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[jackedthename]

[The person on the other end of the NV is obviously familiar with this kind of technology. After a few seconds, a small holographic Jack appears, looking rather irritated and pacing.]

Right. This is the second or third time in a year I’ve been unexpectedly whisked somewhere I really don’t have the time to be. Anyone want to tell me how to get back to Cardiff? I have a feeling if I don’t get back soon enough, my team will probably kill me. [A pause, then a reflective smile.] They might anyway, actually.

So. Whoever’s in charge around here? I’m Jack Harkness, and I’m going to find you and get home, any way I have to.

Comments

voice;

[jackedthename]

Well, I was thinking ask questions first and shoot later.

voice;

[typhlopid]

No one individual is in charge, and the users of this network represent a rather small amount of the population of the city - those displaced by the phenomenon known as the Pull. There are many individuals who help with the Newcomer Community Center and the Newcomer Political Party, as well as someone who runs a fun to help newcomers, if you are interested in the community's activities.

Otherwise, I suppose you could attempt a meeting with the governor, though he is indifferent to our plight and the recent trend is to ignore the situation completely. Do you have any any other questions? I would be happy to oblige. [He does sound like the type who likes to show off what he knows.]

voice;

[jackedthename]

Not -- just yet, though I suppose it'd be a bit useless to start shooting, then. Waste of good bullets, too.

voice;

[typhlopid]

You can shoot all you like, but I would not recommend it. Aside from the graphic nature of phallic symbols, you may not find it is such an effective way to rid yourself of obstacles. Sometimes the dead return, and they never have good words to say about those that caused their destruction.

voice;

[jackedthename]

'S always worked pretty decently for me.

voice;

[typhlopid]

Is that so? Do you often find yourself in situations such as these? [Skepticism, and more amusement.]

voice;

[jackedthename]

You'd be surprised.

voice;

[typhlopid]

I doubt I would be. I regret that I am not easily impressed.

Aside from surprising people and possibly shooting them, however, what will you do around here? What did you do in your world of origin?