Out of the Rain; A Nice Little Chat

(Wonder Garage - 'Repair Center' )

Krikor Hosvepian

1. Resonance and Vibration Class - Located in the Resonance Room

This class is more advanced than the others, as it no longer simply has to deal with yourself and the way you interact on your own, but how well you interact with and connect to things around you. Not everyone is meant to Resonate, and also not everyone is meant to work with others. For this reason, Resonance Class is not mandatory to anyone EXCEPT for Maestros and those who wish to take it. Maestros MUST take a Resonance Class because they will be putting this power to use when they are using their Instruments, be they living or not. This means that for Maestros, it is mandatory to take all 3 of the classes; Soul, Wavelength and Resonance.

In the Resonance Class, one learns to connect and harmonize with things around them on a level that they are able to see the truth of the matter with their very souls. This is a very dangerous thing, because one is able to synchronize with and feel the very souls of what it is they are Resonating with, meaning that it can damage both parties in their very beings if they are not careful. Because of risks like these, Resonance Class is of a more advanced level, however can become useful for things like interacting with animals (due to being unable to speak their language, the language of waves and souls is universal). There are many benefits, but with these benefits, there are also precautions and dangers.

Actively interacting with others and learning to work in teams are prime studies in this class, which is what makes it the most difficult. Not everyone is capable of working in a team nor are they capable of opening up to others in order to be more efficient, and many close themselves off because they feel they are solely best on their own. Thus, this is why this class is not for everyone. However, it is mandatory to learn to work in a team and group environment in order to pass. Learning to talk, learning to listen, learning to accept criticism, learning to express feelings and things of that like are key. There are some that will find themselves shut off from others if they take this class, for it will expose their bare souls of who they are. It helps with learning more about one's soul because from another's perspective, one is able to see their shortcomings that they may not be able to see themselves. Then, it is up to acceptance to determine whether they can continue, and it is suggested that, if one feels too overwhelmed, for them to go to the Soul Room to meditate on these things. Students, be wary, for this class is not for the faint of heart.


2. Weaponry and Handling Class - Located in the Weapon Room

Weapon Class, a mandatory for Maestros (as they are those that wield weapons), is a class that allows one to learn to use their Instrument or Mechanica. An Instrument can be defined as a living weapon, or an object that is used to accomplish a purpose, a tool of battle, etc. etc. However, there are some Instruments that are living and have their own souls, and some that are merely conduits for the souls. A Mechanica, on the other hand, is a machine that has no soul, but functions as though it does by amplifying one's Wavelengths through means of electric conduits, most times through a generator or A.I. that take the place of an actual soul.

In years past, there were only Instruments known that were actual living beings with the capability to transform into weapon form for a Maestro to use or to fight autonomously (alone), however as years progressed, we have found a way to simulate such power and create weapons that use Soul Wavelength as a conduit, and basically function in the same way as a living Instrument without being alive. The difference is, the amplification of power cannot be replicated due to living Instruments having actual Souls, and the simulations being either smelted from a number of souls, forged from magic, or things of that nature. In short, they have a set amount of power that can only be amplified by the soul of one person that uses them, wherein a Maestro's living Instrument (known as a Soulmate) has the power of two souls to infinitely amplify each other's power. This ensures that the living Instruments (or Soulmates) are not obsolete, and that there is also a need for the simulation Instruments, which are called 'Mechanica'. Not all Mechanica require souls to be made or to be powered, however typically, they use the energy as a sort of battery pack and without them, they will cease to function. They are 'Mechanical' instruments where normal 'Instruments' are organic life forms, or simply weapons that are conscious and alive without being a machine.

In any case, the Weapon Class teaches one how to use their weapons fluidly, how to master the styles of fighting with that weapon and how to use said weapon in the most efficient way in any situation, be it combat or not. There are many special skills one may be taught that can only be done by a specific weapon, so weapons that are common (like swords, scythes, guns, etc.) will have a special edge. However, all Instruments have the capability to have 'weapon skills,' and thus those with rarer weapons (such as chakrams, circular blades, etc.) can learn how to create your own skills for that said weapon, and quite possibly teach others with similar weapons how to do them.

5. Battle and Training Class - Located in the Battle Room

Battle Class is the final class we have in our curriculum so far. It allows one to simulate actual battle within the confines of the school grounds in order to practice and tapir one's learned abilities in a safe environment, test their mettle against other students, train with instructors, against certain creatures, etc.

Because this is a Battle Class, one will also be informed about creatures that lurk about the Veritas, learn how to fight them and what to do when encountering foes. This class was added because of the rise in threats in the village in the past with not many people being informed on how to deal with them. So, rather than be trapped in the wilderness with no idea how to face a certain creature or how to defend yourself when faced with a baddie trying to scoop you up, this class doubles as an informative study class similar to what one may think of as 'History.' It teaches how to defend against all types of threats.