Third Dispatch. I have Advice. Written.

[trinkett]

Dear Luceti,

My efforts to gain notice by the Malnosso Organization for my considerable human resources skills have not been enough, I fear.

To this end, I shall be offering my services free of charge: Effie's Advisements. No problem is too large or too small! We shall overcome -- together.

Most Sincerely,

Effie.

[That signature has a very elegant flourish to it.]

Comments

[Written]

[trinkett]

Dear Patty,

It is my hope that the Malnosso Organization DOES see the value in what I can do! And yes -- have you a specific question? I have been grooming young people for years to become their very best. I see no reason to stop here.

Sincerely,
Effie.

[Written]

[ps3pirate]

Dear Miss Effie,

I do have a question. What exactly do you mean by grooming to become their very best? Does it involve guiding them to their true passion or training them to be strong? Or perhaps helping them foster more self esteem?

I'm curious what you can do to make me my very best, ya know.

All the salutes,
Patty

[Written]

[inyourfavor]

The young people I encounter find themselves thrust into the public spotlight, often at a very young age. They need people like me to show them how to act and behave on that larger-than-life stage! The training is left to others, I fear -- the martial instruction, at least. But I help them to shine, along with a team of talented stylists!

Tell me: how would you describe your personal style?

[Written]

[ps3pirate]

So you teach life lessons and etiquette, and make them look pretty? Is that right?

What do you mean by style? Do you mean my good looks, or my cheerful personality? Or maybe my habits?

[Written]

[trinkett]

All of the above! Style is not quantifiable by any SINGLE category!

[Written]

[ps3pirate]

Then I guess it can be described as:

- Perky
- Strong
- Cheerful
- Blonde hair
- Blue eyes
- Adventurous
- Youthful
- Cute

How's that?

[Written]

[happyhungergames]

[That's...a lot. But there are definite plusses here that she can work with, for certain. Blue eyes were often charming and winning. Cute, youthful, adventurous -- all good. "Perky" could sometimes be annoying, as could cheerful -- but on the other hand, these things could also help to win one sympathy with the right crowd.]

I think you've got PLENTY of good points down here. Now, tell me what you would like to achieve? Where do you see yourself in five years? In ONE year?

[Written]

[ps3pirate]

[It takes a moment before her next reply comes. Where does she see herself?]

Back home, hopefully. I've got lots of unfinished business there, ya know. But if we're talking about Luceti, I see myself working hard for Brave Vesperia and surrounded by companions. Maybe with a handsome man by my side.

[Written]

[trinkett]

Make sure you keep him there -- the handsome man. By your side, or, preferably, behind you a pace.

[Let's not mince words about the meaning of success. Women had to go it alone, not rely on a man. Effie had learned that.]

Do those in Brave Vesperia prefer blue eyes?

[Written]

[ps3pirate]

[A pace behind her... That's a pretty interesting way of thinking- one Patty finds herself agreeing with.]

I don't know. Maybe? Some of us have blue eyes, but others don't. I just think my eyes go really well with my outfit.

[Written]

[trinkett]

Excellent! At the least you are playing up your strengths! But remember: should they ever come out AGAINST blue eyes, there are treatments which can make the eyes a different color.

How high up might one rise in Brave Vesperia?

[Written]

[ps3pirate]

You could make eyes a different color? [She's surprised and intrigued, though she can't imagine why anyone would want to do that.]

Highest is guild leader, I guess. If there was a union of guilds, you could become the leader of that, but Brave Vesperia's the only real guild around.

[Written]

[trinkett]

I see. And what are your chances of becoming closer to this Guild Leader?

[Written]

[ps3pirate]

Becoming closer? Like friends or more than that?

[Written]

[trinkett]

Friends, lovers, comrades -- whatever gets you closest, really.

[Written]

[ps3pirate]

Friends is probably best. [She pauses her writing for a moment, then a thought hits her.]

Why do you think I should get close to the guild leader? If it's about influence in Brave Vesperia and rising to the top, why can't I aim to be the guild leader?

[Written]

[trinkett]

That IS the aim, ultimately. But you don't want to unseat the leader in any way that causes mutinous murmurings among the rank and file. You have to be politique about these things, dear.

[Written]

[ps3pirate]

It's not exactly politique when everyone in Brave Vesperia can read this conversation, ya know.

[Written]

[trinkett]

Interesting angle -- do you think they're reading it?

[Written]

[ps3pirate]

They might be? But even if they're not, someone else who could question my rise to the top in Brave Vesperia might be.

[Written]

[trinkett]

You know, sometimes NOT keeping things secret can be useful. You can gain supporters in that way. Seek out others who support your views and your candidacy.

[Written]

[ps3pirate]

Hm... [She giggles sheepishly, then starts scribbling down her next response.]

You heard it, folks. If anyone here wants to back me up as I commandeer Brave Vesperia, now's your chance to speak up. Don't be shy, support will be rewarded, ya know.

[Written -- Filtered]

[trinkett]

Well done! Well done!

[Clearly Effie approves of this maneuver!]

Now. What will be your next step?

[Written -- Filtered]

[ps3pirate]

I don't think there is one. I was just joking about the commandeering thing.

Brave Vesperia's already got some fine people running it and as long as they're around, they should keep doing it. I don't mind being just a member. There's always other ways to make yourself known in a place like this.

[Written -- Filtered]

[trinkett]

Then, my dear, I hope you find that way. Never miss a chance to make the most of yourself!