The first day at Stellar Apex Academy was always a highly anticipated event for the young students who arrived from all over the city. Aiden Kurozawa and Riko Takahashi, childhood friends, stood side by side outside the grand gates of the academy, their hearts racing in anticipation of the years of training that awaited them.
The towering, neon-lit buildings of the academy stretched into the sky, their holographic banners displaying the academy's motto: "Forge Strength, Unleash Power." The air was thick with the energy of potential, the hum of excitement and nervousness from all the new students.
Inside, the academy wasn't just a school—it was a training ground, a crucible that tested every student's limits. Aiden and Riko knew that at the age of 16, they would choose their powers from a list of thousands. But before that, they had to prepare, building their strength, endurance, and stamina.
"Can you believe we're finally here?" Riko said, her voice a mix of awe and excitement. She was still getting used to the towering buildings and the hum of energy that surrounded them. It was overwhelming.
"I've been waiting for this day for years," Aiden replied, his voice steady but tinged with uncertainty. Though he had always been confident, the reality of the coming challenges made his stomach twist. They had to be ready for the power they would soon wield, but the pressure of choosing the right abilities felt daunting.
The first lesson of the day wasn't about powers. Instead, the students were introduced to their physical training routines—training that would enhance their strength, agility, and overall stamina. They would have to prepare their bodies for the power they would later unlock.
"Today will be a test of your endurance," their instructor, Professor Kaito, announced. He was an imposing figure, tall and muscular, with years of experience in combat. "You may not have your powers yet, but you'll need physical strength to control them when the time comes. Training starts now, and it doesn't stop until you graduate."
Aiden and Riko exchanged a brief glance, silently acknowledging the weight of what lay ahead. They were used to sparring in their childhood, but this was different—there was no escape now.
The training was grueling, pushing them to their physical limits. Every day, they would run drills, spar with one another, and lift weights until their muscles burned. But as the days went on, both of them began to realize that their training wasn't just about building strength—it was about pushing their bodies to the point where they could truly control the powers that would one day course through their veins.
By the end of the week, the academy would provide them with a full list of the powers available for selection—powers that could change the course of their lives forever. But for now, they could only train, build their endurance, and trust that when the time came to choose, they would be ready.