Reverie Academy

by Storm0Wolf

They are the best of the best. At least, that's what they were told when they arrived at the base of the mountain. Now, they're not so sure. As the Grimm evolve and nightfall approaches, the Academy is looking less like a school and more like a war zone. (SYOC closed)

1. Prologue

Mummers float above the crowd, growing restless under the damp summer heat. The building above them provides shade, but it's no match for the demanding weather of the mountains. A girl tugs at her shirt, resisting the urge to poor her water on her head. She can feel the heat of every body around her, a slightly unpleasant smell wafting through the crowd with each inhale of air. It was way past the assigned starting time, but she didn't move from her spot, eyes staring straight ahead as she waited. She, like everyone else, has waited her entire life for this one moment. Any moment and the pearly gates before them to open up, allowing her to walk on the marble walkway into her dreams.

"They could at least have the decency to make an announcement," she growled as he stomach mimicked her annoyance. Her mother told her not to skip breakfast, but she was so excited.

The crowd went silent. The clicking of boots could be heard near the front. Struggling on her toes, she could barely see over the sea of heads in front of her. A man, with deep red hair and a ruffled suit looked at the group with a smirk. Her inner fangirl wanted to burst, that was Vin Rosso, renowned hunter and infamous playboy.

"Welcome, everyone, your patience is appreciated." His voice boomed over the crowd and ripped a smile from her face. Finally. "It is an honor to have you all here, one that the faculty of our establishment does not take lightly. You are the most exceptional students this world has to offer, and have all earned your place." Admirably, he managed to sweet talk the crowd into forgetting that they were all standing sweaty and hungry as he continued his speech. The girl felt the weight of her weapon with each word of praise and caution that fell from his lips. "I am Vin Rosso, right hand of Headmistress Rangi. I deal with disciplinary actions here at the academy, so hopefully I won't be seeing much more of any of you during your time here." A small, light laugh from the crowd. "Now," the gates slowly parted, "let me be the first to welcome you to Reverie Academy."