DISCLAIMER: I, sadly, do not own all Derek Landy characters (Valkyrie, Skulduggery, China, Erskine...etc) because they belong to the golden god himself. This idea of a mage academy is not mine either, I give credit to Madman2.60 and AmigoBwendolyn because their stories inspired me to write this one

Okay, on to the story!((NEW A/N: So even though I haven't even gotten through the first day, I'm doing edits on the format and chapters. I have 6 chapters and we're not even in the school, which means I am dragging the story. Hence the edits))

Valkyrie Cain sat on the edge of her bed, ankles crossed, looking around the room to see if she had forgotten something. Her clothes were packed, thankfully this magic academy did not require a school uniform. She left the decor on her walls and shelves, seeing how they'd only be a distraction once she actually got to the academy. She had her phone and laptop, pens and other stationery tucked away into her bags. Coming to the conclusion that everything she needed was packed, she smoothed her long, dark hair before standing up and bringing her bags to the front door.

She went to the kitchen, filling her plate with fresh pancakes and fruit, courtesy of her mum. Her dad, on the other hand, was still upstairs.

"Probably still getting dressed." her mum muttered, glancing at the untouched plate on the counter.

Valkyrie finished her breakfast and put her plate in the sink.

"How're you doing, Val?"

Her new name sounded weird coming from her mum's mouth. She had to take a new name, to make sure bad guys couldn't use her old name to control her. Being a direct descendant of an Ancient, there would be a lot of bad guys wanting to kill her. So, she was being shipped off to a magic academy where she could train and learn how to protect herself and her relatives (Yes, even Fergus and Beryl and the Toxic Twins) with the help of some protective sigils around the house.

"I'm doing fine, mum. Honestly, I can't think of any other way to spend the rest of my life. I was built for this badass-ness."

Her mum chuckled, shaking her head, "You were always quite the trouble maker."

Valkyrie beamed, a car honked outside.

"That's probably Gordon. You're really leaving?" Her dad came down the stairs, one foot socked, the other one bare.

"I am. I'm finally leaving so you two can start your retirement plans early." Valkyrie said

"Of course! We go check that villa Gordon hardly uses anymore, we can finally go to Italy. Have you ever wanted to go to Italy? I always wanted to go to Italy. I wanted to have you in Italy, think about it, you would've been able to-"

"Des" Valkyrie took advantage of the standstill and hugged the both of her parents tightly.

"Don't do drugs... what else was she not supposed to do?" her dad looked helplessly at her mum, but her mum just laughed

"Stay safe Steph"

"I will, mum. I promise." Valkyrie grabbed her bags and loaded them into the trunk of Gordon's car.

Her mum gave her one last hug, "Think of us." she whispered into her hair.

Valkyrie pulled away, "I will." she said, barely above a whisper.

She went into the car, turning around and waving at her parents until they became smaller and smaller and finally disappeared from sight.

xXx-xXx

Gordon told her all about the school, the classes and

"You'll see some pretty... well, I don't want to call them weird, but like..."

"They're pretty weird?"

He shrugged, "Yeah, pretty much."

She laughed, and sighed, looking back out the window.

"We're here." he said. Valkyrie turned to meet his eyes.

"I'll miss you" she lent over and hugged him

"Me too, what's your new name now?"

She grinned, "Valkyrie. Cain."

He nodded in approval, "I like it. "

So… that's the first chapter… what do you think?

As for the OCs… yes, there will be OCs, yes there will be at least a chapter in their POV. On to the OC form!

Taken Name:

Given Name: (optional)

Birthday:

Appearance:

Nationality: (optional)

Power:

Friends:

Family:

Enemies:

Frenemies:

Do you worship the Faceless Ones :

If so, are you in China's cult or Eliza Scorn's cult:

A bit about your personality:

A little history: (don't start with 'she was born' unless something significant happened)

Preferred significant other: (there may be a case she/he is taken but if youj want there can be love triangles)

Preferred Roommate: (Can be other ocs if they're okay with it)

Additional Info:

((A/N: All characters from the series will be mentioned. I have plans for all of 'em *evil snicker* but only characters up until book 9))