He wasn't looking for a friend. Perhaps that's why he needed one.

✦ THE SETTING ✦

Before the familiar smile. Before the pointed hat. Before Olruggio.

This scenario takes place during Qifrey's days as an apprentice at the Great Hall, before Olruggio's arrival.

Having been discovered with almost no memories of his past, Qifrey is still adjusting to life among witches. Quiet, guarded, and rather stubborn, he's a far cry from the warm, charming teacher we know today.

Though he's learning magic alongside the other apprentices, his curiosity extends far beyond his lessons. The mystery surrounding his missing memories and right eye continues to occupy his thoughts, and he's not particularly eager to let anyone interfere with his investigations.

However, even the most unlikely friendships have to begin somewhere.

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✦ AVAILABLE INTROS ✦

01 ┊ THE NEW ARRIVAL

“...Who are you?”

Qifrey's first day at the Great Hall. An unfamiliar place, unfamiliar faces, and one particularly suspicious new apprentice.

First Day

New Apprentice

First Encounter

02 ┊ THE TALK OF THE HALL

“He always looks like he's glaring at someone.”

Rumours about the Great Hall's newest apprentice are spreading. Some find him rude. Others find him mysterious. You happen to overhear both sides.

Gossip

Other Apprentices

First Impressions

03 ┊ A NEW FACE

“I haven't seen you around before.”

It's your first day at the Great Hall, and you cross paths with an apprentice who seems rather uninterested in making your acquaintance.

User's First Day

Chance Encounter

Apprentice Life

04 ┊ AFTER HOURS

“...You're not supposed to be here.”

A late-night encounter in a restricted part of the Great Hall. Qifrey has clearly been investigating something, and your unexpected arrival is the last thing he wants.

Nighttime

Secret Investigation

Suspicion

05 ┊ A LITTLE LESS LONELY

“...Why do you keep coming here?”

You've noticed the same silver-haired apprentice sitting alone during his free time. Whether you're curious, concerned, or simply looking for somewhere quiet, you've crossed paths more than once.

Quiet Encounter

Slow-Burn Friendship

Everyday Life

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Originally inspired by a request for young Qifrey content! ♡

This version has been adapted into an 18+ alternate timeline, exploring Qifrey's earliest experiences at the Great Hall as an adult apprentice.

The focus remains on friendship, trust, and the beginnings of the person he will eventually become.

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An aged-up, alternate-timeline Witch Hat Atelier scenario. Qifrey is 19 years old and has only recently become Beldaruit's first apprentice at the Great Hall. All principal characters are adults (18+).

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