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[jamjarnpc]

-THIS IS A FREE SAMPLE-
-FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT THE LOCAL LIBRARY-
[Two more pictures come after that. First, a screenshot of the map of the city, the location of the library marked with a red spot. If you click on it, it will take you to your map app, the mark now there. Second, the last picture, this time a photo: it's the inside of the library. Next to the donations box, there's a pile of booklets, their cover being the first picture on this post. It seems they have around 30 pages each. And on top of them, a fat orange tabby cat sleeping. The internet likes cats, right?]

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[mingyues]

That sounds rather fun. Is this a game from your world?

[jamjarnpc]

[...oh dear. See, this is why she made that question about the meaning of home. Does Earth count as "her world"? WHO EVEN KNOWS ANYMORE.]

It existed in my second home, correct. I've found it here too under a different name, but with so many people from Earth, I thought a familiar name would look more approachable.

[mingyues]

It is very kind of you to share this, moonlacing can be difficult for some of us. Alternatives to it are very welcome.

Are you settling in well?

[jamjarnpc]

Thank you. I've noticed that people, indeed, have trouble coming up with alternatives. And information flow is always important. Hopefully a simple booklet can help decrease panic about the subject.

I am, thanks for asking. This place isn't so bad once you establish a way to get a Chroma income in your daily routine. Working at a library used to be my old job, too, so that's a comforting position to be in. Familiar.

[mingyues]

It
Certainly makes a difference for me. Thank you again for your kindness in putting this together.

I see.
You are remarkable, I have yet to find a job. [ HE IS IN THE PROCESS OF IT... ]

[jamjarnpc]

Knowing I'm making a difference means a lot. I hope you haven't been having trouble acquiring Chroma?

[She wants her new friends to be healthy!!!]

You flatter me so, but experience in a field made it an easy task. There are plenty of website that can provide you more customized searches that can fit your particular set of skills, if you need the help.

[mingyues]

Only slightly. [ he finds the whole thing embarrassing, he'd rather work for chroma but... ]

That is useful to know, it is
Ah
I do not worry so much about the payment I just
wish to be in a position to help others. Perhaps I should speak to the Moon Knights.

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[jamjarnpc]

Please watch out for your health, lack of Chroma is no joke. [Been there done that, it ain't pretty.] I've started a reading circle in the library, where people read while holding hands. You can join us any time. I hope the suggestions here are of use too.

That's an excellent idea. Just a second.

[jamjarnpc]

[SOME MOMENTS SPENT ON NOT!GOOGLE LATER... bunch of informational links come attached.]

Prospective Moon Knights need to pass both a physical and written exam. There's a handbook that must be memorized, and you must swear fealty to the government of Prisma. Other than that, the only requirements are to be over 15 years old and have sufficient training.

[mingyues]

Reading circle holding hands? Maybe...
I will be purchasing this game
twister? I believe my housemates will enjoy it too.

[ oh wow. that was so fast. xiao xingchen is impressed. ]

Ah
That
Thank you very much for helping me with the information.
The written exam will perhaps be the most challenging.

[jamjarnpc]

If you have a lively home I think twister is an excellent choice. That way you're all helping each other and having fun at the same time.

You're welcome. Do written exams make you nervous? I know memorizing information can be overwhelming for many.

[mingyues]

My home is lively, yes. If you are inclined you are welcome to join us too sometime for dinner.
I
If that is not inconvenient.


Yes. A little nervous but I have never
I have never had to perform a written exam.
Do you have a lot of experience with those?

[jamjarnpc]

An invitation from a friend is never an inconvenience. Thank you, I'd love to visit some day.

[Besides, he said dinner. Never saying no to free food.]

I see. Yes, I do. Written exams were common for mages in training. I had to demonstrate the spells afterwards, but first I had to write down the theory and illustrate the magic symbols. I should clarify, however, that studying is different when you're passionate about the subject.

[To be fair, Meteora has amazing memory in general, so studying anything isn't a problem for her. But she's trying to sound encouraging here! XX shouldn't feel bad about not having experience with exams!]

[mingyues]

[ absolutely, dinner is always the best thing to bond over. ]

Thank you, I would be very happy to have you over.


Ah, so there is magic from where you come from? [ curious but not pressing the issue] Were you not passionate about it? I am eager to help people here, a written exam is no great hardship if it will help me achieve that goal.

[jamjarnpc]

[Meteora will be happy to visit, just be sure JC isn't yelling at anything.]

Yes, I'm a mage. I specialize in support magic. But I worded my point poorly - I was very passionate about it. I earned my title as the Sage of the Thoursand Miles and I'm extremely proud of it. But it's not the same for everyone - some times a subject that comes off as dense and boring is a necessary topic for certain professions. Some people are better at practical exercises than at long exposition. I was trying to say that my experience shouldn't be an example, and you shouldn't feel bad if a written exam makes you nervous.

That said, your wish to help is strong. So I'm sure you'll do just fine with your exams.