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First lesson since his most recent return to Hogwarts and Ethan Truebridge was sitting at his desk in the front of the classroom, a magical gramophone sat on his desk, the soundtrack of Les Misérables playing quietly.
The blackboard was apparently 'singing' along, as the words were sung on the record, in runic the translations appeared on the board and then disappeared again moments later.
Truebridge ignored it and kept his hazel-green eyes on the door, watching as the students began to file in.
"Sit wherever you like. Four to six people at each table if you please."
SPOILER!!: classroom description
The classroom is bright and airy, very clean and comfortable. There are no desks in this classroom, rather there are several wooden tables which would fit between four and six students quite comfortably. The tables are arranged rather higgledy piggledy, all out of alignment with each other and yet there is plenty of room to weave through the tables and walk up to the front of the classroom, or down to the back.
The front of the classroom has a large blackboard, charmed to write on itself,and when it isn't taking notes it quite often it has something to say, though you'll need to transcribe it from runic to English to make any sense of it. Truebridge also has a desk at the front of the class, set to one side, and a perfect view of all the tables arranged haphazardly around the room.
At the back of the classroom, set to one side, there is the door out into the corridor. Along the back wall there is a large bookshelf almost overflowing with books, mostly old, all very well taken care of. You're welcome to look at any of these books but if any harm befalls the tomes, there will be a severe price to pay. A long and comfortable couch takes up the rest of the back wall.
The windows along the remaining side, opposite the door and Truebridge's desk have soft white curtains that are almost transparent. When pulled they simply diffuse the light and ensure it is not too bright, allowing the room to stay bright and lit at all times. The window frames are the most interesting, if you go and inspect them, all of the exposed wood has been painstakingly carved with runes, mostly bindrunes and rune charms, set in ligature and carved then stained red. These have all been activated and almost thrum under your fingertips. No cold will pass these windows, no student will fall to their deaths. It is a barrier of safety and of comfort, and a good example of runic magic. The door into the classroom is similarly marked.
ooc note: Please note that class has finished. The thread will be open for a short time longer to allow everyone to complete the last task. Please read the following posts to catch up with the lesson, or the latest one if you wish to jump in on the current activity/question. Not all of Truebridge's posts are included here, just those relevant to the progression of the lesson.
And Ellie had said that every year, and obliged pretty much every year. You would think that she'd just realize that Runes was WAY over her head and not come at all.
But this was a different term. Different teacher....Wait.
That guy was here first term!
"Good day, Professor Truebridge." Why Runes? He was SO DADA material.
Ellie continued on her way and sat at some random table, not really paying attention to which table, or who she sat with.
Chloe entered the ancient Runes classroom right after a Ravenclaw girl she did not know. She was awestruck by the elaborite runes and emptiness of the classroom. She looked toward the professor and said, "good day", and went to take a seat. She quickly realized no one she knew had arrived yet. She saw the slightly younger Ravenclaw girl seemed tto be sitting alone. She walked up to the girl ana said, "Hi, my name is Chloe. Mind if I sit with you?".
looking to the left to hide his left eye to Britt and Em he returns the wave then tries to busy him self digging in his bag
turning slightly ridgid at the ramdom hugging he gets to see who it is " oh Hey Joey,,, naw it is cool " side steping the girlfriend question for the moment " how was your summer did you do any gigs??"
Yeah i got a lot of gigs a tour actually.what happend with your girlfriend huh.i have tell you something later at the pathways.just dont freak,she said with a smile.
" Well, , let me quote a muggle song by MeatLoaf, " Two Out of Three Ain't Bad" Rex laughed. You like Potions better and I like charms better." Rex told Rene.
"True I like potions most people don't but I think its the professor the y do not like" she replied looking away from him and around the classroom
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One lesson. Just one.
And Ellie had said that every year, and obliged pretty much every year. You would think that she'd just realize that Runes was WAY over her head and not come at all.
But this was a different term. Different teacher....Wait.
That guy was here first term!
"Good day, Professor Truebridge." Why Runes? He was SO DADA material.
Ellie continued on her way and sat at some random table, not really paying attention to which table, or who she sat with.
Victoria heard a noise to her left and saw that soemone had sat next to her. From the looks of her she appeared to be in Ravenclaw. 'Maybe a third year?' She thought.
She smiled at the little red-haired, something they had in common, girl.
"Hi there. My name's Victoria. What's yours?" she held out her hand to the girl.
Helena entered slowly, looking around for a seat. "Good morning, professor Truebridge," she said, trying to smile.
And there she is, thought Helena, as she saw her friend sit at a table. "Mind if I join you?" she asked, smiling to Georgiana.
Passing from page to page, trying to understand something, Georgiana was more confused than ever. Merlin it is so early! she thought. She could be right now on her bed sleeping and not trying to figure it out what Ancient Runes was about. It seems confusing.
Something interrupted her thoughts, she heard a voice and looked up to see Helena "Hey there!" she smiled "Of course!, sit down". At least she won't be waiting for the class to begin trying to understand Ancient Runes. "How are you? Ready for the first class?" she asked while closing her book.
Chloe entered the ancient Runes classroom right after a Ravenclaw girl she did not know. She was awestruck by the elaborite runes and emptiness of the classroom. She looked toward the professor and said, "good day", and went to take a seat. She quickly realized no one she knew had arrived yet. She saw the slightly younger Ravenclaw girl seemed tto be sitting alone. She walked up to the girl ana said, "Hi, my name is Chloe. Mind if I sit with you?".
Doop, doo, do, dee, bop.
Boredom.
Ellie was in that state until someone came up to her. Of course, she'd NEVER be bored. Hahaha. "Hi, Chloe." She smiled up at the girl. "Ellie." She introduced. "And sure, I don't see why not."
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Originally Posted by ~*Snape'sGirl*~
Victoria heard a noise to her left and saw that soemone had sat next to her. From the looks of her she appeared to be in Ravenclaw. 'Maybe a third year?' She thought.
She smiled at the little red-haired, something they had in common, girl.
"Hi there. My name's Victoria. What's yours?" she held out her hand to the girl.
And someone ELSE was talking to her. She hadn't seen her when she sat down.
"Hi Victoria. 'M Ellie." Yup.
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looking to the left to hide his left eye to Britt and Em he returns the wave then tries to busy him self digging in his bag
turning slightly ridgid at the ramdom hugging he gets to see who it is " oh Hey Joey,,, naw it is cool " side steping the girlfriend question for the moment " how was your summer did you do any gigs??"
Brittany was relieved to see that he waved back at her. She was afraid he would you know hate her for not coming after him and seeing if he was alright. Even though that definetly still wasnt out of the question becuase she actually had a plan to corner him at the end of class anyway. But she did otice he was trying to turn around fairly quickly. She wondered why that was. Mybe he was just trying not to look at em
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Originally Posted by WeasleyGirl
Passing from page to page, trying to understand something, Georgiana was more confused than ever. Merlin it is so early! she thought. She could be right now on her bed sleeping and not trying to figure it out what Ancient Runes was about. It seems confusing.
Something interrupted her thoughts, she heard a voice and looked up to see Helena "Hey there!" she smiled "Of course!, sit down". At least she won't be waiting for the class to begin trying to understand Ancient Runes. "How are you? Ready for the first class?" she asked while closing her book.
Helena smiled as she sat down next to Georgiana. "I hope I didn't interrupt you, you looked pretty concentrated on the book," she said, laughing. "I'm pretty good, really excited about the first class! How about you?"
Yeah i got a lot of gigs a tour actually.what happend with your girlfriend huh.i have tell you something later at the pathways.just dont freak,she said with a smile.
looking up at her the shinner around his left clearly visiable " cool did you do the US or EU ... you want to meet for lunch "
Ethan's crooked grin turned to a low chuckle as the girl mentioned her awake status. He'd guessed it was fairly obvious how tired he was. "Yeah, I'm pretty tired," he agreed. "You're not?" he asked as he mocked a slight frown. "How do you manage to be so wide awake so early in the day?"
The 16 year old quickly glanced up at the front of the room - no, class wasn't starting yet - before he looked back at the girl next to him. Smiling, he nodded. "Good to meet you Cassie," he said, accepting her offered hand. "I'm Ethan Flint... and I'm fine, other than wishing my head was back on my pillow... and the fact that Ancient Runes isn't exactly my favorite class." He added this last part in a very low whisper as he leaned closer to Cassie, so only the girl next to him would hear. Ancient Runes was an absolute snore which certainly wasn't helped by the fact that he was already this close to dreamland as it was.
Ethan glanced up just as another yawn was threatening to escape and saw a familiar face appear at his table. "So there you are," he said, trying to smile but instead lifting his hand to cover the yawn he was unable to stifle. He shrugged slightly. How was everyone so awake at this hour - Cassie, Dozer, the counting boy, everyone else in the room, he noticed as he looked around. Sure, he figured the professor would be wide-awake - didn't most old people get up before the sun? - but Ethan was a definite night owl and figured at least someone else would be. He shrugged once more before turning his eyes back to his brother as he watched him take out his supplies. "Prepared, are we?" he commented as he let his eyes rest on his own messenger bag. Maybe he should take out his own supplies... nah, that could wait a minute. Too much effort right now.
Ethan looked back over at Cassie as Dozer seemed to notice her. "This is Cassie," he informed his half-brother. Turning back to the girl, he nodded towards the boy at their table, "My brother, Dozer."
Dozer gave yet another polite nod as he was introduced to the girl sitting with Ethan. "Nice to meet you Cassie." He vaguely wondered what connection she had with his brother but didn't pursue the topic. Maybe it was just a coincidence. Meeting new people was always nice. He should know. Glancing around again he noticed Georgiana sitting off with some other first years. She seemed a bit preoccupied so he didn't bother with a greeting.
Ethan's comment made him chuckle as he glanced down at his ready supplies. "That I am. I'm not slacking off again this year. I promised Mom good marks on the end of year exams." He said it sternly, with a matter of fact air. Dozer wasn't going to disappoint her this year.
The 15 year old looked around the room and wondered when they were going to begin. Ancient Runes was by far one of his least favorite classes so the sooner they got started the sooner it would end. Sighing, he turned his attention back to his companions.
"So, Cassie was it? What year are you in?" He almost added that he didn't recognize her but again, the reason behind that was obvious. Last year hadn't exactly been his best year.
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Originally Posted by HaRoHeGiNeLu
Doop, doo, do, dee, bop.
Boredom.
Ellie was in that state until someone came up to her. Of course, she'd NEVER be bored. Hahaha. "Hi, Chloe." She smiled up at the girl. "Ellie." She introduced. "And sure, I don't see why not."
And someone ELSE was talking to her. She hadn't seen her when she sat down.
"Hi Victoria. 'M Ellie." Yup.
Victoria shook the girl's hand. "Nice to meet you too, Ellie." She smiled back. "I see that you're in Ravenclaw. That's great! Is this your first time taking Ancient Runes?"
She also saw that a second person had joined her at the table. She held out her hand to the second girl as well. "Hello. My name is Victoria."
Ellie was in that state until someone came up to her. Of course, she'd NEVER be bored. Hahaha. "Hi, Chloe." She smiled up at the girl. "Ellie." She introduced. "And sure, I don't see why not."
"Nice to meet you Ellie, and thak you. You look a bit young. I'm curious. What year are you in?".
Sorry if I missed anyone but... the show must go on as they say
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Originally Posted by Steelsheen
"Stradivarius Salander sir." he blurted out before he knew what he was saying. He cringed, he said his entire name out loud. He never does that. "Buuut I just go by Salander. Yeah simpler, easier to remember sir." Not to mention a lot less humiliating.
Truebridge absorbed all this calmly.
"Hello Salander."
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Originally Posted by Vargaroth
Draven walked into the classroom and saw that some students had already been filing in. He immediately saw the professor and went up to him to introduce himself.
"Hello Professor, my name is Draven Kurgan, first year. Its a pleasure to meet you sir. I look forward to your class this year as Ancient Runes is one of my favorite subjects" he said smiling.
"Nice to meet you, Draven. Ancient Runes also happens to be one of my favourite subjects." Two guesses anyone what his other favourites were.
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Originally Posted by Pinky
When Truebs replied she couldn't help but stop and smile. "It's not my face that has the problem, sir," she said quietly. Her feelings were simply manifesting themself on her face. Yeah. That was it. Wait... did she have food on her face? That was a possibility. Quickly scrubbing her hand across it she frowned.
"Perhaps I am simply used to seeing you smiling, Lexi." Truebridge answered quietly and turned his attention elsewhere.
Even in the worst of situations, that young Gryffindor had always found something to smile about.
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Originally Posted by The Real Lily Potter
she looked up, great she hadn't said hello or anything to the professor, "oh, um, I, um, sorry, good morning Professor Truebridge" she said, she would rather not get in trouble in her first class.
"Good Morning." He agreed.
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Originally Posted by RachieRu
Ancient Runes. His like best lesson, well it was where he had got one of his highest OWL scores, so he was assuming that it was one of his best subjects. So with a grin set on his face he walked into the classroom, although that grin turned more into a smile when he remembered who taught this lesson. Oh yes. He better behave.
"Morning Professor Truebridge." The ravenclaw nodded, as he turned to look who was in the classroom.
"Morning, Finlay." Truebridge paused and eyed the boy. "It surely isn't necessary for me to point out that if you fight in my classroom you'll regret it deeply."
Surely.
Particularly with that prefect badge the boy was sporting.
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Raven simply nodded to the professor when walking in front of him, "Good day Professor', he greeted, still watching the professor and co-student silently
"Good day."
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Originally Posted by Dianna Malfoy
Dianna quickly rushed through the corridor. Thinking she was late, she quickly rushed in the classroom and took a seat which creaked a bit due to the fact that, let her say it again, she thought she was late. "Oops." she muttered as she fixed her hair which looked like a complete disaster right now.
"Good Morning Professor Truebridge." Dianna smiled.
"Good morning." He noticed the rush but class hadnt' quite started so she was doing fine.
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Originally Posted by Zoerawrr
Entering the classroom, the epitome of calmness and serenity, Jake glanced around. He could hear the music, but it wasn't familiar to him. After a quick glance at the boar, Jake looked around and found a table for himself, before sitting and opening the book he carried under his arm (the one Truebridge had loaned him, which he was nearly finished with), and setting his bag on the floor.
"Morning, Professor," Jake said witha strained smile towards the man before absorbing himself in the book again.
He had his own table... people could come to HIM. Right now... he was reading.
And left his angst at the door.
Because he was WELL BEHAVED.
"Jake. Good to see you." As almost always.
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Originally Posted by vijaya
Lucy entered her first class of her fifth year, she was really looking forward to it but as usual she was nervous. She had no idea how's it going to be, she hoped for the best. She entered the room with a sweet smile, looking around to see the Professor, then suddenly noticed Professor standing right in front of her and said "Oh, hey Professor Tru…True.., oh I mean Professor Truebridge, it's great to meet you." she couldn’t say anything more. She quickly took a seat and waited for the Professor to start the class.
"Just one true." Truebridge repeated for the second time that morning.
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Originally Posted by PattyH.
Patroclus beamed when he was acknowledged by the Professor, "I can wait to see your approach to Runes, Professor" The fifth year knew that Truebridge had had quite a bit of experience working in Cairo and after all Runes played heavy roles in Egyptian society, both past and present.
"Oh this is my favourite one," Patroclus added, as 'I Dreamed a Dream', began to play.
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"I'm quite sure it won't be unexpected." No really. The man liked history, that was a given, he also liked defense against the dark arts and the dueling side of that. So mix it up.
He nodded and eyed the board where the runes were writing themselves along with the music.
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Originally Posted by alohomora♥
Jacqueline walked in the classroom. The first class in her second year..... She rushed to the seat,somewhere in the front. She put her books on the table very quickly and said : ''Good morning, Professor!'' and smiled. Hmm new books always smell good. And all that positive energy that has been there really made her feel hyper and suprisingly excited. Ready for Ancient Runes!!!!!!
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Originally Posted by hermygirl
"'Lo Professor," he said, looking up to see the man, and the blackboard writing of its own accord. That was pretty cool - if only he could understand what was written on it. The music was a bit different too. Maybe it'd got an ickle bit less boring since he'd entered the room.
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Originally Posted by nogoodforyou
Helena entered slowly, looking around for a seat. "Good morning, professor Truebridge," she said, trying to smile.
"Good morning." Truebridge greeted the next three youngsters as they walked in.
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Originally Posted by fanficfanatict
Selina looked around the classroom for a seat. She was so nervous, Ancient Runes being her first class of the year, that she would do something wrong. When she looked around she saw the teacher and nodded her head lowly to show her respect. After she did so she scuttled off to find her seat that she was being annoyingly indecisive about.
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Originally Posted by noodles
And so it came to his first lesson ever at Hogwarts: Ancient Runes. He walked into the classroom, shoulders slouched, hands shoved deep in his pockets. His blue-grey eyes settling first on the blackboard and the symbols appearing magically, then on the old gramophone, and then finally on the professor. “Sir.” He nodded curtly in greeting.
Truebridge inclined his head in return at the next two greetings.
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Originally Posted by Kaytone
Kay walked into the Ancient Runes class room and heard the music. It was nice and she nodded thinking she liked it. Looking around the room she saw alot of people she knew but wouldnt sit with. Like there was Marie. That wouldnt work. Smiling at the Professor she walked down to the tables. "Hello Professor Truebridge, How are you?" She asked with a smile. "The music is great. La Miserables, right?" She asked putting her stuff down and turning to Rex.
"Good thank you Kay." He nodded. "Les Miserables, yes."
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Originally Posted by Wenzlebug
"Good day, Professor!" Cedric beamed, his eyes twinkling, apparently delighted for the professor to be back.
"Hello Cedric." Of course we remember you.
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Originally Posted by EmilyMalfoy
over to them, saying, "Hello professor," just a little shly as she passed.
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Originally Posted by Grrr..Meow
Lea noticed that Matty was in class and she went to go sit with him. "you mind if I join you?" she asked while taking her seat any way. Since she didn't know the Professor's yet she decided to say hello any ways. "Good Morning Professor" she said while pulling out her book like everyone else was doing.
"Hello. Good morning." Ethan answered, watching the students find their seats.
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Originally Posted by CassiopeiaAKTF
"Hello, Professor...eeehh" wait! What's his name?! As a transfer student, Hyun didn't know any of his professors names, he even had trouble with the house names! "What song is this, Professor?"what's his name?"It sounds oddly familiar"
"Hello." Truebridge answered. "It's called I dreamed a dream."
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Originally Posted by mellamaet
Runes wasn't a subject the Cass was particularly looking forward to since she had barely passed her finals on Runes last term. But she needed this subject. So she took a deep breath and entered the classroom
"Good day professor." Cass said cheerfully as she entered the room and sat down on a chair
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Originally Posted by B~Lee
Brittany Pratically bounced through the door. Ancient Runes had been one of her favorite subjects last years so she was quiet sure she would do pretty well in this class. and not to mention she had been dying to get a closer look at this Professor guy she had heard so much about. "Hello Professor." she said with a smile before taking a seat.
"Good morning." Truebridge responded.
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Originally Posted by Tazenhani
With a small smile, Sabel made his way into the classroom, pausing just inside the door when he saw that Professor Truebridge was indeed teaching this class. With a bit of a wider grin than before, he gave the man a polite nod. "Morning Professor. It's great to see you back."
"Morning, Sabel. Thank you."
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Originally Posted by Roselyn
"Good day, Professor Truebridge." she said quietly, loud enough for him to hear over the music playing though, patting her hair down in the process.
"Good day Evelyn." Truebridge smiled at the girl. It was always good to see the young Slytherins, she and her friends in particular.
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Originally Posted by Magical Soul
Moving on. "Hi Professor--" I-Don't-Know, she added in her head and went on to the first table she came across. Trying to move faster so maybe this class would be over soon? Huh? And no she was not going to drop the subject for she must know everything about everything.
"Hello." Truebridge answered.
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Originally Posted by Destiny
Making her way into the classroom, and snickering at the sight of Evelyn and her wild hair, Destiny scanned the rather full classroom for a place to sit. She would have sit in the empty seat next to Evelyn and all those people, but she spotted Patroclus and there was a rather shiny thing pinned to the front of his robes. "Hello Professor Truebridge!" she greeted with a salute before plopping herself down next to Patroclus.
"Hello Destiny." And that was all three of them right there. Excellent. There were still a few more faces that Ethan was waiting to see.
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Originally Posted by emjay
"Professor," he nodded a brief acknowledgment as he passed the man at the front and took his seat. .
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Originally Posted by Davvy_Wavvy
" good day professor." she greeted before walking past him to join the students at a table. Well this should be quite interesting. She looked around the class room and spotted a few familiar faces, name hotboy who seemed to be waiting for someone. Hmm
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Originally Posted by Anna Banana
"Hello, Professor," she said, greeting the man she was sure everyone but herself already knew. Although she'd heard he was new to his current position, it seemed almost everyone she'd talked to had been in a classroom with him at some point and time before.
"Good Morning." Truebridge responded. It would be, he hoped.
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Originally Posted by LilyLunaGinnyPotter
She passed the desk and while doing so she flashed a smile at the professor and said, "Hey Professor, great to have you back!" And she quickly looked around at the tables again and saw an empty table except for one boy. A boy she reconised well from Diagon Alley. She grinned and headed over. .
"Good morning, Bonnie."
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Originally Posted by Samia
First Lesson of the term. Yep. Orlando was surely back to Hogwarts. "Hello Professor." he greeted the teacher before making his way to an empty seat.
"Hello and good morning." Truebridge greeted.
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Originally Posted by MoviegoerKinz
"Good day to you Professor Truebridge," Rafe said as he entered the room before taking a seat near the back. Hmm...four to six people per table...well, there was no one where he was sitting, but hopefully that would change. He was still feeling a bit awkward after being gone for a year.
Iris made her way to the Ancient Runes classroom, somewhat enthusiastically. Sneaking in, Iris smiled and nodded at the man at the front of the class. "Hullo, Professor Truebridge...." She stopped and listened to the music that was playing through the room. "... Nice choice of music." She added, with a small smirk. Not her favourite musical... but it was up there.
"Good morning Rafe, Good morning Iris." He nodded at them. "Thank you Iris, I quite like it."
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Originally Posted by Lezleighd
Satine hurried into the room and glanced around at the tables trying to find a seat. She looked for familiar faces and saw one instantly. Before heading that way she waved at the Professor, "Howzit Professor Truebridge...I hope you had a great break!"
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"Hello Satine. I hear you were away from Hogwarts this past term yourself."
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Originally Posted by lilithpotter
Rene walked calmly into the Runes classroom. "Hello, Professor Truebridge. How are you today?". She took her seat next to her favorite person at Hogwarts, Rex Trigwell. "Hey Rex, nervous about our first class of our last term?" She asked, placing her bag on the back of the chair and pulling out her book, parchment and quills.
"I am well, thank you."
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Originally Posted by Saraie
Caroline walked into the Ancient Runes classroom and found a table in the middle of the room that no one was emtpy. As she walked by the teachers desk "Good morning, Professor" She said brightly. She sat down at the table and pull her book out of her bag. She took out a pen and paper as well and sat them beside her book. She sat patiently for class to begin.
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Originally Posted by CreativeAllie18
Alice walked into the classroom and took a seat at one of the open tables, setting her bag down along next to her. Ancient Runes wasn't her strong suit, but she did find the class interesting. "Hello Professor Truebridge, how are you today?" Alice asked, giving the teacher a warm smile.
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Originally Posted by MissGlee
Luna walked into class for her first Ancient Runes class of the term. She noticed Lés Miserables playing in the background. "Good Morning Professor, I love Lés Miserables it's my favourite musical!" she said. She looked around, no-one she knew. She sat down at an empty tables waiting for other pupils to come in.
"Good morning girls. I am well." He paused and nodded. "My favourite is Cats."
Just saying.
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Originally Posted by Yourenodaisy
As Emmaleigh made her way up to the Runes classrooms, she paused at the door. The room was so different, with regular work tables instead of the colorful cushions. Although she knew that Markovic hadn't returned, it still made Em sad because she had been her favorite professor. Making her way into the room, Emmaleigh smiled at the man behind the desk. "Morning Professor."
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Originally Posted by Macavity
Stepping into the classroom, he noticed the man's presense and the fellow students already there. "Hello Professor...welcome back," he greeted before heading to a table to take a seat to prepare for class.
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Originally Posted by Zebragirl
Emily walked into her first lesson. She was so nervous!
She saw the teacher and said rather quietly "Good morning Professor..."
She didn't know if the teacher had even heard her but quickly walked and sat down at a table near the back. She wasn't normally this shy!
"Morning good to see you all bright and early."
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Originally Posted by Mad Eye Touz
Neptune Bott was almost convinced the entry music was for her. For her arrival. She spun into the room, giggled, then presented herself to Professor Truebridge with a well-to-do and clearly practiced curtsy.
"Hello, Professor," Miss Bott purred at the Professor with warm familiarity. She wiggled her fingers in greeting then spun once more. You know, for parting.
"Hello Neptune."
Please.
No hugs this year.
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Originally Posted by HaRoHeGiNeLu
"Good day, Professor Truebridge." Why Runes? He was SO DADA material.
"Hello Ellie." Truebridge greeted.
Yes he remembered.
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Originally Posted by Michael White
slipping in and trying to get a seat in the back Mikey give a short wave to the proffesor
Truebridge nodded a greeting.
The music went a little quieter so that it was only a bit of background. The board stopped writing on itself in anticipation.
""Ancient Runes. I've heard many people in my life call the subject 'boring' or 'useless'. As with any subject however, it is one that you will get as much out of as what you put in." Truebridge looked around.
"You each have a textbook in front of you on the table." He flicked his hand and from the shelf came a textbook which duplicated itself dozens of times over.
"Don't open them." No really, don't. "Before we get to that point, perhaps you would each raise your hand and tell the class something you know about Runes, and if you don't know anything, please share your opinion on whether or not you think Runes are a useful subject so that I know who needs convincing."
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Originally Posted by Herminny
"Nice to meet you Ellie, and thak you. You look a bit young. I'm curious. What year are you in?".
Chloe noticed another girl who looked about her age introducing herself to Ellie and decided since they were sitting together she might as well introduce herself too. "Hi, I'm Chloe and you are?", Chloe said extending a hand toward the girl.
She shook the girls' hand."I'm Victoria Crowe. Just transferred here from America."
Victoria could see by the colors on her robes that she was a Gryffindor. She had heard that there had been some sort of rivalry between her own house and Gryffindor. Victoria couldn't understand why though. Chloe seemed nice enough.
"Have you two taken Ancient Runes before? They didn't really have a class for it in my previous school. I've only ever read a little bit." she said.
Chloe had met two new people today which was great but before she could even get to talking to them class started. She heard the professor ask a question and had an idea of an answer and responded with her hand raised, "Runes can be used for protection.".
The music went a little quieter so that it was only a bit of background. The board stopped writing on itself in anticipation.
""Ancient Runes. I've heard many people in my life call the subject 'boring' or 'useless'. As with any subject however, it is one that you will get as much out of as what you put in." Truebridge looked around.
"You each have a textbook in front of you on the table." He flicked his hand and from the shelf came a textbook which duplicated itself dozens of times over.
"Don't open them." No really, don't. "Before we get to that point, perhaps you would each raise your hand and tell the class something you know about Runes, and if you don't know anything, please share your opinion on whether or not you think Runes are a useful subject so that I know who needs convincing."
Closing the book Truebridge had loaned him as he finished reading juuuuuuuust as the man started teaching, Jake placed it in the corner of the desk, equidistant from both edges of the table before raising his hand.
"Straight lines. All in straight lines. And no horizontal lines."
He was good at remembering.
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Watching as Truebridge handed out textbooks, Simon listened intently to the man leaving the book alone on the desk. Thinking over his question, the boy tried to decide what to mention seeing as he did know quite a bit about runes, finally opting for something they learned last term and raised his hand to answer.
"There are five Quileute runes and they are the Rune of Battle, the Rune of Protection, the Rune of the Hunter, the Rune of the Craftsman, and the Blank Rune," he replied lowering his hand.
Victoria shook the girl's hand. "Nice to meet you too, Ellie." She smiled back. "I see that you're in Ravenclaw. That's great! Is this your first time taking Ancient Runes?"
She also saw that a second person had joined her at the table. She held out her hand to the second girl as well. "Hello. My name is Victoria."
Ellie shook her head.
"Naww.... Well," she bit her lip, thinking, "Naww. I've taken it. Just never stuck with it."
Simplest way to put it.
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"Nice to meet you Ellie, and thak you. You look a bit young. I'm curious. What year are you in?".
"I'm a third year." Nod, nod.
Now, Truebridge. And Runes. And....most likely a headache.
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"Hello Ellie." Truebridge greeted.
Yes he remembered.
The music went a little quieter so that it was only a bit of background. The board stopped writing on itself in anticipation.
""Ancient Runes. I've heard many people in my life call the subject 'boring' or 'useless'. As with any subject however, it is one that you will get as much out of as what you put in." Truebridge looked around.
"You each have a textbook in front of you on the table." He flicked his hand and from the shelf came a textbook which duplicated itself dozens of times over.
"Don't open them." No really, don't. "Before we get to that point, perhaps you would each raise your hand and tell the class something you know about Runes, and if you don't know anything, please share your opinion on whether or not you think Runes are a useful subject so that I know who needs convincing."
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Ermm.... Runes, right.
Ellie thought about this. HARD. And she remembered the project! Art project of funness! Back when, when they made their own bag to keep their Runes set in.
So THERE. She did retain information after all. "They come in sets."
CHyeah.
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Lexi gave Truebs a great big smile at his comment. He was right. She did typically smile... She could angst it up AND smile for the lovely Runes Professor, yes? Of course. Listening to his little speil to the class she peered at the Runes textbook and then raised her hand. "Sir, I don't think Runes is useless, by any means... I have just never understood it. Not once has the subject ever made sense to me," she said in a quiet voice.
Dozer wasn't quite sure what type of answer the Professor was looking for but he had read up a bit before hand. When he had made that promise to his mom he had been serious. The 15 year old glanced around once and then raised his hand.
"Runes are a type of alphabet used for magic and divination." He paused. "At least that's what I've read. I'm not sure I completely understand the concept though."
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Truebridge nodded a greeting.
The music went a little quieter so that it was only a bit of background. The board stopped writing on itself in anticipation.
""Ancient Runes. I've heard many people in my life call the subject 'boring' or 'useless'. As with any subject however, it is one that you will get as much out of as what you put in." Truebridge looked around.
"You each have a textbook in front of you on the table." He flicked his hand and from the shelf came a textbook which duplicated itself dozens of times over.
"Don't open them." No really, don't. "Before we get to that point, perhaps you would each raise your hand and tell the class something you know about Runes, and if you don't know anything, please share your opinion on whether or not you think Runes are a useful subject so that I know who needs convincing."
Victoria heard the Professor speak and looked to where he was standing at the front of the class. She scanned the room and saw that no other hands were up yet. She shyly raised her hand. Then, Professor Truebridge called on her.
"Well, I've always wanted to learn more about it. I'm afraid I don't know very much though. We didn't exactly have a class for it back home. Just a few books in the library. I'm happy that there's one here though. I've always wanted to learn about them. Ancient Runes is a generally theoretical subject that studies the ancient runic scripts." Victoria blushed as she sat back down.
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Before Mia could answer Marie or even acknowledge Evelyn and the little first year snake, the Professor started to address the class. So she dragged her gaze away from Salander and listened to what the Professor was saying.
At his question, Mia raised her hand. "Runes are used for writing messages, inscriptions and epitahs. They are also used for amulets and charms, as an oracle for divination and for rituals, magic and spells. They have been around since the Dark Ages when waves of immigrants came to settle in Britain. The Friesians from the Netherlands, the Angles and Saxons from Germany, then the Jutes and Norseman from Scandinavia. They each brought with them their ancient symbols known as runes. There were twenty four of them and they are collectively known as the 'Futhark.'"
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Lexi kept the smirk off of her face when Jim sat next to her. It was really lovely though. She was sure there would be a backlash for simply sitting with her. Hehe.
As he nudged her she spared him a small smile and giggled. "There is nothing wrong with my face," she repeated and stuck her tongue out a little bit. Leaning a little bit closer she dropped her voice to a whisper and said, "You are going to be in so much trouble"
"You're right." He paused. "Nothing much anyway." Heeeh. Jimmy grinned but then he turned serious.
"Yeah. I know. But... you're my friend Lexi and you were alone." Simple.
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"Ancient Runes. I've heard many people in my life call the subject 'boring' or 'useless'. As with any subject however, it is one that you will get as much out of as what you put in." Truebridge looked around.
"You each have a textbook in front of you on the table." He flicked his hand and from the shelf came a textbook which duplicated itself dozens of times over.
"Don't open them." No really, don't. "Before we get to that point, perhaps you would each raise your hand and tell the class something you know about Runes, and if you don't know anything, please share your opinion on whether or not you think Runes are a useful subject so that I know who needs convincing."]
Aww class was starting.
Jim listened to Truebridge-the-fight-breaker-upper and smirked at the warning he gave Finn. Heh. Yeah. It was TOTALLY Finn's fault. Grin.
He didn't open the book. He did raise his hand though.
Something he knew about Runes. Hmmm. "There are three main uses for runes. A writing system, an oracle of the future and for natural and elemental magic."
That'd do. He figured others would say about the same thing.
Pause.
"And... yes, they're useful."
He couldn't lie about that.
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well professor, the primary characteristic which distinguishes a runic alphabet from other alphabets is that each letter, or rune, has a meaning. Furthermore, they are also used for divinatory readings and to create magical spells.
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