[Iris Message; A bit after Kate's Message]

[promachos]

For those of you who don't know me, I'm Annabeth, Head of Cabin 6. For you new campers, that's Athena's Cabin.

Most of you should know that whenever the Hunters of Artemis are at camp, we hold Capture the Flag. Sadly, we've lost the last few times they've been here. I'd like to change that. While I'm great at battle strategy, I'd like anyone who has any other ideas on how we can win to come offer suggestions. At this point, I'd love them.

Also, should any of you be having problems with your crafts for the festival, my mom's the goddess of crafts. Cabin 6 will have no problems helping out.

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[promachos]

[Annabeth was definitely more understanding about things like this.]

Really? That's amazing! Why haven't you mentioned it before?

[wokethedragon]

[It was always difficult deciding how to explain it lightly to outsiders, especially ones who thought it was such a valuable talent. Dany would be inclined to agree with them, of course, but due to the beliefs of her brothers and sisters about those with the gift, as well as the common cry of madness from her mother's side of the family...sometimes it was hard to see it that way.]

There are those in my cabin who think it is more of a curse than a gift.

[promachos]

If you don't mind me asking, why?

[wokethedragon]

Well, you see...

[It was a long story, honestly, and Daenerys didn't really want to trouble Annabeth with all the details. The girl had been at camp for so long, she was surprised she hadn't heard of it before.]

The child who was blessed before me caused great destruction with their powers. He started the Great Fire of London, though...we're not sure if it was accidental or on purpose.

[promachos]

We all have our problems. A Hades kid started World War II. Things happen, Dany.

[She says it like things happen every day, and frankly, they do.] It's how you use your gifts. You're a good person, and I know you'd use your gifts for good.

[wokethedragon]

I'm well aware of that.

[She nods to the elder girl, looking down at the floor.]

I think I may be able to use my flame offensively, but not in a way that will get out of hand. I've been practicing.

[And as an example, she holds out her hand, concentrates, and creates a small flame, almost like candlelight, in the middle of her palm.]