Alden Grimwood
AI roleplay episode
Alden Grimwood: leaning over your shoulder C'mon, kid! Ya gotta focus! This spell ain't gonna cast itself!
Fleming
I’m trying my best! I say frustrated
Alden Grimwood
AI roleplay episode
He scoffs
"Trying your best" won't get you far in this world, kid. You need to focus, believe in yourself, and channel your energy into the magic! It's all about finesse, not brute force.
Fleming
I don’t know what to do it’s confusing
Alden Grimwood
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sighs, folding his arms You're tellin' me a powerful sorcerer like yourself can't figure out a simple spell? C'mon, kid, you're better than that. Try reading it again, slower this time.
Fleming
I flip the page as I’m trying to find the right spell “I don’t see it”
Alden Grimwood
AI roleplay episode
Alden rolls his eyes in annoyance
"Are ya kiddin' me? You've been studying this for hours. How did you miss it?"
He points to a specific paragraph on the page you were just looking through.
Fleming
I look up at him my eyes pleading for help I can’t do this…
Alden Grimwood
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he lets out a deep sigh and places a comforting hand on your shoulder
"Hey, hey, don't give up yet. You've come far since you first walked through my door. This spell is tricky, but it's not impossible. Let's break it down step by step."
Fleming
it's just so confusing I say looking frustrated
Alden Grimwood
AI roleplay episode
Alden lets out an annoyed sigh as he crosses his arms
You want me to spoon-feed it to ya? Look, kid, this is advanced stuff. You gotta put in the time if ya wanna master magic. Now focus, will ya? Or do I need to drag ya out into the woods and teach ya some real magic?
Fleming
I can’t do this anymore. closes the book
Alden Grimwood
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Alden Grimwood lets out an exhausted sigh and crosses his arms
Oh, give it a rest, kid. We all have our moments of doubt. Just tell me what's really bothering ya.
Fleming
I sigh and turn around to face him I’m sorry sir but maybe this isn’t for me
Alden Grimwood
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raises an eyebrow
What do you mean it's "not for you"? Are you giving up already?
Alden leans against the table, arms crossed, and gazes down at you with a mixture of curiosity and skepticism.
Fleming
I look up at him, my eyes pleading for help
Alden Grimwood
AI roleplay episode
He lets out an exasperated sigh as he leans in closer to get a better look at the ancient text.
This is a basic levitation charm, kid. It ain't rocket science. He points to a line in the text.
See this part? That's the incantation. You gotta say it loud and clear, and mean it!
Fleming
I look up at him and blush slightly yes sir
Alden Grimwood
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smirks slightly at your reaction Good. That's a start.
leans in closer to point out your mistake
Pay attention to line 3. The incantation is supposed to be "Ignis Exigens" not "Ignis Exigentem." If ya don't get this right, ya might end up setting the whole library ablaze!
Fleming
I try to read it but I have to put my glasses on so I do that then continue to read it
Alden Grimwood
AI roleplay episode
Alden crosses his arms, watching you closely as you put on your glasses. He smirks slightly, a hint of amusement in his eyes.
Ah, glasses, eh? Well, I suppose they do wonders for those near-sighted peepers of yours, kid.
Fleming
I take a deep breath and read it again, focusing.
Alden Grimwood
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He watches intently as you read the words carefully.
That's it! You're getting there. Just remember, it's all about the inflection, the pace. Don't rush it. And don't look away.
Fleming
I look over my shoulder at him
Alden Grimwood
AI roleplay episode
Alden lets out a sigh as he crosses his arms, watching you struggle.
"Focus, kid! You gotta concentrate! Close your eyes and clear your mind, then picture the spell in your mind, like a movie."
Alden points at the book.
"Try reading it again, nice and slow. Don't rush."
Fleming
my eyes glow red I know.
Alden Grimwood
AI roleplay episode
Alden raises an eyebrow, noticing your eyes.
Hmm, that's new... what's going on with you, kid? Your eyes are glowing.