The Guiding Star

Connecting Our Star Through Cultural Inquiry.

What is The Guiding Star?

Welcome to the Guiding Star! My name is Ume Nashmeira, professor of cultural arts with the Faculty of Anthropology. Most of my time is spent researching and exploring our star, learning how societies grew and developed over time. Through time and effort, I hope to spread the gift of knowledge to all.My hope is not to simply lecture you on history and theory, but work firsthand with anyone willing to learn how to make art for yourself. All of our classes are hands on, and open to the public. Anyone is free to join if wish to do so!As is the case, my efforts are still ongoing. If you would like to offer your own knowledge to support our growing efforts, we would be most delighted. Our goal is to learn how art, culture, and tradition has shaped the star as we know it. If you have a story to share, I would be glad to hear of it. My pursuit is knowledge, any and all tales are welcome.As we grow, we are also looking to expand our classes. Those trained in: Painting, Dance, Cooking, Theatre, and Music would be most welcome as teachers.

Special thanks to Creuset for helping to make Guiding Star possible!

Further information can be found here.

Location: Primal > Behemoth > Lavender Beds > Ward 23 > Plot 50

The Guiding Star

Connecting Our Star Through Cultural Inquiry.

What is The Guiding Star?

Welcome to the Guiding Star! My name is Ume Nashmeira, professor of cultural arts with the Faculty of Anthropology. Most of my time is spent researching and exploring our star, learning how societies grew and developed over time. Through time and effort, I hope to spread the gift of knowledge to all.My hope is not to simply lecture you on history and theory, but work firsthand with anyone willing to learn how to make art for yourself. All of our classes are hands on, and open to the public. Anyone is free to join if wish to do so!As is the case, my efforts are still ongoing. If you would like to offer your own knowledge to support our growing efforts, we would be most delighted. Our goal is to learn how art, culture, and tradition has shaped the star as we know it. If you have a story to share, I would be glad to hear of it. My pursuit is knowledge, any and all tales are welcome.As we grow, we are also looking to expand our classes. Those trained in: Painting, Dance, Cooking, Theatre, and Music would be most welcome as teachers.

Special thanks to Creuset for helping to make Guiding Star possible!

Further information can be found here.

Location: Primal > Behemoth > Lavender Beds > Ward 23 > Plot 50

The Guiding Star

Connecting Our Star Through Cultural Inquiry.

Special Valentiones Class - Sweet Dreams for Friends and Family

Professor: Ume Nashmeira
Dates: February 13th
Time: 8PM EST
Location: Primal > Behemoth > Lavender Beds > Ward 23 > Plot 50Looking to make something special? Come join this class for the chance to make something special for your friends, family, or partners! This class will focus primarily on a variety of treats you can take home and hand out for Valentiones Day. Expect to make cookies, brownies, chocolates, and cakes to be sent off to whoever may need them.
All skill levels are welcome.

Thavnairian Culinary Arts - The Value of Versatility and Curry

Professor: Ume Nashmeira
Dates: January 18th
Time: 7PM EST
Location: Primal > Behemoth > Lavender Beds > Ward 23 > Plot 50While many see curry, both Hingan and Thavnairian as simple meals; the history involving such a dish is rich beyond belief. Come learn a little about ages long past, while going through the process of making a simple yet flavorful curry.
As the first class in our new location, we welcome you to the Guiding Star! This sample of classes to come will prepare you with the basics. All skill levels are welcome.

The Guiding Star

Connecting Our Star Through Cultural Inquiry.

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The Guiding Star

Connecting Our Star Through Cultural Inquiry.

Feel free to browse the wares we have on display, and our collection of books. Most of the items we sell are related to the classes, and will be of great help if you wish to continue following the craft.Feel free to approach a staff member when a class is not in session if you wish to purchase something. All displayed items are tagged with their prices.Below is a small selection of the books on offer. If you are looking for a specific volume, let us know and we might have it in stock! If not we will look to procure it.

Non-Fiction

Price - 5,000 per volume

Wonders of the Ruby Sea

Author: Ittetsu Sui
A detailed travel guide to the sights and scenery to the Ruby Sea. It includes several hand painted pictures, some of which seem to from underwater...

Fiction

Price - 1,800 per volume

East of Eden's Gate

Author: Terra Benedicto
A story following two roommates and their quest to bring life back to a barren wasteland.

Principles of Aether Vol. 76

Author: Kagura Jinba
The most recent treatise detailing aether and our understanding of it. Details a few of the practical applications of magic.

1587

Author: Godwin Wellworth
Written before the 7th Calamity, this book offers a bleak look at the distant year 1587 and a future under Garlean rule.

Eorzea Encyclopedia Volume 2

Author: Multiple Sharlayan Authors
This volume of Encyclopedia Eorzea covers a fascinating assortment of details in the Far East and Gyr Abania

Alice's Adventures in Blunderville

Author: Lewis Riding
A whimsical tale about a girl who fell through a tree and into a colorful, bouncy world above the clouds.

The Rhotano Dish

Author: Captain Rhotabyl
Though many once feared this Pirate Captain around Vylbrand, the untimely sinking of his ship in a fierce storm ended his reign. Though his treasure sunk with him, this book was his only possession left on dry land.

The Very Hungry Silkworm

Author: Elric Shatterfist
A childrens book about a silkworm who eats objects growing in absurdity, until it finally creates itself a pair of wings.

Heavensward

Author: Count Edmont de Fortempts
The stirring tale surrounding the end of the Dragonsong War. This critically acclaimed and award winning book has captured the hearts of many.

Do Sentries Dream of Electrope Karakul?

Author: Morganite Ammolite
A novel from Alexandria, telling of their familiar sentries clashing with the residents of the city.

Culinary Applications of Coblyns

Author: Unknown
This book seems to have been written by two authors. The first met an untimely end upon finding that coblyn feelers were poisonous. There might be something useful here.

A Starlight Story

Author: Phoipont Maitette
The classic Starlight tale of ghosts, time travel, and death.

Morbol Wine: Thavnairian Delicacy

Author: Varpasa bihn Fahleel
A detailed collection of wine recipes in varying flavors. Several chapters are dedicated to discussing morbol wine and the process in which to extract it.

The Boy and the Dragon Gay

Author: Unknown
A old Ishgardian tale about friendship, heroism, and dragons. There is much debate to its origins.

Stitched Perfection

Author: Nilf Selnesi
A Sharlayan weavers account on how to stitch and craft toys for children.

The Little Red Mage that Vercould

Author: Unknown
A folk tale from Gyr Abania about a young Red Mage that overcomes insurmountable odds.

Recipe for Happiness

Author: Rhavi Rhima
A book of simple low stress recipes that can be followed by most everyone. Details on where to find ingredients at a low cost are also included. All of the recipes use carrots in one way or another...

A Tale of Two Shards

Author: Memento Moira
A tragedy written about a woman and her brief journey in another world where she learns to love again, only to have it ripped away in the end.

Valentiones

Chocolates

Step 1: Wash your hands, collect cooking utensils.

First, ensure that you wash your hands, and your station. Once you are clean, find the following utensils.

Utensils you will need:

  • One Mixing Bowl

  • Cooking Pot

  • Candy Molds (Hearts, bubbles, and other shapes available.)

  • Whisks

  • Flat Spatula

Ingredients you will need:

  • Chopped Chocolate

  • Fillings of your choice! (I suggest fruits, coconut, caramel, or candies. The choices are endless.)

Step 2: Preparation

  • Begin by filling the cooking pot halfway with water. Place it on the stove and apply medium heat until it boils.

  • Once water is boiling, place the mixing bowl atop the pot, then add chocolate.

  • Stir chocolate on the stove until it melts. If water in pot runs out, add extra water and continue until all chocolate is melted.

Step 3: Creation

  • Lay candy mold flat on the counter.

  • Pour each mold half full of chocolate, leaving room for your filling.

  • Add in your fillings, then pour more chocolate overtop to seal them in.

  • When all chocolate is used, put candy mold in the icebox and let cool for 10 minutes.

Step 4: Decorate!

  • Once chocolates are done cooling, remove from the icebox and pop them out of the mold.

  • Ask Ume for icing, and top your chocolates however you wish.

  • Divide Chocolates among your team members.

  • Take home chocolates in the provided cardpaper boxes.

Brownies

Step 1: Wash your hands, collect cooking utensils.

First, ensure that you wash your hands, and your station. Once you are clean, find the following utensils.

Utensils you will need:

  • Two Mixing Bowls

  • Medium Saucepan

  • Flat Spatulas

  • Rectangular Cake Tin

  • Mixing Whisks

  • Parchment Paper

Ingredients you will need:

  • Flour

  • Butter

  • Eggs

  • Vanilla

  • Chopped Chocolate

  • Kukuru Powder

  • Salt

  • Sugar

Step 2: Preparation

  • Sift together flour, salt, and kukuru powder into one bowl.

  • Heat the saucepan on the stove with butter and melt it. Add some of the sugar and stir frequently.

  • In a second bowl, combine eggs, vanilla, and remaining sugar. Stir until smooth.

  • Slowly add butter mixture to the egg mixture, stirring constantly.

  • Add flour mixture to the egg mixture. Add chopped chocolate as well. Stir until combined completely.

Step 3: Baking

  • Take brownie batter and pour it into the rectangular cake tin. Be sure to smooth it out.

  • Bake brownies for twenty minutes, or until the edges are firm and the top is slightly cracked.

Step 4: Decorate!

  • Once the brownie is out of the oven, ask Ume for icing.

  • Cut brownies evenly among your team.

  • Decorate brownies as you wish, then box them with provided cardpaper boxes.

Sugar Cookies

Step 1: Wash your hands, collect cooking utensils.

First, ensure that you wash your hands, and your station. Once you are clean, find the following utensils.

Utensils you will need:

  • Two mixing bowls

  • Whisk

  • Baking sheet

  • Flat spatula

Ingredients you will need:

  • Flour

  • Butter (Room Temperature)

  • Sugar

  • Eggs

  • Vanilla

  • Salt

Step 2: Preparation

  • Sift flour and salt into one bowl, then set aside.

  • Beat sugar and butter together. (Strong arms may be needed!)

  • Stir vanilla and egg into the butter mixture.

  • Slowly fold flour mixture into the butter mixture, until dough forms

Step 3: Baking

  • Heat the oven first. Four fire crystals will work.

  • Roll dough into balls approximately the size of an acorn

  • Place balls of dough approximately 1 ilm apart on a baking sheet

  • Bake cookies for ten minutes, or until edges become slightly golden.

Step 4: Decorate!

  • Once the brownie is out of the oven, ask Ume for icing.

  • Divide cookies evenly among your team.

  • Decorate cookies as you wish, then box them with provided cardpaper boxes.