While the Candidate Master will still be assigning chores, ensuring that candidates are in their beds (or otherwise accounted for) at lights-out, and handling any disciplinary matters, it is the Weyrlingmaster who determines who can or cannot enter the Sands for a Touching or Hatching. Only the Weyrleader or the Goldrider of the clutch can overrule them, though this is an exceptionally rare case.

Weyrlingmasters may have different 'house rules' and policies about what they will or will not accept in their classes, and what one might accept another may not stand. Any additional requirements a Weyrlingmaster may have are announced to Candidates shortly after the clutch is laid. Information about the different Weyrlingmasters and their requirements can be found HERE.

Weyr-wide Pre-Impression requirements are as follows, and will be updated as required. If a Candidate has not fulfilled these requirements by the time the class is to take part in the Touching, the Weyrlingmaster has full permission of the Weyrleaders to bar them from the Sands.

• No virgins, of either gender, over the age of 17.
• Homosexual experimenting is heavily encouraged among male candidates.

These requirements are unavoidable for all candidates that wish to stand for fighting dragons. Gold candidates are given a little more freedom - they are usually only required to lose their virginity before being accepted onto the Sands for the Hatching.

Our weyrlings are educated a little differently on Second Pass than they are in a lot of other sandboxes. The main difference one will find when viewing Second Pass and their classes will be that each and every class has its own Weyrlingmaster.

A Weyrlingmaster will follow his entire class from the moment of Impression through to their graduation, before taking on another class if they so desire, or taking some time off to rejoin the Wings. The Weyrlingmasters report to the Weyrleader, though there may be a Senior Weyrlingmaster who serves as a single point of contact and general guide for younger Weyrleaders.

In addition, each Weyrlingmaster has multiple weyrling assistants at their disposal to help keep an eye on the class and to provide assistance with lessons as required. In the early months most of their time is spent fetching oil and food for exhausted weyrlings and making sure they do not wander too far. They still keep watch over the class as they grow older and more independent, but are less likely to constantly hover unless directed to for individual troublemakers.

For the first several months of their dragons’ lives, weyrlings live grouped with their class in the Weyrling Barracks. The barracks is a series of large open caverns with slabs of stone couches for dragons lining the walls, each with a futon and chest arranged for their riders. Older weyrling classes stay at the front of the barracks near the entrance to the Bowl where there is more room for the larger dragons. Classes are not separated by gender though a few individual rooms are usually set aside for gold weyrlings these tend to serve as storage when not otherwise occupied. Curtains are provided for some semblance of privacy. Weyrlings also have a common area furnished with chairs, couches, and small tables. At least one common area will have a small stove to provide additional heat, and supplies to make klah or coffee. Weyrlngmasters and assistants will also frequently stock snacks in this area.

There are attached bathing rooms and latrines so that weyrlings do not have to leave the barracks, a latrine is also supplied to dragonets, usually with its own exit for handling cleaning and waste disposal by a dragonrider. The entrances also have alcoves carved into the sides for either weyrlingmaster assistants or trusted dragonriders to keep watch and try to prevent sneaking out or in. These alcoves frequently have a chair and small desk so that assistants can handle any paperwork at the same time or prepare for lessons. Lectures and written examinations usually happen in the classrooms attached to the barracks, though some teachers may choose to hold those lessons outside in the Bowl if the weather is suitable.

The weyrlingmaster and the weyrling assistants have private weyrs attached to the barracks that serve as their personal quarters and offices. They will live with the weyrlings until they have all been assigned their own private weyrs, at which point the Weyrlingmaster and assistant may return to their own weyrs as well.

Telgar's Weyrling Barracks:

We employ a variety of rules depending on the time frame of the Weyrlinghood the pair are currently within. These rules are generally enforced via dragon's mind-reading and grumpy Weyrlingmasters. In Character rule breaking will, of course, result in In Character consequences. You are, however, encouraged to cause mischief. Please talk to the Player of your Weyrlingmaster if they have one, or speak to a member of the Team if your Weyrlingmaster is an NPC.

Rules carry on through the following months until they are noted as being lifted.

The Weyrlingmaster has been there, done that, and knows what he is talking about. As a result, weyrlings are expected to show a little respect, shut their mouths, and listen to what he has to say. His dragon will be more than capable of reading their minds, and will likely do so with little to no knowledge of the weyrling - or his dragon - when needed. Weyrlings should be prepared for their Weyrlingmaster to know exactly what is going on, at all times, regardless of whether he is present or not. This covers all instances, such as attempting something not yet covered in training (flight, between, etc) through to simply being disrespectful - as well as everything and anything else.

Weyrlings are expected to remain within the Weyr at all times no matter how old or experienced they are unless express permission is granted by the Weyrlingmaster or a class is taken outside of the Weyr for a drill, lesson, or field trip.

Drug usage is severely frowned upon, particularly when used by dragonriders. Weyrling usage of drugs is heavily monitored, to be no more than those which are allowed by a healer for medical reasons. All individuals are expected to sober up during their candidacy time, and obtaining drugs post Impression is nigh impossible for most weyrlings. Those suffering withdrawal symptoms are handled delicately by the Healer team on a case by case basis.

Alcohol is expected to be removed from the diet of weyrlings for the duration of the first 3 to 4 months after Impression. After that initial period, alcohol may once more be consumed, though weyrlings are expected to be understanding of their dragonet, and receptive to the young dragon's limits. Those who are unable to monitor their own usage will have their right to drink removed by their Weyrlingmaster on a case by case basis.

Intimacy between a weyrling and a fellow weyrling, or a weyrling and anyone else is strictly prohibited for the first 2-3 months. Masturbation during this time frame is also frowned upon, and those with strong sex drives are encouraged to take inhibiting drugs from the Healers to assist with their control. Weyrlings who happen to already be mated or have children are advised to take great care when trying to explain or even think about their relationships, especially while their dragons are very young and may not understand their bonded’s ability to share their affections and devotion with others. Some dragons are more possessive or insecure than others and this will vary on a case by case basis. Weyrlingmasters provide additional support for these matters on a case by case basis.

After the first 2-3 month period - depending on individual dragonets - sexual activities may be added to the weyrlings life once more, though their choice in partners is mildly monitored. Weyrlings are allowed to sleep with other weyrlings who have been cleared for intimacy and candidates. Some dragonets may take even longer to warm up to the idea of intimacy, and will be cleared on a case by case basis by the weyrlingmaster.

After the ten month period, most dragonets are chasing or being chased, and sexual activity will no longer be monitored at all.

Punishments for rule breaking and misbehavior are handed out by the Weyrlingmaster depending on the offense and severity. These punishments may include but are not limited to:

• Additional chores added to list
• Additional exercises
• Additional lectures
• Writing reflection essays
• Writing independent study essays
• Being made to assist with lessons
• Repeating lessons
• Loss of privileges (free time, rest days, allowances, etc)
• Transfer to a younger weyrling class
• Grounding
• Seclusion
• Confinement to the quarters
• Loss of personal Weyr
• Failure to graduate

From the moment of Impression, to the moment they graduate, those youngsters that Impress at a Hatching are required to undergo twelve months of Weyrling Training. These are a series of classes designed to educate the young pair - human and dragon both - on what it means to be a dragonrider and how best to take care of one another, among other things. Weyrling Training can - and usually will - consist of everything from lectures, note taking, 'homework' tasks, and practical classes that range from coordination building games through learning how to fly and travel between. Topics are frequently repeated and reviewed in following months to ensure retention and understanding.

It is absolutely required that every Weyrling attend their classes, as a full education is required before they can graduate, and only those that are considered worthy of such are 'tapped' into a Wing - not every dragonrider becomes a wing rider! Additional classes are made available for those that are unlikely to be wingrider quality, and these riders usually serve as sentries, messengers, or taxis. These surplus riders may be assigned to a Hold to perform those duties as well depending on any arrangements made between the Weyrleader and the Hold’s Lord.

Additional advanced classes for Searchriding and dragonhealing are available after graduation for those who show aptitude and interest in those fields.

Contrary to a lot of Pern sites, it should be noted that Second Pass does not adhere to a strict schedule for the Weyrlings. Instead, Weyrlings, much like everyone else within the Weyr, have a basic daily list of duties that they are expected to undergo, but otherwise their day is generally their own to do as they please within the following structure:

• At no time will a weyrling be allowed to go anywhere without the weyrlingmaster or an assistant present aside from a quick trip to the toilet or bath.
• The Weyrlingmaster and assistants will be a constant vigilant presence, working in shifts to ensure that there is always someone awake to keep an eye on and help the class.
• Dragonets should be fed, oiled, and bathed as often as required and demanded by the dragonet. The Weyrlingmaster and assistants will monitor for signs that a dragonet is gorging itself in an unhealthy manner.
• Nap! The first month is exhausting with the first week worst of all as Weyrlings adjust to the impact their mates have on their minds. Especially during the first month, Weyrlings are encouraged to nap whenever they wish, and the weyrling assistants will handle any odd hour mealtime needs.
• Due to the constant napping, lessons during this time are conducted on a more personal basis as weyrlings are awake, and are frequently repeated. During the second month, the weyrlingmaster and assistants begin to help the weyrlings adjust their dragonets to a more regular sleep schedule.

• While they may not be constantly shadowed by an assistant, Jr Weyrlings are expected to remain with their classmates. Weyrlings may split up into groups for occasional leisure activities such as a walk around the bowl or visit to the lake, but they must keep the Weyrlingmaster or assistants informed of their plans at all times. Friends and family are welcome to visit in the Bowl just outside of the barracks.
• The Weyrlingmaster should be greeted every morning for general assessment of the dragonet to assist with preventing avoidable issues in the dragonet’s development. The exact time frame will depend on the Weyrlingmaster in question; some are up before the sun, some are most certainly not.
• Dragonets should be fed and oiled. Bathing should be done at least every other day during the process of their major growth, though it is not 100% required. It will vary from dragonet to dragonet.
• All scheduled classes must be attended, and any assignments completed prior to the date set by their Weyrlingmaster.
• Any assigned chores must be completed except on rest days.
• All Weyrlings should be back within their Barracks by a respectable hour, as deemed by their Weyrlingmaster.

• The Weyrlingmaster should be greeted every morning for continued assessment of the dragon’s growth and development.
• Dragons should be oiled and bathed as required.
• Weyrlings are expected to adhere to an exercise regimen to ensure their continued fitness.
• All scheduled classes and drills must be attended, and any assignments completed.

Weyrlingmasters have control of their own course material and schedule their lessons according to personal preference and teaching style. OOCly, lessons are roughly outlined within this page for each month, but are allowed to be altered as befits the Weyrlingmaster in question, within reason. Topics are frequently repeated and reviewed in following months to ensure retention and understanding. Some Weyrlingmasters are stricter, with several classes within a week. Other Weyrlingmasters are more relaxed, with fewer scheduled classes and more ‘homework’ assigned tasks.

Private tutoring can be given to any Weyrling, at any time, either by their Weyrlingmaster, an Assistant, or an approved Dragonrider.

If a PC Weyrlingmaster is not assigned to a clutch, assume they teach three (3) lessons a week, for a 3-4 hour session.

• Bathing at least once a day
• Oiling almost constantly
• Feeding dragonet; generally 5-9 small meals between sleeping
• Showing off the dragonet to their friends, family and the Weyr at large
• Napping constantly, both human and dragonet
• Dragonets speak loudly, lacking ‘volume control’ – the ability to direct their voice solely to a single recipient. As a result, approximately 85% of the population will be able to hear them, without trying to; more mature weyrlings and adult dragons have to actively work to ignore the babies.
• Humans speak out loud to their bonded, though the dragonet can easily (though without any control) read their partner’s mind.

• Basic information that should have been learned as a Candidate
• Basic Dragon Care: feeding and hygiene
• Bonding with new dragon: are you itchy or is it the dragon?
• Dragon Anatomy: on a one-on-one level as the Weyrlingmaster looks over each dragonet individually.
• Oiling; facts and fiction

• The Hatching itself
• Introducing friends and family to the dragonet
• New weyrling’s reaction to their new baby
• The hatching party
• Attempts to fight naptime

• More bathing, oiling, and feeding the dragonet.
• Dragonets are eating very small meals, 5-9 times a day.
• Newly bonded humans are encouraged to sleep at any opportunity as the exhaustion continues to hit them.
• Dragonets still have no volume control.
• Lessons happen on an individual or small group basis as weyrlings happen to be awake.
• Weyrlings are encouraged to get to know their classmates while they bond with their dragons.

• Dragon First Aid: what you can handle yourself and when to call a healer
• Continuing dragon care lessons
• Dragon Bonding: keeping track of your own thoughts, understanding how your dragon feels. Sharing and separating sensations, searching for itchy spots.

• Feeding, oiling, bathing time
• Getting to know classmates
• Getting used to their new situation
• Dragonets saying embarrassing things far too loudly
• Nighttime shenanigans from dragonets

• Dragonets develop a firmer grasp of night sleeping and daytime awareness, by the end of the month most will be sleeping through the entire night and settling into regular sleep patterns.
• Dragonets begin to develop volume control, but strong emotions still cause them to become loud and easily heard by other nearby humans.
• Dragonets are eating 4-5 times a day.
• Chores are assigned.
• Dragons with particularly strong instincts will begin to experiment with flying towards the end of this month
• Intimacy restrictions may be lifted on an individual basis per the Weyrlingmaster’s discretion.

• Dragon bonding: handling emotions and improving communication. Learning how to mind speak and stop talking aloud.
• Swimming for dragon and rider fitness.
• Establishing a fitness routine for both dragons and riders.
• Shoulder knots: how to recognize and make them.
• Color hierarchy and expectations.

• Swimming, jogging, or other exercises with classmates
• Trying to find some alone time away from the dragonet
• Mind speak practice and terrible failures.
• For those approved by the weyrlingmaster, getting to partake in intimacy for the first time since Impression.
• For those not approved by the weyrlingmaster, being jealous of those who are.

• Dragonets are actively encouraged to explore and invest in flight, they are given a play area with safe jumping off points.
• Bonding Exercises, such as blindfolding, hide and seek, 'telephone' whisper games help with mind speaking, trust, and general development of a strong bond.
• Dragonets are eating 3 meals a day - breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• The importance of oil is emphasized to handle the needs of rapidly growing dragonets.
• Riders are reminded to keep up with their fitness routines.
• Dragonets are required to swim at least once a day.

• Dragon bonding: Shared sight and how not to puke.
• Controlling your dragon: dealing with conflicts and soothing emotions
• Pony Rides: for dragons at least 6ft tall, all rides are bareback. Those whose dragons are too small will practice on the Weyrlingmaster and Assistants’ dragons. Practice mounting, dismounting, and keeping balance on a walking dragon. Smaller dragons may be permitted depending on the Weyrlingmaster.
• More on color hierarchy: expected roles and ranking opportunities.
• Spending time away from the dragonet: it’s okay to have some “you” time.

• Pony rides!
• Practice being apart from dragonet and potential reactions (possibly tantrums) that may result.
• More bonding games with classmates.
• Potential to be approved for intimacy by the weyrlingmaster if they weren’t already.
• Potential conflicts with classmates

• Dragonets have 2 meals a day, morning and evening.
• As dragonets begin flying more and start taking their initial forays into hunting, minor injuries such as sprains and strains can occur.
• Socializing with classmates is encouraged, bonding games with groups like hide and seek are encouraged.
• Moderate amounts of alcohol are allowed.
• Dragonets become more independent and willing to entertain themselves while their riders are in lectures.

• Dragon hunting: demonstrations and supervision provided by the weyrlingmaster and assistants’ dragons.
• How to make bare minimum straps that won’t get you killed
• Basic geography and how to read maps
• Getting comfortable while riding your dragon, learning how to perform basic maneuvers like standing or turning around while the dragon is on the move.
• Learning to recognize fatigue in dragons, both your own and others.

• Dragonet’s first hunt.
• Dragonet’s first hunting injury.
• More bonding time with dragon.
• Getting to indulge in a drink for the first time since Impression and celebrating with some classmates.

• Daily flying is mandatory for dragonets
• Preparing to leave the barracks as they review personal weyr options.
• Dragonets are required to wear their riding straps for a couple of hours a day.
• Riding straps are continuously adjusted to get the weyrling pairs used to them.
• Pony rides are conducted every day, mounted flying is still prohibited.
• Dragonets should be self sufficient for hunting, and eating one meal a day at most.

• Are you sure those straps are good enough? How to evaluate and maintain riding straps, including ones made by others.
• Mounted ground drills and maneuvers, learning to be mindful of surroundings
• Local geography and landmark identification.

• Anticipation of moving out of the barracks.
• Excitement or disappointment in weyr options.
• Potential escalating conflicts with classmates as space becomes quite tight in the barracks.

• Bronze and Gold weyrlings are observed for any potential leadership qualities and are encouraged to take active roles in lessons and group activities.
• Weyrlings move out of the barracks and into their assigned personal weyrs.
• Daily pony rides continue, and games are encouraged in free time to encourage practice.
• Dragons are eating one meal every other day.
• Weyrlings are encouraged to keep each other accountable for daily exercise routines.

• Ground based mounted team games to teach coordination and also throwing things back and forth from dragon back.
• Flying theory: discussions on how dragons fly and what to expect
• Cartography: how to update and make your own maps

• House-warming parties.
• Potential rule breaking from weyrlings who suddenly feel like they’re no longer being watched.
• Punishments for rule breaking.
• Anticipation of upcoming mounted flying lessons.
• Dragons becoming more assertive.

• Mounted flights begin, all flights must be supervised.
• Weyrlings are encouraged to socialize with the rest of the Weyr again.
• Daily solo flying requirements for dragons increase to help build stamina and strength.
• Naps return as dragons adjust to the more rigorous flying lessons.

• Beginning Mounted Flying lessons: First supervised flights. Focus on gliding from elevated heights and controlling descent with a rider. Landings will be slowly perfected.
• Recognizing landmarks and features from above
• Lectures on weather and adverse flying conditions.

• First flight on your own dragon.
• Getting to spend more time with old friends.
• Interacting with older dragonriders and their dragons.
• Being tempted into shenanigans

• All intimacy restrictions are lifted.
• Greens may start having Flights and Blues may begin to give chase
• Weyrlings are allowed to have unsupervised flights. They are still restricted to the Weyr unless taken on a field trip or explicitly allowed to by the weyrlingmaster.

• Intermediate mounted flying lessons: takeoffs and basic maneuvering
• Communication Practice: Accurately describing locations to teammates.
• Practice flying in adverse conditions when able.
• The Dragons and the Bees: classes about Flights are split up with greens and golds in one class and the male dragons in another. This lesson is usually done either at the beginning of the month or as soon as anyone notices a green is potentially turning proddy.
• Recognizing and managing proddy dragons; preparing for Flight and restricting gorging; what a green and gold rider can expect; good and bad flights, how to cope with the bad ones and when to call for a healer.
• Preparations and considerations when your dragon is planning to chase; flight lust and what happens when your dragon loses; post flight etiquette; assisting an injured greenrider; remember, your behavior in a flight is not indicative of who you normally are and flightlust may linger.

• Anticipation or anxiety for first Flights.
• Weyrlings who had not already been approved for intimacy rejoice! (unless your dragon is really that needy, then that’s an opportunity all its own)
• First Flight, or aftermath of a dragon’s first chase.
• Conversations with older riders to try and hear about their own personal experiences with Flights.

• The odds of a green Rising increase though it will entirely depend on the individual dragon. Early blooming Browns and Bronzes may begin to chase.
• Reviews happen more frequently to ensure weyrlings are not falling behind in either skills or knowledge.
• Added tutoring and guest lecturers are brought in to discuss other topics of interest.

• Advanced Flight Lessons: Basic formations and drills in the sky, how not to crash into your team.
• More ground drills for formation reviews
• Lectures and preparation for Between, reviewing and memorizing local landmarks.
• Riding leathers: just how cold is it in the void? Other practical considerations for rider and passenger equipment.
• Aerial Emergencies: things that can go wrong in the sky, and what riders can do

• First Flight, or aftermath of a dragon’s first chase.
• Anticipation of the first trip between coming up.
• Dealing with fears and anxiety.
• Dragons trying to show off their flying skills.
• Concerns about falling behind in class.

• Any male dragon may begin chasing in Flights.
• A Gold may possibly Rise though it is not common or expected to occur before a goldpair has graduated.
• Weyrlings are encouraged to start thinking about any potential rank aspirations and other goals they may have.
• First trips between begin. Unsupervised trips between are forbidden.

• Advanced Flight: Tighter formations and the introduction of mounted games while in the air.
• Navigation: more practical application for maps
• Introductory Between training: the first jump is always back to the Weyr after the class flies out. Other nearby locations may be added for practice within the first month depending on the weyrlingmaster’s confidence in the class. Weyrlings practice with jumps to locations they can physically fly to in one trip.
• Trust Falls: practice catching falling riders while over the lake from low altitude.

• How much your character hates/loves the trust fall exercise.
• Reaction to the first jump between
• Reaction to any potential accidents or deaths within the class or to hearing stories from other classes.
• Hearing or spreading rumors and ghost stories about Between.
• Being pestered by a weyrlingmaster who wants to know what your goals are.

• Some weyrlings may find themselves assigned with added supplemental history reading assignments.
• With graduation so close, weyrlings may begin to submit transfer requests to other Weyrs.
• More supervised field trips across the Northern Continent are taken to help expose the weyrlings to even more weather conditions and environments.
• For some weyrlings this may result in them traveling further than they ever have before.

• Continued Between training: sharing locations between dragons, traveling to the other Weyrs, and to some Major Holds.
• Threadfall lectures, discussions about firestone and flaming. This is all theory currently since wings have not been created and Thread is not currently falling.
• More team based games and competitions to encourage flying skills and practice
• Optional classes about ranks and advancement within the Weyr.
• Climate and weather patterns across Pern

• Weyrlings marveling at the farthest jump between they’ve managed to do so far.
• Exploring a new place as part of a field trip.
• Getting caught in bad weather.
• Discussions about thread and how it is or is not relevant.
• Tempers flaring from being so close and yet so far to graduation.
• Anticipation of transferring.

• An exhaustive amount of review in preparation for graduation.
• More drill practice.
• For some weyrlings, their first trip to the Southern Continent.
• Most weyrlings are just excited to have the class finish soon.

• More between training, practicing new locations along with Katila.
• Formation practice and aerial drills.
• Review of threadfall lectures and protocol.
• Continued discussions about Ranks within the Weyr, and discussions of more specialized topics such as searchriding and dragonhealing and how interested riders can pursue those jobs after graduation.
• Reviews of Weyr protocols and expectations, discussions on etiquette for interacting with Hold and Hallfolk.

• Unofficial farewell parties for classmates who will be transferring out after graduation.
• Trying to make future plans or being unable to decide what to do.
• Last. Minute. Mischief.