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lemondrop13 · 06-15-2008, 01:23 PM

Professor Shackleton propped open the door to the Arithmancy classroom and glanced around. She probably should have done something to spruce up the place before holding the first lesson, but the start of term had been so busy that she hadn't had the chance.

Everything in the room is so plain and boring. The walls are flat and white. There are no individual desks for the students, but instead seven long tables with several chairs behind each to accomodate the ladies. The tables are completely devoid of character, with nothing interesting atop them to spruce up the place. The only thing on each table is a folded card with a large number on it and the word 'year' written above it. The table closest to the front has a card written 'Year 1', the second 'Year 2', and so forth. The room appears hollow and without warmth, very different from Professor Shackleton's former classroom at Hogwarts.

At the front of the room is a podium, a small table, and one small blackboard. Professor Shackleton is situating her things on the table as you enter. She greets you pleasantly and requests that you take a seat by class year as the cards indicate. All-first years in the front!

OOC: The lesson will begin shortly. You may greet your classmates but please keep excessive chatting to a minimum.

Nat nat · 06-15-2008, 02:44 PM

Via scribbled on her blank parchment. Students on this class were active, she thought. She remained quiet and listened to what the others were saying.

Steelsheen · 06-15-2008, 02:45 PM

Steelsheen raised her hand and replied:
" Pythagoras, the Father of Numbers, believed that all life could be predicted and measured in rhythmic patterns or cycles because everything was related to mathematics. He also believed that the higher an object’s vibration, the more spirit force it contained, hence the more positive its nature. Likewise, the lower an object’s vibration, the less force and more negative its action. When taken all together, the vibration of everything in the universe creates an absolute, undivided unity. These beliefs led to his system of Arithmancy, in which the numbers 1 through 9 are symbolic representations of the nine stages of the human life cycle."

Jessica · 06-15-2008, 02:48 PM

Shumeeta listened to the others, and took notes. The answers were mostly similar, and she did not note down all.

HarryThePotter · 06-15-2008, 02:55 PM

Destiny looked at her classmates, not sure what to do. She was too shy to raise her hand, but the others did that, so she hoped it would be allright.
She wrote it all down, and couldn't stop smiling; all the student were so eager. She already loved Belles school!

Nat nat · 06-15-2008, 02:59 PM

Via smiled at a girl whom she guessed was a Hufflepuff. Students were still answering.

lemondrop13 · 06-15-2008, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by SeerCassandraTrelawney

Cassandra raised her hand and said "He believed that the higher an object’s vibration, the more spirit force it contained, hence the more positive its nature. Likewise, the lower an object’s vibration, the less force and more negative its action. When taken all together, the vibration of everything in the universe creates an absolute, undivided unity. These beliefs led to his system of Arithmancy, in which the numbers 1 through 9 are symbolic representations of the nine stages of the human life cycle."

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Originally Posted by Jessica

Shumeeta raised her hand.

"He believed that everything was related to mathematics and that numbers were the ultimate reality and, through mathematics, everything could be predicted and measured in rhythmic patterns or cycles. According to Iamblichus, Pythagoras once said that "number is the ruler of forms and ideas and the cause of gods and demons." He believed that all is number."

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Originally Posted by Willow_Kovac

"That he believed that everything was related to mathematics and that numbers were the ultimate reality and, through mathematics, everything could be predicted and measured in rhythmic patterns or cycles" Willow answered with her hand in the air.

Professor Shackleton nodded and agreed, "Very good explanations. Two points to each of you."

Macadrian paused in the middle of the room and reminded the students, "Be sure to take this information all down. Knowing the history of Arithmancy is just as important as learning how to apply it.

"Now, I'd like you all to open your textbooks to Chapter Two. You should see a chart of the Pythagorrean number system in which the letters A-Z are assigned numerical values 1-9. This is the most important chart in all of Arithmancy. If you can't convert letters to numbers correctly using this chart, you'll be unable to unlock the mysteries of half the calculations that can be performed in Arithmancy. Make sure you know this chart very well.

"Alright, let's begin our discussion of Predictive Arithmancy, shall we? This area of Arithmancy predicts when to do what. A large portion of Arithmancy, specifically the studying of the Core numbers and their companions, reveals one's true vibrational essence. But predictive Arithmancy is an area that focuses on the timing of things in your life, by using your birthday numbers as predictive indicators. This term we are going to study the Pinnacles and Challenges, two very important predictive tools. Those students who were under my tutelage last term were introduced to the predictive tool of the Major Cycles. We won't be studying them again this term, but if any students would like private sessions on how to calculate them, please feel free to stop by my office.

"Anyhow, moving along, who can tell me what the Pinnacles are and what they can tell us?"

Ladybug · 06-15-2008, 03:01 PM

Tinkerbell, Having read the textbook before hand, should of know the question but she had forgot all that she had read, thanks to her short term memory. She just sat there and took notes, hoping it all would stick in her mind.

ooc. this post is for my friend who has short term memory. I love you lizzie as a friend.Lol

Droo · 06-15-2008, 03:02 PM

With her hand still high, Cassandra said "The Pinnacles are a predictive indicator, a set of numbers to lead you to your greatest accomplishment. These numbers speak of the journey ahead and direct the way for knowing what can be achieved in a particular period of time. In other words, the Pinnacle Numbers reveal your potential for achievement and success and show what is possible to attain at a given period in life."

Faerilicious · 06-15-2008, 03:02 PM

Sabrina's hand shot up. "The Pinnacles are the numbers which speak of the journey ahead and direct the way for knowing what can be achieved in a particular period of time. They reveal your potential for achievement and sucess." She answered.

Steelsheen · 06-15-2008, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by lemondrop13

Professor Shackleton nodded and agreed, "Very good explanations. Two points to each of you."
"Anyhow, moving along, who can tell me what the Pinnacles are and what they can tell us?"

Steelsheen raised her hand again and replied:

" The Pinnacles are a predictive indicator, a set of numbers to lead you to your greatest accomplishment. These numbers speak of the journey ahead and direct the way for knowing what can be achieved in a particular period of time. In other words, the Pinnacle Numbers reveal your potential for achievement and success and show what is possible to attain at a given period in life."

TeafortheSoul · 06-15-2008, 03:03 PM

Cela raised her hand. "the Pinnacles are Key Cyclic Vibrations and represent four major cycles of life. They give us an outlet to experience our Core Aspects from the beginning of our life to the time we depart. By paying attention to the Pinnacles, you receive direction and the benefit of added clarity. The Pinnacles are a cyclic energy that wants to deepen your life's experiences. Each Pinnacle represents a period of development and is accurate in its timing. It is assists you in cultivating fulfillment and your life's destiny and purpose." Cela paused, before adding, "The Pinnacles are based on nine year cycles; it takes a full nine year cycle to create fulfillment."

Jessica · 06-15-2008, 03:04 PM

Shumeeta raised her hand.

"The Pinnacles are a predictive indicator, a set of numbers to lead you to your greatest accomplishment. These numbers speak of the journey ahead and direct the way for knowing what can be achieved in a particular period of time. In other words, the Pinnacle Numbers reveal your potential for achievement and success and show what is possible to attain at a given period in life."

Padie · 06-15-2008, 03:04 PM

Melly shot her hand on the air. "The Pinnacles are a predictive indicator, a set of numbers to lead you to your greatest accomplishment," She said. "They talk about the journey ahead and direct the way for knowing what can be achieved in a particular period of time. In other words, the Pinnacle Numbers reveal your potential for achievement and success and show what is possible to attain at a given period in life."

kerryleanne · 06-15-2008, 03:06 PM

the pinnacles are numbers that can reveal your potential for what you may acheive in life professor Crystal replied to the question

Nat nat · 06-15-2008, 03:07 PM

Via raised her hand. She stood up and said.

"They are predictive indicator, a set of numbers to lead you to your greatest accomplishment. These numbers speak of the journey ahead and direct the way for knowing what can be achieved in a particular period of time."

She had the same answers as the first.

HarryThePotter · 06-15-2008, 03:14 PM

Destiny took a deep breathe and raised her hand.
"The Pinnacles are a predictive indicator, a set of numbers to lead you to your greatest accomplishment," Destiny said shyly. She had the perfectly same answer as everyone else, but it was better than nothing, she thought.

lemondrop13 · 06-15-2008, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by SeerCassandraTrelawney

With her hand still high, Cassandra said "The Pinnacles are a predictive indicator, a set of numbers to lead you to your greatest accomplishment. These numbers speak of the journey ahead and direct the way for knowing what can be achieved in a particular period of time. In other words, the Pinnacle Numbers reveal your potential for achievement and success and show what is possible to attain at a given period in life."

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Originally Posted by Faerilicious

Sabrina's hand shot up. "The Pinnacles are the numbers which speak of the journey ahead and direct the way for knowing what can be achieved in a particular period of time. They reveal your potential for achievement and sucess." She answered.

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Originally Posted by Steelsheen

Steelsheen raised her hand again and replied:

" The Pinnacles are a predictive indicator, a set of numbers to lead you to your greatest accomplishment. These numbers speak of the journey ahead and direct the way for knowing what can be achieved in a particular period of time. In other words, the Pinnacle Numbers reveal your potential for achievement and success and show what is possible to attain at a given period in life."

"Two points to each of you for remembering the textbook's explanation so quickly and clearly.

"The Pinnacles tell of the road ahead, as well as the name of the road you're on right now. Many of us find it challenging to understand some of the sudden, unexpected changes in our lives, but knowing your Pinnacle Number can explain many of these mysteries. The Pinnacles essentially are equivalent to attainments, with each number representing a distinct period in our lives that is governed by a singular theme. Each number reveals the effort needed during that period and all four of the Pinnacle numbers work together to help us work out our destinies.

"There are two important points to remember about your Pinnacle Numbers. Number one: Pinnacles are instructive on how to live with the least amount of resistance. They point the way toward manifesting your best. And Number two: Each Pinnacle demands that you live up to the qualities indicated by the number on that Pinnacle. Circumstances will present themselves that will force you to live up to the elements of your Pinnacle Number."

Professor Shackleton paused to give them some time to take notes in their journals before moving on. She glanced around the room and grimaced at the mundaneness of the walls. That's when the thought hit her and a smile erupted on her face. She'd have to move the lesson along a bit more quickly if they were going to have time to implement her idea...

BeccaBear · 06-15-2008, 03:23 PM

Allie scribbled down her notes, trying to keep up with the Professor.

kerryleanne · 06-15-2008, 03:26 PM

While she was noting everything down crystal put her hand in the air and asked, Professor will you teaching us how to work out our numbers as when i was reading the book i got really confused

Raquelin. · 06-15-2008, 03:27 PM

The brunette girl raised a slight eyebrow. Numbers, numbers,numbers.. as usual, that class was drying her crazy.
She tried to write what the professor was saying down, but she stopped half-way.
Merlin, the woman did speak fast.. or was Ellie a slower writer?
Nahh, probably the first one was correct.

HarryThePotter · 06-15-2008, 03:27 PM

Destiny wrote everything down, that professor Shackleton said..
Whe she had wrote it down, she looked up and waiting for the professor to continue.

Ladybug · 06-15-2008, 03:31 PM

Tinkerbell wrote down her notes and opened her textbook.
'Well at least i can look up things before i answer' She thought

Nat nat · 06-15-2008, 03:32 PM

Via thought she can't score points for the other students were so fast, their hands were shot in the air even professor Shackleton had just asked the question, so she continued on writing.

lemondrop13 · 06-15-2008, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by kerryleanne

While she was noting everything down crystal put her hand in the air and asked, Professor will you teaching us how to work out our numbers as when i was reading the book i got really confused

Professor Shackleton nodded and replied, "Yes, my dear. I will explain how to do all the calculations in just a bit."

Macadrian turned to the class and explained rather slowly, "Now, some of you may have noticed that the textbook merely says each Pinnacle has a distinct meaning and length, but it doesn't explain what that distinct meaning or length actually is. I hope that got some of you curious as to what this information is and perhaps those of you who were most ambitious, even tried to find another resource. Who wants to take a guess or perhaps tell us the answer if they found it in another source, what the First Pinnacle represents to us?"