Private to missing HoA members: Backdated April 12th, evening

[watchmesoar]

Warren looks into his NV, his brows knitted. The house has been strangely empty. He doesn't think it strange that Magento should go missing for short periods then reappear. But, the house has been all but abandoned, and no one has told him about anything.

"Is anyone there?"

It clicks off.

e l e v e n ∵ v i d e o

[madannoshashu]

[ Good evening, Siren's Port. This may or may not be a familiar face, but tonight, Xigbar stands upon a rooftop, the headquarters of the Xino E. Mao Corporation in the background. He's wearing the black coat this time, as opposed to his more business-like attire, and as he begins his address, there a flames visible somewhere in the distance. ]

Good evening, Siren's Port -- or fellow Newcomers, should I say?

[ He waves a hand, and shadows start forming behind him. ]

Normally, I'd say a little something about AGI or the wonders of corporate power. [ He shrugs. ] But now? [ His smile broadens. ] I'd say it'd be a little dishonest, wouldn't you?

[ Behind him, the tower he once reigned in as CBO erupts in dark flames, and the shadows behind him materialize into a recognizable form. There's three of them, jaws snapping lightly.

Xigbar flashes a demented smile towards the camera. ]

The Darkness is upon us, friends. Let's make use of the time we have left.

[ With that, he shuts off the feed. ]

VIO-S ↑ 20.73 [Video]

[excellentviolet]

[Lee's video feed is his usual professional broadcast: from his desk in Platinum Phoenix Enterprises, with what almost seems to be business as usual. So what he has to say is absolutely unexpected.]

Good day, Siren's Port.

Today, I must tell you all that I don't plan to stay here. I have learned that people have begun to flee through the ocean. Furthermore, this island has become far too hostile. I will try to continue my business in another land, but I am certain that things will be much different if I do. I will be lying though, if I said that I don't miss home. In all honesty, I do feel compelled to see what is happening at the core and if it could return me- as well as others- home.

To my dear employees, please let me know what your plans will be. I want to be assured that you all have somewhere to go, even if I close up the company and leave.

Snake.

[A pause there.]

I'll see you at home soon.

[And he gives a sad smile before closing the feed.]