Scalding Sands - Qasr Sultanate Academy
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Hm? Have we met before? Sorry, I'm not very good at remembering faces! |
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That bird... It looks like this is Kalim's dream. |
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You said this was Qasr Sultanate Academy. Are you a student here? |
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I guess reintroductions are in order. I'm Kalim Al-Asim, a sophomore at Qasr Sultanate Academy. |
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What are you saying? You go to Night Raven College. You're the housewarden of Scarabia Dorm. |
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Night...? Hmm, that does sound vaguely familiar... Is that the school you're from? |
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Um, yes. |
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He must not go to Night Raven College in this dream. |
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So it seems. He doesn't remember us being classmates, either.
But from what I'm seeing, he's got the same cheerful, friendly personality as the Kalim I know. |
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So, where is Night Ray...uh...your school? |
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It's in a place called Sage's Island, in the Land of Dawning. |
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The Land of Dawning? Ah, then it's north across the sea.
You've come a long way to visit the Scalding Sands! Allow me to welcome you.
Aha. Being from the north would explain why you're dressed like that.
You don't have any headwear to block the sun, and the fabric your clothes are made from doesn't seem very breathable... Ah!
Now that I'm looking, you guys are seriously sweating! |
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Rgh... This black fabric is absorbing the sunlight. It's like I'm in a sauna! |
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Same. My gear's internal temperature is rising so sharply, my cooling systems can't keep up... |
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Oh gosh, are you okay? Hold on, I'll get you some cold, refreshing water! |
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You will? I want some! |
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You got it. Here goes!
Respite in the scalding sands, a neverending party. Dance! Sing!
Oasis Maker! |
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Mmm, that truly is refreshing! I can feel the water's coolness seeping into me. |
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While I appreciate the gesture, you shouldn't splash water into people's faces. You'll ruin their makeup.
Could you put some in this cup instead? |
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Ooh, you can summon a cup!
That means you're mages, right? Is Night Raven College another school for mages? |
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Yes. Since you said "another," I take it Qasr Sultanate Academy is also an arcane academy?
I never knew the Scalding Sands had one. |
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Yeah, my dad made it two years ago. It's still brand new. |
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Uh-huh... Wait, what? He MADE it?! |
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I manifested magic back when I was...14, I think? But there weren't any arcane academies to study at nearby.
So he figured, why not just make one? And he had it built real fast. |
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I get the whole "why not just make one?" mentality, but dude... This takes it to a whole other level. |
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Ooh, say! I'm sure something brought us together. You should tell me more about your own school! |
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Ah, this presents a perfect chance to probe for weaknesses in the dream! |
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True. But...
It's far too sunny out here. I don't want to get a sunburn. Would it be possible to head indoors for this discussion? |
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Ah hah hah!
Why move, when we can just have shelter brought to us? There's a nice breeze going, after all.
Hey, everyone! Prepare a party! |
Retainers A & B |
Yes, Mr. Kalim! |
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What in the world? There's a veritable army of people rushing in with parasols and tableware! |
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They're laying out rugs and setting out food dishes... Incredible. There's a whole party being assembled before our eyes. Who are they? |
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Retainers who came here with me from home. |
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Sitting on the ground to drink tea makes this feel like a picnic.
And these traditional Scalding Sands rugs and colorful cushion covers are both delightful. |
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Ooh, you like them? You're welcome to keep any of them you like as a souvenir. |
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Any of them...? Aren't they all made entirely from silk?
And isn't Scalding Sands silk quite expensive? |
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Don't worry about that! We've got so much we could open a store with it.
In fact, it's our business! Ah hah hah! |
Retainer A |
Mr. Al-Asim, the party is ready! |
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All right, let's get this started. Everyone, have a seat!
We've got a whole spread here and plenty more where that came from. Make yourselves at home and eat up!
To our meeting today! Cheers! |
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