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[rapturescreed]

[When the feed turns on, Raul is sitting at his office at the Newcomer Community Center, seeing as he trashed his office at Lion's Gate, and it's being rebuilt now.]

First of all, I'd like to welcome all of our recent arrivals to the city of Siren's Port. My name is Raul Creed, and I am the head of the Newcomer Political Party, as well as General Manager of Lion's Gate, here in the city. I realize and understand that this is a tough transitional period for everyone, but I hope that you all know that, no matter what, the NPP is here to help out in any way we can. If you are looking for a job, Lion's Gate is always hiring. We're looking for kitchen, security, wait staff, and bartenders. If you would like to work nights, then please, let me know. The Community Center is also here to help Newcomers out.

[He leans forward a little, hands folded on the desk.]

And speaking of the Community Center, that is the large building a block away from the baseball diamond. The Newcomer Clinic is also at the Community Center, so if you are in need of medical attention, and would prefer not to go to SP General or Skye Medical Center, there is that. All emergencies should go to either hospital, though.

I would also like to let everyone know that the Community Center will be holding a variety of lessons on different subject matters. Re-l Mayer is running those, so it is safe to say that they will be up and running by the end of the month. If anyone wishes to teach a class or two, contact her for details.

[He pauses now, leaning forward and picking up the NV. Walking to the window, he holds it in front of him, showing the city streets spread out from the center's window.]

In more important news, the governor has finally allowed a Newcomer Office to be made within the current system of government. This is a great step forward towards Newcomer rights, and I do wish to aware everyone that our status in the city will hopefully be rising in the future. The governor is letting us have elections to decide who we should put in this Newcomer Office, so be on the look out for possible candidates. For elections, if you wish to vote, you need to become a citizen.

Which is where the Community Center comes in, again. A few months back, we held citizen tests for any Newcomer who wished to become a citizen of this city. The NPP will be holding these tests again, and anyone who would like to become a citizen of the port will be allowed to take the tests, no matter the age or length of time spent in the city. The citizen tests will be on March 21st, and on March 20th we'll be holding a class for anyone wanting to take the tests. I want to stress that becoming a citizen of the port does not mean you are giving up your citizenship of your home country or world. Citizenship here means more benefits for everyone, as well as being counted as a full member of this city. It makes it much harder for the companies to kidnap someone and get away with it, if the person is a citizen.

Back home, citizenship was the highest honor given to an immigrant. I hope that everyone here will take advantage of this opportunity, as we're not sure when it'll come again.

[Filtered to the NPP Head Committee]

This entire Michael Xavier, who has also been recently outed as Magneto, who has tortured and killed a demon by the name of Crowley. All of this is very unfortunate, and I can assure you, we are investigating this matter with full discretion. As of today, Michael Xavier has been suspended from the board, until we know more about what is going on. He has yet to contact me, or return my phone calls. I felt that you should all be aware of what is going on.

[Filtered to Franz d'Epinay]

I'm sure you've seen what has been going on with Michael Xavier. I want you to call him as many times as you can, and see if you can get through to him. I do not want you to discuss any of this with Jubilee. Also, we need to discuss the coming elections, and any progress you have made in regards to finding a replacement.

[Filtered to Doctor Michael Xavier and Jubilee]

Until further notice, you are off of the board. Seeing as you have not seen fit to contact me about your side of the story, your involvement in the board is up for debate. I would like to speak to you about what you thought when you tortured and killed a fellow Newcomer, but as of right now, I don't think you are the right person to be representing my people in this city. This has been sent to Jubilee as well, since she has said to be your legal consul.

[Filtered to Re-l Mayer]

I'm sorry for my reaction when... he arrived. I was not thinking clearly, and I did not mean what I said in the heat of the moment. Please, Re-l, forgive me. You are not responsible for what transpired, and I should never have said anything to that effect. I don't know what I would do without you, here. I'm so very sorry.

Comments

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[momchester]

What can Greeters do to raise awareness for the tests? It's really delicate bringing something like this up with fresh arrivals.

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[rapturescreed]

It's something that could be brought up at a later time? Perhaps simply sending them to the community center, when they have the time, might be best.

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[that_is_asecret]

A citzenship test?

What precisely does that involve?

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[rapturescreed]

It's a multiple choice test, asking questions about the city. Everything that is on the test, we teach in the class beforehand. All you need to do is memorized everything.

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[littlepwny]

Yeah, whatever. I'd like to see someone TRY and kidnap me!

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[rapturescreed]

That is not a wise thing to be saying where others can hear.

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[awakenings]

Until he speaks up about what happened, we don't have any solid answers. You're right to suspend him until he speaks up.

Luckily, there's very few people who know about all of this outside of the Newcomer community.

[And it'd better be kept that way. This whole mess is just downright embarrassing for all of them, especially with the silence on Xavier's end.

Afterward, she's quiet, thinking on what to say to him.]

...I'm not angry with you.

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[rapturescreed]

He hasn't called me back. I would think that if he really cared, he would speak up.

[Yes, well. He's not happy about it, still.]

Yes, you are. You take awhile to answer when you are angry but trying not to be.

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[bestowsgifts]

A citizen's test? My. How patriotic.

[ She's not sure if she should come in and take the test, or come to testing and ruin everyone's day by swapping papers for something else, or something equally childish evil. ]

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[rapturescreed]

It has nothing to do with patriotism, and everything to do with gaining the benefits of being a citizen.

[Voice l Private]

[gaveherwings]

Another immigration wave, another set of announcements. At least that's been so predictably on schedule now that it's easier to anticipate, isn't it?

...It finally does feel like a bit of progress, at least.

But with one foot forward, it's always two steps back, isn't it?

I don't know what to say, about this whole uproar. Only that we cannot let it be any more divisive among the newcomers.

[Voice l Private]

[rapturescreed]

I'm contemplating pre-recording something, to use for every announcement. Otherwise, I've been ad-libbing everything.

He tortured and killed a fellow Newcomer. In my opinion, the sides are clear.

[Voice]

[integrity]

What do you get for becoming a citizen?

[Color Crowley curious.

Not that he would do this bullshit because lol he's the King of Hell, fuck your standards, but he's curious.]

[Voice]

[rapturescreed]

The question is not what do you get. The question is what do you have to lose. [But.]

You get a card with your name and picture on it. The ability to own land, and vote. It's fairly simple.

[laurice]

Hey, boss? What else happens with citizenship tests?

Oh...and I'm still kinda trying to figure out a good design for the mural.

[rapturescreed]

What do you mean, what else happens?

Ah, yes. What have you gotten so far?

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[discretion]

[There is very little that gets through Franz's well-polished persona on any given day, but it's clear he's shaken.]

If he answers, what do you want me to say?

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[rapturescreed]

Whatever you think needs to be said so that he will contact me. This stops right now. I won't let him ruin everything he's done.

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[beenwaitinglong]

Innocent until proven guilty.

Though going on the run and not answering your phone calls is just a mite suspicious.

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[rapturescreed]

Guilty until proven inn0ocent, and turning guiltier by the moment, seeing as he hasn't answered any of my calls.

[Video; Private filter] I am getting to backtags I swear :|

[makethemguilty]

[He sits in his office overlooking the city, the reflection of the lights from the window seen in the background.]

Newcomer Office...? Interesting. No doubt you are pleased as to this development, Mister Creed?

[Citizenship...Well, that could be useful he supposed.]

Hm. Elections...And are you going to nominate yourself for a position?

[Video; Private filter] Take your time bb <333

[rapturescreed]

Of course. We've been working for a year or so on this, and we've gotten so far.

[He pauses.] I haven't decided. It may be more beneficial for me to stay where I am now.

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[thelittlestbub]

[She can't... she can't even respond. Because too many people are turning on him and she just... can't.]

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[soul_scatter]

[He's curious. Because while he knows little of demons, he respects Xavier.]

There is proof?

[Just because he hasn't said anything, doesn't mean he hasn't been watching. He's also working on his own project, before offering it to the committee.]

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[rapturescreed]

There is an ongoing investigation. There has not been proof, from what we have seen so far, but seeing as there is an accusation, we need to give an impression of safety right now. He is suspended until proven innocent.

[voice]

[ergomaniac]

Perhaps study guides might be published for those who cannot attend a class.

[voice]

[rapturescreed]

Study guides for the tests, or a study guide for the different classes? Just as a clarification.

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[ofthursday]

Citizenship is essentially a security issue, then? What are the other benefits?

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[rapturescreed]

It's not just a security issue, though, I admit, it is the one I am most focused on. The other benefits include being able to vote, to own land, to do a lot of different things. It's also about being part of the community. Something that connects you to everyone else.

[Voice]

[southernreaper]

Beggin' ya pardon, sir. But is there an age limit on those tests?

[Voice]

[rapturescreed]

There is no age limit on the tests. If you're five years old, you can take the tests, though you might not pass them.

[voice]

[12second_orz]

A class? [With other people, the general quality of whom he cannot determine? Quelle horreur. He tuts.] I suppose sacrifices have to be made.

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[rapturescreed]

Yes, a class. One class, for a few hours. Nothing more. Though, as Mr. Edgeworth has... kindly suggested, we could make a study guide to send home.

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[mighty_pirate]

Wait...Huh?

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[rapturescreed]

[Sigh.] Which part do you need explained?

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[athermercy]

How many are going to take the test? Do you know?

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[rapturescreed]

As of right now? I don't know how many yet, though at least a dozen, so far.

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[returnsmagic]

Is there a limit on species?

[ He doesn't know if he should sign in and take the test as Eurig or as Aurican. Eurig the old man would be the most logical way, but what if something happens to Aurican the dragon? ]

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[rapturescreed]

No limit on species. Seeing as Newcomers come in all shapes and sizes, as well as species, any one or any thing can take the test.

[walkinthruwalls]

What sort of test? [ Weary ]

[rapturescreed]

A multiple choice test.

[longaevus]

[ Oh, she's going to disappoint him ] I wish you luck with them.

[rapturescreed]

Thank you, Ms. Magnus. Will I see you there?

[arealwoman]

Citizenship? [ She's scoffing at this ] We're kidnapped here and supposed to treat it as home?

[rapturescreed]

You're supposed to treat it as a place you may be at awhile, and as a place that can offer more if you take a very simple, easy test.