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[mythically]

( diana is seated at one of the consoles in a café when the video feed begins. it seems she’s already gone a bit native—there’s a kedan-style cloak draped around her shoulders, apparently all she needs to keep warm. still, the glint of gold from her armor is perfectly visible, as is the tiara set amongst her dark curls. she’s making no pretense of who she is, should anyone be able to recognize her.

she lifts a hand in simple greeting, smiling. she’s perfectly calm, though anyone who knows her well can probably sense just a bit of tension in the set of her shoulders, the way her eyes are focused. )

There’s many of you here that I know. And many more that I do not.

My name is Diana, and while I’m newly arrived I believe I’ve gotten most of the basics of the situation. It seems you’ve all been busy, recently.

( there’s nothing mocking about her words, and her smile is genuine and honest. she pauses, for a moment, as though to give her audience a breather. then, she continues— )

I’m sure there’s a lot to be done, and I’m willing to offer my assistance to anyone who should need it. But first, I would like to be better acquainted with all of you. If we’ve met before, I’m sure you’ll come and say hello. And if we haven’t, it’s never too soon for introductions.

( both before and after this broadcast and subsequent conversations, diana will be flying over the same café. in effect, she’s using herself as a beacon. feel free to run into her in person if you’d prefer. )

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[video]

[littlecousin]

[Nita looks like a cross between Arthur and Diana herself--an athletic, self-possessed woman in a strapless leotard...except it happens to be made of green scales, and her hair is blond. She's curled up in a chair in front of her home console, drinking out of a steaming mug but appearing perfectly comfortable despite being so underdressed for the weather.

She's got the kind of smile that lights up a room just like Diana's, too.]

Hi, Diana. I'm Namorita.

[No hint of recognition, but Nita will make friends with anything that holds still long enough without trying to hit her.]

[mythically]

_{( there's definitely something familiar about namorita--whether that's some kind of cross-universe atlantean constant or a recognition of similarity, it's hard to say. but diana seems pleased, nonetheless. )}

Hello, Namorita. It's a pleasure to meet you.

It's only the non-natives who use this network regularly-- is that correct?

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[andaway]

[WHAT'S THAT SOUND YOU SAY?

That's the sound a Kryptonian makes when he flies beyond the speed of sound to hug a friend. Enjoy it, D.]

Hi.

[mythically]

Hello, Kal.

_{( she is never going to say no to a superhug. )}

I don't know whether it's a good thing that we're both here, but I'm glad to see you.

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[backwordscompatible]

[Well.]

[Will wonders never cease around here?]

We've met. Sort of. In a place like this, that line tends to get a little blurry.

[mythically]

_{( well, there's no mistaking that face. still, diana blinks at the screen a few times. )}

Zatanna?

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[modernized]

[QUIET FANBOYING INTENSIFIES. He's never met Diana like he has Bruce and Clark, but he doesn't doubt she looks the same in his time period as she does right now. Immortals and all.

(And then he realizes the whole trinity popularized years before he was even born is now all here together and the intensifies gets more intense--)]

Uh, hi, uhh...welcome to the turtle? [Wow, smooth, get it together McGinnis AHEM--] My name's Terry and it's nice to meet you, ah, Diana.

[Not his best moment no. He's almost tempted to encrypt this just to hide how lame he's being right now.]

[mythically]

_{( she's very used to fanboys, though it's sometimes hard to tell whether people recognize her or just makes them nervous. so she smiles as kindly as she can, trying to put him at ease. )}

Hello, Terry. It's a pleasure.

Have you been here very long?

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[funkindofwicked]

[Really? Tea is starting to get bored with how many heroes keep showing up. It's expected now that at least one or two of them will come around each month. And now they're bringing in more of the figure heads? Fun.

She sighs, as if completely put out and props hr head in her head.]

You're on turtle island, you're here to save the world, but I'm pretty sure you'll spend most of your time sitting on your ass just like everyone else. Until someone dies again.

[mythically]

_{( she thinks galatea could be powergirl, at first. but despite the differences she's had with karen, the other woman would never speak to her like that. so diana just lifts her chin a bit. )}

You make a lot of presumptions, sister.

[bolthead]

Do old friends still need an introduction?

[His voice is warm, matching the smile on his face, but there's a slight hesitance in his voice. Pleased as Barry is to see Diana, he remembers the last time he spoke to Diana - or a Diana - and given the differing events everyone's experienced thus far, he doesn't want to assume.]

[mythically]

_{( she doesn't choke up, exactly, but diana does purse her lips to keep from saying the first things that pop into her mind upon seeing him. she leans in very close to the console and says-- )}

No, but they can always say hello.

Is that really you, Barry?

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[relentlesstide]

[Arthur usually checks the posts on the console after he gets in from early morning fishing trips at the shell's edge. Luckily he catches this one mostly on time, because this is definitely one he wants to reply to - which is rare, he tends to stay off the network, but... Diana's always been a special case.

He's definitely, visibly pleased to see her when he turns the video on, and looking well enough. His hair might need a trim, but his beard is close cropped and tidy (he's gotten lazy about shaving without Mera around) instead of a wet cat on his chin.] Time for lunch with an old friend?

[mythically]

_{( nita already told her that arthur was here, so she doesn't look surprised. just pleased. very pleased, actually. she hadn't realized how long it's been since she's seen him properly. )}

That depends. Can you recommend a place?

[tactile_telekinesis]

[First Tim and now Diana. Kon smiles as he responds to her network post. This is Wonder Woman and she's pretty amazing. Pretty hot to, but he's seen her throw him for kissing Cassie, so saying anything won't happen. It's still a little exciting to see her.]

So uhm, hey. Welcome to the turtle.

[mythically]

_{( after zatanna and barry, she can't be surprised. but it's definitely an adjustment, looking at kon and seeing someone who had died, someone who looked vastly different the last time she saw him. she schools her expression well, however, and manages a smile. )}

Hello, Superboy. And thank you.

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[backinakidflash]

[Bart was simply out for a run, but anyone flying around above the skyline always gets a second look.

Wonder Woman gets an instant 180, as well as a fast change. When Kid Flash skids to a stop on the roof of the cafe, he's clearly just finished pulling the mask over his face. After the last one had no idea who he was, costume seems like a good idea.

He gives her a wave though.]

So. Reality check: I say Wonder Girl, you say...?

[mythically]

_{( she's not really expecting to see him, but she has enough experience with speedsters that his sudden appearance doesn't shock her. she just lifts a hand to return the greeting, and floats gently over to the roof before setting herself down. )}

Cassie. _{( it's not such a big deal, to speak a secret id aloud. no one's up there to hear them, and she recognizes bart to the point where it shouldn't be an issue. )}

Hello, Kid Flash.

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[imaginate]

[Midday is a good time to fly; the sun's out and Kyle likes to keep low, to the rooftops, and circle around a few of his favourite coffee places. He's just about to do the same over this current cafe when he stops dead in mid-air.]

[— holy crap. Is that?]

Diana!

[Have one (1) excited Lantern keeping pace with her.]

[mythically]

<sub>( it's always good to have a lantern around. usually.

she pulls up slowly, suspended in air so that they can properly face one another. )</sub>

Hello, Kyle.

Did half our universe get ported here without my knowledge?

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[wingedwarrior]

(The second she sees yet another familiar face, a smartass quip is already at the tip of her tongue, something like "abaout time you show up again, princess". But "newly arrived". It's not the Diana from before. Great. She gets to start all over again.

When she replies, her face looks pretty much bored.) Welcome to the turtle, princess. (She points to her face, still looking unamused.) Do you know who I am?

[mythically]

_{( she has a feeling something's off before she even opens her mouth. but nevertheless, she asks: )} Hawkwoman?

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[animosus]

[Hal is walking his turtle. And by walking, he's taking a giant turtle flying. Whoever said Hal had a one track mind was correct.

But despite the number of flyers here, he didn't often meet someone else in the air and he pauses in the middle of a loop to wave hi to the newcomer. Except he definitely knew that face.]

Diana? When'd you get here?

[mythically]

<sub>( that sure is a turtle. what is it with this place?

but no, in truth, hal gets her attention first. she's a bit used to this back-and-forth by now, so she just shrugs, and teasingly says: )</sub> Maybe I've been here all the while, and you just hadn't noticed.

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[cmdreffingshepard]

Looks like a lot of people here know you already. [Shepard smiles, though, because she knows that kind of feeling, expecting to see a stranger and instead finding an old friend.]

Hi Diana. I'm Commander Shepard, of the SSV Normandy. [Maybe she says her full title and ship name because of Miranda leaving - she's once again the only person here who knows the Normandy, after all.]

[mythically]

My home is apparently a popular place. _{( diana inclines her head. she's not sure if that's a good or a bad thing, yet, but at least she won't be lonely. )}

It's a pleasure, Commander. SSV is not a ship designation I've heard before-- what does it stand for?

[magicalpadawan]

[Molly looks duly impressed, here. Wonder Woman? You gotta admit that's pretty cool. Anyway, she gives a little wave and a smile.]

We haven't met before, but hi, I'm Molly. Welcome to the turtle, I guess?

[mythically]

Hello Molly. I appreciate the welcome.

Have you been here very long?

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[scild]

Hello, Diana. I am Natalia, Princess of Kimlasca-Lanvaldear. Pleased to make your acquaintance.

[mythically]

And a pleasure to make yours, Natalia.

I'm afraid I've never heard of your land. Would you mind telling me a bit about it?

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[fuzzyelf]

[Kurt responds with a short wave through the network.]

Welcome to Tu Vishan. We haven;t met before but I can already tell that it's a pleasure, Diana. I'm Kurt. I'd offer help but it looks as though people have that covered already.

[mythically]

Hello, Kurt.

I certainly appreciate the offer, in any case.

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[cowled]

[Is it coincidence, that whenever Diana is ready to leave that Bruce Wayne is at one of the counters in all his delightfully extravagant glory, suit, tie, the whole nine yards, ordering some concoction that takes nearly a minute of nonstop chatter to describe to the troubled-looking barista? As soon as the drink is done he turns, and very nearly (accidentally) runs right into her. Excuse him a moment, he's occupied busily trying to rescue his tie from the unmitigated horrors of a half-caf/decaf peaberry non-fat latte, light on the foam and the cinnamon with a shot of butterscotch bath.

And then, well. Then he clues into who exactly she happens to be, because there are few people alive on his planet that wouldn't recognize Wonder Woman.]

Diana! [It's safe to use her name, it's not as if she's ever hid it, and diplomatically speaking, well-- they've moved in some of the same social circles through the years.] I didn't know you were in Keeliai.

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[mythically]

Bruce. _{( that may or may not be familiar. diana addresses nearly everyone by first name, including the illustrious mr. wayne. still, there's a smile on her face as she steps back, giving him a critical once-over. )}

I didn't realize your tastes ran to sentient islands.

But I only just arrived-- so you're not too behind.