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[subject223]

[ The video turns on to a view of a man’s face, and those observant enough to notice nitpicky details might realize that this is a man who’s familiar with and comfortable using strange bits of technology. There’s no fear in his eyes, no outward confusion or panic. He looks calm and in control, and when he speaks, he sounds like it, too. ]

Hello. My name’s Steve Rogers and I just recently arrived from a city called New York. I was debriefed about the situation and I wanted to offer my help to anyone who needs it.

[ He pauses for a moment as he collects his thoughts. These days, it’s not often that he goes somewhere that people aren’t at least slightly familiar with who he is. Providing a brief resume is a somewhat novel experience. ]

I’ve been a soldier for a long time, but I’m also good with my hands. Construction, farming, hunting, good old-fashioned heavy lifting, I can help with that. I can speak a number of languages, too, if anyone needs translations done. I know I’m new, but I want to pull my weight. So if you know anyone who might need a hand with something, let me know.

[ Offering a faint smile, he gives the camera a short nod. ]

Thanks for your time.

Comments

[donttouch]

His team, probably? I mean, he's their leader.

And I guess all the people who voted for him, but they probably don't know who he is beyond the guy with the shield, you know? Plus the whole country was falling apart and everyone was pretty desperate.

[subject223]

What happened to the country? It wasn't Norman Osborne, was it?

[donttouch]

_{( She thinks briefly of Peter, but shakes her head. )}

It was a lot of things. Mostly these guys called HYDRA brainwashing people and making the country to fight itself.

[subject223]

Hydra's a part of my world too. They've been trying to take it over since World War Two.

[donttouch]

...at least they're persistent nutjobs?

[subject223]

That's really the best that can be said for them.

[donttouch]

Least none of them ended up here.

[subject223]

That's some of the best news I've heard all day. But if any of them do show up, I'll take care of them. They're not harming this place too.

[donttouch]

Uh, right. Good luck with that.

[subject223]

Thanks. They show up, I'm going to need it.

[donttouch]

Guess I could offer you some backup, too. Punching guys who deserve it is always fun.

[subject223]

I'd never turn down an offer of help. I'd be glad to have you at my back, Rogue.

[donttouch]

Uh, thanks. Captain.

[subject223]

Call me Steve.

[donttouch]

Yeah, that's not gonna be weird, at all.

[subject223]

That bad, huh? Well then, whatever makes you most comfortable. I'd rather you didn't feel weird every time you talk to me.

[donttouch]

I'll get used to it. Maybe.

[subject223]

I hope so.