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[imaginate]

[ Hi Turtletopia, meet Kyle. He’s wearing a sleeveless deep green shirt, with the words YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE A STUBBORN JERK TO WORK HERE, BUT IT HELPS beneath the Lantern insignia. He’s leaning back in the chair, looking a lot more cheerful than he’s been over the past month. As always, he’s wearing his ring on his right hand. He’s broadcasting from an Earth Sector suite, quite utilitarian save for several maps and diagrams of flora and fauna that have been pinned to the walls, all of which are extremely detailed, a few of which are not finished.

He gives the screen a small wave and begins to speak, his tone even, matter-of-fact, self-assured. It’s not overbearing, but distinctly that of someone who, when he speaks, is used to being listened to, and obeyed. ]

Astrid Farnsworth is missing. [ A text document with her photograph and physical description is attached. There is a very brief clench of his jaw before he starts speaking again. ] If she owed you any debts, made any promises, let me know. Anyone who wants to pick up where she left off with the bakery in Water Sector now, it’s all yours.

[ Moving on. ]

Secondly, for those of you who need equipment, and don’t have the money or means to acquire it [ Constructs of a feather duster, an M16 rifle, and what looks like a portable electricity generator appear and disappear in quick succession. ] I can make pretty much anything, it’s all solid and it works just like ordinary stuff. [ Wryly: ] My sewing machines have been making your clothes for quite a while. [ Beat. ] If it’s new, don’t worry, I’m a quick learner. Size, complexity, not a problem. [ Another pause. ] It’s not permanent, just a stopgap measure if you’re in a tight spot and need a hand. Or five. [ On cue, five hands appear, wave merrily, and disappear. ]

Thirdly, if you have scanners, I’d like to know what you discovered when you tried to use them on the barrier. If you haven’t tried yet, I’d be happy to offer a lift so that we can make an attempt. To our magic users, this extends to you too. By magic, I don’t mean technology so advanced it can be misconstrued as magic, I mean [ emphasizes each word: ] actual proper magic. [ He frowns a little. ] Actually, I’d be interested to know what all of you feel specifically when you are around the barrier or trying to get through it. And just a word of advice, don’t try to fly through it. It’s pretty painful and the water’s cold. [ :/ ]

That’s all.

[ A pause. ]

Right. For those of you who’re new here. Hi. Kyle Rayner, Green Lantern Corps. Y’know. [ Self-deprecating smile. ] If you need a book moved from a tall shelf or something, the Lighthouse is at EA-3B.

[ A small two-finger salute, and signing off. ]


[30% ENCRYPTED | PEPPER POTTS]

[ This is solely because he doesn’t feel like pinging her publicly on the network. ]

Does your welcome brochure have a list of all available Foreigner-run clinics, with a list of personnel and available equipment?

[100% ENCRYPTED | FILTER: DICK GRAYSON, TIM DRAKE, DAMIAN WAYNE]

Hey. Got a favour to ask of you guys.

[100% ENCRYPTED | DAMIAN WAYNE]

[ The cheer is gone. This is Serious Business. ]

Let me know if there’s any chatter on this post, regarding that topic we discussed. I’ll be at the clinic today.

[ And another pause, as he considers what else to say. ]

I’ll see you soon, all right?

Comments

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[mrsarcastic003]

Fire away.

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[imaginate]

It's about the clone issue: Soranik wants to scan a few of you to check there's no weird stuff, but she doesn't know about your... other job.

[His tone suggests she won't be very happy when she finds out.]

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[onefouroneseven]

Lighthouse.

[ REALLY KYLE. ]

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[imaginate]

[Leans back in the chair like he owns the place.]

Connor's idea. Cool, huh?

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[backwordscompatible]

[She only maybe caught half those words, Kyle, as there was another, highly pressing matter that she felt needed to be addressed before they could move on:]

Nice shirt.

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[imaginate]

[A broad grin.]

Thanks. That all you got out of it?

[ TOTALLY NOT HERE ]

[wintershepherd]

[ But Jack giggles at "Lighthouse". Thank you Kyle, he needed that. ]

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[bowarmed]

The Lighthouse is catchy.

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[imaginate]

Just when I think you don't know how to be cool, you surprise me.

[fearlessherosheart]

I would examine it, only I am, at the moment, without power for my sorcery.

[The problem with 'magic' that is powered by a psychic connection to a volatile and probably artificial material that eats normal matter is that it's not amenable to travel offworld. Which is annoying because even without encountering so many Foreigners with odd powers, the magic practiced by 'Easterners' in Tazendra's own world doesn't suffer from that limitation.]

[imaginate]

[Why is she so blatantly admitting she's without power? She's either nuts or incredibly cunning.]

So, can you fix that problem?

[video; 100% encrypted]

[hackingyoursensors]

Sure, what's up?

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[imaginate]

[Kyle switches this one from the filter to private. He's not smiling, but he doesn't look unhappy either.]

I want to make sure there's no aftereffects from what happened to you with the zombies.

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[shorttempered]

[You lost him at one (well two) word(s):]

What's this about a sewing machine?

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[imaginate]

[Voila, a construct of one is floating in mid-air next to him. Showoff.]

This answer your question?

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[demon_brat]

I'll do it. Provided Father agrees.

[Yes, yes, he saw the request for Tim.]

And he won't sell me the sword.

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[imaginate]

I wouldn't go behind his back; I assumed you will ask him first anyway.

[Exhales. It wasn't what he was referring to when he meant topic of discussion... and well. He doesn't feel like impressing upon Damian that this is a failure.]

Okay, what are our options? Should we just take it?

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[jacketswag]

Nice shirt.

[His matches. But has more swag, by default, because it's on him.]

You a handyman now?

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[imaginate]

Could be.

[bro pls. He's just gonna cut the feed, waltz to your window, and smirk at you wearing the same shirt.]

I make this look good.

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[tactile_telekinesis]

So is that your take on the whole Batcave thing? Gotta admit, sounds way cooler.

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[imaginate]

Y'think?

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[refusing]

[Have a wave and a grin, Kyle.]

Look at you! Taking charge of everything. [She's proud, okay.]

I'd offer to help with your friend's bakery, but I dunno the first thing about any of that.

[A pause.]

Like the shirt, by the way.

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[imaginate]

[He ducks his head; ROSE STOP COMPLIMENTING HIM :|]

Thanks, uh. I don't think there's anyone left here who can bake, sadly. Those croissants were divine.

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[traumatizing]

[Sorry Kyle, Terry thinks what you're doing is great and this is a really important post and all, but he just.] "The Lighthouse"?

[SUPERHEROES.]

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[imaginate]

Pretty cool, huh?

[Sorry Terry, he is a grade-A dork and thinks this is the most awesome name ever.]

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[candystriped]

[ Stocking is among those who tried to fly through it :| ]

Sure, now somebody thinks to tell the rest of us about flying too close to that barrier. Thanks for nothing, asshole.

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[imaginate]

[EYEBROW UP.]

Let's be honest here, if someone had told you, would you have listened?

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[bindsthedead]

I'm a mage, if you're still looking for help investigating the barrier.

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[imaginate]

[Hm, this one. He's seen her over the network a few times - well it's not his place to judge if she wants to give people magical abilities or not. He'd once had to hand out rings (but it had been out of necessity). None of this shows in his tone, or his smile.]

I am, yeah. Have you tried leaving?

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[crotcharrow]

Shit, seriously?

[He frowns about Astrid. He liked her!]

I was gonna help out at the bakery with deliveries. I can't exactly do that now when nobody is baking stuff.

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[imaginate]

Seriously. [Kyle looks sombre.] I looked everywhere. Guess you'll need another job.