Hello Snakes! Here's a few things happening around HEX.
Slythie Pride
As I'm sure you have noticed, it's time for House elections! Be sure to check in on the threads about the hopeful prefects as we get closer to voting time! Participate by asking the nominees questions - that will be coming up soon! Help pick the best of the best who will help spread Slytherin pride and make our House fun and interactive. If you have a favorite nominee or two, then why not support them with an avvie or RB (random burst)? We have so many fantastic people, but only 6 will become prefects. Another way you can spread Slythie pride sitewide is by wearing a lovely Slythie avvie! Not sure where to find a good one? Head over to the Chamber of Secrets to find some lovely and unique avvies.
Pen Pals in Knockturn Alley
Ah yes, Knockturn Alley! One of my favorite places (if you see a girl in a Slytherin robe just wandering around Knockturn Alley for an unhealthy amount of time at Universal don't call security, I just ... I mean, uh, that girl probably just loves Knockturn Alley!) to be. Of course, you wouldn't think pen pals when thinking of Knockturn Alley, would you? It looks like that VAnishing Cabinet at Borgin & Burkes is being used from the Hogwarts side. What are the students trying to smuggle through? Go slither down to Knockturn Alley for some fun, and who knows? Maybe you'll get lucky enough to win a delicious treat or some House points!
Katie's Slytherin Spotlight: Merlin's Alcove
Merlin was one of the greatest wizards in our wonderful wizarding universe and, of course, since he was the greatest - he was in Slytherin! Here in Slytherin House, we have Merlin's Alcove where you can interact with fellow snakes, chat, go on quests, and more awesome stuff! Side Note: If you haven't yet, I suggest you watch Merlin (the show on BBC). I absolutely love it! As a geek, it is my duty to inform you about this amazing show (and to offer an opportunity to talk about it with a fellow Merlin fan!). So what are you waiting for? Your fellow snakes are waiting for you to join in the fun!
Time Travelling
Come and have fun time traveling both to the past and the future at RP Central. Have fun with friends or maybe even make a new one on your journeys! Sure, writing for school or work can be boring, but when you have the freedom, creativity, and friends, it can be fun! It's so different when you don't have to worry about super proper grammar or word count when you write about something you have interest in (or as a character you are passionate about)! I've made some of my closest HEX friends through RPing. Don't be afraid to test it out, just have fun! If you want some practice before going to the RP Central, you can always stop by the Teaching Center or stop by the Slytherin RP Central where you know you'll have fellow supportive snakes happily and ready to help you out!
Quick and Random
Want some fun easy things to do on HEX? Here are some fun little things to do!
- Send someone a rose - make someone smile by sending someone a rose with a kind/positive message! Let a friend know you are thinking about them or spice things up and send it anonymously. Make someone's day and spread some positivity!
- Visit the Welcome Center and welcome new members (and maybe even make a new friend)!
- Take a peek at the pal searching friend in the Student Hangout.
- Feed your pet(s).
- Collect your daily money (and hope you hit multiplier hour!).
- Start a thread - why not start a conversation about your favorite tv show or tell your fellow HEX users about yourself and your interests/hobbies to make new friends or maybe ask for advice. (Of course, follow all HEX Rules while posting! If you are unsure if your post is okay or if you are posting in the right place a friendly HEX staff member will always be willing to help you out).
Until I reemerge from my cave again, this is goodbye from your favorite pureblood Slytherin!
- Katie