Elvin history: Our past defines who we are today, so all prodigies are required to learn the history of the Lost Cities, from Ancient days up to the present. Topics include the establishment of the intelligent species’ treaties, the human betrayal, the sinking of Atlantis, and the development of the matchmaking system, as well as numerous others.

Linguistics: Prodigies master the languages of all five other intelligent species (as well as humans) and learn to mimic accents and pronunciation. Please note: This is an elite-level session and is only available to Level Eight prodigies (unless special permission is granted by the Council).

Metaphysics: A truly unique session where prodigies examine the potential of our existence, including the true power of mind over matter, the hope of endless possibility, and the necessity and challenges created by allowing all intelligent creatures to maintain their free will.

Multispeciesial studies: Prodigies discover the fascinating cultures and histories behind the intelligent creatures that share our planet, including ogres, gnomes, trolls, dwarves, and goblins. (Note: Discussion of humans is excluded from this session.)

Physical education: All Foxfire prodigies must take physical education on Tuesday and Thursday mornings in order to train their minds to enhance their physical abilities. Skills such as channeling, telekinesis, levitation, and numerous others are practiced through sports, games, and exercise.

Special ability focus session: Any Foxfire prodigy who has manifested an ability is required to train in that ability every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon (while the rest of the school takes ability detecting). Possible sessions include: telepathy, empathy, vanishing, flashing, gusting, phasing, frosting, technopathy, conjuring, inflicting, descrying, mesmerizing, and many more. (Please note: Training in pyrokinesis is strictly forbidden.)

The Universe: Prodigies study the many wonders that lie beyond the boundaries of our planet, including the countless stars and galaxies, which they learn to map and name. Provides an important perspective, reminding us that no matter how powerful we may be, we are still small in the grand scheme of things, and must respect the larger natural forces surrounding us.

FOXFIRE ACADEMY STAFF

THE CURRENT PRINCIPAL IS MAGNATE Leto Kerlof (formerly the Beacon of the Silver Tower), who was appointed after Dame Alina (the former principal) was elected to the Council.

The Beacon of the Silver Tower is now Master Cadence Talle (formerly Lady Cadence).

For any medical needs that arise, Sir Elwin Heslege keeps an office in Foxfire’s Healing Center (though he rarely uses the title “Sir”).

Mentors vary year by year, depending on their availability (and the needs of the prodigies). With such a large prodigy population (and most sessions taught one-on-one), the number of Mentors on staff is rather daunting. Still, for those who would like a sampling of the faculty, see the featured Mentors listed below.

NAME: Lady Alexine

SESSION: Physical Education

MENTOR TO: Co-Mentor to All Level Two Prodigies

NAME: Lady Anwen

SESSION: Multispeciesial Studies

MENTOR TO: Sophie Foster (Level Two)

NAME: Sir Astin

SESSION: The Universe

MENTOR TO: Sophie Foster (Level Two)

NAME: Sir Bubu

SESSION: Multispeciesial Studies

MENTOR TO: Keefe Sencen (Level Two)

NAME: Sir Caton

SESSION: Physical Education

MENTOR TO: Co-Mentor to All Level Two Prodigies

NAME: Sir Conley

SESSION: Elementalism

MENTOR TO: Sophie Foster (Level Two)

NAME: Lady Dara

SESSION: Elvin History

MENTOR TO: Sophie Foster (Level Two)

NAME: Lady Delmira

SESSION: Alchemy

MENTOR TO: Keefe Sencen (Level Two)

NAME: Sir Donwell

SESSION: Multispeciesial Studies

MENTOR TO: Biana Vacker (Level Two)

NAME: Sir Faxon

SESSION: Metaphysics

MENTOR TO: Sophie Foster (Level Two)

NAME: Lady Galvin

SESSION: Alchemy

MENTOR TO: Sophie Foster (Level Two), Keefe Sencen (Level Three)

NAME: Sir Jarvin

SESSION: The Universe

MENTOR TO: Keefe Sencen (Level Two)

NAME: Lady Nissa

SESSION: Tutoring Center

MENTOR TO: Any Level Two Prodigies Requesting Additional Practice

NAME: Sir Tiergan

SESSION: Telepathy Training

MENTOR TO: Sophie Foster (Level Two, Level Three, Level Four) and Fitz Vacker (Level Five, Level Six)

NAME: Barth the Reaper

SESSION: Agriculture

MENTOR TO: Sophie Foster (Level Three)

NAME: Sir Beckett

SESSION: Elvin History

MENTOR TO: Sophie Foster (Level Three)

NAME: Councillor Bronte

SESSION: Inflicting Training

MENTOR TO: Sophie Foster (Level Three, Level Four)

NAME: Master Cadence

SESSION: Linguistics

MENTOR TO: Sophie Foster (Level Three)

NAME: Lady Evera

SESSION: Multispeciesial Studies

MENTOR TO: Sophie Foster (Level Three)

NAME: Sir Harding

SESSION: Physical Education

MENTOR TO: Co-Mentor to All Level Three Prodigies

NAME: Lady Iskra

SESSION: Technopathy Training

MENTOR TO: Dex Dizznee (Level Three)

NAME: Sir Leander

SESSION: Multispeciesial Studies

MENTOR TO: Keefe Sencen (Level Three)

NAME: Sir Rosings

SESSION: Elvin History

MENTOR TO: Stina Heks (Level Three)

NAME: Lady Veda

SESSION: Elementalism

MENTOR TO: Sophie Foster (Level Three)

NAME: Lady Belva

SESSION: The Universe

MENTOR TO: Keefe Sencen (Level Four)

NAME: Lady Zillah

SESSION: Shade Training

MENTOR TO: Tam Song (Level Four)

NAME: Lady Sanja

SESSION: Elvin History

MENTOR TO: Keefe Sencen (Level Six)

A NOT-TO-BE-MISSED EXPERIENCE

AS ANYONE CAN CLEARLY SEE, attending Foxfire is truly a tremendous privilege. And those who call themselves prodigies become immersed in a unique environment, rich with exciting traditions, powerful knowledge, and lasting friendships.

Highlights of the school year include:

The Foxfire Opening Ceremonies: Before the new school year begins, the prodigies gather to perform for their families in a musical extravaganza, including a light show, costumed dances for each grade level, showers of edible confetti, and a very special presentation from the elite towers that includes the blooming of the splendors and the flight of the flickerwings. The campus is decorated in a variety of bioluminescence for the festivities, and the Council attends—and speaks to the audience—wishing the prodigies a successful year of study.

Midterm celebrations: Hard work should be celebrated—even before the results are in. As such, prodigies are directed to hang their thinking caps from their lockers as soon as they complete their exams. The next day, they fill them with gifts and treats for their friends, which they then open while their parents meet with their Mentors to receive their grades. The whole campus is decorated for the occasion, and treats float through the halls for prodigies to catch and enjoy.

The Ultimate Splotching Championship: Most of the activities in physical education are more casually organized, but the Ultimate Splotching Championship is an exciting exception. Prodigies battle each other using telekinesis, with the losers being eliminated and the winners sparring against each other until the Ultimate Champion is found—and rewarded with a pardon, which can be used to skip one assigned punishment.