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Below is a list of holidays generally celebrated by the Magical world. Each are given a description of the traditions and aesthetic, as well as examples of modern human holidays around the same yearly time.

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The Whitehorn family has been known since the beginning of written magical history. Along with a handful of other Deas family names, the name of a Whitehorn is usually given with severe pride. They are spread all over the world; centrally within North America, however. The Deas and Deus of the Whitehorn line are well respected within the ICMA and what is still known as the Conclave. They have always been associated with the Earth element and most known Titles are of the Forest, the Stone, and the Blossoms. It is rumored that the Whitehorn family is the guardian of the Deas origin object; though there has been no evidence to confirm it. Earlier generations of the Whitehorn line are known to be regal-like, and very strict in their ways. Meanwhile, the more present generations are known to be more accepting and open-minded. However both generations hold one thing in common: they are fiercely protective of those both within the family as well as loved ones.

The Norwood line is a lesser known Deas family. There are few who are Titled and over the decades, they have become more reclusive. Norwoods generally spend their time in more rural areas, often having large estates hidden away within a forest. They also are ruled by the Earth element, however to a much lesser degree.

The Norwood and Whitehorn lines were joined when Thina Whitehorn married Trystan Norwood. It wasn’t a long marriage, and Trystan disappeared--presumably back to the Norwood estate in midwestern America. No one has heard from him and there has been tensions between the Deas lines since then.

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The Beginnings

Greenwood Plantation was once a human owned land and was previously known as Burwell Plantation. It was well known as typical southern plantation--slavery included. Michaelus Greenwood, a Magi, wanted a place for the magical. He believed they needed a haven to learn and grow freely as their true nature, but also safely hidden away. Greenwood took over Burwell Plantation--though how he did so is a bit fuzzy. Some stories say he paid an amicable amount for the property while others say there was magic involved. Either way sometime around 1802, Greenwood Academy opened for all those magical. Managed by the Greenwood family, the Academy become one of the top magical schools in the world.

During the War

After the magical prison breakout, Greenwood Plantation became under suspicion. The faculty attempted to keep their secret as best they could and avoided getting involved with the war. It wasn’t until nearly all students were taken out of school by their families that the school became a protected and guarded sanctuary for those who needed a place to go. The Greenwood family, while no longer running the Academy, still holds some authority over the Academy’s decisions. They held off on getting involved as a more militaristic location, the campus serving more as a medical and sheltering role. There was more than a handful of deaths on campus, as well as one or two attacks on the campus, however they stayed relatively safe.

After the War

The fate of Greenwood Academy was not defined until 1991, one year after the war ended. September 1991, the Academy’s doors reopened, this time publically for all to see. Due to pressure from the ICMA, in 1994, Greenwood Academy welcomed human students. It was the first school to do so, adapting all its extracurriculars and curriculum to allow a seamless transition for human students. They already had been teaching subjects similar--if not identical--to human schools anyway.

The Diamond Chalice & Relationships with Other Schools

Each of the magical schools within the United States are unique in character. It’s this that makes them quite competitive in nature when it comes to The Diamond Chalice. Also known as the Calix Adamas, each school competes for a literal diamond chalice every year. Judged on academic scholarship, community outreach and service, and athletics, a group of neutral magical beings decide the winner. Each March, the Diamond Chalice games are held at Greenwood Academy where each school presents themselves to be judged. A select few students are nominated by faculty for each category. For academic scholarship, a decathlon is held where four students from each school participate. For community outreach and service, two students from each school creatively presents what their school has done to service their community (on and off campus). This can be done from anything as a simple PowerPoint or even a more elaborate presentation. As for athleticism, there is a week long group of events that range from teamed sports to individual obstacle courses. At the end of the week, scores are tallied and the winner announced. It is considered an honor to hold the Diamond Chalice at their school, but the main reason the competition exists is to push both the school and students to improve themselves.

Relations between the schools can be strained. Instead of a singular competitive relationship, each school feels that way about the others. To view more information on the other schools, click here.

Previous Headmasters

Because of the longer life spans of the magical, Greenwood has had less headmasters than most boarding schools. There have been a total of seven headmasters before Headmistress Thina Norwood. She is the first Deas to be placed in charge of Greenwood Academy, and most of her predecessors were Magi.

1802 - 1904 Headmaster Michaelus Greenwood 1904 - 1945 Headmistress Analisa Greenwood 1945 - 1946 Headmaster Fitzgerald Williamton 1947 - 1960 Headmistress Aurelia Scarlet 1960 - 1985 Headmaster Zander Krauss 1986 - 1992 Headmaster Lucien Le Doux 1993 - 2001 Headmaster Ward Daniels 2002 - Present Headmistress Thina Norwood

Headmistress Thina Norwood

A kind, professional woman with a genuine compassion for those around her, she's a favorite amongst students and coworkers alike. She's one of those Deas who not only remembers your name, but also what you talked about last, even if that was six months ago. For all her calm and happy exterior, once you've made her angry and seen the extent of her ice cold temper, you never quite look at her the same.

She cares deeply for the school and does her best to uphold herself to a high standard--one that Michaelus Greenwood would be proud of. Her beliefs in equality, fairness, and positive action are what makes her stand apart from her predecessors. She’s the first Headmistress to take in the opinion of the local human community leaders. However, because of the loss of her sister, Thina is a strong advocate for caution and safety. She can be very strict when it comes to rules that, when broken, could jeopardize the safety of her staff and students. She is one of the few leading members of the magical community who believes in the threats of the Order of Glaine.

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The Order of Glaine

Glaine G-l-ain [noun] gaelic; 1. Cleanness, purity. 2. Brightness, clearness

Druids were in power thousands of years prior to the magical world coming into existence. Well educated and professional, these celtic peoples were among the most influential and powerful magical beings of their time. Translated as the “hidden people” they faded into myth and legend as time went on and the world progressed past the magical. Soon enough the magical world came into being and the druids were believed to have been all but extinct; their rituals and beliefs along with them. However those who survived and knew of their heritage either hid away or assimilated with the world. There were some, however, who continued to fight in secret to preserve magic in its purest forms—through peaceful means, of course. Traditions needed to be upheld. However, before peace between the magical and human worlds was made, violence was present. That violence, to some druids, led them to believe that peace couldn’t be upheld. Soon the Order of Glaine was formed, and as everyone else began to settle down into a calm future, they began to plot. The world had entered an age where magic is known but not accepted completely. They believe it their duty to restore the world to how it once was; else it be lost forever.

Beliefs

Druids are firm believers that one’s soul is immortal and after death will enter another’s body. Some believe in one deity while others believe in multiple. The Order of Glaine are polytheistic and tolerate diversity regardless of one’s heritage. They are, however, extremely distrustful and if they find that their gods and goddesses do not approve of someone, they hold no hesitation to reject them. The druids also believe in the otherworld: realms which exist beyond the physical senses. It is viewed as the place we travel to die but can be visited through dreams, meditation, etc.

How are Druids different than Magi?

The only main difference between the two is by name; druids is the original title of Magi. As civilizations became bigger and more modern, those who practiced spellwork took on a more modern title--Magi. Those who prefer to go by the name druid usually are the ones who prefer to live and abide by the old rules of magic.

The Order of Glaine

There are rumors that the order has been around for decades, even since the very beginning of druid organizations. However, they have been slowly and quietly been making themselves known to the world. Lead by a druid woman named Fas, they push forward to return the world as a whole to its rightful state. What may that be you ask? It’s not quite clear yet but all that some can venture to say is that in order to return to the world that once prospered, a few things must happen. First, magic must be the forefront of all things once more. They should not be forced to hide away as if ashamed by their powers. Secondly, technology cannot rule. It may provide usefulness but it is not allowed to control the movement of the world. Thirdly, a new ruling power must be created. Ineffectiveness and corruption will not help the world or its people.

Who is Fas?

There is little known about Fas before she formed the Order. It is known that she once lived a normal life in Ireland with family and children but that was destroyed when the conflicts between worlds occurred. She lost her family and most of her friends during that time and her grief turned her to anger and fear. There is large speculation that her magic is so powerful because in true druidic belief her soul has been reincarnated many times over. One of the few who have a connection to her past lives, Fas knows more knowledge than many modern-druids could dream of.

Members of the Order

There is little knowledge of who has joined up the new cause. All that is known is those who suffered from the war or injustice have gained empathy towards the order’s purpose. There are a handful of druids who advise and lead along with Fas and the reach of the Order of Glaine is far more international than believed. What is known is that members could be just about anyone: poets, political leaders; even doctors or healers.

Why recruit the young?

Because the younger generations have not yet lived many past lives, according to the beliefs of the druids. They are easy to manipulate and shape into the perfect followers. In fact many druid/Magi parents offer up their children to the Order of Glaine so that they may gain favor and rank. Though this practice was not originally approved by Fas, since her own child was lost because of the choices of elders. Over time, however, her anger turned her towards the desperation of needing more supporters.

Leadership and Ranks

The Order is one filled with many factions. Each has a leader who reports back to the Elders, those who are close and loyal to Fas. However, the Elders are rarely seen--nor do they go by their true name. It is believed that to personally interact with an Elder means you’ve either done something truly wrong or truly great. They are cloaked and no one sees their faces--about the only time their names and roles are known is with close family members. The factions rarely interact unless they’re living in proximity of one another--which few do. Fas is a strong leader, a warrior, who isn’t afraid to show her face or fight her own battles. In fact, each new recruit has counsil with her once they join the Order. Most don’t see her any other time than that.

Fas ↓ Elders ↓ Faction Leader ↓ Faction Members

What is to Come

There is chatter in the underground of an attack against those who oppose the order, however, no one can tell just where that may be. There are plenty of targets around the world and only so many people willing to believe in such fairytale stories. But there may not be enough time to counteract with such little resources. Their first steps to their ultimate plan is to acquire the Eighteen Origins. The Eighteen Origins are objects special to each race and each are associated with a specific legend or myth on the creation of the race. Few believe they even exist. However, each race secretly has the Keepers; those who know the location of their race’s Origin object. It is passed down through the generations, though over time, the knowledge has been lost. With all eighteen, Fas and the Order of Glaine can use their magic to do as they please--even control each race.

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The Cieli Guard

Their Role

The Cieli Guard has been around since the eldest of the races can remember. Originally made up of only Titled Deas and Deus, along with their assigned Caelestis, when time came to combat against the circle of Magi they enlisted other races. Their code is the safety of the world above all else. Highly skilled and equipped, even in the human realm, they continue to protect the magical internationally. All rules are enforced by them and most Deas families still request their protection today. The Cieli Guard protects the entrance to the Cieli Realm and regulate who can and cannot go through.

Leadership

General - In charge of the entire Cieli Guard, commands all operations that occur.

Commander - Commands groups and their captains in all regions of the human realm.

Captain - Commands individual groups in their assigned region.

Lieutenant - Specialized Cieli Guard leader. They are in charge of specific missions or goals of the Cieli Guard.

Recruitment

All races are allowed to apply for recruitment. Much like the human army, one can enlist so long as they:

have acquired their high school diploma or equivalent

are in good moral and physical condition

Once enlisted, a recruit will pass a physical test as well as an aptitude test. After completing both they will be assigned to a regional training session for training.

#fun facts #cieli guard

Below are the current students’s course schedules. Keep in mind that each student is given a schedule that best fits their goals given to their Guidance Counselor, as well as, the requirements needed to graduate on time. All questions and concerns should be addressed to your assigned Guidance Counselor.

To view the course catalog click here. To view the faulty and staff click here.

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In some ways, the Deas and Deus resemble the mythologies of the Roman and Greek gods and goddesses; though minus much of the scandal and sex. They have always been considered the highest ruling race since as far back as the Cieli history can go. History states that before there was a formal structure to society, a council of existing races agreed that as magic developed and grew, there needed to be some form of oversight and ruling party.

The Deas were the obvious choice since they had control over most of the world’s magic at the time and also seemed to be otherworldly since their first arrival. Since then there has been a Conclave of Deas, where each family is represented by their Titled member.

As the generations went on and wars were fought, there became plenty of tensions between the other races and the Deas. Without fail, there would always be some who thought themselves better because of their power.

However, when the migration of the races began, every being seemed to agree that the Conclave needed to take full control once more. That has yet to cease over the years since becoming known in the human realm.

The Conclave agreed that they could still rule in secret from the humans, but also instituted new rules and regulations to continue their peaceful existence with the humans. The Cieli Guard grew even more and became the ruling law enforcement of the magical. The Conclave also decided that Titled Deas are encouraged to pass on their Title to their younger family members sooner, seeing as the human world becomes more progress and different with each generation.

Because of how expansive the world is now, the Deas don’t have bordered off territories, and not all families have true influence in the Conclave. Just as with the humans, corruption and conflict is possible.

In present day, the Conclave meet regularly with each family represented by one member who then reports back to those who are Titled and in charge of the family. They have a hidden estate in New Hampshire where meetings are held.

Even though ICMA is the ruling government for the magical now, the Conclave’s opinions are still taken into account.

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The genetics of the magical are similar to that of the humans. Each being is given the genetics of their parents. They acquire dominant and recessive genes. The races themselves could be considered dominant and recessive, which is shown below.

Dominant - only one of the gene is necessary to express the trait Recessive – two of the gene must be identical to express the trait

When it comes to those with parents of different races, the occurrence of a half-breed offspring is low. Consider that only 30% of the time there is an offspring who magically resemble both races of their parents. The list below will help explain the races with dominant and recessive genes.

Dominant:

Caelestis Chameleon Demon Dwarf Giant Light Elf Magi Phoenix Werewolf

Recessive:

Banshee Dark Elf Deas/Deus Dragon Faerie Golem Nymph Valkyrie Vampire

Examples:

Light Elf mother + Faerie father = Light Elf offspring Vampire mother + Phoenix father = Phoenix offspring

For offspring of two dominant races or two recessive races are based on the following scale of probability of the genes being more prominent, meaning the odds of an offspring being them:

Caelestis – 90% Light Elf – 85% Chameleon – 83% Magi – 80% Demon – 76% Dwarf – 70% Giant – 68% Werewolf – 60% Phoenix – 40%

Example: Caelestis mother + Dwarf father = Caelestis offspring

Deas/Deus – 98% Dark Elf – 95% Faerie – 89% Dark Elf – 80% Valkyrie – 74% Banshee – 70% Nymph – 68% Vampire – 60% Golem – 49% Dragon – 28%

Example: Vampire mother + Dark Elf father = Dark Elf offspring

While magic is completely dependent on the dominant genes, physical appearance is not. The outward appearance of an offspring is often unpredictable. The ability to fly, however, is often recessive meaning both parents must have wings in order for the offspring to be able to fly.

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