Everyone sets out to study... Malvynwith Aurora at the Biblioplex. Maesimply meeting up with Larine in her room. Guardokjoins Rubina and Quentillius in the little rehearsal space where they often had practiced for their play.
And Mei... Cadoras had offered to come study with her at her dorm. The others were headed to the rehearsal space. Does she try to convince Cadoras to come with her and join the other three? Does she suggest Guardok and the others join her and Cadoras somewhere? Surely, she wouldn't just brush off Cadoras? As the day before the exams arrived, she didn't realize she'd have so many study partner questions!
In any event, everyone is successful in their studying. All will get one re-roll for their Exam.
When Cadoras asked Mei to study, did it seem like he wanted it to be just the two of them? If so, she'd let Quentillius and the others know Cadoras already asked!
Cadoras had asked in his usual lighthearted manner. He'd offered to bring coffee and stay up to study as long as Mei needed. He didn't say anything specific about it bring just the two of them...
When you let him know the others had asked, Cadoras simply asks if they allow coffee there and said he'll bring a bit more for the others.
Friday arrives and as you head to your Magical Physiologies class it is time for Exam #2!
Just as Mei approaches the classroom, she notes a woman standing in the distance. She wears a well-worn cloak and has distinctive blonde hair dyed black on the ends and with some black streaks in it. She looks really tired.
Malvyn too catches a glimpse of this person, a vague sense of recognition passing through this mind. The others can certainly see this person, but have never seen her before.
The woman starts to run towards the classroom. "Mei! Hold on a minute Mei! I've got to talk to you!"
Guardok is certainly curious about the stranger calling Mei's name, but with the exam about to start he can't afford to loiter. He does slow down a bit in case he gets to hear a little of what it is about before he enters the classroom though.
Mae gets a curious look too at the lady calling to her floormates, but since she doesn't recognize her she heads on into class to get herself composed and ready to take her exam.
Mei's eyes widen at sight of a face she never expected to see again.
"K-Kira? What--" she rushes to meet her, a hand outstretched in case the other woman needs steadying. "S-Stars above, what are you doing here? Are you alright?"
((The others would definitely recognize the name from Mei's recounting of what happened in Silk Meadow. She'd have explained that a woman named Kira was her "guide" in Disyn's rituals.))
The blond woman looks relieved when she catches sight of Mei. It is indeed Kira and she quickly responds. "I'm ok. But we really need to talk. I've been traveling for a couple of days to get here, hoping I could find you. Disyn has sent me." Up close, the impression is even clearer that she is tired. It seems more than just being weary from the road however.
There are perhaps 2 or 3 students that linger outside the classroom, curious about what is going on. But while there are looks from others, they are far too concerned about their exam to linger outside.
"D-Disyn sent you?" Mei gapes. For her of all people? But how else could Kira have found her, a veritable needle in a haystack? "I--yes, of course we can talk, I just--" she looks back at Malvyn, then at the classroom door.
...the brightness flares and fades, seeming to be diminished more and more each time...
...the emptiness...
Mei is suddenly overwhelmed by that feeling of emptiness again, her chest both hollow and painfully tight with it. This surely has something to do with her Dream. And those Dreams are her responsibility.
She gives Malvyn an apologetic smile then tucks her books and writing utensils away. "Let's get you something to eat and drink, okay? There's a cafe close by, you can sit and rest while we talk. You've come such a long way." Abandoning the exam, Mei leads Kira to the Biblioplex cafe.
((Happy to move this to dms so the others can continue! Whichever you prefer! Mei is hoping she can persuade Lang to let her retake the exam eeee.))
The purple-skinned tiefling gives the petite oracle a concerned look, and as he realizes she isn't going in to take her exam he quickly hurries after her and the other woman. "I'm sorry for interrupting but Mei has an important exam right now, is it possible for you to wait for her while she takes it?" He asks the woman with a pleading look, seeming quite concerned about Mei not taking her exam.
Kira, oblivious to the decision Mei is making, readily agrees. "Something to drink would be great. And about bit to eat. It was a long trip."
Malvyn sees the pair heading off and is able to catch up. Kira looks at Mei as she hears what the tiefling says. "Is it really important? I... could wait a bit i guess..."
"It is important..." Malvyn insists, to him it is very important, not only for himself but for his friends to succeed at the university. "...here, allow me to treat you to something to eat and drink while we take the exam." He says, and goes on to explain where to find the Biblioplex cafe. "Mei will meet you there as soon as she is finished." He reassures her.
"B-But she came all the way from Silkmeadow," Mei says with a barely contained sense of frantic urgency as she looks between the two. "And I had a Dream about something happening to Disyn. If she's--if I can help--" tears gather in her eyes. "I have to help. What if waiting is the difference between..." life and death, she doesn't say.
She reaches out to gently squeeze Malvyn's hand, knowing he's only looking out for her. "I'll explain everything to Professor Lang, I promise. I'm sure she'll understand. I could just as well be sick in bed today."
The purple-skinned tiefling starts to realize there might in fact be even more important things in life than exams, looking at Mei with his fiery red eyes, still concerned, but now about her mention of a dream that seemed to trouble her, deeply even. "I will cover for you...somehow..." He says, giving the petite oracle a hug. "...just be careful now alright, you have friends that want to help you..." He whispers, holding her protectively close, then stepping back. "...right after the exams." He adds with a wink to lighten the mood slightly, giving the woman a nod before turning to march after the others.
The bell rings to signify it is 1pm - time for Magical Physiologies to begin.
Inside the classroom, Maeand Guardokare well aware that neither Meinor Malvynhave come into the room yet. Professor Lang begins passing out papers. "Keep the papers turned over until everyone has a copy. Like our previous exam, there will be two sections for this. The first will be multiple choice, covering Owlbear Disposition and Habits. The second section will be short essays about Owlbear Companions. You will have the full class period to complete your work." She glances around to make sure nobody was missed. "Remember, no magic use or you will fail the exam. Please begin."
(OOC - The first section covers owlbears’ hunting, eating, mating, fighting, and living habits. Please make an Intelligence (Nature) check.
The section covers methods for taming, training, and handling owlbears and on keeping owlbears as companions. Please make an Animal Handling (Wisdom) check.
Student Dice may be added, but I don't think anyone has any that apply. After making the first two rolls, each of you may re-roll one of the results and take the higher of the two rolls.)
Outside, Meiand Malvyncan also hear the bell ring. Kira's words still sound uncertain, "I don't think an hour or so will matter... Things have just become... different with Disyn."
"Meet you at the cafe, then," Mei replies as she hugs Malvyn back, touched by his protectiveness. "Will you ask the others to come too? And good luck. N-Not that you need it!"
She watches Malvyn walk away, then smiles softly at Kira. "If it was important enough to come all this way for, then it's certainly more important than an exam," she says, giving her hand a reassuring squeeze. "I've been worried about you all, to be honest. But didn't know how to contact you. I had a Dream about..." Mei describes her Dream of the clearing and Disyn to Kira as they walk towards the cafe.
Guardok happily takes up Rubina and Quentillius on their offer to study, practicing the material just like running lines of a play.
Performance (Advantage + Student Die): (20,
3)+5+3=28Mei will gladly study with Cadoras and the others, bringing multiple cups of coffee to try and keep herself awake.
Despite her best efforts, she does doze off towards the end atop all her books and notes.
Investigation: (Advantage)
7, 20 + 6 26Everyone sets out to study... Malvyn with Aurora at the Biblioplex. Mae simply meeting up with Larine in her room. Guardok joins Rubina and Quentillius in the little rehearsal space where they often had practiced for their play.
And Mei... Cadoras had offered to come study with her at her dorm. The others were headed to the rehearsal space. Does she try to convince Cadoras to come with her and join the other three? Does she suggest Guardok and the others join her and Cadoras somewhere? Surely, she wouldn't just brush off Cadoras? As the day before the exams arrived, she didn't realize she'd have so many study partner questions!
In any event, everyone is successful in their studying. All will get one re-roll for their Exam.
Rabbit Sebrica, Sorcerer || Skarai, Monk || Lokilia Vaelphin, Druid || Liivi Orav, Barbarian || Vanizi, Warlock || Britari / Halila Talgeta / Jesa Gumovi || Neital Rhessil, Wizard
Iromae Quinaea, Cleric || Roxana Raincrest, Rogue || Satina Cindermark, Fighter || Meira Dheran, Rogue || Qirynna Thadri, Wizard || Crisaryn Melkial, Sorcerer
When Cadoras asked Mei to study, did it seem like he wanted it to be just the two of them? If so, she'd let Quentillius and the others know Cadoras already asked!
Cadoras had asked in his usual lighthearted manner. He'd offered to bring coffee and stay up to study as long as Mei needed. He didn't say anything specific about it bring just the two of them...
When you let him know the others had asked, Cadoras simply asks if they allow coffee there and said he'll bring a bit more for the others.
Rabbit Sebrica, Sorcerer || Skarai, Monk || Lokilia Vaelphin, Druid || Liivi Orav, Barbarian || Vanizi, Warlock || Britari / Halila Talgeta / Jesa Gumovi || Neital Rhessil, Wizard
Iromae Quinaea, Cleric || Roxana Raincrest, Rogue || Satina Cindermark, Fighter || Meira Dheran, Rogue || Qirynna Thadri, Wizard || Crisaryn Melkial, Sorcerer
Friday arrives and as you head to your Magical Physiologies class it is time for Exam #2!
Just as Mei approaches the classroom, she notes a woman standing in the distance. She wears a well-worn cloak and has distinctive blonde hair dyed black on the ends and with some black streaks in it. She looks really tired.
Malvyn too catches a glimpse of this person, a vague sense of recognition passing through this mind. The others can certainly see this person, but have never seen her before.
The woman starts to run towards the classroom. "Mei! Hold on a minute Mei! I've got to talk to you!"
Rabbit Sebrica, Sorcerer || Skarai, Monk || Lokilia Vaelphin, Druid || Liivi Orav, Barbarian || Vanizi, Warlock || Britari / Halila Talgeta / Jesa Gumovi || Neital Rhessil, Wizard
Iromae Quinaea, Cleric || Roxana Raincrest, Rogue || Satina Cindermark, Fighter || Meira Dheran, Rogue || Qirynna Thadri, Wizard || Crisaryn Melkial, Sorcerer
Guardok is certainly curious about the stranger calling Mei's name, but with the exam about to start he can't afford to loiter. He does slow down a bit in case he gets to hear a little of what it is about before he enters the classroom though.
Mae gets a curious look too at the lady calling to her floormates, but since she doesn't recognize her she heads on into class to get herself composed and ready to take her exam.
Mei's eyes widen at sight of a face she never expected to see again.
"K-Kira? What--" she rushes to meet her, a hand outstretched in case the other woman needs steadying. "S-Stars above, what are you doing here? Are you alright?"
((The others would definitely recognize the name from Mei's recounting of what happened in Silk Meadow. She'd have explained that a woman named Kira was her "guide" in Disyn's rituals.))
Malvyn stays behind to listen, trying not to reveal that he too recognizes the woman.
The blond woman looks relieved when she catches sight of Mei. It is indeed Kira and she quickly responds. "I'm ok. But we really need to talk. I've been traveling for a couple of days to get here, hoping I could find you. Disyn has sent me." Up close, the impression is even clearer that she is tired. It seems more than just being weary from the road however.
There are perhaps 2 or 3 students that linger outside the classroom, curious about what is going on. But while there are looks from others, they are far too concerned about their exam to linger outside.
Rabbit Sebrica, Sorcerer || Skarai, Monk || Lokilia Vaelphin, Druid || Liivi Orav, Barbarian || Vanizi, Warlock || Britari / Halila Talgeta / Jesa Gumovi || Neital Rhessil, Wizard
Iromae Quinaea, Cleric || Roxana Raincrest, Rogue || Satina Cindermark, Fighter || Meira Dheran, Rogue || Qirynna Thadri, Wizard || Crisaryn Melkial, Sorcerer
"D-Disyn sent you?" Mei gapes. For her of all people? But how else could Kira have found her, a veritable needle in a haystack? "I--yes, of course we can talk, I just--" she looks back at Malvyn, then at the classroom door.
...the brightness flares and fades, seeming to be diminished more and more each time...
...the emptiness...
Mei is suddenly overwhelmed by that feeling of emptiness again, her chest both hollow and painfully tight with it. This surely has something to do with her Dream. And those Dreams are her responsibility.
She gives Malvyn an apologetic smile then tucks her books and writing utensils away. "Let's get you something to eat and drink, okay? There's a cafe close by, you can sit and rest while we talk. You've come such a long way." Abandoning the exam, Mei leads Kira to the Biblioplex cafe.
((Happy to move this to dms so the others can continue! Whichever you prefer! Mei is hoping she can persuade Lang to let her retake the exam eeee.))
The purple-skinned tiefling gives the petite oracle a concerned look, and as he realizes she isn't going in to take her exam he quickly hurries after her and the other woman. "I'm sorry for interrupting but Mei has an important exam right now, is it possible for you to wait for her while she takes it?" He asks the woman with a pleading look, seeming quite concerned about Mei not taking her exam.
Kira, oblivious to the decision Mei is making, readily agrees. "Something to drink would be great. And about bit to eat. It was a long trip."
Malvyn sees the pair heading off and is able to catch up. Kira looks at Mei as she hears what the tiefling says. "Is it really important? I... could wait a bit i guess..."
Rabbit Sebrica, Sorcerer || Skarai, Monk || Lokilia Vaelphin, Druid || Liivi Orav, Barbarian || Vanizi, Warlock || Britari / Halila Talgeta / Jesa Gumovi || Neital Rhessil, Wizard
Iromae Quinaea, Cleric || Roxana Raincrest, Rogue || Satina Cindermark, Fighter || Meira Dheran, Rogue || Qirynna Thadri, Wizard || Crisaryn Melkial, Sorcerer
"It is important..." Malvyn insists, to him it is very important, not only for himself but for his friends to succeed at the university. "...here, allow me to treat you to something to eat and drink while we take the exam." He says, and goes on to explain where to find the Biblioplex cafe. "Mei will meet you there as soon as she is finished." He reassures her.
"B-But she came all the way from Silkmeadow," Mei says with a barely contained sense of frantic urgency as she looks between the two. "And I had a Dream about something happening to Disyn. If she's--if I can help--" tears gather in her eyes. "I have to help. What if waiting is the difference between..." life and death, she doesn't say.
She reaches out to gently squeeze Malvyn's hand, knowing he's only looking out for her. "I'll explain everything to Professor Lang, I promise. I'm sure she'll understand. I could just as well be sick in bed today."
The purple-skinned tiefling starts to realize there might in fact be even more important things in life than exams, looking at Mei with his fiery red eyes, still concerned, but now about her mention of a dream that seemed to trouble her, deeply even. "I will cover for you...somehow..." He says, giving the petite oracle a hug. "...just be careful now alright, you have friends that want to help you..." He whispers, holding her protectively close, then stepping back. "...right after the exams." He adds with a wink to lighten the mood slightly, giving the woman a nod before turning to march after the others.
The bell rings to signify it is 1pm - time for Magical Physiologies to begin.
Inside the classroom, Mae and Guardok are well aware that neither Mei nor Malvyn have come into the room yet. Professor Lang begins passing out papers. "Keep the papers turned over until everyone has a copy. Like our previous exam, there will be two sections for this. The first will be multiple choice, covering Owlbear Disposition and Habits. The second section will be short essays about Owlbear Companions. You will have the full class period to complete your work." She glances around to make sure nobody was missed. "Remember, no magic use or you will fail the exam. Please begin."
(OOC - The first section covers owlbears’ hunting, eating, mating, fighting, and living habits. Please make an Intelligence (Nature) check.
The section covers methods for taming, training, and handling owlbears and on keeping owlbears as companions. Please make an Animal Handling (Wisdom) check.
Student Dice may be added, but I don't think anyone has any that apply. After making the first two rolls, each of you may re-roll one of the results and take the higher of the two rolls.)
Outside, Mei and Malvyn can also hear the bell ring. Kira's words still sound uncertain, "I don't think an hour or so will matter... Things have just become... different with Disyn."
Rabbit Sebrica, Sorcerer || Skarai, Monk || Lokilia Vaelphin, Druid || Liivi Orav, Barbarian || Vanizi, Warlock || Britari / Halila Talgeta / Jesa Gumovi || Neital Rhessil, Wizard
Iromae Quinaea, Cleric || Roxana Raincrest, Rogue || Satina Cindermark, Fighter || Meira Dheran, Rogue || Qirynna Thadri, Wizard || Crisaryn Melkial, Sorcerer
"Meet you at the cafe, then," Mei replies as she hugs Malvyn back, touched by his protectiveness. "Will you ask the others to come too? And good luck. N-Not that you need it!"
She watches Malvyn walk away, then smiles softly at Kira. "If it was important enough to come all this way for, then it's certainly more important than an exam," she says, giving her hand a reassuring squeeze. "I've been worried about you all, to be honest. But didn't know how to contact you. I had a Dream about..." Mei describes her Dream of the clearing and Disyn to Kira as they walk towards the cafe.
Nature: 8
Animal Handling: 10
Mae will try to reroll the Nature check: Nat 1 for 2 total.
Guess it's summer remediation for Mae...