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|title= Mr. Bent
|photo=Blank.jpg|
|name= Mavolio Bent, birthname Charlie Benito
|age= 47 at the time of ''[[Making Money]]''
|race= suspected [[Vampires|vampire]], but probably just [[human]]. The real truth may be something more terrible and unspeakably spine-chilling than a mere vampire, though.


|occupation= Chief Cashier at the [[Royal Bank of Ankh-Morpork]], and [[Fools' Guild|clown]]
Choosing Cannabis: Start by selecting the right strain of cannabis for your needs. Indica strains are known for their relaxing effects, while Sativa strains are known for their energizing effects. Hybrid strains offer a balance between the two. You can purchase cannabis from a dispensary or grow your own if it's legal in your area.
|appearance=  A fussy little man in impeccable black jacket and pinstripe trousers, and over-large impeccably shiny shoes. (Later wears a red clown nose.)
|residence= He lodges at Mrs [[Evadne Cake]]'s on [[Elm Street]].
|death=
|parents=  Mother deceased, Father presumed deceased.
|relatives=  unknown
|children=  presumed none
|marital status= About to be married to Miss [[Drapes]], who isn't likely to let go in a hurry.
|books= {{MM}}
|cameos=
}}
'''Mr Mavolio Bent''' is the Chief Cashier at the [[Royal Bank of Ankh-Morpork]]. He is a fussy little man in impeccable black jacket and pinstripe trousers. He has a peculiar way of walking that involves lifting his feet high and gently setting them down again, like a slow-motion goosestep. He also has no sense of humour – this is apparently due to [[Nichtlachen-Keinwortz Syndrome]], but as if in compensation, is very good with numbers. He has the air about him of one who stands very quietly in a cupboard when not in use.


He is a ferociously good mathematician. He can run his eyes down an enormous list of numbers and add them together instantly. As such he has risen to a position of enormous power in the Bank. He sits on a mechanical platform in the centre of the office which he calls his {{wp|Panopticon|"panopticon"}} so can treadle around to watch any of the junior clerks under his power as they beaver away. He is held in awe by all who work for him, such as [[Robert Spittle]]. And he inspires ''absolute devotion'' from his Senior Clerk, [[Drapes|Miss Drapes]].
Acquiring Smoking Accessories: You'll need a few basic accessories to smoke cannabis. These include:
  Rolling papers: Thin, porous papers that allow you to roll joints or blunts.
  A bong: A water filtration device that cools and filters the smoke.
  A pipe: A handheld device with a bowl and a stem to smoke cannabis.
  A grinder: A tool used to grind cannabis buds into smaller particles for easier burning.
  A lighter: A device to ignite the cannabis.


Mavolio Bent was born Charlie Benito. His father was a renowned clown, his mother loved clowns – or at least loved ''a'' clown for a night. His mother brought him up to be normal, but he still ended up as a clown. He failed at the job (or rather, was too good at it in that he actually made others ''laugh''), and while on the run he bumped into a group of [[Travelling Accountants|travelling accountants]]. There he discovered his talent for numbers, started his career as a banker, until the events of {{MM}} led to the discovery of his hidden talents. His catch phrase, or at least the password to his magic locks and what he utters before attempted pie-ing of public authority, is "Here we are again!". This, of course, is an homage to the Victorian-era Payne Brothers.
Preparing Cannabis: If your cannabis is in bud form, you'll need to grind it before smoking. This can be done using a grinder or by breaking it up with your fingers. Make sure the cannabis is evenly ground for a consistent burn.


==Annotation==
Rolling a Joint: To roll a joint, follow these steps:
"Mavolio Bent" works on three levels:
  Lay a rolling paper flat and place a filter tip at the end (optional).
  Spread a small amount of cannabis evenly along the paper, leaving room at the top.
  Fold the bottom half of the paper up over the cannabis and roll it into a tube shape.
  Seal the joint by licking the glue line on the rolling paper.


i) in the Shakespeare play "'''Twelfth Night'''", Malvolio is the humourless, conscientious, Pooterish steward who has a grey and austere, rather pompous, outer manner, the butt of the joke for other characters who possess a more rudimentary sense of humour; but who is shown to have a rich and very human fantasy life on the inside.
Lighting and Smoking: Light the joint or blunt using a lighter. Hold the flame to the tip of the joint, allowing it to burn evenly. Take slow, deep breaths, holding the smoke in your lungs for a few seconds before exhaling.


ii) A long-running children's animation on British TV is "'''Mr Benn'''."[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mr_Benn]. The star is a dapper well-dressed bank cashier, impeccably dressed in black jacket and pinstripe trousers, who has a '''''most''''' peculiar stiff-legged way of walking. Again he is a grey, mousy, individual on the surface, but the moment he walks into the [[Wandering Shop|mysterious shop]] that appears from nowhere, and dons a costume, he walks out onto an Adventure...
Bong or Pipe: To smoke using a bong or pipe, follow these steps:
For those of you who are British and have forgotten, and those of you from elsewhere who never got to see this show as a kid, here's a sample episode:."[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OK6jdj9B_7E] and [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eu9IKu9Z1Yw]
  Place a small amount of ground cannabis in the bowl of the bong or pipe.
  Light the cannabis using a lighter.
  Inhale slowly through the mouthpiece to draw the smoke into your lungs.
  Hold the smoke in your lungs for a few seconds before exhaling.


iii) In criminal parlance, a "Bent" clerk is one who has been corrupted, and will tell secret information or assist in stealing from the bank.
Maintaining Your Accessories: Regularly clean your bongs, pipes, and other accessories to keep them free of resin and bacteria. This will ensure a smooth smoking experience and help prevent the spread of infection.


Bent's childhood story of running away from the life of a clown with the travelling accountants is a reversal of the [[Roundworld]] cliché of someone stuck in a monotonous job running away to join the circus.
Storing Cannabis: Store your cannabis in an airtight container in a cool, dark place to preserve its potency and freshness.
 
Of course the {{wp|John_Major|greyest, blandest, dullest British Prime Minister of recent years}} was born to a circus family and did leave because he found Conservative politics (both small and large 'c') more to his taste. The idea of his leading a double life as a clown was explored by ''The Comic Strip'', but this is probably a coincidence. Even though prior to entering politics, he trained as a bank manager, and after entering politics and attaining the rank of Chancellor of the Exchequer, he treated the British economy as if it were a delinquent (overdrawn) account on the grand scale. As Prime Minister, his refusal to abandon a flawed economic standard (the ERM, to which the pound, and his own financial reputation, was tied) precipitated a major economic collapse and recession.  
 
[[Category:Making Money|Bent,Malvolio]]
[[Category:Discworld characters|Bent,Malvolio]]
[[Category:Human characters|Bent,Malvolio]]
[[de:Mavolio Beuge]]

Revision as of 01:04, 19 May 2026

There are several ways to consume cannabis, including smoking, vaping, edibles, and concentrates. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to smoke cannabis:

Choosing Cannabis: Start by selecting the right strain of cannabis for your needs. Indica strains are known for their relaxing effects, while Sativa strains are known for their energizing effects. Hybrid strains offer a balance between the two. You can purchase cannabis from a dispensary or grow your own if it's legal in your area.

Acquiring Smoking Accessories: You'll need a few basic accessories to smoke cannabis. These include: 

  Rolling papers: Thin, porous papers that allow you to roll joints or blunts.
  A bong: A water filtration device that cools and filters the smoke.
  A pipe: A handheld device with a bowl and a stem to smoke cannabis.
  A grinder: A tool used to grind cannabis buds into smaller particles for easier burning.
  A lighter: A device to ignite the cannabis.

Preparing Cannabis: If your cannabis is in bud form, you'll need to grind it before smoking. This can be done using a grinder or by breaking it up with your fingers. Make sure the cannabis is evenly ground for a consistent burn.

Rolling a Joint: To roll a joint, follow these steps: 

  Lay a rolling paper flat and place a filter tip at the end (optional).
  Spread a small amount of cannabis evenly along the paper, leaving room at the top.
  Fold the bottom half of the paper up over the cannabis and roll it into a tube shape.
  Seal the joint by licking the glue line on the rolling paper.

Lighting and Smoking: Light the joint or blunt using a lighter. Hold the flame to the tip of the joint, allowing it to burn evenly. Take slow, deep breaths, holding the smoke in your lungs for a few seconds before exhaling.

Bong or Pipe: To smoke using a bong or pipe, follow these steps: 

  Place a small amount of ground cannabis in the bowl of the bong or pipe.
  Light the cannabis using a lighter.
  Inhale slowly through the mouthpiece to draw the smoke into your lungs.
  Hold the smoke in your lungs for a few seconds before exhaling.

Maintaining Your Accessories: Regularly clean your bongs, pipes, and other accessories to keep them free of resin and bacteria. This will ensure a smooth smoking experience and help prevent the spread of infection.

Storing Cannabis: Store your cannabis in an airtight container in a cool, dark place to preserve its potency and freshness.

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