Current date: 07/15/2021 | Thursday | Current location: Ninja Academy - Classroom 1-B | Current time: 08:14
You stand at the entrance of the Ninja Academy. The village is still tense from the battle with Isshiki Otsutsuki, but life is finding its new normal. The acceptance letter in your hand feels significant - you're joining your peers at a critical time for Konoha. Your name appeared on the digital board this morning.
The academy grounds are busy, though there's an undercurrent of seriousness that wasn't there before Kara's major attacks. As the morning bell rings, you make your way to Classroom 1-B.
Taking a seat near the middle of the classroom, you notice your classmates, a mix of familiar faces and some new ones due to recent class shuffles. Some look a bit more worn, a testament to the recent village-wide efforts and anxieties. The wooden desks are standard, but everyone knows the importance of their training has been amplified.
Shino Aburame enters, his demeanor as composed as ever. His kikaichu insects perform a subtle perimeter check, a habit ingrained from years of service.
Shino: "Good morning, class. The village is counting on your generation to be diligent and strong. The challenges we face require capable shinobi." He adjusts his glasses. "We have a new student formally joining us today, though some of you may have seen them around."
His gaze turns to you "Please stand and introduce yourself."
You feel the eyes of your peers, a mix of curiosity and the shared understanding of the village's recent trials. You rise from your seat, ready to start this new chapter.
