video »

[dow]

[ The vouchers on offer have been put to good use. Witness one Vulcan wrapped up in a couple of high-neck, long-sleeved sweaters where he sits in front of the screen. There's no way of regulating the temperature as accurately as he could on the Enterprise, so the curtains are also drawn to stave off the encroaching cold and, in the comfort of his own abode, he's donned a thick cardigan that looks like a customized blanket. Winter, nngh. So while Spock looks a lot fluffier, his tone is just as businesslike as usual. ]

Many of the foreign recipes I am familiar with have little bearing on the available ingredients in the market and as such may not be employed here. I would be grateful for suggestions on supplemental dishes and am willing to provide recompense for any assistance provided. On a different note, if there are any individuals with an inclination toward telepathy, I am curious as to whether any of them know where it would be most opportune to try and establish a meld with the turtle. That said, they would be welcome to participate in a psychic foray being made. I was told that this has never been attempted by a great number of minds and find the unexplored concept fascinating.

I am familiar with the weight of a great many consciousnesses and amenable to hosting temporary mental immersion with others.

[ In other words, Spock is happy to be the Red Ranger in a group setting where other minds might need to rely on him for direction or support. He goes on, lifting a hand-written stack of notes off his lap. ]

Ellie, I have compiled more information concerning space and attached a short questionnaire to serve as your homework. Please contact me at your earliest convenience to collect your personalized astronomy file.

Comments

audio;

[zinthosmantra]

I wouldn't recommend trying to establish a telepathic link with the turtle.

audio;

[dow]

Do you have previous experience in this regard?

video

[sophos]

[this blonde girl sure looks exhausted, and her tone is a bit long suffering, mostly because of the topic at hand.] It's impossible. Talking to the turtle, I mean - unless he comes to you in a dream.

video

[dow]

I was led to believe that an en masse link has never been attempted and the outcome cannot be determined. How did you arrive at such a certainty?

Video;

[parallels]

[Oh wow. What a get up. It's kind of hilariously adorable. Thankfully, she hides it behind a cough and she has a cold so it's the perfect cover.]

I can teach you how to bake. If you fancy it.

Video;

[dow]

[ Oh, no, she's ill. Tea friend please survive!! ]

That would be a useful skill to learn. What do you suggest that we bake? [ A pause, and then, ] If you are sick, I recommend the services of Doctor McCoy.

video;

[superieure]

[Hi Spock. Have a smartly dressed young woman scrutinising you.]

I'm a telepath; I'm willing to accompany you.

video;

[dow]

I am being contacted by people who are attempting to dissuade me from embarking on such a task. While weighing the risks, I will keep you informed once a comprehensive list of possible side-effects may be compiled.

May I ask your name?

Re: video;

[fuckcable]

Are you both fucking idiots? Am I the only guy who checks old feeds when he turns up? Xavier already tried to mind link with it and wound up with a three week migraine or some bullshit.

Video;

[veryveryfrightening]

[If Spock has never seen a six foot five figure of legend keep a laugh in by quaking his shoulders, he has now.]

Would you care for my vouchers? I can still see some of you.

[He'll stop, just give him a few more seconds.]

A tankard of ale, a roasted pheasant, and a companion is all you'd need to stay warm.

Video;

[dow]

[ THIS IS WHY THOR IS A GENTLEMAN even if he can't stop his giggling, psh. ]

That would be most kind. Thank you. [ Maybe he'll get a hat, hmm. Yes. ] Alcohol has no effect on me, I cannot eat meat and as a touch-telepath I find it uncomfortable to be in extended contact with others. My natural body temperature is quite high, although I am unused to the fluctuations of the seasons on Earth and within this realm.

video;

[oyaji]

You like fried rice? [ Ho ho, meet the stir fry extraordinaire! ] I make a mean dish of fried rice, man!

video;

[dow]

How does cruelty factor into frying rice?

[ 'Mean', what. ]

video;

[mightythinice]

Holy shit.

[see Ellie. See Ellie grin wide and practically jump for joy-- well, little bounces of joy. Close enough, right?]

You came through! You're really gonna teach me! Where do I get it? Fire, water, what section, huh? I'm so ready.

[she grins and exhales, a small 'pbbt' from her lips before her next statement]

Pfff. So, it's not a recipe, but roasting stuff over a fire works pretty good if I do say so myself.

video;

[dow]

Vulcans do not lie. Your enthusiasm for the subject is clear and I am willing to furnish you with the tools needed to broaden your horizons.

[ He sends her an encrypted address to ME-3A, what with Khan lurking around. Ellie will be able to access it but no one else.

He pauses and adds, ] You are suggesting a barbecue?

video

[looksfine]

[Aya...is impervious to the change in temperature, registering it as little more than a series of readings on her scanner. As such, she appears on screen as she always does.]

[The information regarding recipes was of little consequence to her, as she did not eat. She would have not responded at all, had the references to telepathy and something called mind-melding not piqued her interest.]

Please elaborate on your current understanding and precise definition of mental immersion.

video

[dow]

[ Promptly, he responds. ]

Vulcans are capable to joining their thoughts with another's through a practice known as a mind-meld. In it, memories may be accessed or neural pathways healed depending on the nature of treatment required. In this instance, I can provide support and a coherent direction to any telepaths who wish to echo my practices on the turtle in an attempt to join with it.

If this is not sufficient data, please specify your area of interest.

video;

[asoothingvoice]

[Here, have McCoy's cohort in arms at the clinic. There's also an attached file of several recipes along with this. Most of them are originally Mexican food, just adapted to what's here.]

I've experimented a bit with what they have around here, and these are a few that came out pretty well.

video;

[dow]

[ Recipesss. Yes, good. ]

These appear promising as I am partial to spicy food. Thank you for your assistance, miss —?

audio;

[dunhaming]

[ Olivia sounds as cheerful as last time they talked, but there's a forced quality to it. ]

If you're looking for baked goods, I run a bakery.

audio;

[dow]

[ Whereas Spock is as placid as ever. ]

Do you sell any produce that does not contain sucrose or similar additives?

video;

[constants]

[ Their last conversation took a terrible turn, but maybe cooking can bring them together! ...Or at least won't be so disastrous as before. The Archive is also bundled up for the cold weather with a long sleeved dress and thick knit cardigan. ]

If you would like, I can write out a list of what local ingredients I know how to cook with and what their closest equivalent on Earth would be.

video;

[dow]

[ Cardigan buddies! Clearly, this is another sign of her advanced mind. ]

That would be very useful, thank you. Are you also opposed to the shift in climate change?

video;

[bonvivant]

I know many recipes and while I've had to improvise a bit here, most of them carry over fairly well.

video;

[dow]

That would be most useful, thank you. Do you know of any vegetarian options?

video;

[relatable]

I'm not the best at it, but I know someone here who could be a gourmet chef. [Oh, the things she has eaten.]

video;

[dow]

If the dishes are vegetarian, I am willing to solicit their talents. Who are they?

[backinakidflash]

Interested in pizza or mac and cheese? Or, y'know... near approximations.

[dow]

What is the mac part of "mac and cheese"?

text; anon location

[demon_brat]

Not that anything seen and heard so far makes me believe this information will be paid attention to, but there may be some reminders that seem necessary.

First, with some of the people who've been on the network and who have not been completely verified gone, [oh, like Khan] this is incredibly trusting, as announcing one's intentions go. Probably harmfully so.

Second, as already's been stated twice, previous attempts to communicate with the turtle directly have had very bad results. Apparently, nobody learns from others' experiences, but only their own, like complete idiots. At least you'll be the only ones who suffer the consequences.

Third, when he can, he comes to people. In dreams. But I guess patience is too much to ask for.

Good day, Spock, Monet.

[And he won't respond, because there's only so much of dismissal he can take, but he'll continue following what's happening.]

Video

[fuckcable]

[Golf clap.]

video | fleet encryption

[jirk]

No. No, no, no. No. I am ordering you, no psychic shenanigans with the turtle, Spock. Everyone who's ever tried it has ended up unconscious and drooling on the floor, okay?

[OR. SO HE'S HEARD he's never talked to any of the people directly. BUT STILL. You are his bro and he would pick you up off the floor afterwards but that doesn't mean he wants to see you try it in the first place.]

video | fleet encryption

[dow]

I have a substantial file of these occurrences that I intend to study before attempting a meld, Captain.

[ He probably couldn't sound more plaintive if he tried. ]

[Video]

[tactile_telekinesis]

[Someone is almost as equally wrapped up as Spock. Only he has a hat and ear muffs. He sniffs and wipes his nose with his sleeve.]

You know someone tried that, right? Didn't work out right. Would be awesome if it did, but you're gonna hurt a lot of people.

[Video]

[dow]

[ This exhale could very well be the Vulcan equivalent of a sigh. ]

I am aware and intend to speak to several individuals in regards to their experience, though my interest in the matter has altered. If you have no names to put forth, your warning is a moot point and I feel it necessary to point out that without substantial evidence a lesser mind would dismiss your claim. You ought to bear this in mind when attempting to furnish others with a wiser course of action in the future.

You are lucky, I believe is the saying, that I am instead Vulcan and prone to considering all information salient when it comes to the safety of others.

[video]

[unconchonable]

[Spock isn't the only one wrapping himself in winter attire, Eridan being naturally colder in body temperature is kind of suffering a bit. Or, he'd claim to be suffering from such a drop in temperature if someone asked. They probably didn't need to ask, to be honest. He has no issue sharing his winter woes at all. He's bundled up, scarf pulled up to his nose, so only the top half of his head is really visible. Even his face fins are covered by his scarf.]

Didn't realize your kind had telepathic powers. Is that a thing all a you Wulcans can do, or only specific ones?

[Just like only certain trolls have psychic abilities, typically based on blood caste. Eridan is not one of these trolls.]

Also, what do you hope to achiewe with this anyway?

[video]

[dow]

All of us are able to employ telepathic techniques via physical contact, but some are more adept at this practice than others.

[ He tilts his head, regarding Eridan's appearance for a moment as he sorts through responses. (How many spare vouchers does Spock still have? He's starting to wonder whether he shouldn't solicit more solely for the children.) ]

I do not know. [ At least he's honest. ] The turtle appears peaceful. I do not wish it harm and would forward the sentiment, seeking only what it desired to say in return.

video;

[12goingon113]

I don't mean to eavesdrop, but...did I overhear you mention that you don't eat meat?

video;

[dow]

I do not. Meat has the unfortunate effect of making me quite ill and I do not enjoy the idea of eating animals. Are you also vegetarian?