For your kindness I'm in debt to you

[andaway]

[Clark has hardly used the network to make posts as Clark lately, not since he got the radio started... but it wasn't really that he was avoiding it, not really. Investigating about the murders, then the disappearances had simply taken most of his free time, and he hadn't had much to say.

When he turns on the feed he's playing around with what looks like a calligraphy brush between his fingers, tapping the shaft against a very basic notebook.]

The new arrivals made me think of something. [And judging by the notebook, he's trying to make sense of it by himself. Those who actually know him know how fast his brain actually is... but he's always had the Kryptonian technology to back him down, and now he finds it missing.]

We're assigned living space when we get here, right? And we don't really choose it, we're simply given directions to it when we arrive. And we know there are 5 districts, and different kind of suites on each. Some of them are obvious [Hi, Arthur, of course you live in Water] but others aren't. I live in Water, while my wife was given a suite in the Earth sector.

[She didn't spend a single day there but that's beyond the point. You might actually see her on the background, she likes doing that.] And I thought maybe there could be some kind of pattern, something in the way the Kedan organize us in each district and place. It might not be relevant at all but I'd like to give it a try.

So I guess, what I'm asking is: where do you live? Have you noticed something similar between you and your neighbors? I don't know- age? Gender? Abilities? Hobbies? [A shrug] I don't really know what could be relevant. Also, feel free to answer anonymously if you'd rather- or in my inbox, to keep it private? Whichever way you feel comfortable.

And with that done... something completely different. If I'm right, Thanksgiving should be just around the corner... [The sheepish grin of someone who's completely aware that he's indulging himself] So, what are your favorite Thanksgiving day recipes?

[Later: Supercrypted to JLA MEMBERS - From Jor-El's console]

Yes, we are doing something for thanksgiving, in case you were wondering. My question is: where? And how many of you will have to be dragged there?

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[skybluejeep]

I ended up in Earth sector. The only one of my friends, too. Everybody else from Beacon Hills ended up in Fire or Wood. I don't know what this says about me. Either I'm super weird or the Kedan knew that putting me too close to Scott would result in shenanigans.

Hey, Mr. Kent? Remember how we talked about me doing radio shows on your broadcast? You still interested? 'Cuz I am.

[andaway]

[He taps his chin with the shaft] Things like those are what make me wonder. But yes, of course I'm interested! Would you like to meet somewhere and talk about it?

Maybe you can also tell me more about the other Beacon Hills residents, try to find out what makes you different? [Which, considering Superman knows Stiles is friends with werewolves and the smell he got from Erica isn't hard to guess... but that's a Kal knowledge, not something Clark knows.]

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[relentlesstide]

[Look who's actually deigning to answer the message! With a loftily arched eyebrow.] Not all of us are American.

JLA supercryption; Jor-El's suite

[andaway]

[Aw yeah]

Technically I am not American either. [But that's totally not what Arthur was saying, and Clark was indeed raised as American.] But it would still be a fun way to spend some time together?

And not the Hal kind of fun.

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[cowled]

[Bruce just. MATERIALIZES. Because he does that. He likes to give the perpetual impression of being just an arm's length away at all times. In reality he actually came to talk to Lois but this works too.]

Thanksgiving, Clark?

[REALLY THO. You bet your ass you'll have to drag him there.]

[andaway]

[He was actually expecting to have to drag Batman our of his father's place the instant he made the post... so while he does kind of let out a gasp at Bruce's sudden appearance (How? He's got superhearing and supersmell and how?!) he doesn't look exactly surprised.]

Yes! [A big sunny smile] Turkey, cranberry sauce, having the people you love around while you remind yourself of everything you're thankful for... you must have heard of it?

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[bolthead]

I'll be there. Have you asked Bruce about borrowing a place?

[because after talking to Mark apparently Bruce has hordes of them just lying around.]

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[andaway]

[A grin] Not really, think he would be up for it?

Glad to hear I won't have to drag you there though. At least some of us had to have a cheerful spirit.

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[backwordscompatible]

Well, I live in a giant treehouse with Dick and Jack. [And some other guy she hasn't met yet], but I couldn't possibly imagine what the three of us have in common.

[it would probably help if she could keep a straight face while she says this]

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[andaway]

[Don't worry Z, Clark is totally smiling back by the time she finishes.]

Maybe it's the eyes. [But he does reach to note something down on his has-seen-better-times-notebook, so it's clear he's taking what she said seriously. Or as seriously as one can take a joke.] Is everyone living on that sector similar in personality to you guys?

[hydro]

Well, I'm good at water magic, and I'm in the water sector... but I don't know about my neighbors.

[andaway]

I haven't got an inch of magic in me [Which isn't a lie, he's an alien not a magician] and yet I'm living in water.

I do think powers have something to do with it, but there's probably something else going on when it comes to choosing where to let us live.

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[imaginate]

You have to ask when it involves free food?

[Thanksgiving with the League is just a Thing that he's not going to skip, and not just because of free food. They were his first family.]

Connor, Dinah, and I all ended up in Water, by the way, and when Roy was here, he was in Metal, I think. Sora got a place in Earth, Guy in Fire.

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[andaway]

Enough free food to feed the entire corps. I look forward to seeing you there.

[Said with a grin as he notes down the information Kyle is giving on the notebook. It's probably nothing, they might even choose randomly or one-person-per-region or one of the other 1000 possible randomized systems... but slight patterns he's noticed make him think otherwise so far.]

Thank you, Kyle. Have you noticed any similarities between you and your neighbors?

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[cmdreffingshepard]

I've always assumed it's random. I'm in Earth, for what it's worth, but I haven't been able to figure any kind of pattern out. We'd probably have to have some accurate statistics on the exact demographics present in order to even begin to compare and try to work out any patterns, assuming there are any. For instance, my building seems to be pretty young. I think I'm the oldest person living there. Then again, it seems like there are a disproportionate number of young, under-30 people here.

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[andaway]

[No Pattern. Yet she lives on Earth, and Clark was quickly reminded of Lois when he first talked to her as Superman... it really can be a coincidence, can it? Is he grasping at straws?]

I did notice a sudden influx of under-30 people, but I'm pretty sure it's just me subconsciously zeroing in on that.

Some study on the demographics is actually a really good idea, it could be useful- and not only to check for an actual pattern, I'm sure it could come handy in the future. The only problem would be to keep an eye on those who stay and go.

video; assuming the superencryption is default otherwise it'd be weaksauce encryption

[animosus]

[He still doesn't get why his idea of fun didn't go so great with everyone.]

When were you thinking? Blue Beetle's mom strongarmed me into going to hers.

And pick one of Bruce's places. It's the only way you'd get him to come.

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[andaway]

[Bring your long dead father to a strip club and then we'll talk, Hal]

Later, then? I would hate to make you choose, this is pretty much an excuse so all of us can hang out together. I won't even have a real turkey...

[And then, a grin] You know what? That's not a bad idea.

[backinakidflash]

I don't think there's any sort of pattern. I don't think they have a clue. They put me in Metal, which is cool and all, but the place they gave me is way too big.

[andaway]

We're actually finding some patterns... none definite enough to make it relevant, but it's hard to tell what will be relevant in these circumstances. The Emperor is telling us more as time goes by, but not fast enough and only when it's too late to prevent the damage we've accidentally caused.

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[wintershepherd]

I always thought they gave me a place in the Wood Sector because I was used to sleeping in trees. Well, on... trees. This is the first time I've lived IN the tree.

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[andaway]

I guess that could be a reason... [He keeps on tapping the notebook as he speaks.]

I know some people with affinity for water like Miss Prentiss have been given places in the Water sector, so I wouldn't be surprised if personal preference played a role in it.

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[zinthosmantra]

There are lots of cultures that use elemental determination to find common traits.

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[andaway]

[There are some people he will never get used to seeing younger than they were in his world. Raven is one of them.]

Do you think that's what they are using to decide where we will live?

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[nerdylilspidey]

I'm in the Metal sector… Not really sure why.

So it's… It's nearly Thanksgiving already?

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[andaway]

I believe so. Jack up there has some inward sensor that for holidays, so it's pretty easy to check.

[He taps his chin] Have you noticed similarities between you and your neighbors?

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[spiderkid]

I'm in Earth Sector, but I've got no idea why.

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[andaway]

No one really seems to know the reason. It might not be even relevant, but [a shrug] I like finding patterns.

Have you noticed anything similar between you and your neighbors?

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[justlittle]

I was placed in Metal. I always assumed it was because it's most like what I'm used to.

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[andaway]

You're used to metallic structures?

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[everylittlegirl]

You know where I live. [Which not many do.]

My neighbors.. I guess we just kind of keep to ourselves, you know?

audio; 100% encrypted -- always!

[andaway]

I do. Is it a pattern you've seen in everyone on the district?

[He's actually surprised she's admitted that much, after her death she had become very closed off.]

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[barebacking]

There is no one that is like me, I'm afraid. But I do have an affiliation with the sector which I am in. I am one who communicates with earth spirits... well, just my children, to be exact.

[ ... ]

What is Thanksgiving? ... there are supposed to be recipes related to it? Like what? Blood pies?

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[andaway]

Affinity with people's powers seems to be a regular pattern, I wonder if there are any exceptions. Would you mind telling me more about your powers?

[He smiles.]

Thanksgiving is an American holiday. I'll spare you the history lesson but the idea is basically spending the meal with your family and being thankful for what you have. Since a lot of people gather together we end up with tons and tons of food... and that's why I was asking for people's favorites. There are some that are typical though, like Turkey.

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[vhaidtluin]

How can knowing any of this be helpful? You already said that some people it makes sense for them and others it doesn't. [Dinin looks bored as well as wrapped up and it might look like he's just shrugged.] I don't know my neighbors and I doubt we'd have anything in common with each other, even if I did. I'm in the Fire sector, I suppose it's the most similar to my home.

[He looks a little confused now.]

What the hell is Thanksgiving?

[Video]

[andaway]

[He doesn't know much people in the fire sector actually, so he welcomes the information and notes it down even if he raises an eyebrow at the tone.] Could you describe your home? How is it similar to the fire sector?

And thanksgiving is an American holiday. It's... it's all about getting the family together, being thankful for what you have, eating a lot. And watching football, but we can't really do that in this place.