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Email to Members of Squad Two
To: Angel, Anthem, Husk, Incubus, Quicksilver, Serenity, Sunspot
CC: Professor Charles Xavier, Mr. Erik Lensherr
From: Sage
Subject: Focused Powers Training
Good evening.
As you are all aware, the division of the student body into training squads and the activation of the Danger Gym represent a new phase in the faculty's efforts to assist us in refining our powers. For many, simply having a place to explore the more destructive or conspicuously supernormal aspects of these powers is sufficient. For others, access to an experienced mentor with similar gifts is the principal requirement for effective practical development. However, there are those with unique needs, needs which can be satisfied by neither of these options.
Our squad-mate, Incubus, requires minds to work with in order to explore and advance his gifts. Obviously, holograms and cardboard targets are not adequate to this purpose. Therefore, I am requesting volunteers for supervised, regular training sessions. I offer myself for this purpose, as well; however, as my brain functions atypically compared to the human norm, it is not likely that I constitute a suitable subject for what is intended to be a general-purpose regimen.
As we will be responsible for each other's safety in the field, I have elected to present this request to the squad for initial consideration. I realize that the prospect may not be personally appealing for many of you, but it is crucial to the future efficacy of our team in the field that Incubus be as highly trained and knowledgeable in the use of his abilities as those of us with less invasive enhancements.
I thank you all for your time.
Regards,
Sage
CC: Professor Charles Xavier, Mr. Erik Lensherr
From: Sage
Subject: Focused Powers Training
Good evening.
As you are all aware, the division of the student body into training squads and the activation of the Danger Gym represent a new phase in the faculty's efforts to assist us in refining our powers. For many, simply having a place to explore the more destructive or conspicuously supernormal aspects of these powers is sufficient. For others, access to an experienced mentor with similar gifts is the principal requirement for effective practical development. However, there are those with unique needs, needs which can be satisfied by neither of these options.
Our squad-mate, Incubus, requires minds to work with in order to explore and advance his gifts. Obviously, holograms and cardboard targets are not adequate to this purpose. Therefore, I am requesting volunteers for supervised, regular training sessions. I offer myself for this purpose, as well; however, as my brain functions atypically compared to the human norm, it is not likely that I constitute a suitable subject for what is intended to be a general-purpose regimen.
As we will be responsible for each other's safety in the field, I have elected to present this request to the squad for initial consideration. I realize that the prospect may not be personally appealing for many of you, but it is crucial to the future efficacy of our team in the field that Incubus be as highly trained and knowledgeable in the use of his abilities as those of us with less invasive enhancements.
I thank you all for your time.
Regards,
Sage
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From: Sage
Subject: re: Focused Powers Training
The point is not entirely moot. It is simply a matter of recognizing that any work Incubus does with you will necessarily be an effort to learn how his abilities affect unusual thought patterns, brain chemistry, etc. The utility of such an exercise is possibly quite limited, but not at all without value.
And yes, definition of parameters is critical for all sides. The level of trust required is a daunting obstacle. But I remain convinced that, as a squad, it advances our common interest to make some attempt at accommodation.
- Tessa
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From: Quicksilver
Subject: re: Focused Powers Training
Then if you guys get desperate, we'll talk. Like I say, I can be convinced.
And that last thing you said is exactly the reason why.
-P