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lemondrop13 · 02-14-2009, 03:46 PM

As you step through the Arithmancy classroom doors, you see that the wooden desks and chairs from last class have been replaced with comfy armchairs and lapdesks, and are arranged in a circle. Two walls of the room are covered by thick wooden shelves, filled with a seemingly endless number of Arithmancy texts and the occasional Ancient Runes and Divination reference. The other two walls of the room are covered in framed pictures and posters of a very old man doing mathematical calculations, a map of the Mediterranean, a witch carrying a large wooden number seven, a chart converting letters to numbers, and many more pictures with a number at the top and people exhibiting various qualities below. These number pictures are larger than they were last lesson and are able to be seen much more clearly.

Professor Shackleton sits atop the edge of her desk with her legs crossed and her hands folded in her lap. Her lemon yellow robes contrast greatly with the dark tone of her desk. She smiles welcomingly at you as you enter the classroom and makes a small gesture for you to take a seat in one of the many chairs in the room.

OOC: This lesson is for first, second, and third years ONLY. Any students in fourth year and above who post will be dismissed.

PadfootAndTheWolf · 02-15-2009, 05:00 PM

"The Two could be taken advantage of for there niceness." he raised his hand

Leeness · 02-15-2009, 05:01 PM

"Conflict is something I could see being a problem," Varius suggested after raising his hand.

Felixir · 02-15-2009, 05:02 PM

Jake raised his hand. "Maybe they're a bit of a pushover... They want to keep things peaceful and so won't argue, or debate... whatever... so they tend to not really stand up for their points or beliefs... because they don't want to create any... friction?"

Okay... definitely need to work on not answering questions with questions...

lemondrop13 · 02-15-2009, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Becky

Jack sighed "I don't get it!" he groaned in frustration as he looked around at the other students.

Professor Shackleton turned her attention to Jack, "What is it that you don't get, exactly? If you tell me where you are struggling, perhaps I can clear that up for you."

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Herminny raised her hand and said,"2 would probably never know what it personally wants cause 2 is always trying to constantly please others".

Professor Shackleton clapped her hands together, "Precisely! The main challenge for the 2 is figuring out how to be seen as cooperative without ignoring its own independence and personal needs. Two points!"

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Mariel again nodded as the professor provide her explanation and further clarification. Pondering her next question, the Ravenclaw girl raised her hand. "Perhaps they're indecisive? If they're always looking at both sides of an argument, maybe they have difficulty choosing. And if caution is one of the traits of a Two, maybe they could be overly cautious and miss opportunities."

"Another wonderful answer! A challenge for the 2 is that they will always wait til the 'right time' and so sometimes misses opportunities. And then of course, there's the challenge of not getting caught in indecisiveness! Three points for you!"

Shifting her weight, Professor Shackleton smoothed her robes on her lap and continued, "So, the lesson for the 2... Because it is so sensitive, the 2 often places others first and so its lesson is to not be a doormat for others, to be true to itself, and to speak up with tactfulness.

"As many of your classmates have previously noted, the 2 is perfect for healthy relationships. They are an excellent partner - faithful and affectionate. They are cultured, charming, and gracious, and so make a wonderful host or hostess. Companionship is essential to the 2. On the flipside of that, 2s can become possessive of people and/or things. They can be jealous, but they dislike arguments, and are always the first to want to make up. Still, when a 2 is hurt by criticism, it may behave as if it is a mortal wound and can become nitpicky and ciritical, because its world must be in balance for the 2 to feel right."

Standing once again from her chair so that she could stroll about the inside of the circle, Professor Shackleton asked, "What are some key words associated with the number three and what message do they convey?"

PadfootAndTheWolf · 02-15-2009, 05:23 PM

Chris raised his hand "the Number Three stands for Joyful Self-Expression and some main key words are Creative, optimistic, having a gift with words, and being enthusiastic."

Leeness · 02-15-2009, 05:24 PM

"Keywords include creative, generous, emotional and dramatic. I think this shows someone who is slightly artistic... I guess Professor Truebridge could be a three. They're very expressive people I would gather," he answered.

Felixir · 02-15-2009, 05:25 PM

Jake raised his hand again. "A few keywords are... creative and imaginative... and enthusiasm... They seem like positive kind of words in general, so... basically an outgoing type of person, upbeat... and... erm, fun? Depending on your idea of fun... they could be well annoying." Oops, tangent time.

Becky · 02-15-2009, 05:29 PM

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Professor Shackleton turned her attention to Jack, "What is it that you don't get, exactly? If you tell me where you are struggling, perhaps I can clear that up for you."

Jack frowned "All of it, I don't get numbers, I can't understand it, numbers plus me equals god knows what" Jack told her "I just can't comprehend it"

Wow, big word

lemondrop13 · 02-15-2009, 05:40 PM

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Chris raised his hand "the Number Three stands for Joyful Self-Expression and some main key words are Creative, optimistic, having a gift with words, and being enthusiastic."

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Originally Posted by Leeness

"Keywords include creative, generous, emotional and dramatic. I think this shows someone who is slightly artistic... I guess Professor Truebridge could be a three. They're very expressive people I would gather," he answered.

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Jake raised his hand again. "A few keywords are... creative and imaginative... and enthusiasm... They seem like positive kind of words in general, so... basically an outgoing type of person, upbeat... and... erm, fun? Depending on your idea of fun... they could be well annoying." Oops, tangent time.

"Excellent. You've all earned two points. The 3 is a very expressive person who often uses creative means to convey their positive energy."

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Originally Posted by Becky

Jack frowned "All of it, I don't get maths, I can't understand it, maths plus me equals god knows what" Jack told her "I just can't comprehend it"

Wow, big word

Professor Shackleton frowned, "We aren't even doing any mathematical calculations. We're merely discussing qualities of numbers. Perhaps you should try perusing the textbook to get the information. If that doesn't work, you may stop by my office after class and I will try to assist you."

Pausing in front of Jake, Professor Shackleton explained, "The 3 energy positively bursts out of them. They are excitable, enthusiastic and exuberant, not to mention incredibly creative. They can sometimes be hyper and insist on everything immediately, which could be found annoying by some, as Jake here mentioned. But the three is not all sunshine and rainbows. When the 3 has no outlet for its creative, engaging energy, it becomes chaotic, disorganized, involved in trivial matters, or depressed.

"So, based on what we know so far about the three, how do you think Time and the 3 relate? What is the 3's approach to timing?"

PadfootAndTheWolf · 02-15-2009, 05:42 PM

"I think that a Three doesnt have a good approach when it comes to time. The may get to excited and do something before they should and the concequences could be terrible." chris said with his hand raised

Rosa Chispa Princessa · 02-15-2009, 05:42 PM

Herminny raised her hand and said, "3 stands for joyful self-expresssion so good words to describe them would be intresting, fun, full of intrsting insight, their the kind of person that likes to be different for a reason, to tell you the truth I'm kinda like that".

Leeness · 02-15-2009, 05:43 PM

"Threes seem to me to be the type who would be 'fashionably late'" he laughed.

LizzieEvans · 02-15-2009, 05:45 PM

I would say the 3 is a bit too impatient.. But that's just a guess. Lizzie said with her hand raised.

Rosa Chispa Princessa · 02-15-2009, 05:48 PM

Herminny raised her hand and said, "Time and 3 would not be a great mix because they are very exiteable and energetic, they probably would do things too quickly in a happy go lucky manor to the point things turn out all wrong".

Felixir · 02-15-2009, 05:50 PM

Urgh, how ironic... Jake had practically described himself there with the hyperness and annoying personality. Wondering vaguely whether he was a 3, Jake raised his hand. "Ermmm..." Okay... so we have established that 'erm' was an essential vocab term for Jake in Arithmancy. "I'm not sure, like... demanding? Not patient or willing to wait... But also, not really in tune with time... I'm not certain there, to be honest."

Becky · 02-15-2009, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by lemondrop13

Professor Shackleton frowned, "We aren't even doing any mathematical calculations. We're merely discussing qualities of numbers. Perhaps you should try perusing the textbook to get the information. If that doesn't work, you may stop by my office after class and I will try to assist you."

Jack shrugged "Fine" he pulled out the textbook and raised a wary eyebrow at it. It had never been opened yet it looked scary, Jack opened the book to the first page and shuddered, he pushed it away and sighed. He needed to get over his fear of books.

Lindzers · 02-15-2009, 07:11 PM

"Ummm Maybe three's would show up early if their excited for something and they may rush into things without thinking to much beforehand..." Melanie said uncertainly, biting her lip. Numbers weren't exactly her thing. She got people though and this three person kinda reminded her of herself. Humph.

Slytherin Princess · 02-15-2009, 07:18 PM

Ruby raised her hand and said "if they are late they could be more likely to bump into things because they are so excitable, enthusiastic and exuberant Professor" Ruby thought

lemondrop13 · 02-15-2009, 08:27 PM

"Most of you are on the right track. Time for the 3 is now. The 3 is the poster child for instant gratification. Threes are spontaneous and don't like to plan ahead. Tomorrow is a long way off to the 3. Don't count on the 3 to make plans and show up, after all, there are sooo many choices and there might be something more interesting to do in the next moment."

Professor Shackleton continued, "In terms of blessings, the 3 is a joyful spirit, blessed with humor, optimism and enthusiasm for life. It is lucky in both money and opportunity, such that when the 3 needs something, it will be there. The Challenges for the 3 are to find the appropriate channels for its creativity and enthusiasm, to not scatter its energy too far. Because life is so fun for the 3, it is not unusual for this number to hav three things going at once. But the biggest challenge for the 3 is to learn to communicate straight from the heart. The 3 needs to find the words to match his or her emotions, find the courage to speak those words, and slow down long enough to deal with the emotional situation."

Pausing in front of Herminny, Professor Shackleton inquired of the class, "What do you think relationships with the 3 are like?"

Slytherin Princess · 02-15-2009, 08:32 PM

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"What do you think relationships with the 3 are like?"

Ruby sat there and listened and she wondered if Jack was a 3? he seemed to have some of the charataristics she listened to the Professor and the class and wrote a few notes down

LizzieEvans · 02-15-2009, 08:39 PM

I think a relationship with the 3 would be a bit like trying to make a kid stay still Lizzie said thoughtfully with her hand in the air. The 3 is eager to share love, but doesn't know how to show his/her emotions. Am I right professor? she asked.

Leeness · 02-15-2009, 08:40 PM

"I think they would be very happy ones... and I think a lot of creative romance would be involved. I think relationships with threes might be a little too cheesy though..." Varius inputted.

Hedwig18 · 02-15-2009, 08:43 PM

Ana raised her hand "A relationship with a 3 would be very dynamic. Something different almost everyday. Very playful and energetic relationship."

LizzieEvans · 02-15-2009, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Leeness

"I think they would be very happy ones... and I think a lot of creative romance would be involved. I think relationships with threes might be a little too cheesy though..." Varius inputted.

I totally sound like a typical 3 Lizzie thought to herself as she waited for the professor to continue, thinking about Chris with a wide smile.

Lindzers · 02-15-2009, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by lemondrop13

"Most of you are on the right track. Time for the 3 is now. The 3 is the poster child for instant gratification. Threes are spontaneous and don't like to plan ahead. Tomorrow is a long way off to the 3. Don't count on the 3 to make plans and show up, after all, there are sooo many choices and there might be something more interesting to do in the next moment."

Professor Shackleton continued, "In terms of blessings, the 3 is a joyful spirit, blessed with humor, optimism and enthusiasm for life. It is lucky in both money and opportunity, such that when the 3 needs something, it will be there. The Challenges for the 3 are to find the appropriate channels for its creativity and enthusiasm, to not scatter its energy too far. Because life is so fun for the 3, it is not unusual for this number to hav three things going at once. But the biggest challenge for the 3 is to learn to communicate straight from the heart. The 3 needs to find the words to match his or her emotions, find the courage to speak those words, and slow down long enough to deal with the emotional situation."

Pausing in front of Herminny, Professor Shackleton inquired of the class, "What do you think relationships with the 3 are like?"

"Since they are outgoing they probably have a lot of friends." Melanie guessed with a bit more confidence since she had done pretty good on the last one. "Of course they may be a bit smothering..." she ended thoughtfully.

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