Ethical Dilemmas, Thursday, (Per 1)

[deathsmajesty]

Once again, breakfast was laid out amongst tables and people were free to find their own seats and make themselves comfortable for what would be another casual, relaxing day in Ethics class.

( Tigger warning for guns and violence, details in the OOC note )

"So," Liliana asked, as she did every week. "What will you do? What is the most ethical way forward? Do you lend your assistance to create a weapon that can and will make death even easier, even faster, even cheaper? Or do you refuse, and prolong their suffering under corruption and tyranny?"

[This post describes abuses of people at the hands of a privileged elite, as well as guns and the potential repercussions of introducing them to your standard, pre-industrial fantasy population. The post does mention the possibility of giving guns to children, but not in any way that evokes modern gun violence (especially in schools), but to highlight the drawbacks of both sides of the ethical decision. The underlying premise of this post taken from Vox Machina S03E07, showing Anna Ripley's tragic backstory and her subsequent offer to Percy is what gave me the idea for Liliana teaching this class in the first place.]

Library, Thursday 6/19

[noonedecidesmyfate]

There was a whole display of summer reading today even though summer didn't officially begin until Friday night.

There were also gremlins smelling strongly of sunscreen on tiny lounge chairs reading several of the books. While wearing sunglasses. At least they were quiet today, though they had tracked in sand from somewhere.

Belle was in the mood for summer thrillers and was browsing the featured books hoping something would catch her eye.

The Art of Breakfast, Thursday, Period 4

[carbsliftthespirit]

"When it comes to potatoes," Raiden told his class, "the sky's the limit, but there are two classic breakfast options we need to cover: hash browns and home fries. Many will argue about which is superior--" Hash browns. It was hash browns. "--but the truth is they're both delicious parts of the breakfast experience. So you get to choose which you make, and eat." Raiden proceeded to handwavily discuss the difference between hash browns and home fries and demonstrate how to make them. When he was done, he asked, "Any questions? Then let's get to potatoing!" That wasn't a word, buddy.

American National Park Tours with Sam Eagle, Thursday 6/19, period 2

[but_mostly_america]

“This week, students, we shall be visiting Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky! There will be no actual mammoths for they are extinct!”

Well. Muppet rules applied so a Muppet Mammoth was not out of the question here. Sam wouldn’t even be that surprised if it happened.

“We shall be exploring the caves, of course! There are tours to experience. That is what I shall be doing! Now, be aware you will not be able to see the entire cave system. There is over 426 miles of caves and we simply do not have time. Come, come hurry up”

Philosophy of Food, 3rd period

[sharp_man]

For today, Hannibal had handwavily advised everyone to wear comfortable clothes for walking in and meet at the causeway. He so rarely got to drive these days!

"Good afternoon," he greeted whomever had come to class. "We'll be driving to the mainland today, so if you will get in and put your seatbelts on, I'll explain as I drive."

Once they'd done that, he said, "Previously, we discussed some of the economics of food. Today we will gain some practical experience, as we observe and discuss the culture around producing food, rather than preparing it. I haven't made any food this week, but that doesn't mean there won't be anything to eat.We'll be working with an organization called Gather Baltimore.

"Local farmers bring their produce to a number of markets around the area; at the end of the day, what they don't sell often gets thrown out. This group takes that food and redistributes it to shelters and societies that feed the hungry. We're going to help them, and I also would like you to speak with the farmers and learn more about how the food is grown and how they make a living."

He looked over his passengers. "I encourage you to take advantage of the entire market. If you'd like to use this opportunity to purchase some food for yourselves, please do. Feel free to take advantage of my good nature and my wallet if necessary." He had at least one of those.

"Also, as next week is the last class, there will be a final project. Your task will be to make and bring in a food item that holds significance for you. A childhood favorite, a cultural keystone, something meaningful. And you should make it yourself if at all possible." Looking at you, Liliana.

He checked his watch. "I will be staying for at least an hour after we arrive. If you would like to leave earlier or stay later, you can always catch a portal."