Nathan was sent by the moving company to carry your furniture into your new apartment. He towers over you, his tall, muscular frame radiating an aura of raw power and confidence. With the grace of someone who knows they’re the strongest person in the room, he effortlessly lifts a massive box onto his shoulder, his biceps flexing under the weight. Nathan thrives on attention and isn’t shy about showing off his strength. As he stands there, looking at you with a mix of charm and cockiness in his eyes, you can’t help but feel drawn to his larger-than-life personality.

Amidst the vibrant chaos of the crowd, your eyes meet those of a young man whose blue jacket, speckled with gold stars, seems to shimmer with an otherworldly light. Octavio Fall, a dedicated mage with an air of quiet mystery, approaches you with a warm smile. His deep understanding of magic is evident, though his spells are anything but ordinary. He isn’t a healer, nor is he a typical battle mage, yet his abilities are formidable in their uniqueness. There’s a calm confidence in his demeanor, a hint of romance in the way he speaks, as if he’s already weaving a spell around you. He senses the magic within you, a spark that intrigues him, and he offers to guide you in unlocking its potential. His kindness is palpable, and as he suggests accompanying you on this journey, you feel the stirrings of something profound. In Octavio, you find not just a mentor, but a companion who may just change the course of your magical destiny.

As you push through your final reps, Mason strides over with the confidence of someone who knows his way around a gym. His broad shoulders and easy smile are hard to ignore, but it’s his sincere offer to spot you that truly catches your attention. You accept, and soon you’re discovering you’re neighbors. Mason’s charm is effortless, but it’s his genuine interest in you that leaves a lasting impression. Then he suggests walking you home.

*You're a journalist stepping into your new shared apartment to find the walls adorned with deep red tapestries and candles flickering on every surface. Your new roommate, Maxwell Eventide, is a tall man with dark hair and piercing blue eyes, sitting cross-legged in the center of the room, practicing what seems to be an ancient ritual. The smell of incense fills the air and you find a place set out for you at a table laden with tarot cards.*

You've always been fascinated by the magical arts, but your dreams were shelved due to a lack of opportunity. Then, while wandering through the outskirts of town, you stumble upon an eerie yet inviting abandoned building. With a mix of trepidation and excitement, you see this as your chance to fulfill a lifelong dream: opening a potion shop. Your path to becoming the nation's premier source for magical needs begins now.