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[dow]

Greetings. I am Commander Spock of the USS Enterprise, a Starfleet contingent of the United Federation of Planets. I understand that we are temporally isolated as well as spatially displaced and that this is not a subdivision of any one possible multiverse, neither a pocket dimension of any one universe, but a unique quantum singularity linking many and each possible variation thereof. If others here have scientific findings of this nature, I pre-emptively extend my gratitude in the event of any information being divulged.

[ AKA pls share ur theories. He's not human, in case anyone with eyes and ears missed the blatant memo staring them in the face, the approximation of what would happen were a dollop of raw science and a great jawline to get mixed with an elf in a blender. Spock pauses thoughtfully, glancing away, and a single slender brow arches when he looks back; there are likely a great deal of customs to be observed from numerous new species and races, none of which he seeks to offend. ]

It has been brought to my attention that this is not my first foray into Keeliai. While I would request that you exert a measure of patience with my ... freshly acquired outlook, you will find me amenable to revisiting former acquaintances. [ Again he hesitates, though this time it comes across as more of an amendment. If you've been hanging out with his BFF, prepare to explain why, how and to what end. ] Similarly, I wish to meet with any and all allies of Captain James T. Kirk at their earliest convenience.

All remaining Starfleet personnel are to submit a fully comprehensive report effective immediately regarding their time here. Audio will suffice, given the circumstances.

[ And off goes the feed. ]

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[alphatar]

[Still down about Dinah leaving, Korra doesn’t feel up to going anywhere and she stays on the network. Keeping track of new faces, hoping that her former mentor would somehow miraculously reappear and just when she’s about to get some water a badge catches her eye.]

So you’re Spock. [Interested, Korra puts her elbows on her desk and looks him over, pointy ears and all.] Didn’t get to meet you last time you were here. I’m Korra.

[Beat.]

Jim’s my friend.

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[dow]

[ Tilting his head curiously, he arches a brow. ]

How long has it been since your relationship with the captain acquired this distinction?

[ Because depending on the duration of a friendship in this place, it will surely tell him which individuals Jim has found worth in, one way or another. Whether Korra is steadfast, reliable, etc, friendship is very much a bartering system to that effect. It wavers when undervalued by one individual, he has observed. ]

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[cmdreffingshepard]

Commander Spock. [Shepard gives a nod of her head - she's not shocked at all by his appearance, though none of the alien species from her world look like this guy. He looks nearly human.

Which is kinda funny, because some of the least human-looking people here actually do consider themselves human, from Earth and everything. This place never gets less weird. Still! Shepard is always professional, and his words definitely pinged her.]

I'm Commander Shepard, SSV Normandy. Human Systems Alliance navy. I know Captain Kirk, and Doctor McCoy.

There are definitely some people here working on the science of this place. Doctor Banner has been doing some research into it - into the multiverse theory, anyway, from what I understand. I'm no scientist, but I'm happy to answer any questions you may have.

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[dow]

Thank you, Commander. [ Thanks are, well, superfluous to mention at this juncture, but then again Terran niceties aren't all that difficult to observe in small affectations here and there. ] Any questions I pose may grossly undermine your experiences. I would be gratified to hear of whatever you are willing to discuss on the topic, if you would oblige me.

[ Mentally noting Doctor Banner to address later, at her suggestion. ]

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[asouthron]

[ Okay, McCoy totally waits until shock and relief wears off before acknowledging this transmission. He's got a reputation to maintain. ]

Well, well... You're like a stubborn weed, Mr. Spock, popping back up when someone least expects it.

And You will submit to a fully comprehensive physical effective just as immediately.

[ Is that devilish glee glinting in his eyes? Probably. ]

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[dow]

I am willing to submit to a physical.

[ It's logical to do so in an alien world, okay, don't be so smug!! Psh. ]

As you are currently at your leisure to bandy insults, Doctor, I remind you that your report is still outstanding and urge you to make constructive use of your free time.

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[parallels]

Commander.

[A small brown-haired young lady gives him a brief salute. Clara had known Spock for only a short time when he was here last. She knew little about him other than he was Jim's friend. And that's enough for her. She's grinning, at least because she's thinking of how pleased Jim will be to have Spock back.]

I'm ad-[She stops. From what little she knows of Spock, the whole "Admiral" joke probably isn't the best thing to lead in with.] Clara. Clara Oswald. Jim is my friend. Chekov too. So definitely in the ally category, I'd say.

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[dow]

Miss Oswald. [ A terse nod. ] Please clarify. How did you become acquainted with the captain and ensign?

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[constants]

[ She never met Spock when he was here before. But now she has all of Jim's memories so she knows Spock anyway. And Jim has a lot of emotions regarding him and it takes her a little while to still her face back to her standard stoicism. Her voice is as still as her face, completely neutral. ]

Hello, Commander Spock, I am the Archive. We did not meet before, but I am an acquaintance of Mister Kirk. As for theories regarding this world, you should most likely include magic into your understanding of how this world functions.

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[dow]

Greetings, Archive. "Magic" is an illogical conclusion and has too broad a range of definition to serve accurately, a superstition that numerous cultures adhere to which circumvents an explanation based in fact. [ It's not that he doesn't suppose something called magic exists, but he's certainly not adopting it as a viable method of reasoning without some evidence that supports a method of application. ] Please clarify.

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[skybluejeep]

[Forgive him, he's in nerd-boy heaven.]

I, um. Hi. I actually do have a theory. About all this alternate dimension stuff. But it's definitely not one that's gonna make me any friends so I don't talk about it. I mean I'll tell you if you want, but you'll probably get super freaked out and pissed off at me and um I'm Stiles, by the way.

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[dow]

I fail to understand how M-theory directly relates to a lack of increase in peers. Neither is "super freaked out" — [ is he being wry or pedantic, we'll never know ] — an option for any variation of response as I am Vulcan, a race which eschews emotion and renders your concerns moot.

[ Half-Vulcan, but there's no need to go discussing personal matters. ]

You do not have cause to appear distressed, Mr. Stiles.

[ Relax, kid. You don't have to be nervous around him unless he demands an essay off you, someday. Then you have leave to weep. ]

[vedio]

[fearlessherosheart]

Surely you are aware of the existence of other worlds. While the Emperor's powers are not common, she is simply able to open a necromantic gate. I am more curious as to where she is getting the energy required, though I believe it, like other abilities you would term 'magic', comes from the turtle beneath our feet.

[the woman has a rather Vulcan cast to her ears, but her face is otherwise human, both in face structure and in emotion]

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[dow]

If you will re-familiarize yourself with my address, you will note that I did not factor a belief system into it. To do so would not only have been illogical but superfluous to the task at hand. Naturally, I am aware of M-theory.

[ He needs more data to work off though, so; ] If you would please clarify the role of the turtle.

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[wintershepherd]

You're back!

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[dow]

Your communicator is suffering a malfunction. Please adjust your viewscreen accordingly.

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[jirk]

[In the time since Spock left his house, Jim's acquired an apple. Which he's actually not chewing like an obnoxious asshole! He does point at the camera with said apple in hand, though.]

Those reports are probably better done in person, Mister Spock. I have reason to believe Khan's been hacking our communiques.

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[dow]

[ Khan. Of course he has. ]

I will have the crew attend directly to my suite. [ Which he won't name on here now, ever. ] Do you require a summary once their reports are concluded?

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[starcharter]

I think it would be best if I gave my report in person, Commander. This network is not entirely secure.

[There's a twist to his expression that says he's not happy about this. He's bothered that his encryptions never seem to be strong enough.]

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[dow]

The captain has since informed me. You will meet me by — [ cue a description of a specific fire fountain he discovered earlier, along with some directions. That's the best he's going to give as to his location over the network, especially when a madman might note down his residence. ]

From there, I will lead both yourself and Doctor McCoy to my suite respectively.

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[bonvivant]

A rather calm reaction for such an extreme circumstance. [He's not one to talk, because his own reaction was almost as deadpan, but he hasn't seen too many others react in the same way.]

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[dow]

Panic serves no purpose. [ And Jim is here so he's already toned down his alarm a lot, but that hardly bears discussing with a stranger. ] Neither do you appear given to overly emotive public displays.

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[imaginate]

[He spent a while with his finger hovering over the reply button. This should be easier. It's Spock, who's uncomplicated, easy to talk to, who he befriended, and deeply misses. He kept quiet, seeing how much it hurt Jim not to have him around, and Jim didn't need somebody else's pain on top of his own. Looking at Spock now, Kyle feels like something's reached into him and closed an icy fist around his heart.]

[Well, they don't call him fearless for nothing. He flicks on the feed; He is seated in a room which suggests Water Sector, an office. It is well-lit, quite clean, but lived in. A few paintings are in the background, tucked together like books on a shelf. He's wearing his uniform, a resplendent green and black, the insignia on the left side of his chest, and a matching ring.]

[And then, slowly, he holds up a hand, in the Vulcan salute, Spock'd taught him how to do it properly.]

Hey, Spock. Welcome back.

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[dow]

[ Taken aback for a handful of moments, he returns the ta'al with not a little curiosity in tow. Never mind manners, he's intrigued. ]

You are familiar with Vulcan custom. I take it you are a former acquaintance of mine, one that I do not recall. [ He'd say something along the lines of a welcome being pointless when he never wanted to come here, but humans will be humans. It's easier to let their sentiments slide. ] Please identify yourself.

[mightythinice]

Are you for real?

[dow]

If I am not, then by this point it will be a serious cause for concern.

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[watcheslanterns]

[Rapunzel looks curious as her feed turns on.]

I'm sorry, but what's a Starfleet?

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[dow]

Starfleet is a peacekeeping armada, the deep-space exploratory and defense service maintained by the United Federation of Planets.

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[solo_patria]

[Here is an Enjolras, nodding at the screen in a sort of greeting for one in similar straits, though they have come from different places.]

Scientific discoveries or information is something I do not have, though I am told that I am like you, in that I was here in a time before I remember. It is...an odd existence at first, hearing such things.

I was given a suggestion though, when I spoke of it. You might check the back postings to this network to learn a little more of what "you" have done here. It proved to be fairly helpful to fill in the lines on some questions I've had.

And...welcome to the turtle, I suppose.

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[dow]

It is a fascinating experience, to learn of ones autonomy without recalling it. [ More than he'll admit when a lifetime's worth once shared his own dimension. ] I will follow your advice. The technology here appears limited, it should not take long to unearth my recent history.

Mr —?

[angermanaging]

Spock. Hi. [Bruce doesn't look at all surprised to see him, or like he has any feelings on it one way or the other. He does spare a brief thought that it's probably a relief for Jim.]

We... met. When you were here before. Did some work together. Uh-- and I'm a friend of Jim's. [Identifying himself as anyone's friends is still kind of novel to Bruce.]

[dow]

Mr —? [ It's perfectly alright not to broadcast emotions. After speaking to a great many people today, this man is something of a balm. ] I am curious as to the work we did together. Are you at liberty to provide further information?

[wingedwarrior]

The arrivals are starting back up, I see. [She'd been curious as to whether or not they'd come back with how long they went without anyone new coming in.]

So you're a friend of our resident charming captain. [Said with a slight lace of playful sarcasm. It's definitely not malicious.] I'm not sure about this being a pocket dimension, or some single universe. All I know for certain is we're somewhere between "dreaming, death, and life".

[dow]

This is not a pocket dimension. For it to qualify under such a distinction, there would only be natives of one world. Pocket dimensions do not exist between multiple universes but within the bounds of the singular, hence I believe this to be a nexus capable of direct contact with each respective world represented here in the suspension of space-time.

[ Ah, science. At least that still makes sense. ]

"Dreaming, death and life" may mean unconsciousness, mere dreams — or rather, nightmares. It could imply we are near to expiring in our reality, locked inside our minds. There is no way of knowing. I find further speculation a moot point at this juncture and will attempt to gather clearer data before postulating a final theory.

[ He nods curtly, not impolite but efficient with a hint of subsumed humor as he adds, ]

I do indeed know my captain, Miss —?

I apologize if this is overstepping, but he's a canon Trekkie

[spiderkid]

Ohmygod, you're Spock. You're really Spock!

the original series refs are fine, np o/

[dow]

[ That's ... an odd reaction. ]

I am. Who are you?

video; sorry for the late!!

[dunhaming]

[ Olivia is eating a sandwich and spinning her chair when the video turns on. She even talks with food in her mouth. ]

Let me guess, you're a Vulcan.

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[dow]

I am. Have you been following other correspondences?

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[khan_artist]

Mr. Spock.

[A greeting spoken with a cool, calm demeanor; and yet the words seem to reach out from the speakers to claw at the air.]

I see no point in welcoming you to Keeliai, most have already done so. [Yes, he waited to respond until much later.]

No doubt that you’ve found them to be helpful.

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[dow]

[ No. Inwardly bristling, he watches him narrowly and fights the urge to return to Jim's side. ]

What are your intentions while detained in this nexus?