knowledge is power

Greek | Holy Roman Empire | Tutor to Lukas and Augusta. Religion: polytheistic

[tutormikael]

The morning light flowed into his room quite unexpectedly as Mikael started to stir awake. It took some time but as his eyes slowly opened, he saw the outline of a figure by the window. Not sure if the figure was looking at him or outside of the window, he was still confused. “What are you doing in my room?” he asked as he sat up. 

[tutormikael]

euphemiaofscotland‌:

the library was rather nice, though it was not the quiet respite she might have hoped for most days. there were too many guests – and there had been too much rain of late – for her to truly enjoy the pleasure of a good book in absolute silence. “the past few years have mostly been kind to me,” she remarked. “though my son has passed away in recent weeks.” saying murdered seemed so wrong to the countess of morton and yet whenever she closed her eyes all she could think of was his lifeless body floating in the river. her hands were clasped in front of her, a gesture that was uncommon on the woman so dutiful. “i understand you work for the holy roman emperor now?”

The news of her sons death had reached him in the first few days of his arrival but he did not know the circumstances of it and was worried if it was too sensitive a topic to bring up. “I heard and it filled me with a great sadness to hear that. I truly am sorry for what you have gone through. What your whole family has gone through.” Mikael was sincere and truly meant it. “I do. I was bought here as a tutor to Lukas and Augusta but I am always here if you need me for anything.” And he meant it. 

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duchessfriederike‌:

Friederike nodded her head. “And what would you prefer I called you?” she asked. In the absence of a title, it seemed best to ask. “A walk would be lovely. It is a fine Springtime.” she agreed, glad he suggested it. It wasn’t that she needed privacy for what she had to ask, not really, but it still seemed prudent to ensure there were no prying ears on their conversation. I am Friederike Von Schleswig-Holsten. Daughter of King Maximillian of Germany.” That, alone, should give him some indication as to why she sought him out.

"Mikael will work just fine.” The reply was polite and cordial, respectful for someone of her station despite him not knowing her. “I do like the Spring but there is something about the winters in this part of the world that I enjoy.” The cool air was always nice. “It is a pleasure to meet you,” he answered but still had no idea why she sought him out.

[tutormikael]

princejingyan‌:

“The night sky sparks wonder in us all, doesn’t it? To learn of them is always interesting.” He had been tutored in such things as a child, when the Princes of China were still looking for their place in the world, but it quickly became apparent that his talent lay in the athletic, and he had forgotten much of what he had learned. Now, he used the stars for navigation, and for gazing at when his thoughts threatened to overwhelm him, to centre him and bring him back to earth. He nodded his head. “I understand it is not so here, where beliefs differ from my own.” He was raised with the concept of Karma, where the reward was far different than what he knew Christians to believe. “I would rather believe there was nothing to fear, and be wrong but content, than spend my final days in a panic should the omen come to ring true, anyway.” 

"That is a very poetic statement,” he said as he looked to the sky and found himself looking at constellations he hadn’t seen in a long time but being enthralled by it. After a little bit of time he looked at the other man. “Beliefs are different in every corner of the world and between. I find them fascinating. My own beliefs are different to what people practice but I find it easy enough to navigate both of them. That is a positive way of thinking. I am not the same, I would find myself looking for the solution or some other findings.”

[tutormikael]

sfcrca‌:

Bona pursed her lips in thought, nodding as the man spoke. Yes, the world would certainly be dull without a good challenge or two, but his question made her pause. Oh, she had faced many challenges that pushed her - the challenge of being the ruling lady of Milan was still pushing her. “I am still facing one, if I am honest.” Bon spoke, before adding. “I am looking to… succeed my late father as the duchess of Milan, but you know how men are. Lord forbid a woman would rule a place on her own.”

Mikaels interest grew more at her words. “What challenges are you facing? It may be good to share, if you permit it and if I can I might be able to help.” That was if she wanted his help. If not, he would understand. “Men like to hold to their traditional ways of thinking. Show them you are the rightful ruler and they should not have anything to object to.”

[tutormikael]

jagellicn‌:

Adelaide hummed lightly in agreement. Experience was certainly the best learning tool, though it was undoubtedly a lot harder than learning through books. “Well, having one’s mind open is one of the benefits of such travels, and such studies.” Softly chuckling at his retort, she nodded. “True.” It was nice to learn that she was not the only one who held no true love for poetry, though she could… appreciate it. The question left her with an arched eyebrow. “Well, that is quite the lengthy answer. I know their philosophers, Plato and Aristotle the best, though I would love to learn more about Tales and the rest of the ancient philosophers. I know a thing or two about Pericles and the democracy. The battles with the Persians…” She trailed off. “Though, I would definitely like to know more.”

"I find that many people in my line of work or experience tend to have an open mind. A person may not start out like that but once you travel the world to learn of it, your mind is forced open or has to be open to truly experience it all.” Such a thing was wasted on those with closed minds. “Do you know the ancient Greek religions? Many still follow it, myself included. I find that a lot of people have forgotten it in favour of more modern religions.” That wasn’t to say those religions where wrong, they where just different. 

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[tutormikael]

princejingyan‌:

“Perhaps it was merely a collective, prolonged blink.” Jingyan chuckled. If only it were that easy to explain, though he suspected what had happened would remain a mystery. “Perhaps this is a matter for the astronomers to explain? I do not know of any others who may be able to.” He admitted. At the question, he shook his head. “I was always taught that luck and fortune was self-made. Omens and signs are only as real as one wants them to be.” 

Mikael couldn’t help it but he chuckled along with the other man and shook his head as he did so. “I have an interest in astronomy, not something that I can say I am too well versed in but a strong interest. I have no idea about that but the rumour mill will certainly have theories spouting throughout it.” Not that he would listen to speculation of that kind. “I like that way of thinking. That is not to say that I do not believe in omens, I do. Just not too much. I find that being too superstitious can be very limiting an paranoid.”

[captain-flint]

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sfcrca‌:

Pursing her lips in thought, Bona pondered his words for a moment, before slightly humming. “Yes, there are always challenges. Life would be rather dull and monotone without them. But, when seeking challenges, I think one should be aware of one’s limits and abilities. It would not do good to overexert and overestimate oneself as well. Seems rather counterproductive.” She answered, then offered the man a short nod. “Aye, we should all strive to keep the errors and setbacks to the minimum.”

Challenges was always something Mikael welcomed and sought out. “I could not imagine a world without it. It would be so dull and tedious. I doubt I would have lasted long in such a world. What challenges have you faced that have pushed your limitations?” he asked, curiously. 

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jagellicn‌:

“I found that such studies are the best - when they come completely on instinct, completely unexpected.” She supposed death itself was like that - instinctual. Unexpected. Sudden. But, those thoughts was hardly appropriate to be shared with anyone, lest people start calling her strange or dark - and those things being whispered about a person always brought forth more chaos. Quietly chuckling, Adelaide, glanced at the man with mirth in her dark eyes. “Oh, I suppose I can always wax poetics about the play of darkness and light, though I am no Homer.” She was hardly a poet - or even the poetic sort. Pausing, Adda nodded again, humming in agreement. “Yes, I find that to be most true.” Light was deceptive - it lulled people into a false sense of security. At least darkness was honest. Softly chuckling, she shrugged. “Well, my ancient Greek is a little rusty, so perhaps we could have that challenge.”

"I never used to think like that myself but experiences have taught me otherwise. I found myself in many places because of it and my mind more open to the happenings of the world that way.” There was a lot violence and cruelty in the world that had turned him into a cynic. Although, he preferred the term realist. “Who is?” he quipped back but his smile had turned a little more mischievous. “In truth, I have no real love for poetry or that way of thinking so it is a rare occasion if I ever entertain it.” Mikael couldn’t even think of the last time he did. “Mine is not perfect but I can teach you a thing or two. Tell me what you know about ancient Greece.”

[royal-abbotts]

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[captain-flint]

Poe Dameron + outfits 

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[tutormikael]

bastardparma‌:

“only throughout italy…although, not even the entirety of it, nor sicily or the aegadian islands. i was always kept close to home.” that, of course, never stopped the young lord from getting into mischief here & there. with the few friends he retained growing up, they would travel to experience the culture of nearby regions. he had certainly never been asia, where he was told most of his ancestors came from. “poisoned,” he specified. despite the heavy topic, he kept his relaxed persona & gave a small shrug of his shoulders. “i was already making the trip here before he passed. but, yes, that is now my primary concern.” the sooner he could find the culprit, the sooner he could guarantee that the same people would not come after his sisters. the one responsible was certainly not any ally to the sforza siblings, so that meant milan was at risk. “indeed, it is. i was primarily raised in milan, with my sisters, but my mother would take me to parma for a few weeks during the summer.”

"Italy is an interesting place. I’ve spent quite a lot of time throughout that country and it has always fascinated me.” They had a similar religion on their past to his own so he spent many times studying it and looking throughout it. “Rome in particular is incredible for their history.” Mikael was curious why the other seemed so relaxed when talking about the assassination of his father. It was a strange mix and riled up a suspicion in him. “If it is your primary concern, who do you think was involved in it?”

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euphemiaofscotland‌:

location: castelgrande library featuring: @tutormikael​

euphemia douglas moved through the library aimlessly, her eyes raking over the spines of books. some caught her interest – or perhaps they might have if she was not still in such deep mourning. her days were listless now, emptier than she would ever have imagined. she had not been close to her son by any stretch of the imagination; david had seen to that as he’d gotten older.

but she had hoped they might still have time. and that was forever taken from them.

she paused her reflections and turned her head to the side, seeing mikael, one of david’s tutors who now worked for the holy roman empire. “mikael,” she approached him with a smile that did not reach her eyes, even as her black skirts swished at her ankles. “how are you faring?”

The place was busier than he had remembered or expected and with so much to do, Mikael found solace in the library. It was a chance for him to get back to himself. He was finding himself relaxed as he combed through the pages of different volumes or just looking at the spines of the different ones available. Hearing his name called from a familiar voice, Mikael put the book back to its shelf and smiled with a polite nod at Eupohemia. “It is good to see you after so many years,” he answered but noticed the black clothing. He assumed she was in mourning. “Faring very well, thank you for asking. Might I ask how you have been throughout the years?”

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duchessfriederike‌:

@tutormikael​

Since the revelations of what Emperor Konrad had done, Friedi had managed to avoid coming face-to-face with those who hailed from the empire. It was for the better. She had time to clear her head, to curb her anger and ensure that she was able to control herself. She wasn’t sure if they had been included in those invited to the wedding, or if her father would have seen fit to leave them out, as she would have done if she was in charge. It was with that in mind that she approached their tutor, who felt close enough to be in the loop about these things, but separate enough that he was safe to ask about it without causing offence and heightening the tensions between them. “Mikael Anchises, isn’t it?” she asked, pursing her lips in something like a smile as she looked at him. It felt improper to call him by his first name, but she didn’t know if he had a title she could use. “May we talk?” 

Mikael had just finished one of his lessons and was walking out of it when he heard someone call him by his name. Unlike a lot of people at the location, he did not have a title but did not mind it. Getting a title was not something he had ever wanted. “It is,” he replied as he slowed down but did not recognise the face or voice of the woman speaking with him. “Of course. Did you want to walk or want privacy?” 

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vzrahmad‌:

“a tutor?” ahmad did not know why he found himself surprised — in a place filled with the royalty of the world, tutor was a title that must be in high demand. “who have you come to tutor?” curiosity quickly took place of surprise, and he was quick to continue, “not that i have anything against the occupation, of course.” the grin returned. “i imagine you have fascinating stories to tell; let’s walk together then. if you have not found something terrible in town yet, what is the worst thing you’ve seen in your travels to get here?” 

"You sound surprised, do I not look the academic type?” he asked playfully and with a smirk on his face. “I have placements with a few different families but so far Lukas and Augusta and I believe Tsar Dmitry Ivanovich has showed interest in having me as tutor for his children.”  The worst thing he had seen in his travels...there was a lot he had seen. “Violence, mostly. Wars are in every place and seem to always be happening.”