Trinity Soul University - Female Dorms (Room 105A)
Just as the duo entered their dorm, a loud message started broadcasting over the university's intercom.
"Ahem... Attention Freshmen Students of Trinity Soul University. I, Hannah, the Head Nurse is now informing you all that Required Physical exams are taking place. You may have gotten physical examinations from other doctors before coming here, but you all haven't taken up the University's Physical Exam! So head on down to the Infirmary within the next... six hours to get your exam done. Those who make it to the Infirmary will receive a coupon for the Luck Diner in the University's Restaurant District for one free meal. Those of you fresh meat who do NOT make it to the Infirmary, will be properly hunted down by my... personal... Assistants. Of which if they catch you before you make it to the infirmary, they WILL perform a physical health exam on the spot. So... heh... be sure to hurry up! Oh, and anyone who is not in the Main School Building is not safe from my assistants."Trista began to worry. Judging by not only the phrasing and the sound of the announcer's voice, it seemed like Trista was in for a bad time should she not attend this Physical Exam. Yes, Trista had six hours. And yes, she could take her time, as Seki reassured. Yet something really didn't feel right with her. Considering the possible number of freshmen in the university, one must have a pretty darn efficient system to accommodate them all within six hours. But this assumption only made Trista fret even more. As prestigious as this place was made out to be, Trista had a level of doubt that everyone would be attended to and be able to make it to the Infirmary within the six hour time slot. And that included her.
As Seki began to cook, Trista quickly retreated to her room. Of course, it was but the same as she had left it before having left for Orientation. Several things on her desk and in her drawers were rather unorganised, the bed wasn't made yet, and her telescope wasn't aligned properly. But most of all, the room felt rather... empty. Not that it was lacking in the basics or anything. But Trista didn't feel quite right with how the room looked. Aside from the telescope, it didn't really have much a "Trista flair" to it. It felt less like her bedroom and more like a hotel room with long lease on it. Perhaps in time, Trista would feel much more at home in her new dorm room as is. Or maybe it just needed a little something extra.
Taking her time, Trista took to her desk and began to peek inside her new book.
The Mystical Moon - A Study into the Effects of the Moon in Magic
A study by Dr. J. Picorum
Introduction
The Moon is a peculiar object. Scientifically defined as a natural satellite orbiting the Earth with an orbit and rotation of approximately 29 days, the Moon is more than just a simple rock in the sky.
As one may know, the Moon goes by a variety of names in various languages. Moon, Tsuki, Luna... Likewise, many ancient religions and sects held this very Moon as a deity. Some feared its luminous rays as it brought about the terrifying night and its fell beasts. Others heralded the Moon as a much more peaceful and loving god. One that brought good harvests, protected women, and guided man through the darkest nights as they migrated from continent to continent.
Much more impressive were the tales of said god walking amongst man. From the legends of the Greek Artemis to the Japanese Tsukuyomi, the Moon's power and fame is no stranger in any part of the world. Regardless of where one may roam, most civilisations have some tale to tell about the mystical orb and a possible physical incarnation of said orb.
In the world of magic, where those tales are not quite fictitious, the Moon too holds its place in the balance and flow of magic.