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[curingidiocy]

[ The message begins with a clearing of the throat before a smooth voice filters through the ocular network; that of the very distinctive cadence of Dr. Ratio. He speaks calmly and lower than he usually does in an attempt to evoke a soothing tone that is not present in his usual manner of speech. ]

Given recent circumstances, I imagine many of you may be finding it difficult to rest and relax. You cannot be faulted for that; as of late, I have often found myself plagued with an active mind during the night, when I ought to be asleep. However, it is important to allow your body and mind to recuperate from injury and exertion. When one's body is exhausted, so too is the mind sluggish, and vice versa. Baths are quite effective at soothing the body and clearing the mind. I encourage you to make frequent use of the spa's public bath once we return to base.

[ There's a pause here and then another clearing of the throat—one that sounds like a cover up for embarrassment. ]

But I digress. The purpose of this message was not to provide a lecture on self-care.

I... have been told by students before that my voice has a particularly pleasing quality that is easy on the ears. A few have been audacious enough to inform me that they use my lesson recordings to put themselves to sleep. In light of that... I would like to offer my voice to be used as a sleeping aid for any who would benefit from it.

I have attached a link to several of the lesson recordings I have created since my arrival on this planet.

[ Anyone who is curious enough to peruse the offerings will find neatly named audio files for an undergraduate semester's worth of several subjects, ranging from math to physics to biology, among more. There's almost 50 files in total, and each one of them comes with a text transcription accompanying it. ]

You may utilize these as you desire, though I do hope you find an interest in the subject itself. There is never a better moment than now to start learning something new.

In addition, I am open to recording new material if you find none of these are relaxing to listen to. And if you desire a conversational partner to debate with on topics unrelated to what weighs on your mind, I am happy to fulfill that role.

As always, if you have any questions, you may ask me at any time, provided that you have thought carefully and determined the answer to be worthwhile to know.

Comments

@poker

[stonehearts]

Hey, that's not fair, Doc. I remember a lecture from you when I said I understood why people kept falling asleep in your classes.

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[curingidiocy]

You were supposed to discuss plans with me instead of focusing on the quality of my voice. I don't believe I need to explain to you why commenting on a colleague's voice in such a manner is inappropriate during a meeting.

[stonehearts]

Details, Doctor. We got there in the end, didn't we? I remember it being quite the successful mission, too.

@curse

[gimu]

could you do other things?
like reading from a recipe book.
or recounting the day’s news but summarized.

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[curingidiocy]

Yes. Is there a particular recipe you'd like me to recite, or a certain section of the news you'd like to hear about?

[gimu]

now that you’ve asked i don’t actually have anything in mind on hand.

something spicy for the recipe. with crab.

@dragontales (text)

[lunarchivist]

I think this is a great idea, Doctor. Very generous of you. These lectures hold very valuable information, and...valuable distraction.

[Dan Heng is one who enjoys his solitude, but due to recent...events, as mentioned it's...silence has become rather distressing, lately. Provides room for thoughts too loud and dark.]

If it's not too much trouble, I'd like to hear some history from you. The...place or planet it's from does not matter too much. But it would be nice to think of new places to Trailblaze to someday, I think.

Audio

[curingidiocy]

[ He thinks back on what he knows about the Astral Express. A planet they have not visited before... ]

Have you heard of Melustanin? It is widely known as the planet where Idrila ascended into Aeonhood. Befitting that legacy, the planet has been described as one of undying allure.

[lunarchivist]

Melustanin...I have heard of it, but know very little; about as much as you'd just said. We've had dealings with a Knight of Beauty recently as well, so anything more you could tell me of that world would be much appreciated.

[(It sounds almost fairytale-like...good "bedtime story" material, funnily enough.)]

@Destiny

[intertwinedfates]

[Having read the message, there's only one thing Yato can respond with:]

owoicewncodddddcmeopwldsopwdeiovncewpc

zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

[Sorry, Doc, he's just messing with you.]

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[curingidiocy]

[ His voice... isn't truly that effective, is it?? —no, wait. ]



Zero points. That is a poor imitation of someone falling asleep at the keyboard—which, might I remind you, does not exist in a manner that would allow for accidental keysmashing.

[intertwinedfates]

[Oh yeah, damn futuristic technology! That would've been funnier if he'd fallen for it, though.]

Hehe, you're no fun at all, Doc. Don't I at least get a couple of points for getting you going a liiiittle bit?

[He did getcha, right? Right??]

How you holding up, anyway?

@hottie!!!!!!! slams into

[transmit]

All for free, doc? You shouldn't have.

Where's the tip jar? Ten out of ten out of ten out of ten. 💯

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[curingidiocy]

I am not offering these out of desire for some profit. Keep your money and your praise to yourself.

[transmit]

Of course not, or you'd have pay walled it to begin with.
Just trying to show my support! ♪

But it couldn't have been an easy task to put this together, especially under such short notice. Where do you find the time?

@poker

[stonehearts]

Now, now. The good doctor might have spoken too quickly. If you're inclined to lighten your digital wallet, I'll gladly take what Kryptos you're willing to spare.

[curingidiocy]

Gambler.

[transmit]

Right? Last month's incident couldn't have come cheap.
I've missed seeing the doctor around.

Just to be sure: is this a joint bank account kind of situation? Gotta do my due diligence to know where exactly my contribution will go; you know how it is.

@turtleneck

[unarm]

Wao!
You are so organised

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[curingidiocy]

Organization eases access to information and knowledge. I could hardly expect my students to be organized if I did not lead by example.

[unarm]

Of course!
And your voice is incredibly soothing--in case you wanted further confirmation

@greatvalue

[newphew]

[ hunter does not mean to broadcast this, but there is just a lil video of him sitting in his hospital bed, bandaged up and exhausted, but intently reading what ratio can easily assume is the transcripts ]

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[curingidiocy]

[ It's great to see such an eager student, and normally he would encourage Hunter's enthusiasm, but—

Well, perhaps this is his form of relaxation. Not to mention Hunter may be suffering from an inability to sleep, so it's not as if his studying is doing any harm. ]

Hunter.

[ It is not the warning tone of an irate teacher, but rather one that is concerned, but also pleased by his eagerness. ]

These lessons are more advanced than the ones I provided to you previously. If you are having trouble understanding any of the material, you may ask me any question. I will provide supplementary material to aid your understanding.

text; @tsunpo

[atonality]

Have you considered a side-job in the music industry? To hype up the mic, if you will.

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[curingidiocy]

I have no time for such frivolities.