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Anakin was not exactly fine with what had happened in the latter part of last week, which was why today's Danger Room looked like the interior of a refugee freighter. Padmé had been weighing heavily on his mind

"One of the most important aspects of infiltration is the ability to blend in and not be noticed," he said as he walked through the crowded space. "And one of the most obvious ways to do that is through the use of clothing." He swept his hands out. "We will start simply. This is a refugee freighter, an inexpensive and slow way to move around my galaxy. Here you would find beings from many species and systems, none of them particularly wealthy."

He pointed to one of the doors. "Behind that doorway you will find a very large supply of clothing, and a computer that links to a database full of the planets in my galaxy. You have fifteen minutes. Put together a costume and a cover story that would explain why you are traveling from Coruscant--the galaxy's capital--to Naboo--a planet famed for its beauty."

Current Mood: accomplished
Current Music: I Woke Up in a Car - Something Corporate

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When the students arrived to class today, they would find themselves on a big boat in the middle of the ocean. Ziva was just hoping that no one was easily seasick.

"You have been a very good class, and I am glad that you all decided to be here with me," Ziva said with a smile. "I thought that perhaps we would do something nice and simple today. If you do not enjoy swimming, then you may stay on the boat and relax. However, there are dolphins in the water, and they would very much enjoy having people with whom to swim. What does this have to do with our class? Sometimes, blending in simply means not posing a threat, and scaring someone, or something, away." Like adorable, friendly animals. "Whatever you choose to do is fine, and I will be here if you have any questions."

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When the students arrived to class today, they would find themselves inside a sports bar filled with televisions and loud patrons.

"There are few things that bring people from different cultures together better than international sports," Ziva said, dressed a little differently than normal. If her father was dead, he'd be rolling in his grave. "In case you have not been watching the television, the World Cup is currently being held in South Africa, pitting football - or soccer - teams from different countries against each other to see who comes out on top." The euphemism was easy to remember if you just thought about soccer players being on top of each other.

"There are two games going on right now," Ziva continued. "Pick one that you would like to watch, and then pick a team to cheer for - but you'd better put on the team's jersey, or you will get thrown out. Sports fans take solidarity very seriously sometimes."

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When the students arrived today, they would find themselves in a regular classroom, with a television, bowls of popcorn, and a very angry-looking gazelle.

Ziva really hated the island sometimes.

The note on the board read "Once everyone is here, please press play to start the movie. As you watch, think about the lengths to which you might be willing to go in order to be accepted in a culture, whether it is your own, or one you are visiting."

Don't ask how she managed to get everything set up. It's not like she'd be able to tell you right now anyway.

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When the students arrived today, they would find themselves outside in even warmer weather than Fandom was having. Luckily, Ziva had programmed the Danger Shop to make sure everyone was dressed appropriately too.

"No matter where in the world you go, you will most likely encounter wildlife that is unique to the area. Sometimes, this is only a matter of familiar animals having a different appearance, such as our own teal deer. But sometimes, you might have to deal with animals you would not find anywhere else, and might be unfamiliar with altogether." She motioned to the open tour bus that was waiting for them and smiled. "Today, we will be meeting some animals you will not encounter in Fandom. Hopefully."

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When the students arrived today, they would find themselves in a regular classroom setting - regular except for the strange-smelling buffet at the front of the room.

"If you are traveling around the world in this day and age, you would be hard pressed to find a place that did not have a McDonald's, or a Burger King, or some other kind of safe, Americanized cuisine. But when you are traveling, experiencing new foods can be a lot of fun, and if you do not want to appear as an outsider, you might have to eat some foods with which you are unfamiliar. Today, we will be trying some different foods from Europe. They might look or smell a little strange, but I assure you, everything here is good."

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"Welcome to Havana, Cuba," Ziva said once everyone had arrived at the Danger Shop. Today, the students would find themselves in the dressing room of a nightclub where, judging from the sounds being muffled by the door, the party was already in full swing.

"One of the biggest obstacles to not appearing as an outsider when you travel, especially if you are going to a country for the first time, is often the language barrier. It can be difficult to find things to do in a place where you do not speak the native language, and guide books and dictionaries can only take you so far. If you truly want to enjoy yourself, you must find activities that involve as little speaking as possible." She smirked as she nodded her head towards the door to the club. "Music and dancing are universal. Get dressed to have fun and see if you can get by without translations."

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Ziva had to admit, she was looking forward to teaching again far more than she'd expected to, so when the students arrived in the Danger Shop, they'd find her looking quite content, even if she was dressed in a very un-Zivalike fashion.

"Good afternoon," she said. "For those of you who are new to the school, my name is Ziva David. You may call me Ziva if you wish, or Ms. David if you insist on formality. Hopefully, all of you are in the right place and are here to learn about blending in when visiting different places and interacting with different cultures. We will be sticking to Earth cultures, because this is where I am from," and no, that never got less strange to have to say, "and while normally the first week is reserved for introductions, I would like to swim right in and get started - with something easy, and a little local."

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