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daybreakacademy2019-01-23 02:53 pm
arcadianvampire) wrote in daybreakacademy2019-01-23 02:53 pm
You Better Have Done Your Reading...
Who: Valvatorez and You
What: [A] Lecture Time! or [B] Office Hours! Join Valvatorez for one of his (in)famous lectures in Daemon Defense, though before the Practical classes have begun. Alternatively, if you're seeking academic help, have a question, or want to get to know one of hte professors, you can reach him at his office hours. Faculty are welcome to both attend his lecture or come to his office. His door's open to everyone.
When: ....Whenever in January fits.
Where: The classroom, or Valvatorez's office
Warnings: Lots of ham, most likely. And Defense Against Vampires and Daemons Class.
[A: The Lecture]
[To those who are attending the class for the first time, many of the rumors you might've heard about this class quickly turn out to be true: Valvatorez hands out a syllabus to anyone attending his class, and it's packed. The homework demands are pretty rough, requiring quite a lot of reading outside of class, and if people are considering the practical portion of the class, there's even more. Worse, the works are that much more difficult to digest at the higher level. Breakdowns of the lectures are included in the syllabus as well... but with a proviso that information might change on a moment's notice. And being a Daemon, this is not an idle threat: rumors will have persisted about Valvatorez changing lecture subject matter entirely, and while it seems like a whim, it's actually more calculated than that. In truth, it's his way of ensuring his students are not inclined to skip his class.
If this happens to not be the first class of the term, the lecture will start going over the required reading very early... and Valvatorez will be quick to keep an eye out for weakness: students who have not done the reading will find themselves singled out to answer questions unless their poker face is perfect. He will not be making deductions for lack of performance in class yet, but he definitely keeps notes as to who might be slacking or simply falling behind.
For the lecture's part, Valvatorez is quite an orator, and delivers his class with intensity and a controlled enthusiasm. If there's one thing you cannot accuse him of, it's being dry or boring. Peppered throughout his lecture include personal anecdotes and experience; actually useful bits of information, given the context. While the early part of the lecture might come off as more stern, this part has him more at ease, so long as no one's causing trouble. You're not causing trouble, are you?]
So then, I hope you have all learned something valuable today. Remember, what vampires are weak to can vary greatly from instance to instance: some are vulnerable to sunlight, some are not. Some can be turned by religious imagery, others, like myself, will simply laugh at you if you try it. The required reading for the next class will cover these differences in greater detail, and because vampires are such dangerous and cunning foes, you would do well to read and reread the section. Make flashcards or a mnemonic device for them if you must. Anything it takes to help you retain this information.
And importantly, if you are confused, do not be afraid to come to my office hours and ask for additional instruction. My door is open for a reason.
[He then quietly claps his hands in front of him.]
Now then, are there any questions? And do not be shy. If you do not ask, I cannot help you.
[B]
[Valvatorez's office hours are posted, and as promised, while he is present in his office, his door is open. The inside of it is filled with several bookcases, stuffed to the brim with magical tomes, grimoires, Hunter manuals, monstrous bestiaries, scientific journals, and scientific books on the ocean and marine biology. The aesthetic of the office might not appear terribly inviting however, as it is... well, somewhat Gothic in nature, including... well, gargoyles, mounted on the walls and magical torches that burn with smokeless and heatless flame. In front of his desk sat three large, stuffed chairs with bright red fabric; they actually looked comfortable, though the backs of the chairs appeared to sprout carved bat wings made of a dark wood. His own chair, though, was reasonably sized, with a back shaped more like a coffin sprouting similar wings.
Mounted in various places around the room include several trophies of dead monsters; often skulls of fantastic, dangerous beasts that are known to terrorize humans that Valvatorez doubtlessly brought down. There was even what appeared to be a dragon skull mounted above his desk. ...Though it was truthfully just a replica, as the original was too large and too valuable to keep for a trophy when the Academy had more use for it.
Suffice it to say, his office was truly as extra as he was. But he liked it that way, and he wasn't going to change it for anyone. The only thing seemingly out of place is a surprisingly plain assortment of soft drinks and bags of snacks in a basket on the corner of his desk. ...That, and the floor-to-ceiling cylindrical aquarium filled with sardines and other fish in the rear portion of his office. What? You didn't think he'd have something like that?
Upon someone coming into the door, Val's red eyes would dart from the book he was reading and meet his visitor squarely... and with it, a surprisingly sincere, if small, smile.]
Ah, hello! Do come in, and have a seat, and help yourself to something in the basket, if you would like.
What: [A] Lecture Time! or [B] Office Hours! Join Valvatorez for one of his (in)famous lectures in Daemon Defense, though before the Practical classes have begun. Alternatively, if you're seeking academic help, have a question, or want to get to know one of hte professors, you can reach him at his office hours. Faculty are welcome to both attend his lecture or come to his office. His door's open to everyone.
When: ....Whenever in January fits.
Where: The classroom, or Valvatorez's office
Warnings: Lots of ham, most likely. And Defense Against Vampires and Daemons Class.
[A: The Lecture]
[To those who are attending the class for the first time, many of the rumors you might've heard about this class quickly turn out to be true: Valvatorez hands out a syllabus to anyone attending his class, and it's packed. The homework demands are pretty rough, requiring quite a lot of reading outside of class, and if people are considering the practical portion of the class, there's even more. Worse, the works are that much more difficult to digest at the higher level. Breakdowns of the lectures are included in the syllabus as well... but with a proviso that information might change on a moment's notice. And being a Daemon, this is not an idle threat: rumors will have persisted about Valvatorez changing lecture subject matter entirely, and while it seems like a whim, it's actually more calculated than that. In truth, it's his way of ensuring his students are not inclined to skip his class.
If this happens to not be the first class of the term, the lecture will start going over the required reading very early... and Valvatorez will be quick to keep an eye out for weakness: students who have not done the reading will find themselves singled out to answer questions unless their poker face is perfect. He will not be making deductions for lack of performance in class yet, but he definitely keeps notes as to who might be slacking or simply falling behind.
For the lecture's part, Valvatorez is quite an orator, and delivers his class with intensity and a controlled enthusiasm. If there's one thing you cannot accuse him of, it's being dry or boring. Peppered throughout his lecture include personal anecdotes and experience; actually useful bits of information, given the context. While the early part of the lecture might come off as more stern, this part has him more at ease, so long as no one's causing trouble. You're not causing trouble, are you?]
So then, I hope you have all learned something valuable today. Remember, what vampires are weak to can vary greatly from instance to instance: some are vulnerable to sunlight, some are not. Some can be turned by religious imagery, others, like myself, will simply laugh at you if you try it. The required reading for the next class will cover these differences in greater detail, and because vampires are such dangerous and cunning foes, you would do well to read and reread the section. Make flashcards or a mnemonic device for them if you must. Anything it takes to help you retain this information.
And importantly, if you are confused, do not be afraid to come to my office hours and ask for additional instruction. My door is open for a reason.
[He then quietly claps his hands in front of him.]
Now then, are there any questions? And do not be shy. If you do not ask, I cannot help you.
[B]
[Valvatorez's office hours are posted, and as promised, while he is present in his office, his door is open. The inside of it is filled with several bookcases, stuffed to the brim with magical tomes, grimoires, Hunter manuals, monstrous bestiaries, scientific journals, and scientific books on the ocean and marine biology. The aesthetic of the office might not appear terribly inviting however, as it is... well, somewhat Gothic in nature, including... well, gargoyles, mounted on the walls and magical torches that burn with smokeless and heatless flame. In front of his desk sat three large, stuffed chairs with bright red fabric; they actually looked comfortable, though the backs of the chairs appeared to sprout carved bat wings made of a dark wood. His own chair, though, was reasonably sized, with a back shaped more like a coffin sprouting similar wings.
Mounted in various places around the room include several trophies of dead monsters; often skulls of fantastic, dangerous beasts that are known to terrorize humans that Valvatorez doubtlessly brought down. There was even what appeared to be a dragon skull mounted above his desk. ...Though it was truthfully just a replica, as the original was too large and too valuable to keep for a trophy when the Academy had more use for it.
Suffice it to say, his office was truly as extra as he was. But he liked it that way, and he wasn't going to change it for anyone. The only thing seemingly out of place is a surprisingly plain assortment of soft drinks and bags of snacks in a basket on the corner of his desk. ...That, and the floor-to-ceiling cylindrical aquarium filled with sardines and other fish in the rear portion of his office. What? You didn't think he'd have something like that?
Upon someone coming into the door, Val's red eyes would dart from the book he was reading and meet his visitor squarely... and with it, a surprisingly sincere, if small, smile.]
Ah, hello! Do come in, and have a seat, and help yourself to something in the basket, if you would like.
A -- after class
Especially at making his students squirm.
It's just what Avery needs to see, especially after the hell that was that recent mission. Nothing quite like a little schadenfreude in the morning.]
I've gotta say, Val... No one here teaches quite like you do. You think they'd learn to pay attention by now.
no subject
As far as he was concerned, his colleagues were more than welcome in his classroom.
Val was finishing up gathering his materials and notes, and then turned to look at his visitor.]
One would think. It would definitely make the process for them much more painless. But weren't we all rebellious in youth? ...And some of us still are, I suppose.
[He slipped his binder of notes under his arm, and walked closer.]
no subject
Rebellious or lazy. Maybe a little of both.
Makes for some great entertainment.
no subject
Oh, it certainly does. Some of the rebellion is just... adorably quaint. Not that I'm against trying to assert oneself, but many think we haven't seen it before. Honestly.
...Though I would be lying if I didn't acknowledge some cleverness in some of these kids. They do keep getting smarter every year. I appreciate that.
no subject
I'd like to think some small part of that is thanks to my efforts. If not more. Nothing like the thrill of finding a loophole to exploit, eh?
no subject
I must admit, even I can sometimes enjoy the stupefied look of someone who realizes they fell for a well-timed feint.
You're not exactly easy on your pupils either. But I believe that's for the best.
no subject
[He holds up a finger]
And do let me know in advance when you're going to begin the practical exams, won't you? I want to make sure I have enough time to make popcorn!
no subject
[...That's a compliment, even if might not necessarily sound like one.]
And but of course! Though I would ask that you try not to laugh too loudly this time. Failure in the exams can be bruising enough to a well-meaning student's ego, let alone having haunting laughter ripple through the exam site.
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