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DragonhealingOver the turns, dragonhealing on Southern Shores Island has grown into a craft of it's own. Granted, there isn't the fear of thread to worry over, but as the need for constant drills is a thing of the past, riders have grown lazy. And as such, injuries in dragons have increased. Mainly muscle pulls, strains and the like, although there are instances of riders doing 'fly-bys' with their dragons or 'trimming', and getting too close to the object they're flying close to which results in a dragon injury. These riders, of course, are severely disciplined, but the instances were occuring more and more often, regardless. That is until the current Weyrleader, D'mien, took over. He has made it quite clear he won't tolerate such mistreatment of dragons. On occassion, however, a rider will still cause his dragon harm (albeit inadvertantly). Due to D'mien's leadership, the Dragonhealer Hall at the Weyr has declined in numbers, which is both a blessing and a curse. I, the current hallmaster, T'masin, am grateful that there aren't as many dragons being injured, but I worry over the ever declining number of healers available to treat dragons. To that end, I have created a brief overview of what the craft entails in hopes of garnering interest, for I fear, after speaking with the Weyrleader, that there may once again be a need for our services... I hope, however, I am wrong. 1. Who can be a dragonhealer? You might wonder if you can be a dragonhealer. The answer, of course, is yes. The requirements are that you are a resident of the Weyr, or a current member of the Healer Hall at Whispering Sands Hold. While it is common knowledge that dragonriders generally make the best dragonhealers, if you aren't a dragonrider, you will not be denied the right to learn the craft. There are no limits to how far you go, except for the ones you set for yourself. 2. Is previous healer experience required? No. While it is preferred that apprentices have some previous experience in healing, it is not required. However, if there is no previous experience, fundamental healing will be the first subject studied before actually being able to delve into the art of dragonhealing. 3. What is a typical day like for an Apprentice?
cm 5-6: Morning meal 4. How long does it take to walk the tables? That depends on the individual, but the average amount of time one spends as a junior apprentice is two turns. After gaining the rank of senior apprentice, you spend another two turns honing your skills. For the final turn of your apprenticeship, you start working in what you will decide for your specialty. All dragonhealers learn general skills, but some show an affinity for dealing with breaks, others with open wounds, others with muscular and joint problems. While each of these skills are taught to all, if someone wishes to specialize in one of the previous fields, they are encouraged to do so. Once making the level of junior journeyman/woman, it takes anywhere from two to four turns to gain the rank of senior. Usually closer to four turns. After making it to senior journeyman/woman, it takes many, many turns to make it to master, and not all will get that far. It takes dedication and a proficiency at your craft that not everyone has the drive to achieve. Some links of interest: Dragonhealing
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