Oh, no, magic isn't taught in actual schools. But there is no shortage of qualified personal tutors, and as Rausten's princess, I had only the best. A magic school is quite a clever idea, though... [She looks thoughtful for a moment, and then beams.] Yes, I think I shall have to bring it up with my uncle! A prestigious magic school in the heart of Rausten that will attract students from all over the continent! I'm brilliant!
[Never mind that it wasn't really her idea.]
...Now that you mention it though, all valkyries are women. I wonder why that is! There's nothing to stop a man from being one, after all. They can use Light magic and staves perfectly well, and they can ride... they just seem to prefer being sages and bishops, for some reason. [She gives a wave of her hand.] Well, no matter, they may do as they please.
[And she tilts her head, regarding Rincewind with clear bemusement.] Well, of course everyone can see magic! The fire and lightning and bright flashes of light are very hard to miss! [What a silly question.] ...But what does that have to do with death? Naturally, most people have seen it at some point, and if they haven't, they will. But that's hardly an appropriate topic for teatime.
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[Never mind that it wasn't really her idea.]
...Now that you mention it though, all valkyries are women. I wonder why that is! There's nothing to stop a man from being one, after all. They can use Light magic and staves perfectly well, and they can ride... they just seem to prefer being sages and bishops, for some reason. [She gives a wave of her hand.] Well, no matter, they may do as they please.
[And she tilts her head, regarding Rincewind with clear bemusement.] Well, of course everyone can see magic! The fire and lightning and bright flashes of light are very hard to miss! [What a silly question.] ...But what does that have to do with death? Naturally, most people have seen it at some point, and if they haven't, they will. But that's hardly an appropriate topic for teatime.