ask me questions can do so after classes in my office. Let's all have a great year. That is all. You are all dismissed to go to class."</strong>