"Every year, the Veridian Academy holds an entrance examination," Leander explained patiently, "to recruit prospective Archons from all the neighboring kingdoms."
"There are three tests you'll need to pass. The first is for aptitude, the second for analysis, and the third for combat."
"A combat test?" Alaric asked, his surprise evident.
Leander nodded. "That's right. And if you distinguish yourself during the examination, the academy offers
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