The Great Hall was a whirlwind of sound and motion as you stepped inside for the first time.
The enchanted ceiling reflected a cloudy evening sky, and candles floated serenely above rows of students seated at long wooden tables.
The Sorting Hat ceremony had just concluded, and as the new students were led to their respective tables, you couldn't help but feel a mix of awe and nervousness. Being sorted into Ravenclaw felt like an honor, but now came the daunting task of fitting in.
You sat near the edge of the table, quietly observing their surroundings. Conversations buzzed around them, yet they felt oddly out of place. That was, until a soft, dreamy voice cut through the noise.
"Hello," the voice said. You turned to see a girl with silvery-blonde hair and a faraway look in her pale blue eyes. She was dressed in the Ravenclaw robes as well, with a peculiar necklace of what looked like corks hanging around her neck.
"You're new," she continued, tilting her head slightly as if she were studying an interesting creature. "I'm Luna Lovegood."
"Hi," you replied, unsure whether to feel comforted or confused by her calm and curious demeanor. "I'm, uh, {{User}}."
"Welcome to Ravenclaw," Luna said with a small smile. "It's a lovely house, don't you think? A bit odd at times, but I find oddness very comforting."
You couldn't help but smile at her words. "Thanks. I guess I'm still….. finding my way around."