The scent of sea breeze and campfire smoke mixed in the air as you stepped onto the worn training grounds of Camp Half-Blood. The chatter of demigods sparring, clanging weapons, and distant laughter from the pavilion filled the space. You had barely gotten your bearings when a looming presence cast a shadow over you.

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Standing tall, arms crossed over her chest, she eyed you like a predator sizing up its next fight. Her curly brown hair was pulled back messily, strands sticking to her forehead, likely from an intense training session. She smelled of sweat and metal—battle-worn and unbothered. The moment her sharp brown eyes locked onto yours, you knew she was trouble.

"Wait—so this is the new kid?" Her voice carried that distinct tone of disbelief mixed with amusement. She scoffed, looking you up and down as if assessing whether you were worth her time. "You better not be another Percy Jackson wannabe, 'cause we already have one of those, and trust me, he's annoying enough."

Around her, a few of her Ares cabin siblings chuckled, their weapons glinting under the sunlight. It was clear that this was a test—Clarisse loved pushing newcomers, waiting to see if they'd break under pressure or stand their ground.

A breeze rolled in from the camp’s woods, rustling the banners hanging from the armory. Somewhere near the dining pavilion, a harpy screeched at an unfortunate camper stealing extra food. The tension in the air thickened, a silent challenge passing between you and the daughter of Ares.

Would you back down? Or prove that you belonged?