Judging by their auras, Kleris could tell that Rensha was unlike other wizards. (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=59237)  No sense of any arcane bloodlines, communions with any particular deity, or other significant tellings which could inform him better about her magical talents.  He couldn't get a bead on Zullinat at all. (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=59238)<br/><br/>"Hey, don't push yourself!" Zullinat said as Kleris tried and failed to lift one of the suitcases.  "We're already inside, we can rearrange stuff later.  And call me Zull."<br/><br/><br/>"I'm from...Ysgard," Zullinat answered Kleris' question.  "A land of floating islands drifting in the clouds, where the spirits of mortal warriors and giants come to hone their skills."  She looked a little nervous before she continued.  "I don't know what you heard about the drow, but my people aren't Lolthites.  My group cast aside that terrible goddess eons ago."<br/><br/>"Anyway!" she exclaimed, her demeanor suddenly changing to a more positive tone.  "This is my second year at Redhurst, so I can fill you two in on all the ropes later on!"<br/><br/><br/>"I'm from the True Ice Peaks," Rensha replied as she took Kleris' hand in a firm grasp, much tighter than Zullinat's.  "Unlike Zull, my homeland is on this plane.  I belong to the Bonesplitter clan, who live in the highest reaches of the mountain.  Our people had to rely upon magic, both arcane and divine, to shelter us from the bitter cold.  At great expense my clan helped in my admission to Redhurst, and I will not fail them."<br/><br/>Zull noticed an oddity in Kleris' eyes as Rensha talked to him. (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=59239)<br/><br/>"Hey, you're using a spell!" she exclaimed.<br/><br/>"What?" Rensha asked.  "What are you doing, Kleris?"  Her hand reflexively reached for her sword hilt, but stopped once she detected no hostility from him.<br/><br/>"Oh, it's just a magical detection spell," Zull said.  "I don't know if you've been a wizard for long, but it's considered rude to pry into others' auras without their permission.  Makes people think you're up to no good," she added with a wink.<br/><br/>"I'm sorry about that," Rensha said to Kleris, her face downcast.  "I was raised to be alert to threats, but I would never strike someone without cause."<br/><br/>There was an uncomfortable tension as Rensha awkwardly shifted her feet a little.<br/><br/>"So, we can unpack later," Zull said, changing the topic.  "In the meantime, how about we meet our fellow dorm-mates?"<br/><br/>The happy drow led Kleris and Rensha out into the girls' common room, where many fellow students were gathering for much the same reason.<br/><br/>(http://i.imgur.com/h3rqVLK.jpg?1)<br/><br/><em>This tall, raven-haired human woman is conjuring drafts of air below several origami animals, making them dance and flow around the ceiling.</em><br/><br/>"This is<strong>Elmira Fay,</strong>one of our quickest Spellflag players.  Talk to her if you're interested in trying out for Redhurst's signature sports team!"<br/><br/>(http://i.imgur.com/dnXQey4.jpg?1)<br/><br/><em>This blonde, winged woman is lounging in the corner on a comfy couch, inspecting a Stradivarius violin.  Her feathered, clawed feet resting on the ottomon furniture mark her as a harpy.  An elf and a halfling sit by her, asking her all sorts of questions about music.</em><br/><br/>"That over there is<strong>Evgenia.</strong>She pretty much runs the theater and music extracurricular clubs.  Most harpies are known for their melodious voices, but Evgenia lets her hands and violin do the singing."<br/><br/>(http://i.imgur.com/rWYal16.jpg?1)<br/><br/><em>This elf maiden's bright green eyes light up as she sees the three of you approach.</em><br/><br/>"Hey, Zull!" she calls out.  "You made it!"<br/><br/>"You think I wouldn't come back,<strong>Naila?"</strong>Zull said, smiling.  "If it were up to me, I'd have stayed here the whole summer.  How's life treating you?"<br/><br/>"Very good," Naila answered.  "I was fretting at first about raising enough money for another semester, but my fears were for not.  I'm just glad that you're here too!"<br/><br/>"So..." Rensha asked.  "You don't mind that she's...?"<br/><br/>"Oh,<em>that.</em>Yeah, it might seem odd to see a surface elf and drow getting along.  Truth be told, we both once hated each other, but we learned to see beyond this once we got to know each other."<br/><br/>After introducing Kleris and making small chat, they moved on.<br/><br/>(http://i.imgur.com/VVGSlEA.jpg?1)<br/><br/><em>This woman bore bright blue tattoos among her arms, legs, back, stomach, and probably many other places as well.  They were all in runic alphabet, and faded in intensity once she noticed that others were watching.</em><br/><br/><strong>"Asma's</strong>a tattooed mage," Zull said.  "Instead of relying upon spellbooks, they inscribe their arcane writings into their very flesh."  Her voice turns to a whisper.  "They say it makes them feel closer to the magic, but I think they just like to show off.  I'd totally do it, but I can't stand the thought of needles going into me, ouch!"<br/><br/><br/>Zull did not introduce Kleris or Rensha to any men yet.  In fact, a casual observation of the room noticed that not a single boy was in sight!  Kleris was the only one here!<br/><br/><br/><br/>"We should probably unpack now," Rensha said.  "Our first class should be soon."<br/><br/>"Oh, that's right!" Zull said.  She quickly took out a copy of her Student's Handbook and pulled out a paper list.  "Let's see here, my first class is...Introductory Summoning.  You?"<br/><br/>"Change Starts at Home," Rensha replied.<br/><br/>"Hee, that's in an entirely different school than mine!" Zull said.<br/><br/>"School?" Rensha tilted her head slightly.  "Aren't we all at Redhurst?"<br/><br/>"Yeah, but it's an<em>academy.</em>Eight smaller schools, one for each major division of magic, are their own buildings.  My class is in the Bisechen School of Conjuration, your's is in the Thaumant School of Transhumation."<br/><br/>Rensha consulted her map.<br/><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Map</div><div class="spoiler_body">(http://i.imgur.com/3iZHviK.png?1)</div></div><br/>"Wow, yours is on the other side of the academy!"<br/><br/>"Yup, and that's why I must get going!  See you all later!"<br/><br/><br/>"So, Kleris, what's your first class?"