Hunter Academy: Revenge of the Weakest

Chapter 949 218.1 - Another practice

The academy café was quieter than usual, the low hum of mana lamps casting a warm amber glow across the room as afternoon light filtered through the tall windows. The same large table near the back corner had become their unofficial meeting spot- tucked away, with just enough space to spread out notes, holo-screens, and half-finished drinks.

This time, the group had arrived with more efficiency, sliding into their seats without hesitation, their bags dropping with familiar weight onto the wooden floor.

"Alright," Jasmine said, tapping her fingers against the table rhythmically, "Let's not waste time. We already know the basics this time around, so we can start placing people right away!"

Layla nodded, arms crossed as she leaned back in her seat. "Five-person formation, Tri-Layer Pressure. That means front line, mid-pressure, and support."

"Right," Irina said, eyes already scanning a digital map projected from her tablet. "Three layers. And it's about pressure points, not just raw defense or offense."

Astron, already seated with his usual composed air, didn't speak. He simply watched, arms resting on the table, his sharp purple eyes observing as they moved into discussion. He didn't interrupt. Not yet. This was a test in itself-and one they needed to navigate.

Sylvie adjusted her sleeve and leaned in, voice calm. "So who takes the front line?"

Layla raised a hand without hesitation. "That's me. No question."

"Agreed," Jasmine said. "Layla's our shield. She anchors the formation."

Sylvie nodded. "Then Irina and Jasmine should be second line. You two apply pressure while rotating between support and direct offense."

Irina raised an eyebrow. "You're putting me in the mid-line? Not rear?"

"You're too aggressive to sit in the back," Jasmine replied, smirking. "Let Sylvie handle that. She can multitask between enchantments and support control better than anyone."