Time skip 226 years to June 30th 1991
Hadrian Angelus Asher sat in his office in the Mallorn tree next to the Dining Hall which ran through the boughs of the highest Mallorn tree that made it easy for students to find. The school was a beautiful place with graceful sweeping arches, with graceful and strong bridges binding the gap between the trees. The longer the bridges were in place the more the trees grew around them until it seemed as though the bridge had become part of the tree. The green and silver leaves which turned gold in spring were a beautiful backdrop. All the students and teachers loved Phoenix Academy. Students found surprising joy in running from Talan to Talan for the classes. Hadrian had out done himself in the creation of the academy. It was widely known as being the number one safest place in the world hands down thanks to the wards that Hadrian had layered in; see wards grew in strength the longer they exist and many if not all of the wards Hadrian made would not be discovered for another oh 100 years or so, as you can imagine the wards have grown to unbelievable strength since their creations to the point that even if Hadrian wanted to he could not bring them down, for the trees themselves had adapted to the magic and changed it even further until it became something more entirely. Not even Hadrian knew the full scope of the wards surround this sanctuary now.
Also it was widely known as being the number one school to attend but it was by invitation only not matter what your species was and if you had any prejudice towards creatures you would not be given an invitation. The creature sanctuary had taken off as well, with all kinds of races and creatures that many believed to be extinct lived happily in the Golden Wood; from Snidgets to Night Fury's nothing was denied a home within. However as Hadrian looked at the invite list for the coming year he could not help the trickle of excitement that filled him, it was finally time. History had played itself differently than before with Neville Longbottom becoming the Boy Who Lived, the child lived with his father and grandmother who had been at an order meeting at the time of the attack. Alice it seemed had taken the place of Lily and sacrificed herself for her infant son. After Tom Riddle's supposed death Frank Longbottom broke ties with Dumbledore as the man tried repeatedly to worm his way into the lives of the Longbottom's. The Potter family did the same as they did not want their daughter Ivanna to fall into Dumbledore's hands, and boy had that been a surprise when he realized his counterpart was a red headed, green eyed girl. Sirius and Remus had done the same as their friends with their adopted child Orion, although according to both Hedwig and Fawkes everyone was worried over how to keep their children from Dumbledore's hands. Well lucky them, Phoenix academy had a solution; with a flick of his wrist 18 envelopes were stamped and with a brief flare from his Phoenix half eighteen Phoenixes flashed in grabbed an enveloped and with another flare of fire, wind, ice and shadow vanished from his office.
Potter Home June 29th 7:00 pm United Kingdom.
"James we have to do something I loved Hogwarts don't get me wrong but I cannot send Neville, your Ivanna and Remus and Sirius's Orion would be in just as much trouble. What the bloody hell do we do?" Frank ranted as he paced in front of the fire place with James, Lily, Remus and Sirius watching him.
"While there are other schools none but a few can stand up to Dumbledore as well as protect them when Tom rises again. Also those are invitation only and are so hard to get into it would never work." Lily said despondently as they all knew Voldemort was not dead just banished. They were quiet for a few more moments when a flash of Fire, Ice and Shadow erupted in front of them before fading to show three phoenixes hovering in front of them, each with and envelope in their beak. They all stared somewhat stupidly before Frank slowly walked forward and the Fire Phoenix gently flapped forward and gave Frank the Envelope. It was a Silver white color with an odd crest as a seal. Once frank got a clear look at the crest his face paled then brightened with such ecstatic joy that the others were surprised.
"Frank what is it?" Lily asked curiously. Frank laughed happily with such relief that the others were worried. The Shadow Phoenix flapped forward and offered its envelope to Sirius which he took after a moment of hesitation, as the Ice Phoenix did the same for James, before all three phoenixes rested at different points though out the room. There was a moment of group shock before cheers and hollers erupted from the room as five people laughed in relief for finally knowing how to keep their children safe. The group was loud enough that said children heard them outside and came running in, surprised by the parents actions. After several hugs the group finally settled down to explain things to their bewildered children.
All the adults stood and motioned for the children to sit as Remus cleared his throat to speak.
"Alright Ivanna, Neville and Orion I know you must be pretty confused so let me explain…" Remus briefed the children on their parent's worries about Dumbledore and Tom.
"As you can see the situation was extremely bleak however how much do you know about the other schools, the top five please?" Remus asked and it was Orion that answered.
"Well in fifth is Alexandria School of magic in Egypt but they'll only teach a few classes geared more toward curses and warding.
Fourth is Salem School for Witchcraft in Massachusetts United States they only teach girls however but their curriculum still put out very well educated people, although the graduation rate is a little low." Orion stopped here and Ivanna continued where he left off.
"Third if Ice Break Juncture of Magic in Greenland, they accept a fairly large broad group but they start education at 4 and lean more towards creatures than anything.
Second is Siren School of Magic is Japan And they focus on business more than anything.
First place easily goes to Phoenix Academy of Magical Arts of which no one knows where they are actually located, in order to protect the school. It is hands down the safest place in the world and has top of the line classes in every area, they accept any race and are very selective of who they choose, although no one is sure how candidates are chosen."
As the recitation ended the parents smiled and motioned Frank forward. Frank smiled at the puzzled look on his sons face and handed him the envelope which was actually addressed to him. The envelope was an icy silver color, and the school's crest had two ebony black night fury's, poised to strike on either side of a deep grey shield with a phoenix in flight on it was made from half water and half fire. Underneath the shield and dragons was crimson banner with gold lettering stating Phoenix Academy of Magical Arts which caused Neville's eyes to widen to extreme proportions.
Neville gently broke the seal and pulled out the letter within. He set the envelope aside and opened the letter carefully to the excited eyes of his closest friends and family. Taking a deep breath he read it aloud as he went.
Dear Mr. Neville Longbottom Heir Apparent of House Longbottom,
We are pleased to inform you that you have been selected as a candidate for the Phoenix Academy of Magical Arts. Our school is made for those who wish to learn and better both themselves and the world around them. We accept all students creature or otherwise, so make sure you are respectful to the other students. Our term begins August 15t h for first years, (will be explained) and August 17th for second year and up and ends June 30th. Schooling lasts a minimum of 7 years to 15 years maximum for those who wish to pursue mastery with a professor. Should you accept or decline this Invitation, Please inform the Phoenix which delivered this message they will then inform the staff and we will send someone to help you gather your supplies.
Sincerely Yours
Hadrian Angelus Asher
Headmaster of Phoenix Academy of Magical Arts
The other letters were the same but for changes in the names. As they each looked at their parents, excitedly asking if they could go, and were reassured that yes they could go. As the acceptances were given to the phoenixes, each flashed from the room and were gone for ten minutes before returning each with a packet in their claws.
Frank grabbed Neville's package as Lily did the same for Ivanna and Remus for Orion. They moved into the dining room and the three phoenixes followed them and each claimed a different spot in the room.
Neville POV
Neville watched with excitement as his dad opened the envelope containing information for his new school. This was way beyond cool and looking at his friends he could see they agreed. There was quite a lot of information and they each paused so that they could read the profile together. Ivanna cleared her throat and read the first paragraph under the schools crest.
Phoenix Academy of Magical Arts welcomes you as a student. Our school was founded in 1765 by the current head master Hadrian Angelus Asher. It is located in New Zealand under wards that have become strong enough that they have turned sentient and melded with the trees themselves. Phoenix academy offers a wide range of classes. School runs Monday through Saturday with Sunday marked as a free day. There is no attendance record as we trust the student to have enough drive to make it to their classes without supervision. Attacking another student unprovoked will be cause for detention, suspension up to and including having the aggressor be expelled depending on the severity of the incident. We take our student safety very seriously, and the entire forest is self-aware and will report any incidents to the staff.
They were all shocked by the fact that the person who founded the school was still alive and working as head master. They were also impressed by how far the staff will go to protect their students, although the class schedule was a little daunting with it going six days a week. Here Orion continued with the next paragraph, which had them gaping at the amount of classes one could take.
Classes offered here at Phoenix Academy are as follows;
Transfiguration- taught by Perenelle Flamel, Classification: Human
Charms- taught by Alexander Hywell, Classification: Fey
Potions- taught by Emmaline Verace, Classification: Elf
Combat- taught by Johnathan Evearstarr, Classification: Werewolf
Battle Magic- taught by Joseph Cambell, Classification: Weretiger
Runes- taught by Alice Noir, Classification: Druid
Arithmancy- taught by Susan Cartwright, Classification: Human
Blood Magic- taught by Samuel Darkov, Classification: Vampire
Divination- taught by Laevenir, Classification: Centaur
Creatures- taught by Seraph Lunaris, Classification: Elf
Alchemy- taught by Nicholas Flamel, Classification: Human
Death Magic- taught by Jackson Overland, Classification: Vampire
Soul Magic- taught by Corriandar Sevell, Classification: Fey
Elemental Magic- taught by Rosaline Vorece, Classification: Nymph
Forging- taught by Battleaxe, Classification: Goblin
Languages- taught by Samuelanar Vorten, Classification: Human/Fey
Music- taught by Adaline Novent, Classification: Elf
Flying- taught by Brom Stresson, Classification: Druid
History- taught by Carlisle Soven, Classification: Vampire
Healing- taught by Henri LeBau, Classification: Fey
Mind Magic- taught by Tenmaru Kenshin, Classification: Human
Chemistry- taught by Jon Powell, Classification: Human
Business- taught by Riptongue, Classification: Goblin
Household Magic- taught by Amy Wheatherspoon, Classification: Fey
Magical Theory- taught by Manuel Zandar, Classification: Human
Warding- taught by Astrid Meran, Classification: Druid
Defense against the Dark Arts- taught by Amanda Cour, Classification: Fey
Dark Arts- taught by Gunther Shultz, Classification: Vampire
Astronomy- taught by Rein, Classification: Centaur
Herbology- taught by Jamie Allens, Classification: Human
"So what classes do we want to take?" Ivanna asked shock clear in her voice as she tried to comprehend the amount of classes she could take. Thankfully Orion looked at the third page and brought our attention to it.
Year One Mandatory Classes are as Follows;
Transfiguration 1
Charms 1
Potions 1
Magical Theory 1
Creatures 1
History 1
Mind Magic 1
Combat 1
Please be aware that a student must take a minimum of three electives and a maximum of four. Please choose wisely as some classes may require previous education before being allowed entrance into said class. For Information on those classes please see the following page.
Blood Magic Pre-Requisites:
Runes 3
Elemental Magic 2
Language 2
Death Magic Pre-Requisites:
Runes 3
Arithmancy 3
Soul Magic 2
Alchemy Pre-Requisites:
Runes 3
Arithmancy 3
Transfiguration 3
Charms 3
Chemistry 2
Warding Pre-Requisites:
Runes 4
Battle Magic 4
Arithmancy 4
Creatures 3
Magical Theory 2
Healing Pre-Requisites:
Potions 4
Charms 4
Creatures 3
Runes 3
Transfiguration 4
"Holy Hell, this is going to be a lot of work, kids. Are you sure you're up for this?" Sirius asked shocked at the work load his kid was going to have to go through. All the kids nodded so they put effort into choosing which electives each kid would take. Neville decided on Herbology 1, Languages 1, Elemental Magic 1 and Runes 1, as he wanted to eventually gain mastery in Blood Magic, as it was known to be incredibly powerful but hard to learn as very few people knew it. Ivanna chose Runes 1, Elemental Magic 1, Soul Magic 1 and Battle Magic 1, as she hoped to gain mastery in both Death Magic and Healing. Finally Orion chose Runes 1, Arithmancy 1, Battle Magic 1 and Forging 1 as he wanted to become a Ward Smith and he was fascinated by the possibilities of creating things in the Forging class.
Having chosen their classes and hopeful careers they handed their complete packets to the phoenixes once again and waited in breathless excitement for them to return. It was another 15 minutes before they returned with a new set of packages in their talons. Neville grabbed the package meant for him while Ivanna and Orion did the same.
Thank you for accepting your classes, your schedule will be as follows:
Student: Neville Franklin Longbottom, Heir Apparent to House Longbottom, Classification: Human,
Year One Schedule:
Monday 5:30-6:30 Breakfast
7:00-8:30 Charms 1
8:45-10:15 Combat 1
10:30-12:00 Magical Theory 1
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:15-2:45 Creatures 1
3:00-4:30 Languages 1
4:45-6:15 Herbology 1
6:15-7:30 Dinner
Tuesday 5:30-6:30 Breakfast
7:00-8:30 Potions 1
8:45-10:15 Mind Magic 1
10:30-12:00 Transfiguration 1
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:15-2:45 History 1
3:00-4:30 Elemental Magic 1
4:45-6:15 Runes 1
6:15-7:30 Dinner
Wednesday 5:30-6:30 Breakfast
7:00-8:30 Charms 1
8:45-10:15 Combat 1
10:30-12:00 Magical Theory 1
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:15-2:45 Creatures 1
3:00-4:30 Languages 1
4:45-6:15 Herbology 1
6:15-7:30 Dinner
Thursday 5:30-6:30 Breakfast
7:00-8:30 Potions 1
8:45-10:15 Mind Magic 1
10:30-12:00 Transfiguration 1
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:15-2:45 History 1
3:00-4:30 Elemental Magic 1
4:45-6:15 Runes 1
6:15-7:30 Dinner
Friday 5:30-6:30 Breakfast
7:00-8:30 Charms 1
8:45-10:15 Combat 1
10:30-12:00 Magical Theory 1
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:15-2:45 Creatures 1
3:00-4:30 Languages 1
4:45-6:15 Herbology 1
6:15-7:30 Dinner
Saturday 5:30-6:30 Breakfast
7:00-8:30 Potions 1
8:45-10:15 Mind Magic 1
10:30-12:00 Transfiguration 1
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:15-2:45 History 1
3:00-4:30 Elemental Magic 1
4:45-6:15 Runes 1
6:15-7:30 Dinner
Sunday 5:30-7:00 Breakfast
Free Time
12:00-1:00 Lunch
Free Time
6:00-7:30 Dinner
Ivanna's was the same but with Soul Magic 1 in the place of Neville's Language 1 and Battle Magic 1 in place of Herbology 1. Orion had Arithmancy 1 in place of Neville's Herbology 1, Battle Magic in place of Language 1 and Forging in place of Elemental Magic 1. With their schedules gulped at and somewhat memorized they moved to the other page of information in their packet.
Your Need supplies are as Follows;
1 Magical Foci
2 Pewter Cauldrons
One set of Brass Scales
One Brass Telescope
Your Uniform will be given when a representative escorts you to our shopping center.
Runic Carving Set
3 Sets of Potion 1 Ingredients
Door to another Dimension by Amanda Clairbone
What Goes Up by Daniel Simmons
Ingredients and What They Do by Jonny Manel
From a Cauldron to a Bottle by Sarah Evens
The Universe Within by Amy Thornbeck
Into the Wild by Norman Elwing
Europe: From a Pebble to a Mountain by Joey Adams
Scenes from Time by Vlad Tamir
From a Moth to a Dragon by Ellen Verenski
Molecule to Atom to a Mountain by John Greyson
Ancient Mythology, Secrets Uncovered by Samuel Blake
Runic Dictionary of the Ages by Alan Henderson
From Country to Country by Carrie Swan
Seedling to Bloom by Arron Whiteoak
The Element Within by Marius Black
Students are allowed to bring any pet and or familiar as long as it will not attack unprovoked.
Students are also allowed to bring their own brooms.
Each student is responsible for their own Talan. Each Mallorn tree will support 2 Talan's which are individual quarters for each student, so two students per tree. There are a total of 126 Mallyrn's available at any given time so there is plenty of room for everyone. One escorted to the school you will be allowed to choose and decorate your Talan to your own desire's so long as no damage is done to the Mallorn tree. There will be a two day tour conducted on August 15 and 16 and is mandatory for all first years, and parents are invited to come with their child for those two days and stay in a guest Talan nearby. Each student is expected to hold a passing grade in all courses. If it is noticed that a student is having trouble, tutoring will be offered. Two consecutive failures of any given course may be grounds for termination from the academy.
Your escort will be Corriandar Sevell, Classification: Fey who teaches Soul Magic here at Phoenix Academy of Magical Arts. He will arrive by Phoenix on July August 1 to escort you and your family to the designated Shopping Area as Britain is unable to procure most of the required reading material. Professor Sevell will also be escorting the following individuals and their parents; Ivanna Potter Classification: Human, Orion Lupin-Black Classification: Werewolf and Soren Ameal Classification: Vampire. Upon the gathering of all the previous individuals Professor Sevell will then answer any further questions you have. We congratulate you on being accepted here at Phoenix Academy of Magical Arts and eagerly await your arrival.
Hadrian Angelus Asher
Headmaster of Phoenix Academy of Magic