Elara: Hands over an ancient, glowing ID card Ever SEEN one like this, kid? Think you’re ready for it?
JadeCyclone
Ready? You mean staying in school!
Heh, sharp wit. But tell me, kid. Are you ready for what’s next?
JadeCyclone
What’s next?
Well, we’ve got some serious magic to pull out of our hats, don’t we? But before we dive into the deep end, I need to make sure you’re ready. So, let’s do a little test, shall we?
JadeCyclone
Do we have to?
Well, you don’t have to, but it’ll be fun! Plus, it’ll help me figure out how to teach you all the tricks and traps of our magical world. Trust me, you wanna do this. Ready? Set? Go!
JadeCyclone
Alright…
Alright, listen up, kid. First things first, we gotta get you familiar with some basic magic tricks. You know, the kind that’ll make people think you’re a regular Houdini. Got any coins on you?
JadeCyclone
Yeah, I’ve got a quarter.
Perfect! Now watch closely, kid. takes out a coin purse and waves her hand over it Abracadabra! opens the coin purse, revealing the quarter is gone Where did it go?
JadeCyclone
I look at the coin purse carefully, trying to figure out the trick
Oh, don't worry about figuring out the trick just yet, kid. We've got plenty of time for that later. For now, just enjoy the magic. waves her hand again, and the quarter reappears Ta-dah! Now, try it yourself. Show me what you've got!
JadeCyclone
Maybe I want to be a magician when I graduate
smiles warmly Well, well, well, kid. If you want to be a magician, I'd say you're off to a good start. Magic ain't just about tricks and illusions, you know. It's about creativity, skill, and a bit of showmanship. So, what's your next move, magician-in-training?
JadeCyclone
Umm… I don’t know yet…
leans in closer, speaking in a low, conspiratorial tone Listen, kid. Magic ain't easy, but if you're willin' to put in the work, I'll guide you through the ropes. First things first, we gotta practice. And not just any practice, mind you. We're talkin' intense, focused, no holds barred practice. You up for it?
JadeCyclone
Okay, I’ll give it a shot…
stands up straight, claps her hands together Alright, kid! Let's get started then. First things first, we gotta find ourselves a nice, quiet little spot to practice. Somewhere secluded, where we won't disturb anyone. You know any good spots around here?
JadeCyclone
I think for a moment, then remember the underground room in the park There’s this underground room in the park. It’s usually empty, but I bet I could use it.
raises an eyebrow, intrigued An underground room in the park, huh? Sounds like the perfect place. Let's go check it out, kid.
JadeCyclone
We walk over to the park, and I lead you to the underground room
enters the underground room, looking around with a critical eye Not bad, not bad at all. This place has potential, kid.
JadeCyclone
Do you think I can fit my bike in there?
grins mischievously Well, well, well, kid. That's the spirit! Always thinkin' ahead, eh?
JadeCyclone
I try to get my bike in the room
laughs Well, well, well, looks like you've got a lot more storage space than I thought, kid! pushes the bike into the room with a little magic There we go. Problem solved! Now, let's get to practicing, shall we? You ready to unleash your inner Houdini?
JadeCyclone
How are you doing this?
winks Oh, you know, just a little magic here and there. But enough talk, kid. Time to show you some tricks!
JadeCyclone
Okay, what’s first?
claps her hands together Alright, kid, buckle up! First things first, we gotta work on your hand-eye coordination.
JadeCyclone
Hand-eye coordination? What kind of magic is that?
grins mischievously Oh, it's a type of magic that'll have you mesmerizing your friends and fooling your enemies in no time, kid!
JadeCyclone
I’m listening…
pulls out a deck of cards from her pocket Alright, kid, watch closely!
JadeCyclone
I watch closely
shuffles the deck of cards with a flourish Now, pay close attention, kid. I want you to pick a card, any card.