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Author:  Commie [ Fri, Sep 16 2016, 7:28 AM ]
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Delta Academy, Services OfferedServices available from the Archmage;

1. Training and study.

2. Spell works, such as disenchantment, or enchantment (of weapons, armor, rings, amulets).

3. Arcane solutions to mundane problems.

4. Contract work. Many a mountain has been more easily surmounted with a Wizard on hand then without. Bring me your artifacts, secrets, old tales, maps, and anything vexing you would like to have looked at with an arcane eye.

5. Other services at request.

-Archmage Urien; Delta Academy


Lectures Available1. Ethics in Arcane Spellcasting, Morality Beyond "Detecting Good and Evil." (Advanced, Philosophical)

2. Necromancy is not "Black and White." (Beginner, Amia-Specific Topic)

3. Open discussion of any spell school. (Beginner to Advanced)

a. Detecting Planar-Taint through Abjuration. (Beginner, Practical)

b. Diviners Aren't All Rich for a Reason. (Theory, Controversial)

c. Conjuration, or, How the Lazy Learned to Love Magical Middle Management. (Advanced, Theory)

d. Illusionary Lecture. (Unknown)

e. Enchantment, the Foulest of Schools. (Theory, Beginner)

f. Evocation as a Sledgehammer. (Advanced, Practical)

g. Seven Degrees to Dragonhood; The Apogee of Transmutation. (Advanced, Practical)

4. Proper Methods of Undead Disposal.

As always these are less true lectures and more for 'discussion.' I would not want to sit and listen to someone speak for an hour, so open participation, even to the point of total derailment is encouraged assuming it serves a purpose. Knowledge is gained through community effort and passed on through publicly available channels. Come to 'learn' not to 'be taught.'

-Archmage Urien


Delta Academy: Policy Letter, 30th Nightal 1384Scrolls related to the creation of undead will not be handed out unless the requesting individual is certified in the proper handling of undead, which requires a certificate in the following two courses.

A. Proper Methods of Undead Disposal.

B. Ethics in Arcane Spellcasting.

Each course is available upon request at the Delta Academy.

-Archmage Urien
Author:  Commie [ Fri, Sep 23 2016, 8:50 AM ]
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Archmage Urien would be seen giving his first (of many) lectures. This being on Necromancy, spending the first half of the lecture in a well rehearsed speech about the dangers of control or create undead, and the second half in an impassioned debate with some attendees about what was "black" and what was "white" necromancy. The Archmage insisted the separation was simply made popular by some prevaricating Kelemvorite "crusaders" and that no such separation exists outside of their "black and white" garments and propaganda... ending his speech, or... what could be called a sermon at this point, by reminding his attendance that labels distract from reality, a spell is not black or white unless the mage uses it to facilitate those ends. As such those labels are simply useless, and a mage has no use for useless things.
Author:  Commie [ Fri, Sep 23 2016, 8:50 AM ]
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The Archmage would be seen giving a lecture on ethics, and how morality isn't simply confined to the results of 'detect good' or 'detect chaos.' The lecture is impassioned and esoteric.
Author:  thunderbrush [ Fri, Sep 23 2016, 9:20 AM ]
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A simple note would find it's way to the Archmage's desk:

Archmagister, I have gotten word that you are conducting lectures at the Delta Academy and would inquire about attendance. We have traveled before and I believe you are aware of my unique position, though the circumstances of which do not directly align with many of those of similar ability. If allowed to participate, may I request a posted schedule, and list of topics so I may adequately prepare.

Thank you for your consideration,
Evan Blake.
Author:  Commie [ Sat, Sep 24 2016, 1:14 AM ]
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//notice removed
Author:  SamTheGiantSlayer [ Sat, Sep 24 2016, 2:56 AM ]
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The Headmaster staged at the academy previously seems to actively support the activity in the school, as well as the holding of the lectures, and aids where he can if not coming in the way first.
Author:  Commie [ Wed, Sep 28 2016, 3:14 AM ]
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Next weeks lecture and discussion will be on one of the schools I dislike. Monday, 8 PM.

-Archmage Urien
Author:  Commie [ Wed, Sep 28 2016, 15:58 PM ]
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// lecture list is updated
Author:  Commie [ Sun, Oct 02 2016, 23:54 PM ]
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// lectures canceled
Author:  Strom [ Mon, Oct 03 2016, 5:25 AM ]
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An Open InvitationColleagues, I understand there may be stigma or vitriol around the subject of Necromancy and those who practice it. It has become an art clouded by the propaganda and ideology of this Isle and many of it's established faiths for a great many years.

There are some spells, such as 'Gentle Repose' and 'Greater Restoration' which many may not know are Necromancy. There is an untapped well of knowledge related to necromantic healing, that we the Arcane Community have the opportunity to spearhead. Though naturally any priest with the view of advancing their knowledge is more than welcome to attend.

I extend to you an invitation the Living City, it's library and resources to undertake a great collaboration of the Art. To grant a fresh insight upon a vilified and misunderstood school of magic.

This an on-going exercise, the results of which can be recorded officially at the research station in the Library of Tarkuul, any persons caught defacing the work will be punished according to the rules and regulations of the Living City.

Each of you to understand that the knowledge gleaned by this experiment will remain in the public forum once complete, for the benefit of all.

Knowledge and Power,

Aarin Visand

Messages can be left for me at the gates of the Living City, should any concerns be voiced. Should persons wish to schedule times to meet, this can be arranged.
Author:  Commie [ Tue, Oct 04 2016, 7:27 AM ]
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// I have Thursday off from work so if Matthew allows it the lecture will be Thursday night 7 pm est.

EDIT; I MEAN THE HURRICANE NOT THE CHARACTER
Author:  Commie [ Thu, Oct 06 2016, 21:51 PM ]
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//lecture starting soon arrive when you can
Author:  Commie [ Mon, Oct 10 2016, 23:55 PM ]
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Diviners Aren't All Rich for a Reason, the title of the next lecture. I will see you all there, Tuesday evening.

-Archmage Urien

// Tuesday Night 7 pm EST. Inside the Delta school I'm usually upstairs.
Author:  Commie [ Wed, Oct 12 2016, 0:30 AM ]
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The next lecture will be on Necromany and the manipulation of life-force.

As always, all are welcome to attend. Undead may be used or present given the nature of the lecture. Residents of the Living City may be in attendance.

Please, as always, be civil.

-Archmage Urien

// Thursday 8 pm
Author:  Commie [ Thu, Oct 13 2016, 22:57 PM ]
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A wizard prepares for his lecture...
Author:  Commie [ Thu, Oct 20 2016, 20:35 PM ]
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As these have become far more popular then I initially intended, I would like to re-visit one of my earlier lectures.

Next lecture will be 'Ethics in Arcane Spellcasting, Morality Beyond "Detecting Good and Evil."'

-Archmage Urien

-Saturday 8 PM EST
Author:  Commie [ Fri, Oct 21 2016, 20:27 PM ]
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A very special guest will be joining us for the next lecture. It will be something you will not want to miss.

-Archmage Urien
Author:  Commie [ Sat, Dec 31 2016, 1:05 AM ]
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Proper Methods of Undead Disposal will be the next lecture. Please note this lecture will necessitate the use of actual undead, and is intended for the non-divine, who need to know how to dispose of undead and do not have the blessings of the Gods to do it. As such it may be slightly dangerous.

-Archmage Urien

//Monday 8 PM.
Author:  Commie [ Sat, Dec 31 2016, 3:40 AM ]
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// a new policy letter is posted (in OP)
Author:  Commie [ Mon, Jan 02 2017, 17:17 PM ]
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// class tonight 8pm est. As I've told people it's mostly a low-level affair so don't expect shocking revelations about the nature of undead. However as always feel free to attend/hang out and offer thoughts/discussion, and I'll be on afterwords too so if you want to talk or request an on the spot lecture we can do that too.
Author:  Commie [ Thu, Jan 05 2017, 19:15 PM ]
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Next discussion is a new one; Reasons for Undead Consumption.

The topic is academic in nature, no spells will be cast. It is intended as an open discussion for probable reasons wild, uncontrolled undead eat despite no reason to.

-Archmage Urien

//sunday 8pm est
Author:  Commie [ Sun, Jan 08 2017, 6:04 AM ]
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Lecture will be postponed.

// don't know if i can make it irl, so canning it atm and will reschedule
Author:  PassionateShadow [ Sun, Jan 15 2017, 12:01 PM ]
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A letter is left at the academy for the 'Arch Mage' stating that the task was complete and the scrolls in question have been scribed. The Letter is signed by 'Ssin'
Author:  SamTheGiantSlayer [ Wed, Jan 18 2017, 4:22 AM ]
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Every other day, a rare presence unveils itself on the grounds of the Lowlands Mage Academy; forth from the Bitter Coast stalks a lanky shamaness garbed in furs and leathers, her face adorned by a totem mask painted in stark red. Along her flank roams a large breed of Arctic Wolf, aiding in patrolling the borders and corners of the territory. They seem to be keeping a watchful eye out for the academy, and the Headmaster who leads it, should any harm come to the establishment.
Author:  Terallis [ Wed, Jan 18 2017, 12:50 PM ]
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Likewise, even at times accompanying the shamaness, the familiar blue clad ranger of Wharftown can be seen making occasional check-ups on the area. His gaze watchful for any harmful activity that could befall this in or around the academy.
Author:  Commie [ Wed, Jan 18 2017, 15:58 PM ]
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"Evocation as a Sledgehammer" will be the topic of our next lecture.

See you all there.

-Archmage Urien

//Thursday 7 PM est
Author:  Dergaii [ Fri, Jan 27 2017, 18:44 PM ]
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Toads have started disappearing from the supply room one at a time.
Author:  Commie [ Sat, Feb 11 2017, 17:27 PM ]
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A letter is hungTo Merilyn, you requested the recipe and I am all too happy to oblige;

5 units of concentrated evil (keep in glass)
13 units of diluted evil (keep in glass)
29 units of shadow concentrate
1 scroll of gate
3 lbs of shark meat
3 grams of gelatin powder
89 units of frozen shadow (should be chilled beforehand so it will be liquid)
11 units of solid negative energy
19 units of liquid negative energy
1 bag of rice
5 gallons sea-water

Mince frozen shadow and keep chilled. Slice concentrated evil into strips and set aside. Slice shark meat into thin strips and keep on ice.

Set aside salt water, scroll, and liquid negative energy.

Prepare rice and set aside to cool, use a small amount of seawater when preparing your rice.

Mix remaining ingredients into a bowl or cauldron, boil until it has reduced by 1 third, stirring occasionally as to not burn. If you smell a smell of almonds, you have not stirred adequately and your diluted evil has burned.

Once mixed add your minced frozen shadow. Add sea-water slowly to keep mixture at a boil, continue until all seawater is added. Once added turn off heat and allow to reach room temperature. Add gelatin.

Allow the seawater mixture to chill overnight.

Lay your scroll of gate onto the table. Spread a layer of your rice onto the scroll. Take your evil and shadow gelatin mixture and spread it evenly over the rice on the gate scroll. Place your concentrated evil strips and sharkmeat strips lengthwise along the smoothed gelatin. Roll, then slice.

Volia! Sushi a-la Nightwave. Can also be served warm.
Author:  Kudark [ Sat, Feb 25 2017, 3:21 AM ]
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A couple of rangers, or, a ranger couple enter the Academy, and have a brief look around. One of them may have been heard saying "She said they were upstairs, right?", before they make their way to the second floor. While upstairs, the two rangers shamelessly look at everything, including books, notes lying about, various plants, and anything else that catches their attention. Then they open a door and enter a room, frowning at what they see inside. Taking some time, they inspect what is contained in the cages and pens, and do their best to aid, if anything is amiss. The room is thoroughly inspected, as well as the notes and ledgers within, but nothing is taken... well, except there may be one toad missing, but who counts toads?



// Was done IC, have screenshots.
Author:  Commie [ Sat, Feb 25 2017, 4:15 AM ]
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Kudark wrote:
A couple of rangers, or, a ranger couple enter the Academy, and have a brief look around. One of them may have been heard saying "She said they were upstairs, right?", before they make their way to the second floor. While upstairs, the two rangers shamelessly look at everything, including books, notes lying about, various plants, and anything else that catches their attention. Then they open a door and enter a room, frowning at what they see inside. Taking some time, they inspect what is contained in the cages and pens, and do their best to aid, if anything is amiss. The room is thoroughly inspected, as well as the notes and ledgers within, but nothing is taken... well, except there may be one toad missing, but who counts toads?



// Was done IC, have screenshots.


//nothing to find that isn't represented in game. talk to the npc to find out why he keeps pigs and shit on the second floor.
Author:  Kudark [ Thu, Mar 02 2017, 3:21 AM ]
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Indeed, some days later, the pair of rangers returns to the Academy, and after Garrick (NPC) shows off his fine wares, he is asked in a casual and polite way, about the nature of the kept creatures on the second floor.
Author:  Commie [ Wed, Apr 12 2017, 16:13 PM ]
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//A few people were upset that I had 'claimed' this area when I already had a character in 'The Fort.' I stopped playing Kilmar for a few months to give anyone else a chance to do something with the area, and literally nothing happened, so I'll be moving back in, playing Kilmar again, and preparing lectures.

//Area is, was, and always will be 100% open and public.
Author:  PassionateShadow [ Thu, Oct 24 2019, 16:10 PM ]
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Matthew asks around between the cart driver the explorer and the owner of the Delta academy about the ins and outs of the town and if they've seen any one suspicious as of late or any one come and go.
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