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 Posted: Tue Jun 14, 2011 10:11 am
Welcome to the Test of Apprenticeship. This twice-yearly event is what separates the many from the few destined to be true masters in their chosen field. Only the best are chosen here, though many will try all over our territory. During this test, we at the Jade Lotus encourage all applicants to keep a journal of their experiences with the Test, so that they may grow in their field, and better examine all that happens throughout the tests to come. Accept the book that I have given to you, and use it wisely, for those who search within themselves as well as challenge themselves will find great luck and prosperity in their future.
Here is your event journal. Although you are not required to use it to pass the various tests, those who do write in it will find benefits they do not expect. But only someone who writes in it every day will find the true prize at the end.
You may post an entry each day, or you may simply reserve posts for all 14 of the days of the event. What matters to us is that at the end of the event, on the last day, those who are truly after the prize have posted journal entries about each day of the event. It doesn't matter if all posts were written on one day, or on every day, so long as they are written. A full 14-day account of journal entries will count as an in-depth RP for the purposes of Yao Long status.
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Posted: Tue Jun 14, 2011 10:31 am
Landuo's Stats:
Strength: #5
Agility: #5
Intelligence: 8
Wisdom: # 7
Charisma: 6
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Lexenos the Gypsy Bard Crew
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Posted: Thu Jun 16, 2011 8:48 pm
Landuo's Journal
Pre-test Entry
I have decided to peruse a stronger form of magic so that I may better myself as a monk. A town that I am passing through on my travels is holding the Test of Apprenticeship, and I have decided to try and take it so that I may obtain the power of a Yao long, and make my battle against evil spirits more effective.
I have chosen to take the apprentice tests of the one called Lin Shui. I have found out that there will be three others challenging me for her apprenticeship, and there will also be four fighting to become the apprentice of Lin Shui's associate, Fei Yi, both of whom work at the restaurant, The Jade Lotus. Truly, this must have been ordained in the heavens.
Lin Shui has given me this journal book, and advised me to keep it throughout the days of this test. I agree that it is a most wonderful ideal, and will be an incredible tool in aiding me on my journey to become a Yao long. I am writing this entry first as a summary of what has happened thus far, and an aid for later days when I wish to look back.
I must admit, I am very excited, as well as nervous. I am aware that even if I come out above the other students, I still may not be chosen to become an apprentice. I truly feel that this is the way to my enlightenment, and has become very important to me.
I pray to the gods to lend me luck in these coming days!
End of Entry
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Posted: Sat Jun 18, 2011 11:42 am
Landuo's Journal
Day 1 Entry
Today was... somewhat disappointing, I suppose. Some things I felt went very well, while several others were a complete disaster.
I managed to stay on my feet for twelve out of the sixteen total hours, and I am very pleased about this. I am used to fighting spirits and evil creatures, but rarely have the battles lasted longer than a few hours. This Test of Strength really tested my endurance. I believe I did very well today, and I hope to do even better tomorrow.
I am also incredibly pleased with how the Test of Agility went. There were just a few mistakes, and Lin Shui gave me high remarks at the end of the day! The Test of Intelligence went even better, hardly any of the customers made complaints about what I had brought them, and I made sure that none of them waited very long. Lin Shui gave me even higher remarks on this test!
The Test of Wisdom was very hard for me. I know many things about meditation, spirituality, and evil spirits and how to fight them, but I know absolutely nothing about food. With so many dishes to remember, it took me a while to finally remember which dish was the special. But at least I remembered it, others didn't remember at all.
The Test of Charisma... I am ashamed. I am very good at handling people, I must be to handle those under attack by malicious things, and especially when those malicious things garner mistrust among all. But I failed this test miserably. I had underestimated the anger of a chef slighted, and though I had tried to handle the situation delicately, Lin Shui had to step in for me. I am absolutely disgusted with myself on this. I must try harder. Tonight, before I sleep, I shall meditate on this and try to figure out a better way to handle the chefs.
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Lexenos the Gypsy Bard Crew
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Posted: Sat Jun 18, 2011 2:15 pm
Landuo's Journal
Day 2 Entry
I had no idea feet could hurt so much. I've walked many miles on my journeys, but I've always been able to rest when I've wanted. I am not able to do that here, and my feet feel so swollen. I am soaking them in some warm water and salt as I write this, and will probably continue to do so for several more hours.
Needless to say, I only stayed on my feet half the time I did yesterday. I managed six hours before I was overcome by the pain. Lin Shui gave me some helpful tips on soaking them, and I believe I still have some cream I was given in return for banishing a weak spirit once. I pray I am stronger for tomorrow, and can last as long as I need.
The Test of Agility went even better today. I didn't drop any of the dishes, and I got a little faster at it as well. The Test of Intelligence was a little... worse I suppose, though I am still very satisfied. I am getting used to taking orders, and was much more accurate, though I sacrificed my speed for this. Lin Shui gave me very encouraging comments, and I believe she is pleased with me, though I'm not sure how well the other long are doing, so I can't say whether she is more pleased with me than others.
I tried my hardest to pay attention to the day's special, and as such was able to immediately give it when Lin Shui asked! I am very pleased with myself, and am very happy at the high praise she gave me.
Again I failed at calming the chefs. My meditation did nothing for me last night, and still I have yet to figure out how to calm them. I fear I will not find a way tonight either, as the pain from my feet are distracting me.
I am going to fill my bath with salt, and soak and meditate and pray, and hope that I do better tomorrow.
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