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[The relatively unfamiliar face of Rachel Alucard is on the screen. She had mostly kept to herself since finding herself in the port and had done a good job of staying out of sight during recent events, but she has elected to show herself again this evening. Her face wears a passive look on it, though her voice carries a tinge of annoyance to it.]

I do not imagine that any of you are so much of a dullard as to not realize what happened to us all recently. In some ways, it was a little nostalgic. However, it was more frustrating then anything else. I have not been in this world long, and it pains me to have to seek help from outside sources. However, it pains me more to simply lose control of my own fate, so I must ask. The events which happened recently, that manner of thing is not common, is it? I suppose I must admit that at the very least I was not bored, but I do not much care for being yanked around by someone or something.

the_dead_pool2

[See Deadpool sitting beside a fire in an old looking room, with a fancy chair. There is some classical music playing, some few may recognize it from Masterpiece theatre He sits with a pipe in hand, his mask lifted enough to draw a bit of smoke from it, and puff it out.]

Friends, today I ask a simple question. Before I do, I would advise all those under the age of seventeen to turn off your NVs, or otherwise disregard this information.

( Mentions of mature subject matter below )

Current Music: Rondeau by Jean Joseph Mouret

drunkenfist

( cut for bright pink text )

( ooc | backdated to late afternoon while the sun's still out. if anyone wants to run into her, she'll be heading away from the diamond and toward the apartments! )

mikhail_in_me

[The device clicks on and the feed is a little shaky for a moment as uncertain hands mess with it. Finally Teito's face fills the screen.]

Ah..Good evening. Sorry to disturb everyone but I just wanted to say hello and introduce myself. I'm new here..but apparently I've been here before. My name is Teito Klein. I guess some of you probably knew me from before so I apologize in advance for not remembering you.

[Teito looks a little uncertain for a moment and turns his face away as he tries to think of what to say. Finally after a couple seconds he looks back at the screen again.]

Does that happen often? I mean..leaving and coming back without your memories. I've had trouble with my memory before so I was just curious if it is only me that doesn't remember being here. I've heard that people can come back with their memories of this place..so I'm just wondering about why I didn't.

I hope I didn't forget too many important things..[Teito looks genuinely concerned about that. He'd hate to think someone would be upset because he forgot something. It's not like he meant to but..that's beside the point.]

Anyway..thank you for your time.

renaissance_ninja

[The normally well groomed Strider appears to be a little on the dirty side today, as he logs onto the network and broadcasts.

His hair is flawless (as always) but there is some dirt on his face and clothes, he seems to have just caught his breath too.]

Okay, so. Making this a public request to see if there is anyone who can lend a bro a hand. I'm looking for some scraps. Metal, wires, copper wiring, motherboards, anything from old useless computers would be great actually, it doesn't have to be in working order is just for a hobby of mine.

[Bending the truth a little there, but he's not up to no good or anything!]

Also, Vantas, if you're around I'd like you to get in touch with me, its about those loans we discussed.

[Text/Private Unhackable to Dave]
Hey bro, I know you're sorted as far as having a place to live goes, but I'd really like you to come scope a place out with me. Its an idea Vantas threw at me and I think its a good plan. I've spotted a building I could transform into something worthy of calling a home already, just need a hand with some details of the property.
Hit me up when you're free bro.

twin_armageddons

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[Translation and text opt out post

and once again the universe decides to take a massive dump on sollux captor.
apparently being on a meteor awaiting death wasn't enough and then i suddenly found myself on some sorts field on what i can only assume is human earth??
what is even the deal with that?
that is such a stupid play to transport people to and whoever decided on that location should step off and go shove something up their nook.
anyway thanks for the free tour of this horrendously sunny place i guess but if someone could just point me in the direction of the nearest exit, that would be great. ]

pranksterheir

jade?
dave?
where are you guys??
i'm in some city called siren's port in canada.
no clue how i ended up here.
is this the new session???
i couldn't have been asleep for two whole years, that's just crazy.
the last thing i remember was jade chasing jaspers and making me run into the wall after they both went through it...
btw, thanks a lot, jade, you totally ruined my birthday cake!
jk, i don't care about that, haha. there were tons of other ones...
but i could use a towel since i have cake all over me now.

[OOC: Please let me know if you'd like me to drop the colored font!]

charmedson

So far I've heard of vampires, demons, angels, humans, meta humans... What else should I be on the look out for?

[Chris smirks a little, a bit self-deprecating at how dumb this post is.] And how many times have you guys seen a post like this one the network?

psychopath

has anybody seen or spoken to that- Enjolras lad?

I was to meet him a couple of days ago but he wasn't there... I can't contact his NV, either.

[Jack presses send and waits. He'd brought Enjolras to the slave auctions a couple of days ago, and everyone asking after him, or has weird reactions, will be on his watchlist.

That and he enjoys playing innocent.]

reassures

[The first thing you see is a white haired boy with red eyes in a sharp black suit. He shakes his head and sits back.] Ok, now important thing to remember. These shades operate based on thought. So don't go turning-

[His brows come down as he sighs.] No, no. Think text function, and it will kick over to translating your thoughts into words.

[He steps out of view before it clicks over.]

see like that
lets get this ready to go
floors yours

[The person Dave is talking to isn't apparent at first; they don't reply verbally while he's speaking, and a few moments after the video feed switches off, more text appears.]

like this? oh!

is it connected? the network

it needs to go there

fyi third person is not the way to go
its connected to the network
just keep going

what?

[She doesn't really get it, but instead of waiting, she posts the pictures she took of the monster that's been attacking people, but the most important one is this one.]

( heartless picture under the cut )

this thing is what's been attacking people. It attacked me, and I think it might have killed Ino. I dont know who else has been attacked.

Guns dont work on it. knives don't work on it. Im not sure what does. it was so fast

If you see it you need to escape

if you have any information about it
dont talk about it on here
come see us face to face
because crazy idea here
it might be someone on the network thats behind this and anyone can see this info
seems really dumb to blather it all out on here

((ooc; Both Dave and Nill will be replying to people!))

madeinoblivion

So. [Joe sounds particularly cranky and irritated] Me and Roxas we were wondering...

Is it okay for a landlord to just like.... come in your apartment and show somebody else around- while you're still living there?

Who just does that? Let strangers walk around and say nasty things about all our stuff, and how it smells like cats. What if we weren't home, and they took stuff? Or if somebody was sleeping, or naked in the bedroom?

...who do we even go to and complain to about it?

We really need to get serious about moving someplace else. Between this and the rent going way way up for next month, and the heat not coming on till it freezes outside... it's getting crazy.

[Roxas chimes in, sounding nearly as perturbed as his friend.]

They said it was an inspection, but we've been here a couple of years now and I don't think we've ever had one of those. Except when we moved in, maybe.

We've never had a problem here, but they were acting like we're bad renters. But we're fine, we always have been.

...and it does not smell like cats. Xact and Blue are really good and we clean up after them!

meowingumbrella

[ Well, here's a sight you don't get to see every day: a goat-like face with wild red eyes with only one goat horn, the other a stag's, and a rather trim horses's mane. This oddball is rather mismatched, and it is far more pronounced when he smiles and reveals his only fang.

Well, you think that might be the case. For some reason, the video only shows the creature as though it is drawn out in stained glass. A strange, animated piece of art. ]

Well, this is new!

But it is all dreary, all the same. How boring. [ He rolls his eyes and sticks out his serpentine tongue. ]

But! There's going to be some hot chocolate! Complete with candy cotton clouds.

It's all on me.

[ Of course, he fails to mention of the roads turning to soap. Oops. ]

rapturescreed

[Hello there, network. Been awhile, right? Raul is not in the office, he's at home. This may be a first.]

Hello, network. It's been some time since I've addressed everyone, and for that, you have my apologies. For those who have recently arrived in this city, my name is Raul Creed. I'm the general manager of Lion's Gate, a club in the upper-class district of the city, and I am also the head of the Newcomer Political Party, a group created for and by your fellow Newcomers. We operate out of the Newcomer Community Center, which I hope you have all been told about by the greeters, or perhaps have visited. Our center is here for all of your needs, and we also have a Newcomer Fund, which will help you with any expenses. It's a loan that we give out, and while we don't expect you to pay it back, all we ask is that once you are on your feet, consider giving some of your good fortune back, to help any other Newcomers who might be in the port.

[He gives a small, tight smile.] It's a much better deal then what you'll find by AGI, and I highly suggest going with the Fund rather then being indebted by them. If you have any questions concerning this, please let me know, my NV is always on, and I am always ready to answer any questions. We've had a few interesting talks on the network lately, and I can promise you, we are doing everything in our power to fix many of the problems you have aired. I can only ask that, rather then taking immediate action in a violent way, you work with us to make sure it can never happen again in the future.

[He leans back in his chair, a fluffy cat jumping onto the couch and curling up next to him.]

Not everything in this city is serious, though. I'm pleased to announce that the NPP will be holding a Halloween Masquerade, which seems to have become a tradition in this city. It's still up to debate on whether this party should be a costume party, or simply a masked ball, and if anyone has an opinion on this, please let us know. We plan to hold this on the 27th, which is a Saturday, and it will be held at the Newcomer Community Center, which I am assured will be decorated appropriately. [He chuckles.] We're also holding our annual pumpkin carving and costume contest at the center, for any of our younger Newcomers who might wish to attend. This will be on the 25th, for those who would like to come by.

Concerning the community center, we're also in need of a new assistant director, to help our directer, Ms. Vesper Lynd, with the work. It is a part time job, but it will take a lot of work, and we would really appreciate someone who has a lot of ideas for events at the center, groups to be made, or classes. You will also be required to sit through the monthly NPP meetings. We are looking for more people to join the NPP, as well, preferably people who have been here for more then six months, and who have the same ideals as the party; to bring about change in this city, for both Newcomers and citizens, and to change the system from the inside.

I believe that is it. Again, any questions or concerns, or even to inquire as to joining the community center or the Newcomer Political party can be directed to me. Thank you very much for your time and patience.

[And he ends the feed.]

[Private text to Vesper Lynd sent later]

I was wondering if you would be free this Saturday for dinner?

spaceydog

[The video switches on to show Jade trying to get a good view of her face, the camera shakes quite a bit as Jade tries to adjust her NV to show her face nicely, it's hard to tell from the NV's perspective if she can actually see her face clearly in it, she mumbles out random swear words, while she tries to adjust, she is obviously frustrated and tired - Siren's port is obviously the last place she wants to be right now.]

Fucking stupid piece of technology-

[She eventually settles her NV and finally does crack a small smile.]

Hi!! Well the greeters give me the entire load down about where I am and stuff. But I wanted get know other people who are stuck in this city as well? My name is Jade and it's very difficult to explain where I come from. But I think what's more important is getting to know other people especially with this situation where in.

So, anyway its nice to meet you all!!

senjulegacy

[ The feed begins on a nostril. Yep. It's one awesome nostril too, for all that the shaky camera action means it's out of focus. Gaze into the deep, dark abyss, Siren's Port! Of Naruto's nostrils. Aren't you glad you turned on your NV today?

Thankfully the camera teeters away after a protracted moment, to somewhere else. Or someone else.

Or. Several someone's who appear to be arguing. ]

--outh! We're supposed to be goin' south! We're not goin' south! Man, can't you even follow directions? [ One Naruto clone. ]

Shaddup! I know which way I'm goin'. [ Two Naruto clones! ]

Why were we following directions in any case? This is a genjutsu! What kinda dumbass believes what the genjutsu people say?
[ Three Naruto clones? Sadly, it is so. ]

Hey. Did you just call me a dumbass? It's not like you're smarter than me!

[ And back to the first clone! Who is rolling his eyes at his copies. ] I dunno, you are kinda stupid. [ Cue all three clones just. Arguing with each other. Wow, so useful guys! Someone clears their throat over the NV. ]

Ahem. [ Nothing happens. So they clear it again. ] Nngh. Oi. [ Still nothing. Okay. Fine. FINE! There's a snick! and a pop, as the Naruto holding the NV throws a shuriken at the clones; hitting one, forcing it to dissipate. The clones pause in horror. ]

HEY! CUT THAT OUT ALREADY! I think I got this to work!

[ Camera swivels again, onto another Naruto who's frowning down at the screen and basically ignoring the 'Hey, hey ask for directions! REAL ONES THIS TIME!' behind him. His expression is fixed, stubborn. ]

Tch. Alright. I don't care where this is. Siren's Port or whatever, it's a genjutsu. That's the way I see it. Even so, I just wanna know one thing!

How th'hell do I get home?

renaissance_ninja

[Dirk hadn't been in the port all that long, a few hours at the most. He'd gathered as much information as he could from where he could 'till now. Now he was wandering around the tower apartments.

The view from his NV was the view he himself was seeing, it wasn't until he passed a cracked and mirrored sheet of plastic in one of the door frames, that the first view of the boy was sent across the network feed.

Pointed shades, pale skin and sea swept alabaster hair.

The young male turned his head around, touching his neck- as if inspecting it before he moved on.

With a flicker of movement too fast to fully see, the boy was on the roof section of the apartments, giving those watching the network a wonderful view of the city skyline.]

From one shit hole to another... Sky risers and a body of water... A home away from home.

fluffybeard

[Hawke is in view of his little magical tome of an NV. He has a slightly powerful look to his stride at the moment, and has a couple of bruises visible on his arms and his cheeks. The modern clothes look quite odd on the muscled man, well. Probably not to you but he's not sure about these... T-shirt things. Or these jeans. But who was too judge.]

This place is very odd. These colourful little pieces of parchment constitute money. But I'm unsure of their worth? I have witnessed of course the use of these things by now, but it seems odd that we do not pay with silvers and sovereigns.

[He appears to have about one hundred dollars in his hand. Rolled neatly as he tucks it away in one of his pockets.]

Another thing I've learned whilst being here, is that you can manipulate these pieces of paper without ever having seen them. It's illegal of course, but how ingenious to be a theif without having to do any of the hard bits. I have to say, this technology is an odd blessing I think.

[He doesn't know about filtering yet, but he's not the subtlest of people either.]

So, Fenris, Zevran and Anders if I haven't completely burned that bridge, drinks on me?

ibreakrules

[The video flickers on to show Frau, very much a man still, looking rather pissed off. His arms are crossed over his chest and he's glaring at the NV.]

Why is it that I have to be one of the only guys to still end up being a guy? Everyone else gets to be their own personal porn. Only it's living, which is even better. This seriously sucks.

[He can't come up with a valid reason for why this hasn't affected him either. Dead or not, he's seen other people who are also technically walking dead who are now women. It's just not fair.

If the fact that Frau wants to be a woman just so that he can stare at his boobs in a mirror or otherwise enjoy them is weird, the fact that the cross pendant he wears as a bishop is fully visible should be even worse.]

theosen

[ At first, there's no audio -- just a particularly gruesome video repeated, over and over without sound. At some point during the broadcast, a voice like age-old gravels begins its narration. ]

Human nature at it's finest.

[ The drunks falls and retches as the door shuts. The one speaking sounds speculative at best, and indifferent at worst. ]

One can only wonder at the purpose of such a display. For what reason were we created if our inclination is towards destruction?

[ As he speaks, the video shows the Unhinged tearing the man apart. ]

Which is the greater monster -- the creature of the Dark? Or is it the individuals who provided it with its prey?

psychopath

So,

[That's Jack, still sounding very male, and sounding very amused -and curious, not at all creeperish, it's not his fault everything exploded into interesting overnight!]

Those who find themselves of a different persuasion, now — what was the first thing you did upon finding out?