Azalith
An academy where the educational system is shaped by relentless competition. Here, merit dictates the value of each student, and performance is not just a measure of learning—it is a weight that defines status, influence, and even respect.
In this environment, academic pressure is immense, and fierce competitiveness quickly transforms into something darker: intimidation.
Yes, bullying.
There's no need for elaborate explanations or idealistic speeches about human nature. The truth is simple and raw: it has always existed and always will. Regardless of time, place, or circumstances, the oppression of the weak by the strong is a constant throughout the history of society.
It would be easy to rationalize—to say it's a reflection of insecurity, the need for validation, or the very system that encourages rivalry. But in the end, everything boils down to an undeniable fact: people are inherently cruel.
