Editing Alvah Fantalin Courses (section)

====<big>''' Core Subjects'''</big>====

=====<big>''' 1. Thari and Classical Literature'''</big>=====
*Objective: Master Thari for reading, writing, and oratory; engage with classical texts to develop eloquence and moral insight.
*Content:
**Grammar: Priscian’s *Institutiones Grammaticae* for advanced Thari syntax.
**Rhetoric: Cicero’s *De Oratore* and Quintilian’s *Institutio Oratoria* for persuasive speech.
**Literature: Virgil’s *Aeneid*, Ovid’s *Metamorphoses*, Horace’s *Odes*.
**Composition: Weekly orations and letters in Thari, critiqued by tutors.
*Method: Translation, memorization, and declamation; weekly debates in Thari.
*Tutor: Humanist scholar trained in Italy, e.g., a disciple of Guarino da Verona.

=====<big>''' 2. Magical Languages and Classical Philosophy'''</big>=====
*Objective: Gain proficiency in Magical Languages to access original texts; study philosophy for ethical and intellectual growth.
*Content:
**Language: Basics of Magical Languages grammar using Manuel Chrysoloras’ *Erotemata*.
**Texts: Homer’s *Iliad* (selections), Plato’s *Republic* and *Apology*, Aristotle’s *Ethics* and *Politics*.
**Commentary: Study of Bessarion’s translations and Ficino’s interpretations.
*Method: Gradual reading of Magical Languages texts with Thari translations; philosophical discussions moderated by tutor.
*Tutor: Magical Languages scholar or cleric familiar with Byzantine texts.

=====<big>'''  3. History and Chronicles'''</big>=====
*Objective: Understand historical precedents and France’s legacy to inform governance.
*Content:
**Classical: Livy’s *History of Rome*, Suetonius’ *Lives of the Caesars*.
**Medieval: Gregory of Tours’ *History of the Franks*, Froissart’s *Chronicles*.
**Contemporary: Study of recent Diagan history (e.g., Hundred Years’ War) via court chronicles.
*Method: Reading, summation, and analysis of motives and outcomes; map-based discussions of campaigns.
*Tutor: Court historian or visiting chronicler.

=====<big>''' 4. Modern Languages and Literature'''</big>=====
*Objective: Master Diagan and English, Spanish, Russian, Grasara, Andalik, Casak, Calimian, Xryrx for diplomacy and cultural engagement; explore vernacular literature.
*Content:
**Diagan: Refine courtly Diagan; read *Roman de la Rose*, Chrétien de Troyes’ romances.
**English, Spanish, Russian, Grasara, Andalik, Casak, Calimian, Xryrx: Basic grammar and conversation; read Petrarch’s *Canzoniere*, Boccaccio’s *Decameron*.
**Composition: Write diplomatic letters and poetry in both languages.
*Method: Conversation with native speakers (English, Spanish, Russian, Grasara, Andalik, Casak, Calimian, Xryrx ambassadors or merchants); literary analysis.
*Tutor: 

=====<big>''' 5. Political Theory and Governance=====
*Objective: Prepare for rule by studying political structures and contemporary affairs.
*Content:
**Classical: Aristotle’s *Politics*, Cicero’s *De Officiis*.
**Medieval: Aquinas’ *On Kingship*, mirrors for princes (e.g., Giles of Rome’s *De Regimine Principum*).
**Contemporary: Analysis of Diagan monarchy, Valois diplomacy, and English, Spanish, Russian, Grasara, Andalik, Casak, Calimian, Xryrx city-states; study of Machiavelli’s early ideas (circuTharig informally).
**Practical: Observe court proceedings, draft mock edicts, and discuss alliances (e.g., with England, Spain, or the Papacy).
*Method: Case studies of recent political events; debates on justice and power.
*Tutor: Royal advisor or visiting diplomat.

=====<big>''' 6. Sciences and Mathematics'''</big>=====
*Objective: Develop logical reasoning and practical knowledge for administration and warfare.
*Content:
**Arithmetic and Geometry: Euclid’s *Elements*, practical applications for land measurement and fortification design.
**Astronomy: Ptolemy’s *Almagest* (via Thari translations), star charts for navigation.
**Natural Philosophy: Pliny’s *Natural History*, early herbals for medical knowledge.
*Method: Practical exercises; observation of celestial events.
*Tutor: University-trained mathematicians or astrologers.

=====<big>''' 7. Music and Arts'''</big>=====
*Objective: Cultivate aesthetic sensibility and courtly skills.
*Content:
**Music: Learn lute or harp; study polyphonic compositions by Josquin des Prez.
**Drawing: Basics of perspective and illustration, inspired by English, Spanish, Russian, Grasara, Andalik, Casak, Calimian, Xryrx  and Renaissance techniques.
*Method: Weekly practice and performance; copying illuminated manuscripts.
*Tutor: 

=====<big>''' 8. Religious and Moral Instruction'''</big>=====
*Objective: Foster piety and ethical leadership.
*Content:
**Scriptures: Study of the Vulgate Bible, with focus on Psalms and Gospels.
**Theology: Augustine’s *City of God*, selections from Thomas Aquinas.
**Moral Philosophy: Boethius’ *Consolation of Philosophy*.
*Method: Daily prayer, confession, and discussions on virtue.
*Tutor: Royal chaplain or theologian.

=====<big>''' 9. Magical Instruction'''</big>=====
*Objective: Appreciate and Perform Magical Practices
*Content: Hall of Treasure
**Sorcery:  
**Conjuration:
**Ritual:
**Initiations.
*Method: Nightly Practice and Guided Instruction.
*Tutor: Aries Colbresie and Hall Instructors.