Salle [after classes]

[momslilassassin]

Ben didn't have classes on Wednesdays, but he did have a weekly butt-kicking sparring session with his grandfather tomorrow and he hadn't practiced at all during his week in Archenland.

Besides, he'd promised Zack to show how a lightsaber worked. So, after slapping up a helpful "LIVE FIRE. KNOCK BEFORE ENTERING" sign on the door, he was in the salle with his lightsaber and four remotes, batting laser beams harmlessly into walls.

Not that he'd admit it, but the familiar feel of lightsaber practice was calming his rather jangled nerves.

[OOC: So very open.]

The Preserve, Wednesday Afternoon

[glacial_queen]

Karla grinned at everyone as they arrived, doing her best to look excited about them being there and not at all nervous. She was used to appearing in public and whatnot, wasn't she? Of course she was--ignoring the fact that the last time she'd done so, she'd been nine. Details. And it wasn't like she had anything to prove to anyone. Really.

"Kiss kiss," she said when enough people had assembled. "I'm Karla and thanks for coming to the Magic Reserves today. Whether you're here because you have powers or just because you're curious, we're glad you showed up today. This is Merlin," she continued, gesturing at her co-leader, who gave a smile and wave, "and we're the leaders of the Reserves."

"Like the Fighting Reserve which met yesterday and the Support Reserves which meets on Friday, we're here because sometimes things happen on the island. And not everyone is equipped to deal with those things. We're here to train so that we are capable of handling emergencies as well as helping out those who are not as capable. I won't lie, the most common scenario is some kind of invasion that we will help repulse, but that isn't the only reason we train. After all, this is Fandom," she said wryly, "and it lives to surprise us. The difference between us and the other two Reserves is that we are equipped with special gifts or abilities that we can use in such emergencies."

"We're not just here to organize ourselves in case of emergencies, we're also here to train so that we all have a better handle on our powers. The more comfortable you are with your powers, the better you'll be able to help out in an emergency. Also, I want to stress that having powers is nothing to hide or be ashamed of. I know that we all come from different places, and at home, such a thing might not be true. But here at Fandom, you can display your powers openly and freely without fear of reprisal." She drew her legs up so that she was perched on air. "You don't have to be afraid here. You don't have to hide who you are."

"But for today, we're just going to continue the first week trend of introductions. Name, grade, your powers if you feel comfortable sharing that, and why you decided to stop by today. Also, help yourself to refreshments. Also also, saying 'I came for refreshments' is a perfectly valid answer." She snuck a glance at Merlin to see if he had anything else to add. He seemed okay so Karla concluded with a grin. "Thanks for coming. Have at."

[Please wait for OCD. OCD is up! Since we're right out in the open, anyone can feel free to stop by.]

Spooky Things Campfire: Wednesday Night [7-8-09]

[elephantgadget.livejournal.com]

Helen was quite pleased with her day, all things considered. Teasing Edward and being told by Loki that she could refuse to answer a teacher's question had provided her with amusement and given her a good deal to think about.

She'd started a fire and was toasting marshmallows for s'mores as she considered what the next day might bring.


[ooc: Open as campfires tend to be!]