Parson Gotti - Revision history

97.113.196.224: Since Parson is confirmed as a caster, speculation no longer applies.

2013-05-20T17:29:29Z

Since Parson is confirmed as a caster, speculation no longer applies.

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	Most significantly, in [[LIAB Text 59]], the page which reveals Parson's casting ability, it states that Parson can now understand some of the things behind what he can see. It might just be referring to his new senses as a general caster, but it could also be referring to the basic power of Signamancy.		Most significantly, in [[LIAB Text 59]], the page which reveals Parson's casting ability, it states that Parson can now understand some of the things behind what he can see. It might just be referring to his new senses as a general caster, but it could also be referring to the basic power of Signamancy.
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-	~~===How was Parson able to get into the Magic Kingdom?===~~
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-	If he is a [[Signamancer]], Parson may be a natural caster (per section above). The key evidence for this is that we don't know if [[natural casters]] [[disband]] when passing through the portal to the [[Magic Kingdom]], but we know non-casters do disband. Why is this fact important? If it were that clear cut and only casters can get through the Portal to the [[Magic Kingdom]] and not be [[disbanded]], as [[Queen Bea]] used it to commit suicide, why did the casters in the [[Magic Kingdom]] get so upset about Parson getting 'in' in the first place? If it were cut and dried that only casters can get through the portal, then just by passing through the portal would be analogous to the right credentials. The fuss of the other casters in the [[Magic Kingdom]] to Parson's presence, gives appearance to a gray area between a regular caster, like [[Maggie]], and a non-caster, like [[Queen Bea]]. Something that the reality of the portal admits, but from which regular casters draw a mental (social) distinction. The only thing known that fits that gray area is a natural caster, like an [[Archon]], which if you think about it is both a caster (to the Portal) and not a caster caster (perhaps to regular Casters) at the same time. The other options are that:
-	*2) Parson is simply unique. He is noted as '''Special''' in which case perhaps he is immune to disbanding by the portal just as he was immune to disbanding for failing to follow Stanley's expressed orders (noted in "Parson the [[Signamancer]]" above and claimed later by a [[Carnymancer]] [http://www.erfworld.com/2012/11/book-2-%E2%80%93-page-96/] (which which knowing [[Carnymancer]]s probably means this claim is a trick and hence false.))
-	*3) Casters can innately and with absolute certainty (magically) recognize other casters and if Parson made it through the portal, but did not register to their innate and certain senses, then he's an interloper despite the Portal's acquiescence. The only question on this final option is then for what reason would have the angry casters believed [[Janis]] when she claimed Parson as a member of her tribe of casters? They agreed to what she said, but since Maggie thought Parson best leave immediately upon regaining consciousness it would appear Parson is either immune to disbanding, a gray area-possibly natural caster...or perhaps both?
-	*4) Parson is simply unique. He is noted as '''Special''' in which case perhaps he is both a warlord and a caster, whereas other commanders are either a warlord or a caster. In keeping with his "Special" status and being the "Perfect Warlord," perhaps he combines qualities of both classes. As a caster, he would be allowed into the Magic Kingdom, while being a warlord would account for why the other casters do not want him in the Magic Kingdom. Thus Janis' claims that he is a [[Hippiemancer]] and Maggie's statement that "This is not a place for warlords" could both be true at the same time.
-	*5) Parson is an undisputed non-caster and the anger of the other casters is the reason [[Maggie]] herself gave Parson when they left: "This is not a place for warlords." Parson showing up sword-in-hand from battle may have been the cause, however, all casters are warlords capable of leading troops and Parson's opening retort to his appearance through the portal {{ref \| [[TBFGK 140:2]]}} "...I don't know why I didn't disband. Maybe I count as a Mathamancer...or something" would tend to discount this last option and later the same is claimed by a [[carnymancer]] [http://www.erfworld.com/2012/11/book-2-%E2%80%93-page-96/] (which knowing [[Carnymancer]]s probably means this claim is a trick and hence false).

	==Trivia==		==Trivia==

97.113.196.224 at 17:45, 19 May 2013

2013-05-19T17:45:42Z

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	[[Category:Parson's World]]		[[Category:Parson's World]]
	[[Category:Canon]]		[[Category:Canon]]
	[[Category:Speculation]]		[[Category:Speculation]]

97.113.196.224 at 18:22, 18 May 2013

2013-05-18T18:22:08Z

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	\|move= Unknown (Field Unit)		\|move= Unknown (Field Unit)
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97.113.196.224 at 17:39, 18 May 2013

2013-05-18T17:39:08Z

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	=Canon=		=Canon=

-	'''Parson A. Gotti''', (born December 7, 1982 in Indianapolis, Indiana), or '''Lord Hamster''', is a human gamer, and author of the webcomic [http://hamstard.com/ Hamstard]. Originally from Earth, resident of the city of Columbus, Ohio, he was summoned to [[Erfworld]] by [[Wanda Firebaugh]] in 3 [[AW]], and appointed [[Chief Warlord]] under [[Stanley the Tool]] of [[Gobwin Knob]]. He was demoted to [[Warlord]] in 10 [[AW]], and re-promoted to a [[Chief Warlord]] again in Book 2, Page 32.	+	'''Parson A. Gotti''', (born December 7, 1982 in Indianapolis, Indiana), or '''Lord Hamster''', is a human gamer, and author of the webcomic [http://hamstard.com/ Hamstard]. Originally from Earth, resident of the city of Columbus, Ohio, he was summoned to [[Erfworld]] by [[Wanda Firebaugh]] in 3 [[AW]], and appointed [[Chief Warlord]] under [[Stanley the Tool]] of [[Gobwin Knob]]. He was demoted to [[Warlord]] in 10 [[AW]], and re-promoted to a [[Chief Warlord]] again in Book 2, Page 32. In [[LIAB Text 59]], it is revealed that Parson is also a [[caster]] and his abilities are unlocked.

	=Proposed Canon=		=Proposed Canon=
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	===Parson the Signamancer===		===Parson the Signamancer===
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		+	Parson is confirmed to be a caster, but it is still unknown which discipline.

	It has been speculated that Parson may be a [[Signamancer]], based on a variety of factors: [[Charlie]]'s hints that he can probably cast from [[scroll]]s, Signamancy being Fate-aligned Hippiemancy, [[Janis]]'s claim that he is a Hippiemancer, and perhaps the nature of Signamancy itself{{blog\|2009\|9\|summer-updates-037}} which meshes very well with Parson's ''ability'' to come up with new powerful (described as 'disturbing') game-changing strategies in [[Erfworld]]'s reality. It is possible that [[Janis]]'s claim is based on Parson's true nature, that is he is a gamer as opposed to and in addition to being a playing piece in a world bound by game like rules. Paradoxically as both an outsider and an expert, the ''significance'' of many aspects of Erfworld are quite clear to Parson in that he ''naturally'' looks to what everything in Erfworld ''signifies'' not what they "are".		It has been speculated that Parson may be a [[Signamancer]], based on a variety of factors: [[Charlie]]'s hints that he can probably cast from [[scroll]]s, Signamancy being Fate-aligned Hippiemancy, [[Janis]]'s claim that he is a Hippiemancer, and perhaps the nature of Signamancy itself{{blog\|2009\|9\|summer-updates-037}} which meshes very well with Parson's ''ability'' to come up with new powerful (described as 'disturbing') game-changing strategies in [[Erfworld]]'s reality. It is possible that [[Janis]]'s claim is based on Parson's true nature, that is he is a gamer as opposed to and in addition to being a playing piece in a world bound by game like rules. Paradoxically as both an outsider and an expert, the ''significance'' of many aspects of Erfworld are quite clear to Parson in that he ''naturally'' looks to what everything in Erfworld ''signifies'' not what they "are".
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	Finally, this perhaps explains many of Parsons relationships. He appears most comfortable in relationships with casters, Bogroll a notable exception. For example, his two closest companions in Erfworld are both casters; Maggie, who repeatedly notes he is a very different sort of warlord, and Sizemore, who stated very early on that he had a deep interest in all kinds of magic. It is possible that Sizemore's interest in Parson could be a subconscious reflection of this. Parson's comfort with them appeared most significant during a drunken Signamantic(?) conversation about the nature of time in Erfworld. [http://www.erfworld.com/summer-update-2009-archive/?px=%2FE029_JoeZuniga_DrunkTime.jpg] Last but not least, Signamancy would explain why he understands much of Jack's, the Foolamancer's, ''cloaked'' speech. As a Signamancer he would ''naturally'' be able to see clearly to a Foolamancer's ''cloaked'' meaning.		Finally, this perhaps explains many of Parsons relationships. He appears most comfortable in relationships with casters, Bogroll a notable exception. For example, his two closest companions in Erfworld are both casters; Maggie, who repeatedly notes he is a very different sort of warlord, and Sizemore, who stated very early on that he had a deep interest in all kinds of magic. It is possible that Sizemore's interest in Parson could be a subconscious reflection of this. Parson's comfort with them appeared most significant during a drunken Signamantic(?) conversation about the nature of time in Erfworld. [http://www.erfworld.com/summer-update-2009-archive/?px=%2FE029_JoeZuniga_DrunkTime.jpg] Last but not least, Signamancy would explain why he understands much of Jack's, the Foolamancer's, ''cloaked'' speech. As a Signamancer he would ''naturally'' be able to see clearly to a Foolamancer's ''cloaked'' meaning.
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		+	Most significantly, in [[LIAB Text 59]], the page which reveals Parson's casting ability, it states that Parson can now understand some of the things behind what he can see. It might just be referring to his new senses as a general caster, but it could also be referring to the basic power of Signamancy.

	===How was Parson able to get into the Magic Kingdom?===		===How was Parson able to get into the Magic Kingdom?===

97.113.196.224 at 14:52, 18 May 2013

2013-05-18T14:52:40Z

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	\|level= 2		\|level= 2
	\|move= Unknown (Field Unit)		\|move= Unknown (Field Unit)

131.194.106.169: /* How was Parson able to get into the Magic Kingdom? */ MISSING CLOSE PAREN

2013-05-08T20:30:53Z

How was Parson able to get into the Magic Kingdom?: MISSING CLOSE PAREN

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	If he is a [[Signamancer]], Parson may be a natural caster (per section above). The key evidence for this is that we don't know if [[natural casters]] [[disband]] when passing through the portal to the [[Magic Kingdom]], but we know non-casters do disband. Why is this fact important? If it were that clear cut and only casters can get through the Portal to the [[Magic Kingdom]] and not be [[disbanded]], as [[Queen Bea]] used it to commit suicide, why did the casters in the [[Magic Kingdom]] get so upset about Parson getting 'in' in the first place? If it were cut and dried that only casters can get through the portal, then just by passing through the portal would be analogous to the right credentials. The fuss of the other casters in the [[Magic Kingdom]] to Parson's presence, gives appearance to a gray area between a regular caster, like [[Maggie]], and a non-caster, like [[Queen Bea]]. Something that the reality of the portal admits, but from which regular casters draw a mental (social) distinction. The only thing known that fits that gray area is a natural caster, like an [[Archon]], which if you think about it is both a caster (to the Portal) and not a caster caster (perhaps to regular Casters) at the same time. The other options are that:		If he is a [[Signamancer]], Parson may be a natural caster (per section above). The key evidence for this is that we don't know if [[natural casters]] [[disband]] when passing through the portal to the [[Magic Kingdom]], but we know non-casters do disband. Why is this fact important? If it were that clear cut and only casters can get through the Portal to the [[Magic Kingdom]] and not be [[disbanded]], as [[Queen Bea]] used it to commit suicide, why did the casters in the [[Magic Kingdom]] get so upset about Parson getting 'in' in the first place? If it were cut and dried that only casters can get through the portal, then just by passing through the portal would be analogous to the right credentials. The fuss of the other casters in the [[Magic Kingdom]] to Parson's presence, gives appearance to a gray area between a regular caster, like [[Maggie]], and a non-caster, like [[Queen Bea]]. Something that the reality of the portal admits, but from which regular casters draw a mental (social) distinction. The only thing known that fits that gray area is a natural caster, like an [[Archon]], which if you think about it is both a caster (to the Portal) and not a caster caster (perhaps to regular Casters) at the same time. The other options are that:
-	*2) Parson is simply unique. He is noted as '''Special''' in which case perhaps he is immune to disbanding by the portal just as he was immune to disbanding for failing to follow Stanley's expressed orders (noted in "Parson the [[Signamancer]]" above and claimed later by a [[Carnymancer]] [http://www.erfworld.com/2012/11/book-2-%E2%80%93-page-96/] (which which knowing [[Carnymancer]]s probably means this claim is a trick and hence false.)	+	*2) Parson is simply unique. He is noted as '''Special''' in which case perhaps he is immune to disbanding by the portal just as he was immune to disbanding for failing to follow Stanley's expressed orders (noted in "Parson the [[Signamancer]]" above and claimed later by a [[Carnymancer]] [http://www.erfworld.com/2012/11/book-2-%E2%80%93-page-96/] (which which knowing [[Carnymancer]]s probably means this claim is a trick and hence false.))
	*3) Casters can innately and with absolute certainty (magically) recognize other casters and if Parson made it through the portal, but did not register to their innate and certain senses, then he's an interloper despite the Portal's acquiescence. The only question on this final option is then for what reason would have the angry casters believed [[Janis]] when she claimed Parson as a member of her tribe of casters? They agreed to what she said, but since Maggie thought Parson best leave immediately upon regaining consciousness it would appear Parson is either immune to disbanding, a gray area-possibly natural caster...or perhaps both?		*3) Casters can innately and with absolute certainty (magically) recognize other casters and if Parson made it through the portal, but did not register to their innate and certain senses, then he's an interloper despite the Portal's acquiescence. The only question on this final option is then for what reason would have the angry casters believed [[Janis]] when she claimed Parson as a member of her tribe of casters? They agreed to what she said, but since Maggie thought Parson best leave immediately upon regaining consciousness it would appear Parson is either immune to disbanding, a gray area-possibly natural caster...or perhaps both?
	*4) Parson is simply unique. He is noted as '''Special''' in which case perhaps he is both a warlord and a caster, whereas other commanders are either a warlord or a caster. In keeping with his "Special" status and being the "Perfect Warlord," perhaps he combines qualities of both classes. As a caster, he would be allowed into the Magic Kingdom, while being a warlord would account for why the other casters do not want him in the Magic Kingdom. Thus Janis' claims that he is a [[Hippiemancer]] and Maggie's statement that "This is not a place for warlords" could both be true at the same time.		*4) Parson is simply unique. He is noted as '''Special''' in which case perhaps he is both a warlord and a caster, whereas other commanders are either a warlord or a caster. In keeping with his "Special" status and being the "Perfect Warlord," perhaps he combines qualities of both classes. As a caster, he would be allowed into the Magic Kingdom, while being a warlord would account for why the other casters do not want him in the Magic Kingdom. Thus Janis' claims that he is a [[Hippiemancer]] and Maggie's statement that "This is not a place for warlords" could both be true at the same time.

97.113.46.154: Parson the Signamancer

2013-05-03T00:03:00Z

Parson the Signamancer

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	===Parson the Signamancer===		===Parson the Signamancer===

-	It has been speculated that Parson may be a [[Signamancer]], based on a variety of factors: Signamancy being Fate-aligned Hippiemancy, [[Janis]]'s claim that he is a Hippiemancer, and perhaps the nature of Signamancy itself{{blog\|2009\|9\|summer-updates-037}} which meshes very well with Parson's ''ability'' to come up with new powerful (described as 'disturbing') game-changing strategies in [[Erfworld]]'s reality. It is possible that [[Janis]]'s claim is based on Parson's true nature, that is he is a gamer as opposed to and in addition to being a playing piece in a world bound by game like rules. Paradoxically as both an outsider and an expert, the ''significance'' of many aspects of Erfworld are quite clear to Parson in that he ''naturally'' looks to what everything in Erfworld ''signifies'' not what they "are".	+	It has been speculated that Parson may be a [[Signamancer]], based on a variety of factors: [[Charlie]]'s hints that he can probably cast from [[scroll]]s, Signamancy being Fate-aligned Hippiemancy, [[Janis]]'s claim that he is a Hippiemancer, and perhaps the nature of Signamancy itself{{blog\|2009\|9\|summer-updates-037}} which meshes very well with Parson's ''ability'' to come up with new powerful (described as 'disturbing') game-changing strategies in [[Erfworld]]'s reality. It is possible that [[Janis]]'s claim is based on Parson's true nature, that is he is a gamer as opposed to and in addition to being a playing piece in a world bound by game like rules. Paradoxically as both an outsider and an expert, the ''significance'' of many aspects of Erfworld are quite clear to Parson in that he ''naturally'' looks to what everything in Erfworld ''signifies'' not what they "are".

	Parson appears to conduct many signamancy experiments. These are countless, but examples are fun: When intoxicated, he decides to take a short flight across [[Gobwin Knob]]'s quad. If a powerful signamancer, he is deciding to risk his life in a signamancy experiment to see what happens when a [[flying]] [[unit]] that is mountable, a [[dwagon]], is ridden by a large, non-flying garrison unit with zero move.[http://www.erfworld.com/summer-update-2009-archive/?px=%2FE032_EugeneConniff_Banana.jpg] He has conducted and continues to conduct what appear to be signamancy experiments, such as what happens when you leave a [[hex]] with zero [[Movement\|move]] {{ref \| [[First Intermission 27]]}} [http://www.erfworld.com/summer-update-2009-archive/?px=/E027_PatJacobs_ParsonHex.jpg], attempt ranged attacks with no [[unit]] special ranged attack ([[bracer]] scenario) [http://www.erfworld.com/summer-update-2009-archive/?px=/E006_ParsonPonders_600.jpg], blowing up Gobwin Knob [http://www.erfworld.com/book-1-archive/?px=/134.jpg] , etc. With each experiment, he has proven his perception of the underlying game rules via Signamancy are real and can be taken advantage of. For example, he set up chains of ranged fliers to cross hundred of [[hex]]es 'pony express style' in a single turn, defeated an entire army by uncroaking a volcano, and even disobeyed a direct order from [[Stanley]] without disbanding [http://www.erfworld.com/page/22/] (this last one is ''Special'' for reasons we won't go into here, but will below in "Parson the Natural Caster"). And in case you missed the italics (above), it is also important to note that like [[archon]]s and all such special units, Parson's power appears to be ''natural'' {{ref \| [[Natural_Thinkamancy]]}}, that is he appears to be a natural signamancer.		Parson appears to conduct many signamancy experiments. These are countless, but examples are fun: When intoxicated, he decides to take a short flight across [[Gobwin Knob]]'s quad. If a powerful signamancer, he is deciding to risk his life in a signamancy experiment to see what happens when a [[flying]] [[unit]] that is mountable, a [[dwagon]], is ridden by a large, non-flying garrison unit with zero move.[http://www.erfworld.com/summer-update-2009-archive/?px=%2FE032_EugeneConniff_Banana.jpg] He has conducted and continues to conduct what appear to be signamancy experiments, such as what happens when you leave a [[hex]] with zero [[Movement\|move]] {{ref \| [[First Intermission 27]]}} [http://www.erfworld.com/summer-update-2009-archive/?px=/E027_PatJacobs_ParsonHex.jpg], attempt ranged attacks with no [[unit]] special ranged attack ([[bracer]] scenario) [http://www.erfworld.com/summer-update-2009-archive/?px=/E006_ParsonPonders_600.jpg], blowing up Gobwin Knob [http://www.erfworld.com/book-1-archive/?px=/134.jpg] , etc. With each experiment, he has proven his perception of the underlying game rules via Signamancy are real and can be taken advantage of. For example, he set up chains of ranged fliers to cross hundred of [[hex]]es 'pony express style' in a single turn, defeated an entire army by uncroaking a volcano, and even disobeyed a direct order from [[Stanley]] without disbanding [http://www.erfworld.com/page/22/] (this last one is ''Special'' for reasons we won't go into here, but will below in "Parson the Natural Caster"). And in case you missed the italics (above), it is also important to note that like [[archon]]s and all such special units, Parson's power appears to be ''natural'' {{ref \| [[Natural_Thinkamancy]]}}, that is he appears to be a natural signamancer.

190.99.167.81: /* Inventory */

2013-04-28T01:19:48Z

Inventory

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	*[[Calculator Watch\|Calculator Watch]]		*[[Calculator Watch\|Calculator Watch]]
	*[[Sword_of_Ruthlessness\|Sword of Ruthlessness]] (destroyed)		*[[Sword_of_Ruthlessness\|Sword of Ruthlessness]] (destroyed)
-	*[[Staff_of_Suckage\|The Staff of Suckage]] (Book 2)	+	*[[Staff_of_Suckage\|The Staff of Suckage]] (used in Book 2, destroyed)
	See also: [[Magic_Item]]		See also: [[Magic_Item]]

No one in particular: /* How was Parson able to get into the Magic Kingdom? */ -Mancers doesn't redirect to -Mancer

2012-11-21T01:23:14Z

How was Parson able to get into the Magic Kingdom?: -Mancers doesn't redirect to -Mancer

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	===How was Parson able to get into the Magic Kingdom?===		===How was Parson able to get into the Magic Kingdom?===

-	If he is a [[Signamancer]], Parson may be a natural caster (per section above). The key evidence for this is that we don't know if [[natural casters]] [[disband]] when passing through the portal to the [[Magic Kingdom]], but we know non-casters do disband. Why is this fact important? If it were that clear cut and only casters can get through the Portal to the [[Magic Kingdom]] and not be [[disbanded]], as [[Queen Bea]] used it to commit suicide, why did the casters in the [[Magic Kingdom]] get so upset about Parson getting 'in' in the first place? If it were cut and dried that only casters can get through the portal, then just by passing through the portal would be analogous to the right credentials. The fuss of the other casters in the [[Magic Kingdom]] to Parson's presence, gives appearance to a gray area between a regular caster, like [[Maggie]], and a non-caster, like [[Queen Bea]]. Something that the reality of the portal admits, but from which regular casters draw a mental (social) distinction. The only thing known that fits that gray area is a natural caster, like an [[Archon]], which if you think about it is both a caster (to the Portal) and not a caster caster (perhaps to regular Casters) at the same time. The other options are that	+	If he is a [[Signamancer]], Parson may be a natural caster (per section above). The key evidence for this is that we don't know if [[natural casters]] [[disband]] when passing through the portal to the [[Magic Kingdom]], but we know non-casters do disband. Why is this fact important? If it were that clear cut and only casters can get through the Portal to the [[Magic Kingdom]] and not be [[disbanded]], as [[Queen Bea]] used it to commit suicide, why did the casters in the [[Magic Kingdom]] get so upset about Parson getting 'in' in the first place? If it were cut and dried that only casters can get through the portal, then just by passing through the portal would be analogous to the right credentials. The fuss of the other casters in the [[Magic Kingdom]] to Parson's presence, gives appearance to a gray area between a regular caster, like [[Maggie]], and a non-caster, like [[Queen Bea]]. Something that the reality of the portal admits, but from which regular casters draw a mental (social) distinction. The only thing known that fits that gray area is a natural caster, like an [[Archon]], which if you think about it is both a caster (to the Portal) and not a caster caster (perhaps to regular Casters) at the same time. The other options are that:
-	*2) Parson is simply unique. He is noted as '''Special''' in which case perhaps he is immune to disbanding by the portal just as he was immune to disbanding for failing to follow Stanley's expressed orders (noted in "Parson the [[Signamancer]]" above and claimed later by a [[Carnymancer]] [http://www.erfworld.com/2012/11/book-2-%E2%80%93-page-96/] (which which knowing [[~~Carnymancers~~]] probably means this claim is a trick and hence false.)	+	*2) Parson is simply unique. He is noted as '''Special''' in which case perhaps he is immune to disbanding by the portal just as he was immune to disbanding for failing to follow Stanley's expressed orders (noted in "Parson the [[Signamancer]]" above and claimed later by a [[Carnymancer]] [http://www.erfworld.com/2012/11/book-2-%E2%80%93-page-96/] (which which knowing [[Carnymancer]]s probably means this claim is a trick and hence false.)
	*3) Casters can innately and with absolute certainty (magically) recognize other casters and if Parson made it through the portal, but did not register to their innate and certain senses, then he's an interloper despite the Portal's acquiescence. The only question on this final option is then for what reason would have the angry casters believed [[Janis]] when she claimed Parson as a member of her tribe of casters? They agreed to what she said, but since Maggie thought Parson best leave immediately upon regaining consciousness it would appear Parson is either immune to disbanding, a gray area-possibly natural caster...or perhaps both?		*3) Casters can innately and with absolute certainty (magically) recognize other casters and if Parson made it through the portal, but did not register to their innate and certain senses, then he's an interloper despite the Portal's acquiescence. The only question on this final option is then for what reason would have the angry casters believed [[Janis]] when she claimed Parson as a member of her tribe of casters? They agreed to what she said, but since Maggie thought Parson best leave immediately upon regaining consciousness it would appear Parson is either immune to disbanding, a gray area-possibly natural caster...or perhaps both?
	*4) Parson is simply unique. He is noted as '''Special''' in which case perhaps he is both a warlord and a caster, whereas other commanders are either a warlord or a caster. In keeping with his "Special" status and being the "Perfect Warlord," perhaps he combines qualities of both classes. As a caster, he would be allowed into the Magic Kingdom, while being a warlord would account for why the other casters do not want him in the Magic Kingdom. Thus Janis' claims that he is a [[Hippiemancer]] and Maggie's statement that "This is not a place for warlords" could both be true at the same time.		*4) Parson is simply unique. He is noted as '''Special''' in which case perhaps he is both a warlord and a caster, whereas other commanders are either a warlord or a caster. In keeping with his "Special" status and being the "Perfect Warlord," perhaps he combines qualities of both classes. As a caster, he would be allowed into the Magic Kingdom, while being a warlord would account for why the other casters do not want him in the Magic Kingdom. Thus Janis' claims that he is a [[Hippiemancer]] and Maggie's statement that "This is not a place for warlords" could both be true at the same time.
-	*5) Parson is an undisputed non-caster and the anger of the other casters is the reason [[Maggie]] herself gave Parson when they left: "This is not a place for warlords." Parson showing up sword-in-hand from battle may have been the cause, however, all casters are warlords capable of leading troops and Parson's opening retort to his appearance through the portal {{ref \| [[TBFGK 140:2]]}} "...I don't know why I didn't disband. Maybe I count as a Mathamancer...or something" would tend to discount this last option and later the same is claimed by a [[carnymancer]] [http://www.erfworld.com/2012/11/book-2-%E2%80%93-page-96/] (which knowing [[~~Carnymancers~~]] probably means this claim is a trick and hence false).	+	*5) Parson is an undisputed non-caster and the anger of the other casters is the reason [[Maggie]] herself gave Parson when they left: "This is not a place for warlords." Parson showing up sword-in-hand from battle may have been the cause, however, all casters are warlords capable of leading troops and Parson's opening retort to his appearance through the portal {{ref \| [[TBFGK 140:2]]}} "...I don't know why I didn't disband. Maybe I count as a Mathamancer...or something" would tend to discount this last option and later the same is claimed by a [[carnymancer]] [http://www.erfworld.com/2012/11/book-2-%E2%80%93-page-96/] (which knowing [[Carnymancer]]s probably means this claim is a trick and hence false).

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-	If he is a [[Signamancer]], Parson may be a natural caster (per section above). The key evidence for this is that we don't know if natural casters disband when passing through the portal to the [[Magic Kingdom]], but we know non-casters do disband. Why is this fact important? If it were that clear cut and only casters can get through the Portal to the Magic Kingdom and not be disbanded, as [[Queen Bea]] used it to commit suicide, why did the casters in the Magic Kingdom get so upset about Parson getting 'in' in the first place? If it were cut and dried that only casters can get through the portal, then just by passing through the portal would be analogous to the right credentials. The fuss of the other casters in the Magic Kingdom to Parson's presence, gives appearance to a gray area between a regular caster, like Maggie, and a non-caster, like Queen Bea. Something that the reality of the portal admits, but from which regular casters draw a mental (social) distinction. The only thing known that fits that gray area is a natural caster, like an [[Archon]], which if you think about it is both a caster (to the Portal) and not a caster caster (perhaps to regular Casters) at the same time. The other options are that	+	If he is a [[Signamancer]], Parson may be a natural caster (per section above). The key evidence for this is that we don't know if [[natural casters]] [[disband]] when passing through the portal to the [[Magic Kingdom]], but we know non-casters do disband. Why is this fact important? If it were that clear cut and only casters can get through the Portal to the [[Magic Kingdom]] and not be [[disbanded]], as [[Queen Bea]] used it to commit suicide, why did the casters in the [[Magic Kingdom]] get so upset about Parson getting 'in' in the first place? If it were cut and dried that only casters can get through the portal, then just by passing through the portal would be analogous to the right credentials. The fuss of the other casters in the [[Magic Kingdom]] to Parson's presence, gives appearance to a gray area between a regular caster, like [[Maggie]], and a non-caster, like [[Queen Bea]]. Something that the reality of the portal admits, but from which regular casters draw a mental (social) distinction. The only thing known that fits that gray area is a natural caster, like an [[Archon]], which if you think about it is both a caster (to the Portal) and not a caster caster (perhaps to regular Casters) at the same time. The other options are that
-	*2) Parson is simply unique. He is noted as '''Special''' in which case perhaps he is immune to disbanding by the portal just as he was immune to disbanding for failing to follow Stanley's expressed orders (noted in "Parson the Signamancer" above and claimed later by a [[~~carnymancer~~]] [http://www.erfworld.com/2012/11/book-2-%E2%80%93-page-96/] which which knowing ~~carnymancers~~ probably means it is false.)	+	*2) Parson is simply unique. He is noted as '''Special''' in which case perhaps he is immune to disbanding by the portal just as he was immune to disbanding for failing to follow Stanley's expressed orders (noted in "Parson the [[Signamancer]]" above and claimed later by a [[Carnymancer]] [http://www.erfworld.com/2012/11/book-2-%E2%80%93-page-96/] (which which knowing [[Carnymancers]] probably means this claim is a trick and hence false.)
-	*3) Casters can innately and with absolute certainty (magically) recognize other casters and if Parson made it through the portal, but did not register to their innate and certain senses, then he's an interloper despite the Portal's acquiescence. The only question on this final option is then for what reason would have the angry casters believed [[Janis]] when she claimed Parson as a member of her tribe of casters? They agreed to what she said, but since Maggie thought Parson best leave immediately upon regaining consciousness it would appear Parson is either immune to disbanding, a gray area-possibly natural caster...or perhaps both.	+	*3) Casters can innately and with absolute certainty (magically) recognize other casters and if Parson made it through the portal, but did not register to their innate and certain senses, then he's an interloper despite the Portal's acquiescence. The only question on this final option is then for what reason would have the angry casters believed [[Janis]] when she claimed Parson as a member of her tribe of casters? They agreed to what she said, but since Maggie thought Parson best leave immediately upon regaining consciousness it would appear Parson is either immune to disbanding, a gray area-possibly natural caster...or perhaps both?
-	*4) Parson is an undisputed non-caster and the anger of the other casters is the reason Maggie herself gave Parson when they left: "This is not a place for warlords." Parson showing up sword-in-hand from battle may have been the cause, however, all casters are warlords capable of leading troops and Parson's opening retort to his appearance through the portal {{ref \| [[TBFGK 140:2]]}} "...I don't know why I didn't disband. Maybe I count as a Mathamancer...or something" would tend to discount this last option and later the same is claimed by a [[carnymancer]] [http://www.erfworld.com/2012/11/book-2-%E2%80%93-page-96/] which knowing ~~carnymancers~~ probably means it is ~~false.~~	+	*4) Parson is simply unique. He is noted as '''Special''' in which case perhaps he is both a warlord and a caster, whereas other commanders are either a warlord or a caster. In keeping with his "Special" status and being the "Perfect Warlord," perhaps he combines qualities of both classes. As a caster, he would be allowed into the Magic Kingdom, while being a warlord would account for why the other casters do not want him in the Magic Kingdom. Thus Janis' claims that he is a [[Hippiemancer]] and Maggie's statement that "This is not a place for warlords" could both be true at the same time.
-	* 5) Parson breaks so many of Erfworld's rules, then perhaps he is both a ~~warlord~~ and a caster, whereas other commanders are either a warlord or a caster. In keeping with his "Special" status and being the "Perfect Warlord," perhaps he combines qualities of both classes. As a caster, he would be allowed into the Magic Kingdom, while being a warlord would account for why the other casters do not want him in the Magic Kingdom. Thus Janis' claims that he is a Hippiemancer and Maggie's statement that "This is not a place for warlords" could both be true at the same time.	+	*5) Parson is an undisputed non-caster and the anger of the other casters is the reason [[Maggie]] herself gave Parson when they left: "This is not a place for warlords." Parson showing up sword-in-hand from battle may have been the cause, however, all casters are warlords capable of leading troops and Parson's opening retort to his appearance through the portal {{ref \| [[TBFGK 140:2]]}} "...I don't know why I didn't disband. Maybe I count as a Mathamancer...or something" would tend to discount this last option and later the same is claimed by a [[carnymancer]] [http://www.erfworld.com/2012/11/book-2-%E2%80%93-page-96/] (which knowing [[Carnymancers]] probably means this claim is a trick and hence false).

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