The Ways of the Weyr
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Writers: Heather
Date Posted: 30th June 2024
Characters: K'lvin
Description: K'lvin instructs the Weyrlings on Weyr sexuality.
Location: Barrier Lake Weyr
Date: month 13, day 17 of Turn 11
Notes: Mentioned: J'nic
The class on sexuality was always an interesting one, but this time K'lvin had needed to rearrange and reword a few talking points. The current Barrier Lake Weyrling crop was a varied group and he had no doubt there would be a full spectrum of emotions and thoughts on today's lesson.
"Good morning class," he said as the Weyrlings filed in. For this lesson, their dragons had been left behind, sufficiently fed and now sleeping in the barracks.
The group of teenagers looked rather ragged. A fortnight and a few odd days of dragon care, Weyrling classes, and chores had certainly caught up to them.
"Today I'm going to talk to you about sexuality and what that means here in the Weyr." This automatically caused the group to perk up. Young people always liked talking about sex.
"Now, you may be wondering why this is a part of Weyrling training. I'm giving today's lecture because we have Candidates that come from all walks of life - Weyrs, halls, holds, even holdless - we've all had different experiences. This lecture is aimed at helping everyone understand the common expectations and etiquette expected of those living at the Weyr."
K'lvin circled around the desk at the front of the classroom and leaned against it while crossing his arms.
"If you're weyrbred then you likely have a good understanding already of what sexuality is like in the Weyr, but I'm hoping today's lecture reinforces the need for you to be kind, patient, and tolerant of those who are _learning_ about the Weyr. In the same way that your dragon didn't turn into a full-fledged adult overnight, weyrbred folk cannot expect others to adapt in a flash," he said with a snap of his fingers.
"Conversely, if you're not from the Weyr, you will be asked to learn, adapt, and grow. No one is asking you to change overnight or go back home and tell your family their thoughts and ideas are wrong. We're asking you to adapt to a new way of living. Despite differences, the one thing we can all do, weybred or not, is show kindness and respect to each other.
Now, let's start with the basics. Unlike the Holds, or more conservative areas, the Weyr does not care who you sleep with, as long as it's not family - don't make it weird," he cautioned with a grin and a bit of levity. "You may be a male who has no desire to have romantic relations with another male, that's fine. What is not fine, is treating men who do differently. The same goes for females. You may be a girl who likes other girls, that's fine. But if that's _not_ you, then you're still expected to treat those who do with kindness and respect. Beyond sex, the people in this room and at this Weyr are your _wingmates_. You will depend on each other, and the other dragonriders at Barrier Lake, to have your back in Threadfall when the slightest mistake can mean your life."
K'lvin paused to let all of that sink in.
"Now, let's get to the part that everyone always likes the best - who is going to sleep with whom. If you ride a male dragon, in all likelihood, you will catch a female dragon at some point in your life." Here he saw some of the Weyrlings digging elbows into their buddies' ribs. "This will facilitate a sexual experience between you and the rider of the female dragon, whether that is a woman or a man. Your personal preferences don't come into play when it's a mating flight. The dragons will take care of all lust and desire for you.
Conversely, if you ride a green dragon, your green will rise quarterly, which will facilitate a sexual experience between you and the winner of the flight. That person may be a man," here his eyes strayed to Casmari, "or, once Sebiath is matured, a woman. Regardless, proper etiquette and decorum is expected post-flight."
K'lvin had debated on including Casmari so directly as an example, but he felt he couldn't leave the possibility of her Sebiath winning a green flight out.
"If you are from a conservative place where same-sex relationships are unusual, or considered bad, just know that the Weyr does not uphold and will not tolerate that kind of thinking. Now," he held up his hands, "clearly, I can't control what you think, but outwardly, your behavior toward your fellow Weyrfolk should be above reproach.
As your dragons age, we will talk more in-depth about mating flights, the entire experience of it, and the proper etiquette involved in the post-flight setting. Until then, keep all thoughts and worries about that shielded from your dragonet.
If you have any questions, you may stay behind and ask me. Otherwise, you are dismissed. You have half an hour before your next class with Weyrlingmaster J'nic, so use your break wisely."
K'lvin watched as the bulk of the class headed out, the talk and chatter between them excited and animated. As he had expected, there were a few who had stayed behind to ask questions.
"N'ryl? What can I do for you?" he asked as the blue Weyrling approached his desk.
Last updated on the July 2nd 2024