Dragons of the Argent City: Advice for your College-Bound Hatchling
In our continuing exploration of Dragon culture in the Argent City, this week we’ll be delving into what any nervous draconic parent might be feeling upon sending their hatchling to the world-renowned Allora University!
Congratulations! Your hatchling is about to embark on a new and exciting chapter in their life: college! As a nervous parent, you may be wondering what it's like for Dragons to attend college in the Argent City, where mythical creatures live, work, and, yes, even go to school alongside their non-mythic counterparts. Let’s get started, shall we?
The Safest Spot in Allora
If you’re concerned that a university campus just a stone’s throw from Tolon Park sounds like an incredibly dangerous place to drop off a member of your brood without protection, worry not! Your precious hatchling is in good hands walking through these hallowed halls. Not only does Allora University offer hundreds of fields of study that can help broaden their understanding and expertise in modern life, but it’s also one of the safest and most secure locations in the Argent City for draconics!
The secret lies in the strictly enforced Neutral Ground clause enforced by the mythic authorities of the City, created and maintained by Lord Hades himself. Ruling from Victory Tower under the guise of David Aidoneus & Partners LLP, the Greek god of wealth and the underworld brooks no violation of this sacred pact, aided in no small part by the veritable army of loyal, all-seeing gargoyles that patrol the campus day and night. You’ll find no place safer for your hatchling than Allora University campus - even the Sidhe wouldn’t dare risk alienating Hades.
No Worries When It Comes to Blending In With the Non-Mythics
Dragons live hundreds or even thousands of years, and the ability to take human form means draconics of all clans and flights can easily blend in and rub shoulders with other mythics and non-mythics alike. Yet it’s only natural to fear that, while your 50-year-old hatchling might look indistinguishable from any of the 18-year-old humans in their Freshman Comp class, there might be some strange questions asked by the Admissions department if their birthdate doesn’t match their physical age.
Thankfully, Allora University has some excellent mechanisms set in place to account for any mundane discrepancies. While draconics can’t simply charm and glamour our way through any red tape like the Sidhe, there are a number of mythics that work within the faculty and administration that can help smooth over any potential turbulence so that it’s nothing but clear skies. Plus, a generous donation or two made to the university’s coffers goes a long way in smoothing out any “irregularities” that might raise some mundane eyebrows.
Keep Your Hatchling Busy - and Build Their Credentials at the Same Time!
It’s not all just exams and late-night study sessions at Allora University. Even the most studious hatchling needs to spread their wings and enjoy their time away from the nest, and the school’s varied and fantastic array of extracurricular activities provide countless opportunities for them to enjoy themselves while also building crucial transferable skills for their professional lives.
Whether it’s intramural or varsity sports, student government, organizing and running charity drives, or any of the diverse clubs on campus, Allora University’s got something for your hatchling to enjoy. It’s a great way for them to begin networking and forging connections that they can then rely on in their careers. Plus, it looks fantastic on a résumé and keeps them out of trouble all at the same time!
Tips on Helping Your Hatchling Succeed at Allora University
No matter how old they may be, they’ll always be your hatchling - and if this is their first experience attending school, they’ll likely be just as nervous as you are. That’s why you should think about the following tips for helping your hatchling make the transition to college life at Allora University:
Talk to them about their fears and concerns. It's important to be open and honest with your hatchling about the challenges they may face in college. This will help them feel more prepared and supported.
Help them find resources on campus. The university has a variety of resources available to help new students succeed, such as counseling and support groups. Many of these either include other mythics or are even geared toward them specifically.
Be proud of them! College is a big accomplishment, and your hatchling should be proud of themselves for getting this far. It’s even more of a big deal that they’re attending one of the most prestigious universities in the world! Let them know how much you believe in them.
Remember, the Argent City is a great place for Dragons to learn and grow. With your support, your hatchling is sure to have a successful college experience that will set them up for even bigger successes for centuries to come!
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