First Post [Video

[givenanonymity]

[One man, reaching middle age with a wary expression on his face. Then he smirks - the smirk dissolves into a smile but those who are observant, very very observant - might be aware that the smile is not genuine. He runs a hand through his hair with something tucked under his arm.]

I was going to have today off anyway. You know. I get that I'm not dreaming and I get that I'm not going to be able to get back.

[At that, his eyes widen and there's a sense - especially to those of you who might be extra observant that this might be a good thing. Or an unusual thing. It's not something he's had time to process yet.

The expression goes dark.]

Which is pretty fucking rude if you don't mind my saying so. There any order to this spontaneous kidnapping people for riding on turtles sort of thing?

[he is betting no. however.] This would be the part where I flash my badge and introduce myself as Detective Hoffman.[He does so. One handed out of habit before realizing it and sticking it back in his pocket.] ...or indulge that habit and ask people if there's anything that I need to know about being here that's not in the welcoming committee.

...I'd appreciate any response.

[And the policeman turns off the feed and waits.]

Comments

[givenanonymity]

...Who's the head of the police?

[Something in his tone says he'd like to work, like to think about anything else]

[lostundercover]

Evendu, I think? One of the Emperor's people.

Private -

[givenanonymity]

...And uh -

Where do those of us who are suddenly arriving here stand on this guy?

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[lostundercover]

That depends how closely you follow the laws. Some follow it to the letter, others of us have been arrested.

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[givenanonymity]

[Hoffman's face takes on a curiously blank look. Intent, almost...inhuman.

But it shifts to an eyebrow raise and he folds his hands, setting aside something he was carrying at his side.]

...Shame about those who have.

[No. not really] I think the idea would be to stand with people who're all in the same boat you know? Those of us who are visitors versus the natives?

Or am I wrong? I mean what kind of prison system do they have here?

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[lostundercover]

The prison system's not worth getting arrested over, I can tell you that. It's been us versus them in the past, sure, but right now, there's bigger shit going on. If we don't figure out a way to grow more food, we'll all starve.

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[givenanonymity]

Who's in charge of the food?

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[lostundercover]

The Emperor? Fuck if I know.

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[givenanonymity]

...Seems like that might be a thing to look into.

[Although he's speaking mostly to himself]

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[lostundercover]

It's governmental. I don't intend to break any food laws, so it hasn't been a problem. I recommend you do the same.

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[givenanonymity]

...Thanks for the tip man.

Anything else I oughta know?

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[lostundercover]

A lot, but I think you'll understand when I tell you I don't have time to explain right now.

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[givenanonymity]

If I need more, how can I ...find out information?

[contact you]

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[lostundercover]

The network's good. Ask around.