Thomas walked from class to class today with his group of friends as he did every day. They had gotten back from their work study just the other day and were able to pawn off the written portion to a group of mages who fancied themselves future scholars.
He promised to help them find positions in a noble court after graduation if they did so and the better the score they got him, the better the position he would grant them. Many different people were given this promise, but only the talented among them would be given anything of import.
"Lord Kirby, what do you think of this year's first years? We have seen a number of their practical lessons. Anyone stand out?" Thomas asked one of his friends.