LIFESTYLE

Ask Ms Nightsky

Q.HHello,

Ms Nightsky

I am the leader of druidic Grove, and we've recently gotten an influx of members from the horde side; we are a neutral circle, but things are still a bit tense! What are some fun activities I can use to help entice intermingling between our alliance and horde members? Any advice would be appreciated

Athedus Grimwilde

A.Dear Athedus Grimwilde,

Thank you for asking this question! I adore working on and coming up with events I find it ever so enticing Firstly, let’s start off with something I believe many may enjoy A beach bash or a beach party to start things up At this party, have a few different things going on. Have those who enjoy cooking bring their own meals to share with everyone We all know the horde and alliance do have a few different types of food and drink This will give some people something to talk about Then at this party, have a storytime which would also allow those who want to tell stories to give a small introduction about themselves. Make this sort of a contest, those who are involved, allow them to secretly vote on who has the best story The person with the most votes wins some gift or title. Of course, do not allow them to vote for themselves. Also could have it so questions can be asked after each story These questions are so people can get to know each other better

A few other events are a dinner party, or any meal type party. One that you can do often is allow those of the grove to host a party of their own. It doesn't have to be a party, it can be the others coming in to visit the place they stay at, or allow them to come up with their own event that they will host This would allow the others to get to know that one person. That one person will also feel like they are in the spotlight for a while. Most people enjoy the spotlight

There is a chance not everyone will attend any of those events, but don’t let that get you down At least it will help you to know which members of the grove are willing to help it grow. I wish you the best of luck dear! I hope everything goes well

Ms Nightsky

Q.Dear Ms. Nighstky,

My family and I own a small business that sells arcwine, and since the Shal'dorei joined the Horde, we have been trying to expand our business to the people of the Horde. However, I do have a slight problem - I tend to get a bit too shy when it actually comes to talking with others, as the business meetings were usually ran by my mother. Would you be so kind to tell me how can I become less nervous? I am really eager to make things work

Thank you for your time, Naneir Silverwine.

A.DDear Ms.Silverwine,

Many people have this issue, and I am one of them Writing comes easier to me than talking does A few things I’ve learned and used myself are as follows. Firstly, overthinking makes it worse. The, what if this happens, what if that happens, what do they think? Don’t over think Focus all that energy into making a script or talking in the mirror I personally spoke to myself in the mirror many times. At first I felt, the best word for it is stupid for doing it. But after a while I realized it was actually helping me Remember to stay positive It may seem simple, but that helps as well Remember the worst that can happen is them not wanting to make a deal or contract with your business. Changes are, if they are willing to make the meeting, they are willing to strike a deal with you

Something to consider is they may be nervous too, they are people just as you are I carry something with me when I meet new people A necklace that brings me comfort When I get nervous I notice I fiddle with it It helps a lot The last piece of advice I can give you dear, is to always stay true to yourself. Accept that you get nervous, work towards bettering that by practicing and going to meetings with others around you, and breathe It helps to pause and take a deep breath from time to time I am sure they will not say much if you stop mid-sentence just to take a deep breath to collect yourself and your thoughts. You are a strong person, Ms. Silverwine You have my respect You’ve already made the move to get into the business and have the will to want to better yourself and help it out Put your mind to it and you can do anything You are stronger than you think.Take care of yourself, dear.

Ms Nightsky

The Social Graces

Reporter: Lady Oliviana Tate-Brigham

Over the past few years there has been a lot of discussion surrounding the role of the nobility in our society, so this week I thought I would provide some information on the ranks of the Stormwind nobility and how to address them. Since this is such a complex and highly nuanced area when it comes to etiquette, I will be giving a broad, general overview of the topic If you are interested in learning more, there are many books on this subject at the Stormwind Public Library.

Think of the peerage as a ladder From the top rung to the bottom, the nobility is is ranked in importance as follows; duke/duchess, marquess/marchioness or marquis/marquise or margrave/margravine, count or earl/countess, viscount/viscountess, baron/baroness On the last rung sit what is referred to as the minor nobility, members of the baronetage and the knightage

For those who are unfamiliar with noble titles, a marquee/marquis/margrave title is one granted to those lords and ladies who rule over Marches, or border territories of or within a kingdom A baronet is not, strictly speaking, a member of the peerage. The baronetage is a separate dignity of its own, as is the knightage. In the hierarchy of precedence, the baronet is situated below the peerage and above the knightage

Members of the higher ranks of nobility may have several different titles to their name A countess might also be a baroness, a duke may also be a marquis, a viscount and a baron In these cases, the highest ranked title is their