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Adventuring Party Receiving Activity Introduction
Entry:
Entry:
Two general orientation leaders sat at tables outside of the Reed Library entrance with laptops. They scanned in each student entering the library - making sure to keep the students in groups of 5-10 per team. These students were assigned by the campus orientation organizers. Since the library activity was required, they used this to keep track of attendance. The orientation leaders asked students to fill in near the bottom of the stairs (going up to our music mezzanine). The floater helped direct groups toward the "guide" giving the event introduction.
Introduction:
Introduction:
The person giving the introduction was located on the stairs – looking down on the adventurers. They reminded students that this is a team activity. They shared that they will use their combined strengths and knowledge to complete a quest sheet by visiting various knowledge checks and encounters throughout the library. They asked each group to take one quest sheet/map per group. They also mentioned that there is no specific order that the quests that need to be completed. Encourage the students to explore and have fun. When they were finished with their quest sheets, they were told to follow the sound of the magical music floating in the air to make their way back to the final checkpoint.
The "guide," a student worker, was given the script below to work with. Lucky for us, they were a theatre student. They were free to improvise and riff.
Introduction Script:
Introduction Script:
[Scene: A grand library with a central staircase leading up to a music mezzanine. A guide stands on the platform, looking down at a group of adventurers gathered at the base of the stairs.]
[Scene: A grand library with a central staircase leading up to a music mezzanine. A guide stands on the platform, looking down at a group of adventurers gathered at the base of the stairs.]
Guide: Welcome, brave adventurers, to Reed Library [Smiles warmly] I am your guide, and I will be overseeing your journey through the vast realm of knowledge contained within these walls.
Guide: As you stand at the threshold of this great library, you embark on a team activity that will challenge your intellect, collaboration, and resourcefulness. Your task is to complete a quest sheet by navigating through various knowledge checks and encounters scattered throughout this remarkable haven of wisdom.
[Guide holds up a piece of parchment - the quest sheet - for everyone to see.]
Guide: Each group shall be entrusted with a single quest sheet and map, so choose wisely among yourselves who shall bear this important responsibility. Remember, there is no specific order in which you must tackle these quests. The library is yours to explore, and your journey should be as delightful as it is enlightening. Let your curiosity guide you and above all, have fun!
Guide: Once your group has completed the challenges and quests on your sheet, you shall be guided by the enchanting melodies of magical music that drift through the air. Let the harmonious notes be your beacon, leading you back to the final checkpoint, and a final boss encounter!!!!
Guide: A few housekeeping things, please be respectful during your adventure! Note that our restrooms are located here and to the right just before you enter the Carnahan Jackson Center. If you need anything, please ask!
Guide: Now, let the pages of this library unravel the tapestry of knowledge before you. Venture forth, my intrepid seekers, and uncover the secrets that lie hidden in the tomes and scrolls that line these shelves. Together, your combined strengths and knowledge will pave the way to triumph. May your journey be filled with discovery and camaraderie. Onward!
[End scene.]
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