DH Kiva Kijewski
December 07, 2006 11:12 PM
Lesson 1, Years 3-4 by DH Kiva Kijewski
Kiva was busy cleaning up the clearing after her first class had left. Even though they never did much but sit or stand around, the place always seemed disorganized when the group of students left. It could be because the crate was half dumped or parchments of papers were laying around, but it seemed more than that. Kiva liked to think that part of it was the students had an abundance of energy that she just couldn't keep up with, but perhaps it was all just in her head. Being as emotionally drained as she had been these last few months, perhaps Kiva was the dellusional one and not Simon. She could hear her next batch of students making their way down the paths, so she quickly finished what she was doing and turned around to await their arrival.\r\n\r\nWhen she was sure that everyone had arrived, Kiva greeted them all with a cheerful smile. "Good day everyone, I'm glad to see all of your familiar faces having returned for another year here at Sonora." Kiva said, pacing in front of them as she had done in her first lesson. "Today's lesson is going to be a bit different. Some of you older students might remember learning about the jarveys last year as well as gnomes. Well, this lesson is somewhat like that one only, not with Jarveys and not with gnomes." Kiva paused and moved around to a crate that was positioned on the table she had transfigured before running into Simon earlier that day. "I suggest anyone wearing jewelry or watches to take them off and hide them in your pockets or bags." Kiva worned before pulling out a creature.
\r\n\r\nThe creature was black and fluffy, sporting a long snout. Kiva thought they were the most adorable creatures, but she was sure some might find them to be rather ugly. "This is called a niffler." Kiva said, raising the one in her arms out a bit, though the niffler snuggled closer to her, causing her smile affectionately at it. "Nifflers are originally from the UK, but are exported around the world. They are sweet creatures and love attention. Their main purpose in the wizarding society is to find treasure. You see, they are attracted to glittery things such as gold or diamonds. Their snout allows them to burrow deep beneath the Earth's surface to find these so called treaures." Kiva explained.
\r\n\r\n"Most nifflers are owned by Goblins, since they run the banking systems, however, some people do have them as their own. I want to warn you all though, that nifflers should never be considered for a house pet. They destroy homes. They seek everything glittery, and will do what it takes to get them." Kiva said, trying to get them to understand just how destructive these creatures could truly be.
\r\n\r\n"Now, for this lesson, you will need a partner and one niffler between the both of you." Kiva said, waiting for the groans she was sure to come. She figured that by now these students ought to be used to working in pairs. "With the help of Si-Mr. Tellermen-there are gold coins, no they are not real gold coins, burried throughout the gardens. The group who finds the most coins will get a treat of their choosing, so long as it's agreeable and appropriate." Kiva anounced to them all. "Alright, find your partners, grab a niffler, and have some fun."
\r\n\r\nOOC: Okay everyone, I'm looking for how well you write your reponses (make sure they are at least 2 paragraphs, 5 sentences each), grammar, and how well you develop your character. Take your time and have fun! \r\n\r\n\r\n
Subthreads: In search of a partner. by Allie St. Martin with Adam Brockert
If I were a pirate, I'd so want one... by Dalila Bastet with Saul Pierce, Dalila
Oh the joys of fuzzy black things by Bella Santoro with Devian Dupree, Bella
Nifflers? My sisters are more destructive. by Guenther Heindrich with Briony O'Leary
I'm happy with the <i> real </i> gold I already have, thank by Jordanna Howard with Geoffrey Layne
It's <i>fluffy</i>! by Lexi Stafford with Anne Wright, Lexi
The Winners Revealed. by Professor K
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Bella Santoro
December 10, 2006 9:06 PM
Oh the joys of fuzzy black things by Bella Santoro
Bella arrived to Care of Magical Creatures right along side many of her yearmates. As soon as she entered the clearing, she threw off her robes and laid completely flat on her back on the ground. She neither liked nor disliked this class. It was just a class to her. It had the potential of being fun, but most of the time, the creatures were dull. Last years lesson with the gnomes had been entertaining, Bella's partner...not so much.She wore her favorite Weird Sisters t-shirt that clung to her body showing off her ever growing curves. Her ripped shorts fell midway between the top of her thighs and her knees. Her black knee high boots laced all the way up to her knees. The exposed area of her leg was covered in bright red fishnet stockings. Her make up was heavy around the eyes with glossy lips while her hair was set in natural looking waves that set itself nicely with her cut. Bella's style was completely different than the one she adorn the year previous, but this one suited her perfectly.
Bella shifted slightly in her spot to get a look at the Professor as the lesson started. Luckily, Bella never wore jewelry. She always forgot to put them on in the morning. But the idea that they were asked to be removed intrigued Bella slightly. Watching the Professor, Bella grinned at the sight of the Niffler. She had heard of those but never really seen one besides those in books. She used to pretend that her cousin's crup was really a Niffler and that they were treasure hunters exploring the world for all it's riches.
The word partners caused Bella to groan loudly. She hated working in pairs. Especially because Bella didn't really have friends, so finding a partner was that much harder for her. Standing and brushing off the grass that stuck itself to her clothes, Bella moved to the crate and pulled a niffler from it's cage. Smiling, Bella hugged the niffler close to her and wandered back over to her belongings. She wasn't sure if she ought to yell out for someone to be her partner or just wait to see how was partnerless. She hated the fact that she never really made friends here and now would be paying for it.
Taking a deep breath and sucking it up, Bella saw someone without a niffler and, presumably, without a partner, "Hey, hey you! Wanna join up?"\n\n
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Oh the joys of fuzzy black things
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Devian Dupree
December 14, 2006 2:22 AM
Re: Oh the joys of fuzzy black things by Devian Dupree
Care of Magical Creatures was not Devian's forte, even though he did well enough in the class. The only interesting thing about the class this year was that he was now a third year, which meant working with the fourth years, and in particular fourth year girls, who were becoming in his opinion rather hot.Of course, some better than others. Looking around the grassy area, he found a group of cute girls to sit near. Once settled, he was about to try and strike up a conversation when the Professor started the class. He gave an internal groan. He hated listening to lectures, but every once in awhile something worth knowing came up. Ironically, this was one of those times. Something he thought would never happen in this class, but alas there it was, nifflers. A creature that searched for treasure, and with treasure, Devian knew came power, and Devian wanted power and all that came with it.
He was about to get a niffler when a particularly attractive girl shouted at him, 'Hey, hey you! Wanna join up?' Devian's full lips curved into a smile. Yes, yes, he would. This girl didn't look like all the others. She stood out in a rather dramatic way. He briefly wondered why he hadn't noticed her before. With all the confidence in the world, he strode in his arrogant way over to the girl.
"Devian Dupree," he introduced himself in a lazy manner. "And the answer is yes."\n\n
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Devian Dupree
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Bella
December 14, 2006 8:59 PM
At least they're useful by Bella
Watching the boy walk closer to her, Bella wondered if it had been a good idea to have chosen him with the look that was currently on his face. Bella waited for him to draw level with her before acknowledging him with a smile. His introduction had Bella's smile faultering for a moment.Dupree. He was related to Nicoletta. Bella only knew the girl from classes and what rumors where had with her and her roommates, but none of them were all that good. Bella looked him over for a moment. The Duprees where similiar to the Santoros in that there a a handful of siblings currently at the school. The same could be said for the Careys. Though, Bella would predict that the Careys and the Duprees had more in common with one another than the Santoros did with either of them. Bella guessed it was more culture than anything else.
"Bella Santoro." Bella said in the same manner of introduction he gave to her. "And great, it saves me the bother of having to look for someone else." Bella added, her smile returning to her. "This seems like it can be a fun lesson, yeah? Not much for us to do but stand around and collect fake coins." Bella commented, looking around at the rest of the class. "Where shall we start?"\n\n
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At least they're useful
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Devian
December 18, 2006 1:10 AM
Indeed by Devian
Devian smirked slightly when Bella introduced herself in the same manner he had. She seemed to be a girl that could defiently hold her own, a plus in his book. He liked them with a little spice, because sugar was just too boring. It was why, he would never be seen going after a Teppenpaw. They were just way too...nice."Well, I guess we should start in the denser areas. They seem to be the best hiding spots," he offered, hoping it sounded as logical to her as it did to him.
He couldn't say he didn't want to win, but not for the prize. He could buy himself anything he wanted. No, he wanted to win to prove that he was better than his cousin, Chris. The guy didn't even act like a true Dupree. Devian sneered slightly. No, he acted whipped around that goody-two-shoes Teppenpaw prefect girlfriend of his. He vowed never to be like that.\n\n
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Devian
Indeed
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Bella
December 18, 2006 4:20 PM
Right, well, anywho... by Bella
Bella glanced around the area to the places where Devian was indicating. It seemed like a fair place to start. And, as she looked around, it already looked like some of the groups were gathering gold already. Too bad it wasn't real gold.Her eyes returned to the guy infront of her. He wasn't all that bad looking once the arrogant look was taking off of his face. She gave him a hard look as she studied him. Boys were mysteries to her. She had plenty of family members to study, but still, she couldn't quite figure them out.
Placing the niffler on the ground and watching it take off into the ground, Bella stood there watching in silence for a moment. Finally, she turned back to Devian, "How'd do you think they know who to come back to? I mean, they've only had a few moments with us, you'd think they would just go to the first person they see when they come back up."\n\n
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Bella
Right, well, anywho...
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Devian
December 18, 2006 10:39 PM
Subject lines are not my strong point by Devian
"I suppose that they know to come back to us due to our scent since most animals tend to distinguish by it," he reasoned. "We may have a little time to kill before he comes back. Want to take a seat?"Devian gestured towards the soft grass, before taking a seat himself. While he waited, he idlely twirled a piece of grass with his fingers, as he tried to come up with something to talk about with her. He was very good at making a first impression, but after that he tended to fail.
"So, where is home for you?" He asked curiously. "I live in France with my parents and my sisters, Danae and Lucie."
Okay, it wasn't the best topic ever, but at least it was something. He hated the awkward get to know you conversations. It was so much easier with the initiation and then once you actually knew the person.
He was about to say more when the niffler came back with a few of the gold pieces. He took them from the creature and set him off in a nearby spot, so he wouldn't have to move much yet.
"Looks like he found two," he said, his hand out to show Bella.\n\n
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Devian
Subject lines are not my strong point
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Bella
December 18, 2006 11:28 PM
They come and go with me by Bella
His answer was so obvious that Bella let out a soft laugh. Why hadn't she thought of that? It was so simple. Of course they would have known them from their scents. That's how most creatures distinguished one thing from another. "Of course! Sorry, I guess I've been a bit spacey with my thoughts. Scent, makes sense." Bella said, still giggling to herself.Bella shrugged at his question, but didn't hesitate to sit back down on the ground. Most girls (and by most, she meant the few she knew from classes such as Jordanna) wouldn't be caught dead sitting on the dirt and grass. Bella, however, lounged on it. Kicking back and laying flat on her back with her arms beneath her head, Bella was rather comfortable and content. Even being from an upstanding Pureblood family, Bella was no prude and could have cared less about bugs, dirt, and people seeing her under (though she happened to be wearing shorts, so that wasn't much of an issue). Being raised in such a large family as she had been with all the boys, a girl needed to learn to cope in order to survive.
"Well, technically I'm from Los Angeles." Bella answered him, turning her head slightly to get a look at him. "But I only ever spend Christmas there. My dad's from Mexico and we spend the first half of summer there while my mom's from Spain-her maiden name is Chavez-and we spend the rest of our summers there." Bella said with a slight shrug. Even to her it sounded like she didn't really have a home at all. Sometimes, with all the traveling, it felt like that too. "So Nicoletta's not your sister? Is she your cousin or something?" Bella asked, curious as to his relationship with her yearmate.
"Excellent." Bella responded, eyeing the gold in Devian's hand. "Man, I used to wish I had a niffler when I was younger." Bella said rather wistfully. "My cousins and I used to play Pirates when we were younger. Their crup would become our 'niffler' and we'd hunt for treasure together." Bella laughed softly again. That had been long before she had started at Sonora. "It's a game I tought my neices too. By the way, crups make lousey Nifflers."\n\n
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They come and go with me
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