The global gate convergence announcement sent ripples through the academy. Students and instructors alike prepared with focused urgency. Logan reviewed strategic maps in the central command hall. Multiple high ranked gates showed synchronized instability. Joint operations with international academies were already in motion. His team received priority deployment orders for a major site in the northern territories.
Daenerys stood beside him studying the same projections. Her violet eyes narrowed in concentration. "This scale exceeds previous events. We will need every advantage."
Ethan paced nearby. "Finally. Real stakes. I am ready."
Luna adjusted her spatial scanners. "Coordination across teams will be critical. I can link communication channels."
Evelyn joined them shortly after. Her elemental focus complemented the group perfectly. "The association assigned me to your unit. Let us make it count."
