Originally Posted by PureBlood64

Katie put up her hand and said "Uruz would be a good one because it means a lot of awesome things, then also would Kenaz, for help in work" She said smiling as she looked back down at her book to see other runes.

Originally Posted by Jake_Lockley8672

Jamie raised her hand and said, "The Kenaz would be a good Rune to have on a desk to help with the wisdom, insight, or a solution to a problem." She had a hard time thinking outside the box.

Originally Posted by *AiryFairy*

Alice raised her hand "I think Kenaz would defiantly be a good one to have as it would help with inspiration for answers , it is a study aid and the fact that is can help with dispelling anxiety and fear would be very very helpful in exams."

Originally Posted by B~Lee

Wow a teacher that wanted them to Damage school Property. Awesooommee!!!. She raised her hnd quickly because she remember one "Well I would say Kenaz because it offers wisdom and insight." and goodness knows she needed that

Originally Posted by hermygirl

Hang on...they were going to be carving on the table? Grin. Things were certainly looking up, now. Even if the start of the lesson had managed to go straight over his head.

He raised his hand, after scanning the textbook for a vaguely interesting rune. "Algiz?" he questioned. "Apparently it can be used as a shield or protection, which might be good in the face of trying new magic and it going wrong. Save damaging the furniture or other people..." He might have been thinking of himself at that point. Ahem. "The channelling energies definition might also help in getting things focused and therefore correct?"

Originally Posted by Poisonedbyyou

Originally Posted by leridanusws

"Ingwaz, it means productivity. The rune on a desk could stimulate a student to work better," Lila responsed.

Originally Posted by top94a

Raven carving is Isa, book say it must reinforce magic magic and a shield too, and yes may freezes any object. "Is this okay, Professor?"

Originally Posted by Tegz

They were gonna carve up the furniture?

EPIC!

Jim was so pleased with this that he grinned at Lexi and raised his hand to answer, without bothering to open his textbook.

"Ansuz for communication, and Ehwaz for the same thing. They'd be stronger in ligature too since Ehwaz would support Ansuz enough to strengthen it's meaning and a lot of Rune stuff is about communication anyway. It might help people... er... me, get it."

Originally Posted by Roselyn

"Ansuz and Wunjo could be beneficial." Mmhmm most definitely. "Ansuz, being a rune of good health, wisdom, wise decisions, and success, could definitely help with the learning process. Everyone knows a healthy mind means that you are more than likely to retain more information and probably have a clearer mind which in turn, helps you think better... which could also lead to a better opportunity at success." Right? Maybe. "Plus wise decisions not only help with, not fooling around when you should be doing schoolwork, but it could also help with putting more detailed and thought out answers into your work as well instead of getting it done as quickly as possible."

"Wunjo can definitely help considering it's the rune of success, motivation, completion of tasks, and joy." Oh the joy of schoolwork. "Success is pretty self explanatory, everyone wants to be successful with the work they do...but I don't know anyone who doesn't need motivation sometimes to get their work done. And to actually be happy doing it too." Because schoolwork, was terribly boring.

She wanted to carve stuff though! Carve...into...wood. Stuff!

Originally Posted by Mad Eye Touz

Originally Posted by Pinky

Oh AWESOME! Cue more bouncing followed by some serious page turning. Lexi engrossed herself in the textbook searching for Runes that would be beneficial to them. Raising her hand she called out, "I agree that Thurisaz would be beneificial since it promotes study habits, as well as Ansuz because of the communication, truth, and wisdom aspect. Ummm... also Kenaz because of study aid and energy and Wunjo for the completion of tasks and inspiration." Whoa... She just really GROOVED with Ancient Runes. Nice.

Originally Posted by PattyH.

A sneaky thought crept into his mind, and it made selecting the runes extra easy, "Professor I would suggest Wunjo and Dagaz!" Patroclus smiled, pointing silently to Destiny, that it would mean that there desk would be inscribed with Runes that greatly ressembled P and D! Why was that imporant?

Patroclus and Destiny of course!

"Wunjo, would be effective because the rune promotes Achievement, Success as well as Motivation. All things a student would wish to get out of their education! Cause who doesn't enjoy the satisfy feeling of completing something!" Patroclus was stubborn when it came to get jobs down, so this Rune was perfect for him.

"Then with Dagaz, it's all about clarity, and awareness. It would help a student to focus, leading to positive outcomes!"
P and D! Best Runes Ever!

Originally Posted by Anna Banana

Now all she had to do was fine a rune that she believed would be beneficial to carve into her work area. Scanning the page a bit more, she raised her hand when she came across one that look perfect for her. "Eihwaz," she announced. "You see, Professor, when I first came to class, I was a little nervous because I don't know much about Ancient Runes at all. Actually, I don't know anything about Ancient Runes."

She glanced back down in her book and read, "...but it says here Eihwaz represents things like change, initiation, and confrontation of fears. I think that perfectly fits someone like me. I think carving it into the table would help give us strength and determination to continue with things that are new and possibly unheard of for us."

Originally Posted by fanficfanatict

Looking through the book she saw two runes that spoke out to her: the raidho and the haglaz. The first of the two meant a journey and wasn't that what learning was all about- the journey and the change you make on that journey? The second was the haglaz which meant a disaster. From the time she was younger Selina learned that failure and disasters were natural and part of the learning experience.

She raised her hand and answered just that, "Professor, what about the raidho and the haglaz? One signifies the journey and don't we all go through a journey in school that perfects our person? And the haglaz is a trial or destruction. In school don't we all learn from our mistakes? Isn't that what learning is?" Selina asked.

Of course she was not sure if his question was even rhetorical so when she was done she blushed from her embarrassment.

Originally Posted by Magical Soul

Hmm...

Success, wise decisions! Found it!

Louisa raised her hand. "What about Ansuz, sir?" She started looking down at the description. "One of its meaning is balance which's basically what this universe teaches us every time we learn from it." Pause. "communication, a revealing message, and justice; they're all what education interfers in; Like the way people and creatures communicate with each other. The message behind the existance of beings and things. Achieving justice by putting down laws and knowing others' rights. All of those mean we need to learn first to attain...Ansuz." Another dramatic pause. "And its magical uses include success and wise decisions... which support my analysis maybe?" She finished without realizing that she actually enjoyed that!

Originally Posted by aussiegirl

As much as carving into the desks sounded like lots of fun. It obviously meant that they had to use their wands to do it. Mia wasn't sure that was a good idea on her part even though she hadn't set anything on fire in quite a while there was still a possibility that it would happen.

Mia looked through her text book and found a couple of runes she thought would be helpful and raised her hand in the air. "I suppose you could use the rune Thurisaz since it is a regenerative catalyst and helps with self discipline and concentration in spite of any negative forces. It is an excellent study aid and keeps your focus.

"Then there is the rune Mannaz which symbolises intelligence, creativity and forward thinking. And it implies cooperation between individuals for the common good."

Originally Posted by Macavity

Originally Posted by Lezleighd

Satine glanced down at the Chapter and at the symbols. She decided to pick one that looked brilliant first and then see if she could relate it to the question...she found one instantly towards the bottom of the page. She shot her hand up, "Professor, I would scribble in the Dagaz." she said sounding it out hoping she was saying it right..." because it seems to help you focus and have a positive outlook and outcome and gives you clarity." she said with a little nod.

Originally Posted by feltbeatslover22

Huh? Whaaa? Oh it was Neptune. The Blonde grinned at her younger friend whom was sat on once side of her but it was too late to make conversation, the lesson had started.

Trixie opened up her text book to the fifth chapter, eying it momentarily before relaxing over what the subject was about. It just listed the Runes, the Elder Futhark Runes to be exact. Well that wasn't too bad then was it.

But then a question was being proposed, which Runes would be useful to carve on your desk? Surely there were a lot nicer things that could be carved on there? Anyway, there was a question to be answered. The Head Girl raised her hand high after glancing briefly over the page. "I think the most important one on here would be the Kenaz Rune. For me, Wisdom is key in life, to progress and everything, and seeing as it symbolises insight as well, its two in one really" she stated. Cos you know, not EVERYONE was a Ravenclaw and had natural knowledge, we needed to gain it somewhere. "But i'd also say Wunjo as well, because its about achieving your goals, and whilst we're in school, our goals are to do well and progress when we leave. By having this rune carved into there, I feel that we'd be able to work better..." Yeah she was talking a load of rubbish.

The Blonde briefly glanced around the classroom, only to spot someone hiding at the back. Her eyes fell on him and then down to the chair next to her. She signaled with her head for him to come over, and join her. She knew that out of any of the classes, this would be the one he'd be most confused in.

Originally Posted by Gabben

"Lets see... well Dagaz for breakthrough, awareness... but I would have to go with Mannaz because it has Intelligence, forethought, create, skill, and ability."
*Feeling a little bad about this he didn't want to carve into the desk. Wasn't that what professors told us not to do?Sitting back he waited for what to do next.*

Originally Posted by HogwartsHokage

Jenny's eyes grew wide. They were going to carve on school property? That's crazy...but it was only once in a while that could happen. As soon as Jenny scanned through the list of runes in her book, she raised her hand. "What about Algiz, Professor?" Jenny asked. "It's used to provide protection and support."

Originally Posted by grangerfan8

Slowly her free hand rose to give a response. "Ehwaz can be used for communication with whoever is sitting at your table." She gave Ivory a playful nudge. "For class purposes of course." Nod. Back to her response. "Isa for reinforcement of other magics since...I guess runes is other magic...in sense I guess?" Shrug. She really didn't know. "Hagalaz for removing unwanted influences cause we don't want them around while trying to work. Wunjo because we want to be successful in our work. Kenaz for the inspiration to keep working. And Uruz to understand what we are working on."

Originally Posted by lilithpotter

"Kenaz to help you retain the infromation that is taught to have better knowledge of runes or any other subject, algiz for the protection and the assistance ithat may be needed to strive and complete, Jera, this class. she finished talking and hoped that was a good anwser.

Originally Posted by CreativeAllie18

Alice looked down the list of the different Runes, reading each one carefully before answering. "Wunjo would be useful since it would help us not only tackle whatever challenges or tasks we face in class, but it will also help us to be successful in completing the tasks and learning the material."

Originally Posted by Kaytone

Kay opened her book to chapter five and read the list. There was alot of them and some stood out to her. "Professor, There was alot of them that would be Beneficial to learning. Uruz would be good for Understanding. With this carved in the desk it would help one understanding what is being said or read." she said hoping it was a good one.

Originally Posted by Yourenodaisy

Emmaleigh's little fingers itched to finally be able to look through the textbook on her desk. Turning to Chapter five, she carefully looked at the runes. She knew the runes to help with protection since they had studied that last year, but she didn't know anything about the ones that could help with homework. She ran her finger down the list as she read each of the magical uses. She ever she found one, she scribbled each one down. When she had finished, she raised her hand. "Professor, I would use Uruz, for understanding the material, Thurisaz for a study aid, and to help concentrate, Dagaz, for a positive outcome, and Fehu for good luch, and for a good pay off."

Originally Posted by EmilyMalfoy

Isobel shyly raised her hand. "I think Wunjo would be a good one," she said. "Because it means completetion of tasks, and success. Also, recognization of success," or something like that. "Which is kind of spiritual, and it's good, because we should recognize when we do something good." Which the rune would help with. Hopefully he understood her meaning.

Originally Posted by Jean1210

How about Perthro Professor?
Doesn't it have something to do with uncertain meaning or mystery?
Maybe this rune could help us understand the runes themselves better since for some of us they are a mystery. Also, it could pertain to joy and fellowship. It could help us work together with our classmates

Originally Posted by noodles

Originally Posted by Felixir

Jake had this covered. He raised his hand after looking through the chapter and got to work.

"The first one that comes to mind, possibly because it's the first on the page, is Fehu," Jake said, having to try a few different pronunciations before he said it. "It's simple, really. It's a lot about money, and hard work paying off. You work in school to eventually earn money, so it does link."

The young man slid his finger down the page before speaking again.

"Thurisaz... well, it's obvious why. It even says study aid and I think it's rare for people not to need help with focus," he smiled knowingly. Because he KNEW he always had focus issues.

"Wunjo... well, because school is about completing tasks and everyone knows you need motivation to work, right? This one would probably give you the boost to do so... hmmm..."

With a glance up at Truebridge, Jake spoke carefully. "I'll give you two more, because that makes five, and all." And he liiiiiked the number five. "Sowilo! Success! It's self-explanatory but you know, most people do like to succeed in school."

Most.

"And finally..." Jake scanned the pictures of runes until he found the one he was looking for. Because yes, he'd memorised them in the past. It was better to look at pictures when you were him. Finally, he picked a nice interesting one and tapped on it in finality. "Dagaz. The whole breakthrough part just... goes with schoolwork. The feeling when you are studying and you suddenly get a breakthrough and understand something... is amazing. This one is also about a positive outcome and stuff." Durrrr, obvious. "And considering this activity, a positive outcome in the studying is what we're aiming for."

Jake leant back in his chair and rubbed at a sore are behind his ear where his sunglasses clung to his head. He should take them off... and probably could.

Later.

He had a feeling there might be groupwork, though.

"From the amount people are saying there clearly are loads, some that stick out more than these to me as well... but hey, I preferred to say these."

And stop at number five.

Originally Posted by WeasleyGirl

Originally Posted by IronicHubris

The professor had presented a question that had quite a complicated answer, especially since it meant he'd be carving up the furniture, but Derian had done what he said: to think outside the box. Still, his answer would have him carving for the entire class.

"Professor, I have decided that a blend of fourteen runes should be sufficient to create the best desk to study on. For starters, I would want Uruz, Thurisaz, Ansuz, Raidho, and Wunjo because they all seem to underscore the basic concepts of what learning entails--understanding, focus, wisdom and success, seeing a larger perspective as well as change, and motivation. But I would also want Jera for growth, Eihwaz for transformation (since my mind will hopefully be transformed by knowledge), and Sowilo for success again. And then, finally, I would want Tiwaz for analysis, Ehwaz for communication, Mannaz for creation and intelligence, Ingwaz for common sense, Dagaz for awareness and the awakening of knowledge, and Othala for acquisition."

Derian took a deep breath and looked up at the professor. He felt as though he had never spoken so much in his entire life, but he wanted the best study desk in the room and he felt these runes would give that to him.

Originally Posted by Random_Me_Ly_

Heather thought for a moment and became confident of her answer, raising her hand before sh spoke, she said, "Fehum, Uruz, Thurisaz, Kenaz, Wunjo, Jera, and Sowilo would work together very well. With the mix of positive energy, success, knowledge and wisdom they would aid us not only this class but every class, immensely."

Originally Posted by Tazenhani