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*Zoe* · 06-02-2017, 02:43 AM

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Originally Posted by RandomRaven

She felt good after activating the rune. It was like there's a new energy coming in or something like that. The Gryffindor had one question, thanks to Isa who has asked about which material worked for runes. "Headmistress Hawthorne." Ava raised her hand. "How about rune tattoo? Do the artists need to use a specific material too? Also... could it be activate or just.. you know, being an ordinary tattoo?" Having a rune tattoo seemed cool, and probably she should have one once she's off age.

The question that came out of Ava Burton's mouth made her raise an eyebrow for a moment, not because it was a 'stupid' question but rather because she was curious about why the girl was asking. It wasn't exactly related to the topic of today's lesson, unless she was planning on getting Ehwaz tattooed onto her skin. But, having several runic tattoos herself, the woman felt obliged to provide a quick answer.

"There is historical precedence for using runes as tattoos, Miss Burton," the headmistress responded. "Runic tattoos are made like any other tattoo, with needle and ink. Though what sets them apart from ordinary tattoos is that they behave similar to runic charms and have great powers behind them when invoked. Therefore, it is important that one seriously ponder about permanently tattooing a rune on their skin before doing so."

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Originally Posted by griffin

Yay, horse time! They were going to get to ride the horses! This was going to be so fun! Okay, so they were going to gain the trust of a horse, ride the horse, find a tree, and - what??? Cut it down? NOOOO! THE TREES WERE LIVING THINGS! They deserved a chance at life in the forest! Isa didn't want to be a tree-murderer! Trees were good for the environment. Deforestation was a real issue, and it was bad for the environment. Who knew what sort of forest creatures called the trees home. Were there bowtruckles protecting these trees? Isa didn't particularly feel like having her eyes clawed out by bowtruckles today. That was only a secondary concern though. Mostly she just wanted the trees to be alive. Isa was a big supporter of having living Christmas trees. "No! We can't kill the trees! I won't do it! Let's get living trees as decoration instead!" Isa was NOT going to kill a tree. You know what was a more sustainable way of having Christmas trees that lasted for years? Growing a sapling in a large pot and keeping it outside for most of the year when you didn't want it inside as a Christmas decoration. You know what would be cool to keep as a living Christmas tree? A flesh-eating fir.

As she followed the headmistress to the horses, Isa sulked over the fact that the headmistress had purposefully planned an activity that involved killing trees. Tears welled up around the corner of the young Hufflepuff's eyes. Whatever happened, she was not going to be cutting down any trees. The horses temporarily distracted Isa from her outrage and sadness over the instructions to cut down a tree, which Isa would not be participating in. She approached a horse, one of the granians. The activated Ehwaz rune helped her build trust with the horse. Gently she stroked the granian's neck. Was that helping? How would she know when the horse trusted her enough to ride it? What would she be doing for the rest of the lesson as she refused to cut down trees because she conscientiously objected to cutting down trees? Could she save the trees from being cut down and get everyone to agree to living Christmas trees? Living trees were the way to go.

The headmistress would have went on giving Ava details, but a certain Hufflepuff took her away from that conversation with her outburst. Regina resisted the urge to sigh at the girl's refusal to cut down one out of hundreds of trees that were on the grounds. She rested a hand on Philippe's side and slowly approached her, the horse stepping along beside her.

"Miss Wright, I can assure you that cutting down a few trees will not bring an end to us all." Did the girl not realize where her wooden pendant came from? Or the wood burning in the fireplaces inside the castle that kept them all from freezing? "If it makes you feel any better, younger trees will be planted in their place once the snow has completely melted. But, if that still doesn't satisfy you, then there are pathways that need to be cleared. The choice is yours."

Honestly, she should have expected there to be that one student who would respond in this way... But moving onward!

Giving Phillipe a little pat, the two then moved around the pasture to see how everyone else was doing. So far things seemed to be going pretty well. It was noted that some of the horses were being stubborn, but they eventually came around once Ehwaz was invoked again. Did they all see how persuasive, yet gentle, the energy brought forth by Ehwaz could be?

"Once you have made a bond with your horse, head straight out to retrieve a tree, ladies and gentlemen. Move swiftly and collaboratively so you don't run out of time!" She would be here, watching and waiting.

OOC: There is still plenty of time for you to jump in and complete the main activity of this lesson. So everyone has plenty of time to complete the task and, if wanted, interact with others and some forest friends, I will post the final question of the lesson on Saturday, June 3rd, instead of tomorrow. ^__^

06-02-2017, 02:43 AM	#74 (permalink)
Zoe Occamy Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wonderland Posts: 62,000 Hogwarts RPG Name: Beauden Wild Gryffindor Sixth Year Hogwarts RPG Name: Gillyweed Beery Slytherin Fourth Year Ministry Department Head: Franklin Paton Law Enforcement Ministry Department Head: Almer Toots Transportation x8 x8	Bathes in Maple Syrup \| Dancing Lobster \| Mrs. Charlie Weasley \| Seneca's Beard \| That's So Fetch Quote: Originally Posted by RandomRaven She felt good after activating the rune. It was like there's a new energy coming in or something like that. The Gryffindor had one question, thanks to Isa who has asked about which material worked for runes. "Headmistress Hawthorne." Ava raised her hand. "How about rune tattoo? Do the artists need to use a specific material too? Also... could it be activate or just.. you know, being an ordinary tattoo?" Having a rune tattoo seemed cool, and probably she should have one once she's off age. The question that came out of Ava Burton's mouth made her raise an eyebrow for a moment, not because it was a 'stupid' question but rather because she was curious about why the girl was asking. It wasn't exactly related to the topic of today's lesson, unless she was planning on getting Ehwaz tattooed onto her skin. But, having several runic tattoos herself, the woman felt obliged to provide a quick answer. "There is historical precedence for using runes as tattoos, Miss Burton," the headmistress responded. "Runic tattoos are made like any other tattoo, with needle and ink. Though what sets them apart from ordinary tattoos is that they behave similar to runic charms and have great powers behind them when invoked. Therefore, it is important that one seriously ponder about permanently tattooing a rune on their skin before doing so." Quote: Originally Posted by griffin Yay, horse time! They were going to get to ride the horses! This was going to be so fun! Okay, so they were going to gain the trust of a horse, ride the horse, find a tree, and - what??? Cut it down? NOOOO! THE TREES WERE LIVING THINGS! They deserved a chance at life in the forest! Isa didn't want to be a tree-murderer! Trees were good for the environment. Deforestation was a real issue, and it was bad for the environment. Who knew what sort of forest creatures called the trees home. Were there bowtruckles protecting these trees? Isa didn't particularly feel like having her eyes clawed out by bowtruckles today. That was only a secondary concern though. Mostly she just wanted the trees to be alive. Isa was a big supporter of having living Christmas trees. "No! We can't kill the trees! I won't do it! Let's get living trees as decoration instead!" Isa was NOT going to kill a tree. You know what was a more sustainable way of having Christmas trees that lasted for years? Growing a sapling in a large pot and keeping it outside for most of the year when you didn't want it inside as a Christmas decoration. You know what would be cool to keep as a living Christmas tree? A flesh-eating fir. As she followed the headmistress to the horses, Isa sulked over the fact that the headmistress had purposefully planned an activity that involved killing trees. Tears welled up around the corner of the young Hufflepuff's eyes. Whatever happened, she was not going to be cutting down any trees. The horses temporarily distracted Isa from her outrage and sadness over the instructions to cut down a tree, which Isa would not be participating in. She approached a horse, one of the granians. The activated Ehwaz rune helped her build trust with the horse. Gently she stroked the granian's neck. Was that helping? How would she know when the horse trusted her enough to ride it? What would she be doing for the rest of the lesson as she refused to cut down trees because she conscientiously objected to cutting down trees? Could she save the trees from being cut down and get everyone to agree to living Christmas trees? Living trees were the way to go. The headmistress would have went on giving Ava details, but a certain Hufflepuff took her away from that conversation with her outburst. Regina resisted the urge to sigh at the girl's refusal to cut down one out of hundreds of trees that were on the grounds. She rested a hand on Philippe's side and slowly approached her, the horse stepping along beside her. "Miss Wright, I can assure you that cutting down a few trees will not bring an end to us all." Did the girl not realize where her wooden pendant came from? Or the wood burning in the fireplaces inside the castle that kept them all from freezing? "If it makes you feel any better, younger trees will be planted in their place once the snow has completely melted. But, if that still doesn't satisfy you, then there are pathways that need to be cleared. The choice is yours." Honestly, she should have expected there to be that one student who would respond in this way... But moving onward! Giving Phillipe a little pat, the two then moved around the pasture to see how everyone else was doing. So far things seemed to be going pretty well. It was noted that some of the horses were being stubborn, but they eventually came around once Ehwaz was invoked again. Did they all see how persuasive, yet gentle, the energy brought forth by Ehwaz could be? "Once you have made a bond with your horse, head straight out to retrieve a tree, ladies and gentlemen. Move swiftly and collaboratively so you don't run out of time!" She would be here, watching and waiting. OOC: There is still plenty of time for you to jump in and complete the main activity of this lesson. So everyone has plenty of time to complete the task and, if wanted, interact with others and some forest friends, I will post the final question of the lesson on Saturday, June 3rd, instead of tomorrow. ^__^ __________________