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[bonvivant]

[Hannibal stands centered in front of the camera, looking oddly calm and not disheveled in the slightest.]

I suppose I should make a proper introduction, and this seems the best way to do it although it's dreadfully impersonal.

I am Dr. Hannibal Lecter. I'm a psychiatrist, and was a physician for many years before my retirement from that field. However, if I've understood correctly we are facing some difficult times here, so I am happy to offer my medical services if needed. A shame about the rationing, too. Proper nutrition is essential, and there's nothing quite like a well-cooked meal.

But, regardless of the situation, I am very pleased to meet you all and I hope we can get to know each other better.

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[bonvivant]

I'm afraid you're correct. In a situation like this, large groups often fall into chaos. But as individuals, I hope we can remain somewhat level-headed.

[hammer]

You and me both, man.

I'm Justin Hammer, by the way. Sorry. Probably should have introduced myself sooner.

[bonvivant]

It's alright. A pleasure to meet you.

Have you been here long?

[hammer]

A little less than a month. Two weeks, I think. Close to three, maybe. It's weird at first, but you settle in eventually. You start getting used to it. Even if it doesn't always make sense.

[bonvivant]

It seems some people have been here a lot longer than that. I don't suppose anyone's proven the claim that no time passes back home while we're here?

[hammer]

Not that I know of. I think maybe some people have been here before, at least it's sounded that way over the network, but I don't know what happened when they left.