Class Outline & Log: Strengthening Diplomatic Relations - Mariah

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Class Outline & Log: Strengthening Diplomatic Relations - Mariah

Post by Mariah » Sat Jul 23, 2022 8:59 pm

Accepted Mariah teaches a class on Strengthing Diplomatic Relations, and gets the Baroness Aira of Cairhien as a guest panelist. She covers the class from Housekeeping rules, introduction, core content, brainstorming, panel discussion, and question & answer. This is a newly-updated rendition of a class she created and taught in 2010.

Point of view: Mariah
Main character: Mariah
Main character: Aira
Main character: Nevirha
Main character: Chloro
Main character: Raeza
Main character: Kali
Main character: Liia
Main character: Coshe
Main character: Verne
Main character: Penzei
Main character: Prya
Main character: Aelrena

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Class Outline – Strengthening Diplomatic Relations:
By Accepted Mariah sur Paendrag Mashera

Go over standard class rules if someone is new to taking class:
- Do not disrupt the class with idle conversation.
- If you have a question, raise your hand.
- Please keep your eating, drinking, and other actions that distract (spam) to breaks or the end of the class.

Introduction:
- Why we need to strengthen diplomatic relations with organizations, nation-states, and individuals.
- Each organization has a potential to aid the White Tower and the war against the Dark One.
- To achieve the greatest success in these dealings the White Tower needs to be able to influence the other party. Better relations, the cheaper the costs of negotiations.
- Who makes the decision for the organization, and who has influence over them. Doing a little initial investigating on the individuals could provide insight on their concerns and what to address or provide.

What to consider when trying to strengthen relations. Visibility and Assistance. For the sake of this class consider the case of the White Tower trying to influence a justice clan.

Visibility:
- The more often the organization sees White Tower members in an everyday capacity helps to reinforce a positive relationship.
- Greet members of that justice clan when you see them awake. This could lead to an invitation to an activity or lead to a longer conversation. Ask them if they need help with anything or consider inviting them along to somewhere. Be mindful not to annoy or pester them with messages. They may be busy or not appreciate talking to new people.
- It helps to be proactive if one of their members has a question or request. They will remember when you come to their assistance during smobbing, a quest, or helping them how to make a candle when they have a question.
- Take it a step further. It can have added measure to show up and provide hands-on assistance instead of communicating from afar. Or to find them in person to initiate a greeting.


Assistance:
- The White Tower is unique in its member’s ability to channel the One Power. It is beneficial to show the usefulness of channeling by providing locates when legal and support weaves to the members. Offering to use Travel to save them some time could help build good-will as well.
- Often overlooked is the benefit of having the simple necessities. Ensuring that food, light, water containers, horses, and mending implements are on hand can go a long way to foster good-will.
- Daily Quests. These are a source of merit, and may be completed easier with some help from the White Tower.
- Most of the class has been about individual concerns but the group as a whole might have some unique interests. Such as if the Cairhien Rising Sun were concerned about having more refresh vials on hand, it might help bolster relations to provide spare vials or herbs that the vials are made from.
- Ways we can assist: Provide equipment, questing, weaves, fighting, smobbing

Class activities:
- Ask the class for other examples of ways to assist.
- Go through a brainstorming session with the class. Pick a nation or organization and ask the class to come up with ideas and programs that would help strengthen the White Tower’s relations with the country.

Conclude the class by answering any outstanding questions and dismissing the students.

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Class Log:

Hallway Outside the Classrooms
This unremarkable gray stone hallway and landing off a stairwell is lined
with a number of doors, marked with the numbers one through twenty. Two
large double doors sit in a pointed archway on the northern end of the
corridor. A portrait of a woman wearing a seven-striped stole surrounded by
battle scenes hangs on the wall opposite the stairwell.
[ obvious exits: N E S U D ] [ E: door N: doubledoors ]
Penzei Perets, Tower Accepted, Yellow Ajah Apprentice is standing here.
Coshe Neofedd, Tower Accepted is standing here.

open door east

doorName is now set as: door

In the Classroom
A board of black slate hangs on the wall near the door, suggesting this
room is used as a classroom. The room is plain and windowless and has
enough place to seat thirty students. A dais with a desk sits at the front
of the room, where the Aes Sedai or Accepted teaching the class can sit.
[ obvious exits: W ] [ W: door ]
Lady Kali Orfanos is standing here.
Lady Liia Averon, Brown Cartographer is resting here.
Chloro the Sister is standing here.
Aelrena the Tower Accepted is standing here.
A haughty young woman strides by practicing Aes Sedai serenity.

Penzei has arrived from the west.

Verne has arrived from the west.

Penzei curtseys gracefully.

Mariah glides into the classroom.

Verne curtseys gracefully.

Chloro says 'New ward I believe.'

Coshe has arrived from the west.

Mariah curtsies to the Aes Sedai present.

Coshe curtseys gracefully.

Kali finds the comfy chair and reclines.

Coshe walks to a desk near the front of the class room, and sits gently.

Mariah walks over to the large desk at front and begins unloading her class supplies. A stack of papers is set on the corner within easy reach.

Kali gets a hunk of beef from a backpack.

Kali eats a hunk of beef.

Verne finds a spot next to the bookshelf and lets her eyes wander over all the titles.

Coshe pulls a notebook, quill and inkwell out of her pack and places it on the desk.

Nevirha has arrived from the west.

Coshe curtseys before Nevirha.

Verne curtseys before Nevirha.

In the Classroom
A board of black slate hangs on the wall near the door, suggesting this
room is used as a classroom. The room is plain and windowless and has
enough place to seat thirty students. A dais with a desk sits at the front
of the room, where the Aes Sedai or Accepted teaching the class can sit.
[ obvious exits: W ] [ W: door ]
Lady Nevirha Biandhn is standing here.
Coshe Neofedd, Tower Accepted is standing here.
Verne the Brown Ajah Apprentice is standing here.
Penzei Perets, Tower Accepted, Yellow Ajah Apprentice is standing here.
Lady Kali Orfanos is standing here.
Lady Liia Averon, Brown Cartographer is resting here.
Chloro the Sister is standing here.
Aelrena the Tower Accepted is standing here.
A haughty young woman strides by practicing Aes Sedai serenity.

Coshe sits gently down at the desk again.

Aelrena stands beside her desk humming quietly under her breath as she adjusts the inkwell she set out ahead of time a half inch to the right.

Aelrena curtseys before Nevirha.

Penzei produces a leather backed binder and quill from seemingly nowhere out of her dress before placing it gently on the desk in front of her and preparing for the class.

Nevirha says 'The dreadlord, Jestin, is about.'

Mariah says 'It is very nice to see all of you here today. We will start promptly at 4pm server time.'

Nevirha says 'Or at least, he was in Caemlyn'

Kali closes the door.

Nevirha says 'Should he appear here, make sure to keep the door closed'

Coshe nods in agreement.
Mariah senses Kali connecting to the True Source.

Nevirha says 'And we will all channel at him.'

Mariah senses Kali is channeling saidar.

Penzei nods in agreement.

Chloro nods in agreement.

Mariah ensures she has easy access to the door and gets a wicked grin on her face.

Coshe gestures briefly at Coshe, who now appears more impressive somehow.

Chloro greets Nevirha with a light kiss on her cheek.

Kali mutters something incomprehensible about a web client and a mobile phone, whatever that means.

Mariah whispers to Chloro 'The Baroness says she is in the practice yard. Would you mind escorting here?'

Penzei drinks water from a water skin.

The door is opened from the other side.

Penzei drinks water from a water skin.

Raeza has arrived from the west.

Raeza closes the door.

Raeza offers a slight smile.

Mariah tilts her head, unable to understand what Kali Sedai is muttering about.

Chloro greets Raeza with a light kiss on her cheek.

Raeza says 'Greetings all.'

Coshe curtseys before Raeza.

Verne curtseys before Raeza.

Penzei curtseys gracefully.

Chloro says 'I very welcome surprise.'

Coshe sits gently back at her desk.

Aelrena curtseys before Raeza.

Chloro beams a smile at Raeza.

Liia stops resting, and clambers on her feet.

Chloro opens the door.

Chloro leaves west.

Mariah curtseys before her.

Nevirha closes the door.

Mariah says 'Once again, thank you all for attending. While Chloro Sedai is escort our guest panelist, I shall begin the class.'

Coshe weaves her hands, creating a hearty meal in the process.

Coshe eats a strange fruit.

Mariah picks up a piece of chalk and writes 'STRENGTHENING DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS' in large letters on the chalkboard.

Chloro has arrived from the west.
Aira has arrived from the west.
A Rising Sun soldier has arrived from the west.

Raeza looks at Aira.

Penzei curtseys gracefully.

Raeza looks at a Rising Sun soldier.

Nevirha smiles at Aira.

Aira inclines her head in greeting towards the attendees.

Coshe curtseys before Aira.

Chloro moves to the back taking a seat among her sisters.

Aira bows slightly to the Aes Sedai.

Kali beams a smile at Aira.

Mariah says 'I would like to introduce the Baroness Aira of the Rising Sun, who has graciously agreed to attend the class and offer perspective.'

Raeza inclines her head in greeting to Aira.

Coshe sits down gently at her desk.

Penzei sits back down and prepares to take notes by dabbing her quill in a ink bottle she produced from ?

Mariah says 'The normal classroom rules apply. Do not disrupt the class with idle conversation. If you have a question, raise your hand and I will call upon you.'

A mirrored lantern held by Verne is about to go out!

Penzei beams a smile at Aira.

Mariah writes her name in in a curly script without lifting the piece of chalk, right below the title of the class.

Mariah writes M A R I A H.

Mariah says 'Please keep your eating, drinking, and other actions that distract (spam) to breaks or the end of the class. Please take the time now if you are particularly famished.'

Penzei starts scribbling on her parchment.

Coshe dips her quill in the inkwell while watching Mariah.

Aira moves to the side of the class, examining the room.

Mariah says 'I will be turning off globals, so that I can be properly focused on the class. Please let myself and the class know if anything pertinent comes up, should you keep yours on.'

Mariah now ignores chats and narrates.

Coshe nods slightly.

Mariah rubs her hands against each other to remove the chalk residue and releases it into the classroom.

A Rising Sun soldier looks slightly intimidated.

Mariah says 'And the last bit of housekeeping is that I will be posting the transcript of the class in the Tower Library so anyone who is late can catch up after the class.'

Mariah says 'Now that we are all here, let us get started.'

Mariah stands at the head of the classroom and looks around at those gathered in front of her, sparing a smile at Larry.

Aelrena coughs loudly.

Mariah says 'The White Tower is constantly entering into diplomatic relations with other organizations around the world, formally and informally. With each having the potentional to aid the White Tower's war against the Dark One.'

Mariah pauses for a moment, turns towards the other side of the class before continuing.

Mariah says 'To achieve greater success in these exchanges we need to be able to influence the other party. As Mariel Sedai says, the more power to wield means less sacrificing in negotiations.'

Penzei continues scribbling fast notes as Mariah talks.

Mariah says 'This class will cover why teach how those of us in the Tower can improve the relations between Tar Valon and other nations.'

Mariah looks an Accepted in the eyes, smiling reassuringly, as she says 'Often times when asked "How can you improve diplomacy with other nations", a Novice or Accepted will reply "well, when I am Aes Sedai I can do this or that."'

Aira shares a glance with Larry.

Mariah says 'Today I want to show you all that we as Novices and Accepted can affect how other nations view us right now.'

Raeza nods slowly.

Mariah gestures with her right hand towards the distinguished women wearing Shawls who are attending.

Coshe makes note of that.

Aelrena nods in agreement.

Mariah says 'While only Aes Sedai officially negotiate treaties and can be true Ambassadors, from the moment we are inducted into the Novice Book we learn that when we are out in the world that our actions reflect on the White Tower.'

Kali looks at Mariah.

Aira nods at that.

Aelrena follows along quietly, her hand darting across the page in front of her as she takes notes.

Mariah says 'When dealing with other nations and clans, we Novices and Accepted have a much different scope than Aes Sedai do. In fact, it is our actions that largely aid the true ambassadors in their roles.'

Kali has lost her link.

Mariah comforts her.

Penzei nods as she continues to write her notes.

Kali has reconnected.

Mariah says 'There are small things that can be done every time we wake up or see someone that can really make a difference in how others see the White Tower as a whole.'

Mariah takes a step to the side, glancing at the blackboard for a moment.

Coshe writes down in an almost incomprehensible script in their notebook.

Mariah says 'In this next part of the class we will talk about what we need to consider when trying to strengthen diplomatic relations with a Clan.'

Mariah says 'It is important to know who will be making the decisions in the clan. While each clan generally has a council making the orders, they get feedback from each of their members.'

Mariah says 'Doing a little investigative work will help find out their concerns and what to address to those members.'

Mariah nods to herself. Very reassuring.

Aira nods in agreement.

Mariah says 'A key component is visibility. The more often an organization sees Novices and Accepteds in an everyday capacity helps reinforce a positive relationship.'

Nevirha opens the door.

Prya has arrived from the west.

Nevirha closes the door.

Prya says 'Very sorry I'm late!'

Penzei giggles.

Nevirha nods towards the empty seat.

Prya quickly takes a seat in the back.

Raeza looks at Prya.

Kali looks at Prya.

Prya blushes.

Mariah pauses as the door opens to a new attendee, looking back at her notes in her hands, and continues.

Prya sits down and rests.

Mariah says 'The transcript will be published in the Tower Library after this class, so you can catch up on what you missed.'

Prya says 'Thank you so much! I look forward to reading it'

Mariah says 'We want the various members of the clans to casually mention White Tower member in a positive light.'

Mariah continues on with her lecture.

Mariah asks 'What are some ways you think where we can increasue our visibility?

Mariah says 'Be mindful that your actions don't hurt our relations with another organization that we are on good terms with. This is politics. We would not want to publically be found locating an Illian Companion for a Defender when they are not Tower Wanted.'

Verne timidly raises her hand.

Mariah calls on Verne

Mariah moves a piece of paper with a numbered list on it to the top of her stack of notes.

Verne says 'one thing is to use our powers to actively help others, rather than flaunting our use of the One Power, we can be a great insturment of aid in tasks such as smobbing when other clans are looking for people'

Aira looks on with interest.

Penzei scribbles furiously trying to keep up, gently dabbing her inkwell every so often.

Mariah says 'That is a great point, Verne. Using the One Power as an aid is something our organization can uniquely provide.'

Coshe raises her hand.

Mariah says 'Yes, Coshe.'

Coshe says 'Most clans I believe have daily missions we could assist with, be it helping to locate objects or heal them as they proceed with those missions.'

Kali has lost her link.

Mariah gets a glint in her eyes as she moves on to a topic she is especially passionate about.

Mariah says 'That is also a great point.'

Mariah says 'If you know of a Clan's specific Daily Quests, you could help an individual quickly get a merit.'

Mariah says 'In fact, I am working on a project now to identify each Clan that the White Tower is in good standing with and list what their Daily Quests are.'

Mariah says 'Then an Accepted could be on the look out for when Clan members are awake, and can offer to help them with a Daily. We might be able to get most of the work done using the One Power, especially if it is a fetch task.'

Mariah says 'I have 11 of them for the most part now and am still gathering the Dailies for the Forester, Gaidin, Illian, Illuminator, Queens Guard, Sword and Hand, Thiefbane, Valon Guard, and the Wall Guard.'

Mariah smiles with satisfaction on her otherwise expression less face.

Penzei nods in agreement.

Aira purses her lips and frowns thoughtfully.

Coshe makes note of that.

Coshe dips her quill into her inkwell.

Chloro makes note of topic discussed.

Raeza looks at a Rising Sun soldier.

Penzei continues her scribbles nodding appropriately.

Aelrena smiles happily.

A Rising Sun soldier considers who is missing in that list and grins.

Prya sneaks a peek at Chloro's notes.

Mariah says 'To expand on Verne's suggestion. Using Locates to help find mutually-wanted criminals or shadowspawn is a great boon we can provide others. As is to use Travel to complete tasks quickly for them.'

Mariah continues to appraise the Accepted in the room.

Raeza rubs her chin thoughtfully.

Mariah says 'Are there any other ways you would like to mention that we could aid a Clan or organization?'

Penzei raises her quill above her head.

Mariah say 'Yes, Penzei, go ahead'.

Mariah places a hand on her hip as she considers the new suggestion.

Penzei says 'Just recently, I brokered an agreement with the Wisdom, under the guidance of Kathala Sedai and Chloro Sedai, should esspecially rural community have an outbreak of plague or other malfeasance a pigeon can be sent and the Yellow Ajah can bend it's full support to helping those communities who would otherwise be cut off from major societies.'

Mariah says 'That in effect leverages a partnership with the Wisdoms to build off and strengthen the concerns of a local region.'

Penzei nods in agreement.

Prya nods and smiles at Penzei, impressed.

Aira quickly smoothes her face after a plague is mentioned.

A Rising Sun soldier touches Aira's elbow and whispers in her ear.

Aira nods at a Rising Sun soldier.

Mariah says 'That is something we haven't covered yet. While we do not want to spend our political capitol wastefully, sometimes utilizing a relationship in small ways, like entering into that agreement with the Wisdoms, keeps the channels open. Kind of like how we flex and train muscles so they will grow stronger.'

Penzei nods as she continues to scribble her notes.

Mariah says 'Other ways we can improve visibility is to visit other nations and making it a point to learn their customs and laws and abiding by them.'

Mariah says 'This draws positive attention and interactions to the Nation, at no cost to the clan.'

Mariah says 'Being helpful on globals and respectfully answering questions. In context of this class, ensuring we are doing this with Clan members.'

Prya nods thoughtfully and taps a finger to her lips.

Mariah gestures with her hand in a rolling motion as she say 'And being seen as helpful in general, of course.'

Coshe nods slightly.

Aira murmurs 'Servants of all.'

Mariah says 'And sometimes it is the personal touches that help show your intent.'

Coshe nods to Aira.

Mariah says 'When a clan member has a question, instead of answering from afar, to show up in person and try to help.'

Aelrena nods along quietly, her gaze locked on Mariah.

Coshe nods slowly.

Mariah says 'I would love to hear the Baroness' opinion of this later in the class, but I've always been told that it is a boon to greet clan members when they are awake. This could lead to an invitation to join in an activity, a lengthened conversation, or even just impress your name and affiliation in their memory.'

Mariah says 'Taking into account not to be annoying or pester them too often.'

Aira bows her head towards Mariah in acquiescence.

Penzei begins furiously scribbling her notes again.

Mariah quickly pulls the last two items from her list that have not been covered yet.

Nevirha gives the class an appraising look.

Mariah says 'Other ways to help and show your involvment could be to invite the clan member to come along for an activity like Smobbing, or deliver quality horses up north for fighters. Can train Blodstocks in Tear or Razors in Bandar Eban.'

Mariah says 'Often people are bored and looking for something to do, even in other clans. Or sometimes they don't initiate conversations but eagerly participate when others do.'


Mariah says 'The last method of being visible I wanted to cover is providing the simply necessities or equipment when they are in need.'

Mariah says 'Ensuring that food, water, lights, oilstones, and the like may seem like menial work to you, but they can go a long way to fostering good will. And making you look prepared and helpful.'

Mariah places a hand on her backback with supplies and potions as emphasis.

Mariah says 'Refresh vials and other potions are often appreciated, especially by those who use them on a daily basis.'

Penzei makes some elaborate gestures in a cursive font on her parchment...

Nevirha gives the class an appraising looksc.

Nevirha blush.

Kali mutters something about men never remembering to have food with them.

Mariah says 'Just last week Lord Aldwyn missed out on a split for a Torc, so I quickly Traveled to the Luggard Market Hall and bought him two. Because of that, he has felt comfortable asking me other questions and in general being more open and friendly.'

Prya snickers softly.

A Rising Sun soldier looks aghast at what Kali Sedai said.

Coshe smiles happily.

Kali winks at a Rising Sun soldier.

Prya chuckles politely.

Raeza looks at Kali.

Mariah places a hand on the empty desk in front of her and leans forward as she makes her next point.

Penzei looks up expectantly.

Mariah says 'Increasing good will with other clan members can only help. As we do these things they become more inclined to help us when Gaidin, Valon, or Aes Sedai are not reachable.'

Mariah says 'In order to assist these would-be helpers, we need to know what they care about. Are their pieces that we can craft for them, or easier to smob as a channeler.'

Mariah says 'Are there any questions or comments before we move to the next part?'

Coshe shakes her head no.

Penzei looks around the classroom sheepishly.

Mariah takes an appropriate pause to field any questions.

Aelrena finishes off a line of her notes with a flourish before shaking her head no.

Coshe taps the end of her quill in her inkwell, and redips it.

Chloro says 'Not so long ago you where all offered the task of aiding the local reader in Cairhien with basic supplies, blankets, flasks, and other things. This is a good example of the topic.'

Penzei nods in agreement.

Raeza looks at Chloro.

Mariah nods as she grabs her quill to make a footnote.

Mariah says 'Let us do a quick brainstorming session. What sort of things can you come up with that would help us improve our relations with, say, the Queens Guard of Andor?'

Mariah says 'No need to raise your hands, just let us know what you think of.'

Penzei says 'Assisting in routing the Bandit Lords in the area!'

Prya says 'Definitely acquiring vials and potions. They're hard to come by these days!'

Penzei turns alittle red after she just blurts that comment out.

Kali arches an eyebrow.

Aelrena nods in agreement.

Coshe says 'They required aid a few days ago when the forces of darkness attacked inside of the inner city, I believe Sarinda Sedai was there to provide assistance.'

Coshe says 'and Cera if I remember correctly'

Mariah says 'All of these are great suggestions.'

Aelrena says 'Offering healing I think, would be another good example, it's always helpful to have a skilled healer about.'

Coshe nods at Aelrena.

Prya says 'And killing rats and ravens when we see them!'

Mariah says 'My addition would be to use the Locate Life weave to determine if we should gather a group to reclaim Baerlon back for Andor.'

Coshe nods in agreement.

Aira tilts her head and considers the potential of that.

Mariah says 'As you can see, all practical applications to what we had listed above.'

Penzei nods, returning to her notes, scribbling more...

Verne says 'I would say that being very careful on the borders when the children of light are around is important so that we dont strain relations by attacking them inside Andor territory'

Mariah says 'What about with individual members of the Queens Guard. Are there any suggestions tailored to their members you can think of?'

Prya nods slowly and grimaces.

Coshe says '(Help Adael with the amount of questions he gets on mudlet and scripting)'

Mariah chuckles wryly.

Penzei giggles.

Liia smirks.

Raeza looks at Coshe.

Verne says 'mhaliah always loves sids'

Mariah mutters something about needing a full chamber of Tower clerks.

Verne says 'also they are required to use sids and either robes or mantles as part of their uniform so having extras of those if they need them can be helpful'

Penzei says 'Queen's Guard typically need red robes and obsidian necklaces for their uniforms... '

Mariah says 'Ah, obsidian necklaces. Which the Obscured Woman smob, right outside of Tar Valon, has a small chance at procuring.'

Chloro clears her throat.

Coshe takes note of this information she has just learned about today.

Penzei nods in agreement.

Aira shakes her head slightly at that.

Mariah says 'I think all this is good information as a brainstorming session. Thank you for participating.'

Chloro says 'One thing I have not heard mentioned is stocking the barrel with basic gear, water, and food. To help the young ones testing there metal just south of the city. They to fall under the protection of Andor.'

Mariah nods at the Aes Sedai's addition.

Mariah says 'Now, I would like to move on to something special. The last section of this class.'

Aira adds 'The Andorans can also use other items to appear as their clan uniform, just of a different quality. (retools, at least, that was years ago).

Kali whispers something to Chloro.

Mariah says 'I'd like to move onto our guest panelist, Baroness Aira of the Cairhienin Rising Sun. I thought it would be helpful to hear the perspective of the other side of this topic.'

Mariah moves over to the side to give the Baroness the front of the room.

Kali winks at Chloro.

Aira steps forward smoothly, brushing her long hair out of her face.

Raeza looks at Aira.

Coshe looks up from her notebook.

Mariah says 'Would you like to quickly give an introduction, and then give your perspective on what sorts of things you notice and find beneficial.'

A Rising Sun soldier folds his arms, remaining alone in the corner.

Prya disappears into the void.

Prya has returned.

Aira takes a big breath, remembers she is not addressing troops and smiles, while looking around the room.

Mariah gets a clean sheet of paper from her pack and places it in front of her.

Kali pokes Prya in the ribs.

Prya smiles at Aira.

Aira says 'Greetings, everyone. My name is Aira Ciarron. As Accepted Mariah said, I am a baroness of Cairhien.'

Nevirha whispers something to Kali.

Coshe looks at Aira.

Penzei begins scribbling furiously on her parchment again, " Greetings Baroness Aira!" she says before returning to her notes.

Aira says 'I have spent many years as a soldier in the... ah... Children of the Light and more recently in Cairhien.'

Aira grins apologetically.

Penzei giggles.

Coshe takes note of that and looks carefully at Aira.

Mariah glances at the expressions of the Sisters in the room, not noticing a change.

Raeza examines Aira, expressionless.

Aira says 'In both organizations, I had a taste of diplomacy, so I'm not altogether unfamiliar with the concept.'

Kali whispers something to Nevirha.

Aira folds her hands behind her.

Kali whispers something to Nevirha.

Nevirha whispers something to Kali.

Aelrena's writing hand freezes a brief moment before she sets her quill down on the desk in front of her, and she folds her hands on the desktop as she gazes at the Baroness.

Aira says 'Historically, the Tower greatly helped Cairhien in organizing the Great Coalition, when the Aiel breached the Dragonwall.'

Mariah looks at Larry, who hasn't taken his eyes off of Aira.

Aira says 'But I gather you speak of a more common type of aid.'

Coshe nods slowly.

Coshe takes notes.

Mariah nods.

Prya keeps her gaze fixed on Aira, fascinated.

Kali whispers something to Nevirha.

Aira says 'In my years among the Rising Sun, one common theme keeps getting raised: the men and women would prefer doing more things together.'

Nevirha whispers something to Kali.

Penzei nods as she continues writing.

Aira says 'Obviously, shifts and rosters prevent that. Otherwise the streets of Cairhien would turn lawless during the night.'

Mariah purses her lips as she jots down a note.
Aira gives a Rising Sun soldier an order.
A Rising Sun soldier smirks.

Coshe writes down, this information.

Raeza whispers something to Nevirha.

Nevirha whispers something to Raeza.

Kali whispers something to Nevirha.

Prya glances to the side, pondering this detail.

Aira says 'For example, Major Granit expressed this desire often.'

Raeza nods at Nevirha.

Aira says 'One thing to keep in mind, with regard to any activity, is that some will have an easier time of it than others.'

Nevirha whispers something to Kali.

Kali nods in agreement.

Aira says 'While my experience in combat may give me an edge over an Aiel, or at least put us on equal footing, a more junior member will not have that advantage.'

Nevirha whispers something to Kali.

Coshe nods slowly, while writing down that information.

Nevirha whispers something to Kali.

Aira says 'Especially if they use a proper weapon, like a sword or axe.'

Mariah taps her quill on her arm.

Penzei listening intently she begins writting in broad cursive strokes again.

Prya has lost her link.

Aira gestures towards Accepted Mariah, then puts her hand at her back again.

Prya has reconnected.

Prya coughs quietly.

Aira says 'As the Accepted suggested, procuring items may help with our daily duties.'

Coshe thinks as she taps her quill on her lips.

Aira says 'For example, does anyone know how to acquire a simple firework?'

Verne raises her hand

Aira nods at Verne.

Kali whispers something to Nevirha.

Prya ponders life, the universe, and everything.

Mariah smiles happily.

Verne says 'you can give 50 crowns to an apprentice illuminator in most cities'

Verne says 'dropped in an smob room it will randomly blind one minion'

Prya raises her eyebrows, interested.

Verne says 'the 50 crowns gets you 3'

Aira says 'Thank you Verne.'

Verne smiles happily.

Penzei nods appreciatively and jots that down in her notes.

Aira smiles happily.

Coshe writes that down.

Aira says 'Cairhien does seek fireworks like that, for merits.'

Mariah nods in appreciation to Verne.

Penzei continues writing, adding to her notes about fireworks.

Verne says 'they are somewhat heavy though so i wouldnt advise stocking up on a ton at a time'

Aira grins cheekily and says 'And until just now, I did not know how to acquire them.'

Coshe snickers softly.

Aira says 'Which illustrates that working together benefits all.'

A strong gust of wind somehow blows through the closed classroom and upsets mariahs stack of notesthetopsheetof( Mariah )

Liia says 'Look at that. Relationship building.'

Penzei giggles.

Raeza smirks.

Mariah chuckles.

Coshe smiles happily.

Verne blushes.

Kali arches an eyebrow.

Aelrena chuckles politely.

Kali says 'who left the bloody window open?'

Aira says 'However, I do wish to express one concern regarding such a list of all the nations' daily duties...'

Mariah looks around her confused, looking for a window.

Nevirha strides to the window and shuts it.

Aira says 'What is to keep this information from falling into the wrong hands, endangering these endeavors?'

Prya raises her eyebrows and nods thoughtfully.

Chloro nods agreeing with the Baronesses words.

Aira says 'If that were to happen, it would not be a boon to anyone.'

Mariah says 'I would posit there are often more Accepted than those who would cause to disrupt the ability.'

Coshe nods slowly, writing down more information.

Aira says 'As Cairhien just dealt with a darkfriend, the possibility is there.'

Nevirha purses her lips at the mention of darkfriends.

Verne says 'i think it would be very difficult for a darkfriend to disrupt all three choices, every repop, faster than you could get to one of them....'

Coshe shivers uncomfortably.

Aelrena nods slowly, a frown briefly flashing across her features.

Penzei face turns sour at the mention of darkfriends...

Nevirha says 'Yet, we should not be dismissive of the real harm darkfriends can do.'

Verne nods in agreement.

Kali says 'What do be keeping someone with bad intentions from just asking about themselves?'

Aelrena nods in agreement.

Chloro says 'To bring Aira's point closer to home. Consider the amount of people wielding daggers that suddenly appear when they think tower girls are shelving books.'

Kali says 'or for that insrance just watching the clan members every day.'

Kali seems to be having particular trouble pronouncing words today.

Mariah says 'Lady Aira, did you have anything else you wanted to impart? Otherwise we will move on to the question and answer.'

Aira says 'You must excuse my military mind, but I think presenting all information in one document is a risk.'

Aira says 'One might as well have the Accepted reach out to any clan member who just logged on, asking if they need help.'

Raeza whispers something to Kali.

Penzei says 'Never a bad suggestion!'

Raeza grins at Kali.

Coshe smiles happily.

Kali nudges Raeza suggestively with her elbow.

Aira says 'One last thing I would like to add:'

Aira says 'I am sometimes approached by Accepted, asking if I need any assistance.'

Mariah nods.

Prya disappears into the void.

Prya has returned.

Aira says 'Which usually has me foundering for an answer, because I am not sure whether I am asked whether I need help with anything, or whether to think of a mission on the spot.'

Aira says 'Perhaps less open ended questions would be better?'

Coshe taps her lip thoughtfully.

Prya nods at Aira.

Aira suggests 'Such as asking whether someone needs help with their daily duties, or acquiring any item?'

Coshe nods in agreement.

Mariah says 'Such as, 'Can I assist you with a Daily Quest today?' Or 'Is there a petty criminal you would like to go hunting for?' or 'Are you looking for a non-rare piece of equipment?''

Aira nods at Mariah.

Aira says 'That would be my personal preference. It also would give some idea of what the Accepted in question is willing or capable of.'

Mariah says 'Thank you for your perspective, Baroness.'

Coshe smiles happily.

Aira says 'If said Accepted does not have a lot of time, it would be pointless to suggest going to Jafar, for example.'

Aira says 'Which in turn might make people more responsive and help to accomplish the goals laid out here.'

Chloro nods in agreement with their guest.

Mariah says 'For the last 15 minutes of class, I would like to move to a Panel discussion. Where the audiance can ask Aira questions directly on the class topic for her perspecive. I will begin.'

Aira turns to Mariah.

Aira smiles happily.

Prya looks at Mariah expectantly.

Mariah says 'Do you have a recommendation on the best practice for making such outings possible? I understand that we are not always awake in the world at the same time.'

Mariah says 'My apologies, the outings being what you said your members found valuable. Spendning time together out in the world doing an activity.'

Aira nods at Mariah.

Aira says 'Perhaps if one's group is looking for an additional member, ask a Rising Sun? Or any other clanned?'

Penzei says 'Baroness Aira, how have the Cairhein people recovered after that dreadful plague struck ? I myself was deep in research when the news about it struck and could render no assistance at the time? Does Cairhein require help dealing with any such matters ?'

Aira says 'I am unsure there is a plague.'

Aira says 'I was speaking with Wisdom Emily recently and Mother Caredwain has been babbling about that plague for nigh on 15 years, to the point we were both wondering whether she is just inept, or there is no plague.'

Penzei blinks her eyes innocently.

Aira says 'As I have yet to see piles of corpses, I am leaning towards the latter.'

Verne grins evilly.

Penzei says 'Well... I suppose that closes that case...'

Prya smiles, relieved to hear it.

Coshe smiles shyly.

Prya raises her hand slowly.

Mariah says 'Please ask your question now if you have one.'

Coshe thinks hard.

Prya says 'If one of us were to find ourselves with an excess of gold, would it be helpful to provide some to the clan rather than seeking gear or items? Or is that... discouraged?'

Aira says 'Penzei, you are a Yellow apprentice, yes? Aside from a nobleman who was stung by some creature in Mayene, I do not think there are sickly people in Cairhien. Perhaps you could make sure, if your tutors are agreeable?'

Aira (rp opportunity if anyone's up for it)

Mariah whispers to Penzei 'A good experience to have a follow-on discussion on the village of Maerone. A good opening for RP.'

Penzei says 'Of course, Baroness Aira, I will seek guidance from my superiors and then investigate!'

Aira bows slightly towards Penzei, expressing her thanks.

Coshe says 'Prya's question is interesting.'

Penzei nods at Mariah.

Aira says 'Prya, I do believe the Tower has its own bank. Perhaps it would be best served there? I would not want to impose on individuals to sponsor us as a matter of course. Barring circumstances where someone is down on their luck.'

Prya nods at Aira.

Prya says 'That makes sense, thank you.'

Aira says 'Cairhien was wealthy once, but its current lack of wealth is also in part due to some...'

Aira coughs loudly.

Aira says 'Nobles feeling that farming is below them.'

Penzei blinks her eyes innocently.

A Rising Sun soldier rolls his eyes...sheesh!..

Verne chuckles politely.

Kali chuckles politely.

Raeza says 'Perhaps if Accepteds are finding themselves somehow rich enough to be donating large sums of gold to other nations, they should be spending more time studying.'

Kali says 'well, the dirt do be underfoot, so there do be skme truth to that'

Raeza shrugs helplessly.

Kali rolls her eyes...sheesh!..

Mariah says 'Are there any other questions for our distinguished panel of one?'

Chloro nods at Raeza.

Nevirha nods at Raeza.

Coshe says 'Lady Aira, would it be beneficial if the White Tower were to assist with crop research or, new farming techniques with the farmers in Cairhien?'

Chloro says 'I have a question.'

In the Classroom
A board of black slate hangs on the wall near the door, suggesting this
room is used as a classroom. The room is plain and windowless and has
enough place to seat thirty students. A dais with a desk sits at the front
of the room, where the Aes Sedai or Accepted teaching the class can sit.
[ obvious exits: W ] [ W: door ]
Lady Raeza Dovoros is standing here.
Chloro the Sister is standing here.
Prya the Tower Accepted is resting here.
Lady Kali Orfanos is standing here.
Aelrena the Tower Accepted is standing here.
A Rising Sun soldier defends the realm here.
Lady Aira Ciarron, Baroness is standing here.
Lady Nevirha Biandhn is standing here.
Coshe Neofedd, Tower Accepted is standing here.
Verne the Brown Ajah Apprentice is standing here.
Penzei Perets, Tower Accepted, Yellow Ajah Apprentice is standing here.
Lady Liia Averon, Brown Cartographer is standing here.
A haughty young woman strides by practicing Aes Sedai serenity.

Aira says 'It is not the knowledge that is a problem. Aside from nobles not directing their land to be used for farming, those who would farm are also afraid to utilize the lands east of Cairhien.'

Coshe nods slowly.

Aira says 'As much as I appreciate wine, for the general populace, grain would be better.'

Prya nods thoughtfully.

Coshe grins evilly.

Chloro says 'What in your mind, is a good way for the Accepted present, to assist Cairhien daily?'

Aira bows her head towards Chloro Sedai, acknowledging her question.

Aira says 'As I said, I assume most wake up and immediately tend to their duties? That leaves a very narrow window.'

Aira says 'I would almost suggest a title change, to reflect willingness to lend a hand, so soldiers can scan -who- is awake.'

A chime goes off somewhere in the vast classroom complex ( Mariah )

Kali arches an eyebrow.

Penzei disappears into the void.

Penzei has returned.

Chloro looks to her sisters gathered and offers a "possiblity?" look.

Mariah nods, letting the current discussion runs its course.

Prya smoothes her skirts.

Kali says 'a shame if we be out of tjme as I did be having one more question for the panel as it do be.'

Chloro says 'I believe we should have time for one final question.'

Chloro nods at Kali.

Kali says 'what might you recommend for strengthening relations when two otherwise friendly nations do be finding they have misaligned priorities?'

Raeza ponders life, the universe, and everything.

Chloro pulls a small flask of brandy from her belled sleeve and offers to Larry after that question.

Coshe thinks hard.

Aira gives a wary look before pondering an answer.

Kali says 'Let us say for the sake of the question that nation A do be wanting to halt attacks carried out by a third party using nation b's territory. ''

Kali says 'and for this reason it might even be dangerous to send people to help nation B'

Coshe takes more notes.

Aira turns to the classroom and says 'Currently, Cairhien is in talks with the Gray Ajah, so I believe Kali Sedai is cleverly trying to get me to provide the stone with which to pin down Cairhien.'

Penzei starts scribbling furiously on her parchment again.

Aira bows her head towards Kali Sedai as a token of respect.

Aira says 'That said, the only way any party moves forward is through conversation.'

Aira says 'Although there is no shame in admitting two parties' goals are just too divergent.'

Prya disappears into the void.

Prya has returned.

Aelrena slowly gathers her writing supplies and tucks her papers away, clearly listening to the words, but seemingly oblivious to the political undercurrents.

Raeza looks from Aira to Kali and back again.

Mariah presses the side of the stack of notes, forming an even layer.

Aira says 'If anything could be resolved by conversation, Tear would not be at odds with Illian and Mayene, for example.'

Coshe gathers her items into her pack, and neatly wipes down her desk.

Mariah says 'Do you have any follow-on questions, Aes Sedai?'

Liia shakes her head at Mariah.

Chloro says 'I have a final note Mariah.'

Kali says 'there do be many things which could be resolved between the southern nations with talk. perhaps they should.'

Mariah curtseys before her.

Chloro says 'As you venture out girls. Remember you are governed by the nations you are traveling in at the time. Tower law exists in Tar Valon. Be mindful of the laws other nations have. As somethings are not acceptable in one but are in another.'

Penzei nods in agreement.

Prya nods in agreement.

Aelrena nods in agreement.

Mariah nods in agreement.

Coshe nods in agreement.

Aira says 'Cairhien strives to be neutral. If you are accosted in Cairhien, please reach out to the Rising Sun.'

Mariah says 'I want to thank you, Baroness Aira, for taking some of your valuable and busy time to come talk to my class.'

Prya beams a smile at Aira.

Coshe claps for Lady Aira.

Mariah encourages her fellow Accepted to Thank the Baroness.

Aira smiles at Mariah, her eyes sparkling with mirth.

Mariah says 'Thank you for your perspective.'

A mirrored lantern held by Penzei begins to dim a little.

Chloro says 'You are all dismissed. Please to stay within Tar Valon a few moments to make sure merits are received.'

Prya says 'Thank you so much for your time, Baroness!'

Coshe stands from her desk, and curtseys to the room.

Aelrena nods in agreement.

Coshe opens the door.

Mariah says 'I will be posting this transcript in the Tower Library.'

Coshe leaves west.

Nevirha says 'Chloro Sedai will be awarding all attendees merits.'

Prya stops resting, and clambers on her feet.

Prya curtseys gracefully.

Prya leaves west.

Nevirha says 'Thank you all for attending.'

Kali says 'I certainly do be hoping you stay awake for your class,Pyra.'
Nevirha leaves west.

Verne thanks Mariah and Lady Aira heartily.

Aelrena quickly gathers the rest of her things before dashing out of the classroom, seemingly needing to get to another class.

Aelrena leaves west.

Kali rolls her eyes...sheesh!..

Mariah says 'And indicate that it has been awarded.'

Penzei stands up, clapping the binder of parchment together and stowing it in her dress in a pocket seemingly... nowhere?

Kali says 'never mind that.'

Liia says 'Thank you, Accepted, for running the class.'

Liia gets a plate of roast lamb with apple jelly from a backpack.

Raeza turns to Mariah, "Thank you Accepted. I suppose your mentors may with to speak with you now, but if you find yourself free afterwards, I will see you."

Liia eats a plate of roast lamb with apple jelly.

Mariah senses Liia connecting to the True Source.

Mariah senses Liia is channeling saidar.

Liia gestures briefly at Liia, who now appears more impressive somehow.

Kali leaves west.

Liia stops using a leather water flask.

Liia drinks water from a leather water flask.

Liia puts a leather water flask on her belt.

Liia leaves west.

Penzei leaves west.

Chloro looks at Mariah.

Verne curtseys gracefully.

Verne leaves west.

Chloro says 'I would not squander that opportunity. '

Chloro nods at Raeza.

Raeza nods in agreement.
Aira says 'Thank you for your invitation, Mariah. I must say, Larry very much admired the Warder Students' practice.'

Chloro says 'We can speak with her after.'

Aira gives a Rising Sun soldier an order.
A Rising Sun soldier grins evilly.

Mariah says 'Thank you Raeza Sedai, I am free now and can attend you.'

Mariah now follows Raeza.

Aira points towards the door and asks, I can see myself out?

Chloro says 'Follow me please'

A Rising Sun soldier winks suggestively at Mariah.

In the Classroom
A board of black slate hangs on the wall near the door, suggesting this
room is used as a classroom. The room is plain and windowless and has
enough place to seat thirty students. A dais with a desk sits at the front
of the room, where the Aes Sedai or Accepted teaching the class can sit.
[ obvious exits: W ] [ W: door ]
Lady Raeza Dovoros is standing here.
Chloro the Sister is standing here.
A Rising Sun soldier defends the realm here.
Lady Aira Ciarron, Baroness is standing here.
A haughty young woman strides by practicing Aes Sedai serenity.

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Re: Class Outline & Log: Strengthening Diplomatic Relations - Mariah

Post by Mariah » Sat Jul 23, 2022 9:01 pm

I believe Chloro Sedai said she was going to award attendees for this class.

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