Take him to a poetry reading at a local public house

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From: Share a Little of your Own Hobbies with the Diatomist


Best warn him that it's not about enjoying the poetry, but spectating during the 'criticism' that follows.


Challenge information

Broad, Persuasive 22

  • 16 - very chancy (43%)
  • 19 - chancy (51%)
  • 23 - modest (62%)
  • 27 - very modest (73%)
  • 30 - low-risk (81%)
  • 34 - straightforward (92%)
  • 37 - straightforward (100%)

Success

Shocked, startled and rejuvenated

[…] When he observes that the poet is taking the jeers in good heart, and responding with volleys of her own, he even joins in the cheering.

[…] his reluctance to leave is apparent. "There's a certain vitality to the chaos," he says in wondering tones.

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Failure

Just too exciting

The first thrown pint sprays the Diatomist with stale beer. He dives beneath the table […] and nothing […] will persuade him out […]

[…] "I have been trying to understand what part of that you thought I might enjoy. I can […] conclude that […] you barely know me."

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