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unchimerical[ Zelgadis has already been flipping through the network a little bit to get accustomed to what it was and how people used it, but there was such a flood of information there that he lost patience reading through other people’s drivel. It was time to send out feelers on his own.
The feed shows a stony blue face carefully watching the screen with a slight frown as he makes sure it’s actually doing what he expected it to. ]
I’m under the impression that there are many of you out there who arrived in a fashion similar to mine. Meaning, not natives to this city. Who are all you people?
The feed shows a stony blue face carefully watching the screen with a slight frown as he makes sure it’s actually doing what he expected it to. ]
I’m under the impression that there are many of you out there who arrived in a fashion similar to mine. Meaning, not natives to this city. Who are all you people?
~ONE~ [Video]
October 13th, 2012 08:50hesmypuddin[Harley had gotten settled in rather easily to her multi-floored residence, hanging her costume to dry in the bathroom. She'd wasted little enough time in getting herself a robe from Vishan knew where and settling down in front of her console. She turns on the video feature and is smiling brightly when she starts to speak, a towel wrapped around her hair.]
Well if this ain't a fine how ta do... Ain't the kinda explosive entrance I'm used ta makin', but what can ya do, huh? [She waves at the camera.] Hi there, folks! The name's Harley... Harley Quinn. I don't suppose ya heard'a me, by that's yer loss an' not mine. HAH!! I won't waste too much time on the pleasantries, but if ya would be kind enough ta tell me if my Puddin', Mistah J, or Pammy are around here, I'd really appreciate it. Or my Lil Jay!! Heck, even ole Two Face or Killer Croc would be a sight for sore eyes...
Well if this ain't a fine how ta do... Ain't the kinda explosive entrance I'm used ta makin', but what can ya do, huh? [She waves at the camera.] Hi there, folks! The name's Harley... Harley Quinn. I don't suppose ya heard'a me, by that's yer loss an' not mine. HAH!! I won't waste too much time on the pleasantries, but if ya would be kind enough ta tell me if my Puddin', Mistah J, or Pammy are around here, I'd really appreciate it. Or my Lil Jay!! Heck, even ole Two Face or Killer Croc would be a sight for sore eyes...
[Video] oo2
October 8th, 2012 22:14whoneedsbendingI've been really bad at talking over the network, huh?
Work's been a little slow for a while, probably because of everything that's happened, so I can't even use it as an excuse.
[He pauses for a moment and then sighs.]
So a lot of people have spoke about science and technology, where I'm from things aren't that advanced I guess? I mean, one nation is but we're sort of at war right now? And science is something I find interesting, and building things is sort of fun. I'm wondering what levels people have back home and would anyone mind maybe teaching me some things? I'm a good learner!
Oh and uh...this question is for the people from my world that are from my future? There's a few of you so I'll just ask here. Is there anything about Suki? I mean, I know about me and Katara, heck even Aang and Zuko. Oh and what about Toph?
Work's been a little slow for a while, probably because of everything that's happened, so I can't even use it as an excuse.
[He pauses for a moment and then sighs.]
So a lot of people have spoke about science and technology, where I'm from things aren't that advanced I guess? I mean, one nation is but we're sort of at war right now? And science is something I find interesting, and building things is sort of fun. I'm wondering what levels people have back home and would anyone mind maybe teaching me some things? I'm a good learner!
Oh and uh...this question is for the people from my world that are from my future? There's a few of you so I'll just ask here. Is there anything about Suki? I mean, I know about me and Katara, heck even Aang and Zuko. Oh and what about Toph?
ex_capt410[Hello hello Jack is greeting all of you lovely post-waterlogged people with a salute and a smile. For the so inclined, you might notice the backdrop has changed a little - because he's not in his flat. He is in fact posting from the Doctor's computer.]
Has there been a damage assessment from the storm yet? Property, businesses, people? If anyo-
[ But whoever could this be? In the background, those watching may spy the familiar face of the Doctor. Except instead of his usual tweed and bowtie, he's wrapped in a blanket and not looking quite as energetic as usual for anyone familiar with him. ]
-- Jack. Something feels off.
[ ...something being the mauve tinge his face currently has.
Come round, everyone. Thus begins the wonderful story of "Captain Jack hears an achoo!"
In which Jack turns around to witness said mauve, trailing off and forgetting whatever he was talking about.]
Doctor? ...You're purple.
Mauve, actually. And it's really quite concerning.
My hands are all clammy and my forehead feels like burning.
I liked you better pink. --Are you sick? Can you get sick?
That's only on Wednesdays and no, that's rubbish. I really can't be sure, I need a celery stick.
Are you channeling Dr. Seuss? What did you get into now?
I feel just okay, I feel just fine. If you don't believe me, come see how -- [ and conveniently cut off by a sneeze. ]
I'm simultaneously confused and grossed out. You need to lay down. And stop talking.
Nonsense, Jack. It's not all that shocking. It was barely a sneeze. Look, I'm still walking! [ aaannnnndd now he's not because irony has him flopping down at that very moment. ]
Well, at least he laid down. ...Doctor? Doctor-
[woops time to cut that recording off]
(ooc: blue is jack, purple is the doctor)
Has there been a damage assessment from the storm yet? Property, businesses, people? If anyo-
[ But whoever could this be? In the background, those watching may spy the familiar face of the Doctor. Except instead of his usual tweed and bowtie, he's wrapped in a blanket and not looking quite as energetic as usual for anyone familiar with him. ]
-- Jack. Something feels off.
[ ...something being the mauve tinge his face currently has.
Come round, everyone. Thus begins the wonderful story of "Captain Jack hears an achoo!"
In which Jack turns around to witness said mauve, trailing off and forgetting whatever he was talking about.]
Doctor? ...You're purple.
Mauve, actually. And it's really quite concerning.
My hands are all clammy and my forehead feels like burning.
I liked you better pink. --Are you sick? Can you get sick?
That's only on Wednesdays and no, that's rubbish. I really can't be sure, I need a celery stick.
Are you channeling Dr. Seuss? What did you get into now?
I feel just okay, I feel just fine. If you don't believe me, come see how -- [ and conveniently cut off by a sneeze. ]
I'm simultaneously confused and grossed out. You need to lay down. And stop talking.
Nonsense, Jack. It's not all that shocking. It was barely a sneeze. Look, I'm still walking! [ aaannnnndd now he's not because irony has him flopping down at that very moment. ]
Well, at least he laid down. ...Doctor? Doctor-
[woops time to cut that recording off]
(ooc: blue is jack, purple is the doctor)
video; oo1
October 7th, 2012 21:09writethatdown[At first, there's no image coming up on screen. Just the sound of some keys being pushed, a voice muttering, and the sounds of fabric and skin being rubbed over the microphone and- ah, there. A video flickering on, revealing an extreme close-up of an extremely unhappy man. Well, at least he looks unhappy. And rumpled. Like, say, he'd just been fished out of the ocean and told he's in some between worlds land of the dead place. That kind of unhappy.]
Alright, look here. [Oh, yeah, he's pissed.] I don't know what you people here are thinking, but landing on the back of some turtle in the middle of some spirit world doesn't really pass as normal back home.
[He leans back a little, narrowing his eyes at the screen in front of him.]
If I'm to actually believe this isn't some sort of scam or elaborate, drug induced plot, I'm guessing I'm here for the long haul, huh? Living on the back of a turtle.
[He scoffs, but the anger is fading back a bit, as it has been the more the looks around at this place, sharp eyes picking up sights of things that seem like something straight out of his imagination. Hell, the console in front of him is enough to have him almost thoroughly distracted.]
Right, well, cut a new fella a break, would ya, Keeliai? Could use a drink and a bit of a run down on the tech you're working with, here.
Alright, look here. [Oh, yeah, he's pissed.] I don't know what you people here are thinking, but landing on the back of some turtle in the middle of some spirit world doesn't really pass as normal back home.
[He leans back a little, narrowing his eyes at the screen in front of him.]
If I'm to actually believe this isn't some sort of scam or elaborate, drug induced plot, I'm guessing I'm here for the long haul, huh? Living on the back of a turtle.
[He scoffs, but the anger is fading back a bit, as it has been the more the looks around at this place, sharp eyes picking up sights of things that seem like something straight out of his imagination. Hell, the console in front of him is enough to have him almost thoroughly distracted.]
Right, well, cut a new fella a break, would ya, Keeliai? Could use a drink and a bit of a run down on the tech you're working with, here.
video // 002
October 7th, 2012 17:58disfavoredGreetings, once again. I've only been here for a short while - and apparently most of us have not been here long - but it has come to my attention that we're rather unorganized and lack the political representation that the native residents have.
I've brought this issue forward and have been granted permission by the Emperor to form a government of our own to deal with certain issues pertaining to us, rather than going to her for help. She'll still be open to visitation, I'm sure, but you'll have an alternative.
We are a very diverse group, so I would propose a sort of coalition - or council, if you will - to be elected by democratic vote.
You may nominate someone, if you wish, although they'll have to agree to put their name in the running. Or, you can nominate yourself.
I'd like to start by volunteering myself - I am Tarrlok, for those of you I haven't met yet - and I'll open myself up to any questions any of you might have. I encourage any other interested parties to do the same.
I've brought this issue forward and have been granted permission by the Emperor to form a government of our own to deal with certain issues pertaining to us, rather than going to her for help. She'll still be open to visitation, I'm sure, but you'll have an alternative.
We are a very diverse group, so I would propose a sort of coalition - or council, if you will - to be elected by democratic vote.
You may nominate someone, if you wish, although they'll have to agree to put their name in the running. Or, you can nominate yourself.
I'd like to start by volunteering myself - I am Tarrlok, for those of you I haven't met yet - and I'll open myself up to any questions any of you might have. I encourage any other interested parties to do the same.
[audio] anonymous
September 30th, 2012 17:42zydrateanatomy[Grave was nothing if not a good businessman, and being a good businessman meant visiting certain places of interest for meetings. That his meeting with one of his newly aquired kedan buyers was happening in a brothel didn't really bother him in the slightest. That he'd gotten an all expenses paid lay out of it had been even better. That he'd gotten a few more connections and made an arrangement for sale and collection of more Zydrate was the best.
He hadn't bothered to log in as he stopped into one of the console cafés in the Fire sector on his way out. He inured if anyone wanted to know who he was outside of those that knew him, they'd ask.]
I would like to thank the Fire sector for taking it upon themselves to realize just how helpful and proactive a well run brothel can be. To the ladies at the Dragon especially... thank you. To the rest of you, please make certain to ask for Yvette... [He thought that was her name.] Or 'Rose'... Or... well... all the ladies in the west wing. [He makes no attempt or bother to hide the smile in his voice.] Charming girls. Brilliant conversationalists... Excellent with their hands.
He hadn't bothered to log in as he stopped into one of the console cafés in the Fire sector on his way out. He inured if anyone wanted to know who he was outside of those that knew him, they'd ask.]
I would like to thank the Fire sector for taking it upon themselves to realize just how helpful and proactive a well run brothel can be. To the ladies at the Dragon especially... thank you. To the rest of you, please make certain to ask for Yvette... [He thought that was her name.] Or 'Rose'... Or... well... all the ladies in the west wing. [He makes no attempt or bother to hide the smile in his voice.] Charming girls. Brilliant conversationalists... Excellent with their hands.
[text - anonymous]
September 30th, 2012 04:40stucktoeverything[Ugh. Peter hunches over the console feeling as though all the eyes in the world were upon him. In truth there's a wall and a closed door between him and the rest of the world; kind of nice, their private and anonymous chat rooms actually seemed to make the effort to be exactly that.
He's not sure what exactly to type; wants to be vague but not completely incomprehensible, wants to catch someone's attention but only the sort of someone who can help him. Not everyone.
Fine line, Peter, fine line.
And then, of course, there's the chance that no one's going to have what he needs and then he'll be back at square one but exposed and lacking and.. Ugh. Just ugh.]
Okay. This may seem a little 'out there' but I'm looking for information on web. Like strong weight-bearing web. Or some sort of light weight, thin cable.
Actually you could say I'm looking for it instead of just information on it.
For science.
Information, thoughts and any sort of general direction pointing would be greatly appreciated.
[Pete drops his head on the console and presses post; at what point does one stop doubting their every move?]
He's not sure what exactly to type; wants to be vague but not completely incomprehensible, wants to catch someone's attention but only the sort of someone who can help him. Not everyone.
Fine line, Peter, fine line.
And then, of course, there's the chance that no one's going to have what he needs and then he'll be back at square one but exposed and lacking and.. Ugh. Just ugh.]
Okay. This may seem a little 'out there' but I'm looking for information on web. Like strong weight-bearing web. Or some sort of light weight, thin cable.
Actually you could say I'm looking for it instead of just information on it.
For science.
Information, thoughts and any sort of general direction pointing would be greatly appreciated.
[Pete drops his head on the console and presses post; at what point does one stop doubting their every move?]
notahawkingbird[ For a moment, the video appears to be stuck, as if in pause. The girl looking slightly askew of the camera is very still, and only the faint flutter of wind disturbing the bits of dark baby-hair sticking out from the top of her head indicates that the feed is, in fact, perfectly fine--
--and then, she snaps out of it, face gaining back it's animation and she blows her cheeks out, follows it up with a deep breath and nods. ]
So, uh.
Right.
[ Her hands come up in a sort of surrender, sort of awkward 'Hi, this is me' because wow this is weird, video calls when she is in her pajamas. Her salt-water-soaked-but-nevertheless-now-dry pajamas.
It is not comfortable. She doesn't mind Skyping with friends while dressed in her bedtime clothes, but wow, not like this.
She shakes her head, runs her fingers through her hair and huffs: ]
Okay let me start over.
[ The change is subtle, but the difference is huge. Shoulders straightened but not tense, she looks directly into the camera with purpose and suddenly it doesn't matter what she looks like. ]
Hello, my name is Katherine Bishop and I've just arrived in the city.
I've been appraised by the people who fished me out of the water on what little they seem to feel they can divulge, so you can consider this a shout-out to anyone who can supply me information that will give me a better idea of Turtle Land.
I haven't seen the city much, but I'm a keen observer and no stranger to tension in the atmosphere when I see it.
[ There's a brief and considering pause before she continues in a less blunt tone that leans more to negotiation. ] I have currently nothing to trade with or pay you by for the information and I know I don't really look like much at the moment, but I guarantee that I can offer you my resume and list of skillsets if you require all of that in writing.
[ A beat.] Also, if there is anyone from home out there who sees this, please drop me a message. I'm not even going to lie, guys. It would be awesome to see familiar faces right about now. [ There's a faint twitch of a smile at the corner of her mouth before she reaches over and the feed goes dark. ]
--and then, she snaps out of it, face gaining back it's animation and she blows her cheeks out, follows it up with a deep breath and nods. ]
So, uh.
Right.
[ Her hands come up in a sort of surrender, sort of awkward 'Hi, this is me' because wow this is weird, video calls when she is in her pajamas. Her salt-water-soaked-but-nevertheless-now-dry pajamas.
It is not comfortable. She doesn't mind Skyping with friends while dressed in her bedtime clothes, but wow, not like this.
She shakes her head, runs her fingers through her hair and huffs: ]
Okay let me start over.
[ The change is subtle, but the difference is huge. Shoulders straightened but not tense, she looks directly into the camera with purpose and suddenly it doesn't matter what she looks like. ]
Hello, my name is Katherine Bishop and I've just arrived in the city.
I've been appraised by the people who fished me out of the water on what little they seem to feel they can divulge, so you can consider this a shout-out to anyone who can supply me information that will give me a better idea of Turtle Land.
I haven't seen the city much, but I'm a keen observer and no stranger to tension in the atmosphere when I see it.
[ There's a brief and considering pause before she continues in a less blunt tone that leans more to negotiation. ] I have currently nothing to trade with or pay you by for the information and I know I don't really look like much at the moment, but I guarantee that I can offer you my resume and list of skillsets if you require all of that in writing.
[ A beat.] Also, if there is anyone from home out there who sees this, please drop me a message. I'm not even going to lie, guys. It would be awesome to see familiar faces right about now. [ There's a faint twitch of a smile at the corner of her mouth before she reaches over and the feed goes dark. ]
dragonswag[ the video feed shows Lina looking right back at the screen with a dubious expression on her face, as though she’s unconvinced that this terminal thing actually works. ]
Well, this thing doesn’t look like it’s powered by magic, but it’s definitely not like any machine I’ve ever seen. Where’s Zel when you need him? I guess I’ll just have to trust that it works.
[ And then her disposition shifts a little. Lina draws herself up, smiling winsomely at the screen, hands clasped in front of her. ]
Well! Who cares about that anyway, right? Since I’m in a totally new world and none of you have probably heard of me, I guess it’s up to me to enlighten you all! Standing here before you is none other than the world’s most beautiful, intelligent, magnificent sorcery genius extraordinaire, Lina Inverse, at your service!
Well, this thing doesn’t look like it’s powered by magic, but it’s definitely not like any machine I’ve ever seen. Where’s Zel when you need him? I guess I’ll just have to trust that it works.
[ And then her disposition shifts a little. Lina draws herself up, smiling winsomely at the screen, hands clasped in front of her. ]
Well! Who cares about that anyway, right? Since I’m in a totally new world and none of you have probably heard of me, I guess it’s up to me to enlighten you all! Standing here before you is none other than the world’s most beautiful, intelligent, magnificent sorcery genius extraordinaire, Lina Inverse, at your service!
wolfnamedkitty [Hey, look, a perky blonde! With a charming, cheerful smile. Completely harmless looking. Right? Going from what's visible behind her, it's apparent that she's in a suite somewhere in Wood.
Her voice should be easily recognizable from her previous, audio only post.]
Does anyone know if there’s anywhere on the shell that’s out of the way and secluded, with no people around? I haven’t been able to check everything out yet.
After all, there has to be somewhere, right?
[May be a bit of a weird thing to ask, but look at that face! Totally harmless!]
Her voice should be easily recognizable from her previous, audio only post.]
Does anyone know if there’s anywhere on the shell that’s out of the way and secluded, with no people around? I haven’t been able to check everything out yet.
After all, there has to be somewhere, right?
[May be a bit of a weird thing to ask, but look at that face! Totally harmless!]
alderwood[The video comes up on a sparse office with three sheets of paper on the desk and, standing behind it, the Alderwood Commander in uniform. The wear-and-tear of the past month show minimally, but those that saw him at the festival may note slight shadows under the eyes from pulling overtime the likes of which you wouldn't believe. He rests his hands on the desk and addresses all console users with clipped words and a clear tone.]
Those of you that haven't stuck your heads out the door in a month might be surprised to hear we've got trouble on the rise. My officers are tasked to the breaking point handling it and there's intel to say more breach attempts are incoming.
Since they're using you Foreigners to take exception, it's about time you got the chance to do something about it. [A terse grin.] Effective immediately, I am authorising all Foreigners to act as enforcers to uphold the laws of Keeliai.
But don't go sticking your nose in where it doesn't belong. Each precinct's got a stack of cases that need follow-up, most of them arrests. Those of you community-minded enough to help can head to the nearest precinct and get your orders. Report back when you're done and a note will be made. Lieuen's agreed to pay five juulan per successful job once the troublemakers are all rounded up, so trust that it'll be worth your time.
[He stops and refers to a sheet at his left, scanning the data on it.]
I also need crisis response teams, three of them. You'll be on standby to move out at my order in the event of a breach. Teams will be briefed as activated. It's not a voluntary deal either. I know what you can do and if you're needed, you'll be there. You lucky souls-turned-soldiers are ID'd at the end of this message.
And you mercenary types are wise not to tune this out. Lieuen's chipped in danger pay for each deployment of the CRTs, fifteen juulan per head. That sweeten the deal enough?
[A pause for the information to sink in.]
This isn't about pride or falls, people. It's about whatever you need it to be, as long as that need gets you moving when you're needed. Good kedan are dying out there and there's no way to remedy your situation as long as all hell's broken loose. The sooner this is sorted, the better.
Any questions? Ask them now.
[The video ends for those not assigned to a crisis response team; to each of these, an encrypted segment is included.]
( messages: teams 01-03 )
Those of you that haven't stuck your heads out the door in a month might be surprised to hear we've got trouble on the rise. My officers are tasked to the breaking point handling it and there's intel to say more breach attempts are incoming.
Since they're using you Foreigners to take exception, it's about time you got the chance to do something about it. [A terse grin.] Effective immediately, I am authorising all Foreigners to act as enforcers to uphold the laws of Keeliai.
But don't go sticking your nose in where it doesn't belong. Each precinct's got a stack of cases that need follow-up, most of them arrests. Those of you community-minded enough to help can head to the nearest precinct and get your orders. Report back when you're done and a note will be made. Lieuen's agreed to pay five juulan per successful job once the troublemakers are all rounded up, so trust that it'll be worth your time.
[He stops and refers to a sheet at his left, scanning the data on it.]
I also need crisis response teams, three of them. You'll be on standby to move out at my order in the event of a breach. Teams will be briefed as activated. It's not a voluntary deal either. I know what you can do and if you're needed, you'll be there. You lucky souls-turned-soldiers are ID'd at the end of this message.
And you mercenary types are wise not to tune this out. Lieuen's chipped in danger pay for each deployment of the CRTs, fifteen juulan per head. That sweeten the deal enough?
[A pause for the information to sink in.]
This isn't about pride or falls, people. It's about whatever you need it to be, as long as that need gets you moving when you're needed. Good kedan are dying out there and there's no way to remedy your situation as long as all hell's broken loose. The sooner this is sorted, the better.
Any questions? Ask them now.
[The video ends for those not assigned to a crisis response team; to each of these, an encrypted segment is included.]
( messages: teams 01-03 )
wherethestoryis[What is visible of the room is obviously in Earth Sector, both from the décor and from the view out of the large, open window over Lois’ shoulder. As for Lois herself, she’s still somewhat damp and visibly grumpy about it. Her sigh is explosive as she runs a hand through her hair.]
Kidnapping, fine. Another day in my life. Alternate universes? They’re not so much my thing. I try to leave that to the heroes. Murder and mayhem are plenty for headlines.
[Lois rolls her eyes as she says the latter. Despite the few sentences, she manages to convey even more information, even subconsciously: her face and tone are expressive. Exasperation, impatience, and the voice of experience shine through. So too does her underlying concern, though. She is absently twisting some hair around a finger. Her engagement and wedding rings glint as she does.]
Lois Lane, Daily Planet, if anyone’s heard of it.
The last time I ran into an alternate world, at least it was someone’s… misguided attempt at a paradise. Nice enough place, but even that ended in a fight. One day I’d like to get a freaking vacation with one of these things.
[Pause.]
So… are there any competent newspapers around this place?
[So much for wanting a vacation.]
Kidnapping, fine. Another day in my life. Alternate universes? They’re not so much my thing. I try to leave that to the heroes. Murder and mayhem are plenty for headlines.
[Lois rolls her eyes as she says the latter. Despite the few sentences, she manages to convey even more information, even subconsciously: her face and tone are expressive. Exasperation, impatience, and the voice of experience shine through. So too does her underlying concern, though. She is absently twisting some hair around a finger. Her engagement and wedding rings glint as she does.]
Lois Lane, Daily Planet, if anyone’s heard of it.
The last time I ran into an alternate world, at least it was someone’s… misguided attempt at a paradise. Nice enough place, but even that ended in a fight. One day I’d like to get a freaking vacation with one of these things.
[Pause.]
So… are there any competent newspapers around this place?
[So much for wanting a vacation.]
tasteforpoison[Being from a world that still communicates primarily through hand-written, hand-delivered letters makes the consoles of Tu Vishan particularly odd for Yelena. The idea talking to so many people at once, discussing things largely as a group is still strange. She understands the usefulness of the network of course, but it's been hard for her to remember that it's there to utilize until now.
Having spent the last few days in the palace as a guest of the Emperor while waiting for her poison situation to be remedied, she's kept busy in other ways. To be specific, she's been browsing through the palace library for information about well, just about everything that catches her interest. It's what she finds in the history books that finally prompts her to sit at her guestroom console.]
[Locked to Annabeth // 30% Unhackable]
Have been in palace for three days as guest since Emperor agreed to assist with a personal problem. Am safe and have access to the library.
[Public]
I've been doing some reading. Has anyone heard the kedan talk about what Tu Vishan is?
[Because guess who learned it's apparently a giant turtle?]
Having spent the last few days in the palace as a guest of the Emperor while waiting for her poison situation to be remedied, she's kept busy in other ways. To be specific, she's been browsing through the palace library for information about well, just about everything that catches her interest. It's what she finds in the history books that finally prompts her to sit at her guestroom console.]
[Locked to Annabeth // 30% Unhackable]
Have been in palace for three days as guest since Emperor agreed to assist with a personal problem. Am safe and have access to the library.
[Public]
I've been doing some reading. Has anyone heard the kedan talk about what Tu Vishan is?
[Because guess who learned it's apparently a giant turtle?]
stucktoeverythingI haven't really done one of these.
[A short pause.]
Wasn't going to do one.
[Another short pause.]
Figured it'd be too much like I'd be one bad day away from ending up under a blanket screaming 'leave Britney alone!'.
[A snort of amusement with a bitter edge.]
But that's, I was being stupid. I didn't think a place like this was going to be dangerous,
[A long pause, then he continues in a decidedly fake amused voice.]
You'd think I'd know that already, I've seen The Chronicles of Narnia.
[A laugh that fades into a sigh.]
Anyway, I'm just giving a quick shoutout, Asami, Short-And-Grumpy, Annabeth, Criminally Handsome, Little-Panda-Guy and my fellow rooftop dweller; seriously hoping you guys are okay.
If you - or anyone hearing this - needs anything just say the word.
[A short pause.]
Wasn't going to do one.
[Another short pause.]
Figured it'd be too much like I'd be one bad day away from ending up under a blanket screaming 'leave Britney alone!'.
[A snort of amusement with a bitter edge.]
But that's, I was being stupid. I didn't think a place like this was going to be dangerous,
[A long pause, then he continues in a decidedly fake amused voice.]
You'd think I'd know that already, I've seen The Chronicles of Narnia.
[A laugh that fades into a sigh.]
Anyway, I'm just giving a quick shoutout, Asami, Short-And-Grumpy, Annabeth, Criminally Handsome, Little-Panda-Guy and my fellow rooftop dweller; seriously hoping you guys are okay.
If you - or anyone hearing this - needs anything just say the word.
sophos[A teenager, roughly sixteen but no older than seventeen, flicks on the video. She looks pretty hesitant about showing her face, biting her lip and nervously running a hand through her hair, which is pulled back into a ponytail, and so she pulls out some strands with the motion, and the curls dangle. With careful attention, you might notice a streak of grey amongst the blonde.]
[But then she straightens up and her expression becomes something more determined. She hasn't seen anyone she knows in person, so here is a test. Hopefully it won't backfire.]
I need to know if anyone here is familiar with or from ‘Camp Half-Blood.’ [She pauses, then somewhat begrudgingly:] Or ‘Camp Jupiter,’ I guess.
[A sigh, then another pause. She taps her fingers on something off-screen]
Since a decent number of the population doesn’t really seem to be native, just how long have you all been here? I want to know if it’s a common trend or a newer phenomenon.
And does anyone know anything more about this place? Things you might have picked up on your own. I understand the basics, and I gather most of the newer residents have gotten similar lectures upon arrival, so don’t bother with reiterating. I’m mostly curious about things the kedan haven’t explained. I tried asking questions on the cart ride, but the ones who found me weren’t the most talkative on the way here. I’ve learned next to nothing about this Emperor.
[Her eyes widen slightly, as if she’s had a sudden realization] I thought I heard mention of a library – can someone tell me where it is? Or maybe it was a book store? Either way, the question still stands.
[But then she straightens up and her expression becomes something more determined. She hasn't seen anyone she knows in person, so here is a test. Hopefully it won't backfire.]
I need to know if anyone here is familiar with or from ‘Camp Half-Blood.’ [She pauses, then somewhat begrudgingly:] Or ‘Camp Jupiter,’ I guess.
[A sigh, then another pause. She taps her fingers on something off-screen]
Since a decent number of the population doesn’t really seem to be native, just how long have you all been here? I want to know if it’s a common trend or a newer phenomenon.
And does anyone know anything more about this place? Things you might have picked up on your own. I understand the basics, and I gather most of the newer residents have gotten similar lectures upon arrival, so don’t bother with reiterating. I’m mostly curious about things the kedan haven’t explained. I tried asking questions on the cart ride, but the ones who found me weren’t the most talkative on the way here. I’ve learned next to nothing about this Emperor.
[Her eyes widen slightly, as if she’s had a sudden realization] I thought I heard mention of a library – can someone tell me where it is? Or maybe it was a book store? Either way, the question still stands.
zydrateanatomy[The computer terminal isn't anything new to Grave, although the specifics take a moment to figure out. After that, though, he's activating the feed and getting right to it.]
Just when you think that you've seen everything technology has to offer, there lands yet another surprise in your lap.
[He doesn't look particularly impressed or surprised, really.]
I've really just got one question at the moment... Was that a cow? Not that I've ever seen a real, breathing cow anywhere around home... I don't think anyone has in the last ten years, actually, but there are pictures in holo-books. Maybe GeneCo should expand from human biology and take up endangered and extinct animal species.
God knows, I could rip right into a natural fucking hamburger that wasn’t made up of bi-products I can’t even pronounce.
I’m not too sure how happy I am to have been dropped into the ocean, [He gives a half shrug.] but it's already a good deal nicer than home. Nice pad, by the way. Still, it seems quite the eclectic group of people hereabouts and with such diversity comes business, and that’s one gift horse I’m not going to look in the mouth. [He smiles and many might think it the smile of a predator and in many ways, it is.] Every market has a sub-market, so they say, and it’ll just take a bit of poking around to find it here.
[His smile slips then, his expression growing serious.]
Hey, Kid, you around?
Just when you think that you've seen everything technology has to offer, there lands yet another surprise in your lap.
[He doesn't look particularly impressed or surprised, really.]
I've really just got one question at the moment... Was that a cow? Not that I've ever seen a real, breathing cow anywhere around home... I don't think anyone has in the last ten years, actually, but there are pictures in holo-books. Maybe GeneCo should expand from human biology and take up endangered and extinct animal species.
God knows, I could rip right into a natural fucking hamburger that wasn’t made up of bi-products I can’t even pronounce.
I’m not too sure how happy I am to have been dropped into the ocean, [He gives a half shrug.] but it's already a good deal nicer than home. Nice pad, by the way. Still, it seems quite the eclectic group of people hereabouts and with such diversity comes business, and that’s one gift horse I’m not going to look in the mouth. [He smiles and many might think it the smile of a predator and in many ways, it is.] Every market has a sub-market, so they say, and it’ll just take a bit of poking around to find it here.
[His smile slips then, his expression growing serious.]
Hey, Kid, you around?