What The New York Magic College Dream With Ako Was Like...

 What The New York Magic College Dream Was Like, Featuring One Of My Friends, Ako Udagawa, Enjoy!

It was just another ordinary day—except it wasn’t. I was attending the New York Institute of Magic University, the most advanced and modern magical college in the country, right in the heart of New York City. The outside of the school looked just like any regular college building you'd find in Manhattan—red brick, tall windows, ivy crawling up the sides—but on the inside, it was something else entirely.

My classroom was on the second floor, just near the large cafeteria window. The smell of food drifted in from the lunchroom below as sunlight poured through the glass. Today’s lesson was part of our “Modern Applications of Wand Magic” lab. We weren’t learning ancient Latin spells or mixing weird potions from dusty scrolls—instead, we were programming our digital wands to interface with technology. My wand, sleek and black with glowing blue lines, could start a coffee machine, charge a phone, and even scan magical code.

I waved my wand and watched as it activated a series of enchanted LED lights in a testing cube. Sparks danced across the air like fireworks coded with purpose. The spell wasn’t just magic—it was modern, tech-enhanced magic. That’s what made this place different. It was 2025, after all, and the world had changed. Magic had evolved with it.

After class, I packed up my things and walked into the hall. The building was busy but clean, with glowing signs and magical elevators that hummed softly. As I made my way down a quiet hallway, I stumbled across a slightly open door to an unfamiliar room.

Curious, I peeked inside—and froze.

The walls were covered in colorful fan art of Hailey Banks from Hailey’s On It. Posters, digital sketches, enchanted drawings that moved slightly with charm spells—they were everywhere. Some were adorable, some epic, and a few hilariously dramatic. I stepped closer, smiling a little. I wasn’t expecting to find a shrine to a cartoon character in a magic college, but I couldn’t deny it was kinda awesome.

I spun around to see a teacher smiling warmly, holding a coffee mug with Hailey’s face on it. Embarrassed, I stammered something awkward and dashed out the door, my face probably as red as a phoenix feather.

I wandered further into the college, which felt more like a magical shopping mall than a school. The floors were shiny, the ceilings high, and enchanted digital signs floated above hallways with directions to dorms, classrooms, and lounges. Eventually, I found myself on the first floor near the library, where I entered the main office.

The room was medium-sized but cozy, with soft lighting and enchanted plants floating in the air. There was a small clinic section to the right, separated by a glowing privacy curtain. Behind the desk sat a kind-looking lady with bright eyes and a warm smile. She reminded me of someone who could be both a healer and a best friend at the same time.

Before I could say anything, another student walked in. She had long dark hair with streaks of purple, cool gothic vibes, and a calm confidence that felt magical all on its own.

It was Ako Udagawa.

Yep—the very same Ako from the band Roselia, now apparently a student at the New York Institute of Magic University. She looked at me with curiosity and then gave a polite nod. The office lady beamed and said, “You two should explore the school together!”

So we did.

Me and Ako walked through the hallways and eventually arrived at the library. And wow—it was stunning. The space looked like it was pulled straight out of the 1980s or 1990s, with wood-paneled walls, comfy reading chairs, and classic lamps—but with modern magic enhancements. The books floated back to shelves on command, and enchanted terminals sorted information with the flick of a wand.

Despite the vintage feel, the library carried all the newest books too. It had two floors, with spiral staircases, glowing shelves, and even a high-tech manga section that looked like a magical bookstore from another dimension.

Ako and I spent a while browsing the manga section. She was especially interested in magical girl series, and I found a few books on wand coding and spell development in modern society. It was the kind of place you could get lost in for hours—and we nearly did.

Eventually, our stomachs growled, and we headed into the cafeteria. The place was styled like a food court straight out of a high-end mall—bright, lively, and full of delicious smells. We ordered cheeseburgers, fries, and cold lemonade, and sat near the window that looked out into the open courtyard where students practiced spells and summoned familiars.

We laughed, we ate, and we talked about everything—music, magic, classes, and how surreal it all felt. This place, this experience—it wasn’t just a school. It was a whole world.

The New York Institute of Magic University wasn’t just about learning spells. It was about discovering yourself in a modern world where magic had caught up with time.

And I couldn’t wait to see what would happen next.