Video - Ambassadorial Announcement

[exsithstential]

[Hey everyone, it's your friendly neighborhood Ambassador from Maurtia Falls. He's got his killer black suit and red tie combo going on as he regards the screen warmly.]

Good evening. And yes, I can say that. Because despite everything that has been happening lately, we continue to persevere. In the face of pain, and in the face of terror, we have stood strong. As I know we can continue to do together.

We remain unbroken.

I know many of you still feel anxious, however. Like me, you're probably feeling a strong urge to act, to do something. Anything to strike back against this feeling of violation. But I urge you to consider what matters. What truly matters in times like these.

Have we lost because someone struck out against our community? That we have been beaten? I have seen Imports assaulted time and again and yet I still see the resolve to continue our lives. To not bow to our fears.

Not once have I considered us beaten.

I believe that every step we take forward from tragedy is a victory. And as long as we continue to move ever onward we have never truly beaten.

That is why today I will not give any more attention to those that would wrong us. They are no longer worthy of our consideration. I come to you with my step forward into our future.

Today I bring you the Import Helix Station.

[With a wave out and behind him, the camera pans back to a large, gleaming multi-story building. Despite it's simple design, having been until recently an out of service highschool, the exterior had received a complete overhaul. Large windows framed with shining white-steel walls cover the majority of the visible side as it seems to almost glow in the evening sun.]

Of course, that's just the first name I could think of. [Revan hums this as the camera comes back to focus on him, losing much of the grandiose and somewhat enthralling tone he'd had until now. Now he seemed softer, more personable.] I'm actually open to ideas in that regard!

If you have forgotten or missed my previous announcement, I've built this facility to provide a base of operations for all Import designed services and charities that are directed towards our own community. While the other Ambassadors have done exceptional work providing for us all, I know there are several of you out there that have a desire to do good for your peers. Especially those that have just been ported in and lack the resources to comfortably start out on their new paths.

Now, you'll have the resources to do so. Any who wish to sign up their service will have all the tools and foundation they need to let their noble intentions find traction.

For starters you'll receive your own office, as well as workshop space and tools for you and anyone supporting you so you'll have a base of operations from which to act. And if you choose to register your service, you have the option of setting up the service to be a permanent addition to the facility. Meaning should you even become unable to continue your work, another noble soul can come in and pick up from where you left off.

So I urge you, come. Take this step with me into the future of Import prosperity. Together we can over come anything.

Together, like a helix. All interconnected. [He makes a bit of a spiraling motion with his hands] So... you see what I did there, yeah?

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[resipiscent]

That thing is pretty classy.

Don't think I'd use that as the name, though. Sorry.

[exsithstential]

My thanks. I am open to suggestions. Something that exemplifies the nature of strength from cooperation imports have.

[resipiscent]

Why not just "Helix"? It's just, "ImPort Helix Station" is kind of a mouthful.

[exsithstential]

[There's a pause as he mulls the suggestion over.]

Just... "Helix"? Not Helix Station?

[Station makes it sound COMMANDING. Just under Fort.]

[resipiscent]

As a... title. "Station" makes it sound like we... use it for vehicles.

[exsithstential]

It's a bit different in my culture. Where it meant more of a 'place that holds purpose'.

Like what you mean when you say space station. Or a way station. Or police station. I would say it holds people than vehicles myself.

[resipiscent]

Oh, I see. Yeah, I was imagining... "train station".

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[chancetoatone]

Your endeavor is indeed impressive, Revan. I bow to you. Unfortunately, I have little skills to offer the newly-arrived imPort.

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[exsithstential]

It is no real feat. I had the resources and the time. And I found myself of a similar disposition. However the one thing I did have was the resources to to give others a chance.

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[chancetoatone]

[He inclines his head.] And yet, I lack those as well.

[I wasn't broke back home, but damn.]

[exsithstential]

[Revan frowns at that.]

I'm sorry my friend. I didn't realize you had such a need. I'm familiar with your contributions during the Alaskan operation.

I would be honored if you'd consider working at the Helix Station as Security. Someone of your skill would be invaluable. If... you didn't find that sort of work too mundane.

[chancetoatone]

Working security has its merits, and I find it enjoyable. It's...interesting to see the other side of things.

[exsithstential]

Really? [The word comes out as a relieved sigh. More so than intended]

I mean, I couldn't have asked for anyone better. My plans might be a little far reaching, but with you watching over people, it would definitely ease my worries.

[chancetoatone]

You have much faith in me to have never seen me in action, Revan.

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[bestever]

Huh. Not a bad idea. Who's paying for all this, though?

[exsithstential]

I... received financial aid from the Government at first. But when that fell through I relied on my own resources

[That's a way of answering the question without saying a whole bunch.]

[bestever]

What kinda resources you got that you can just throw this kind of thing together?

[exsithstential]

Is there something unusual about my work?

[A perfectly innocent tone.]

I do own my own business. Sadly most of my profits are being sunk into this project. So if it turns out to be unhelpful then I'm the one who suffers.

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[glowsferatu]

So, it's like a business park for imPorts, is what you're saying? A sort of subsidy for those of us getting started on independent ventures, to give us room to work.

[exsithstential]

In a sense, yes. Consider it a... spring board for stimulating community involvement.

[You have to admit, he's getting better with Earth metaphor.]

The only caveat is that the services installed at the station be aimed at improving the welfare of the import community.

[glowsferatu]

So you aren't especially interested in hosting private businesses. Pity.

I'm not quite sure how many services of that sort we have anymore.

[exsithstential]

[He pauses, considering her words with a thoughtful expression.]

...I haven't really given the idea much thought, truth be told. I suppose if there wasn't enough interest in charities, the next best thing would be stimulating import commerce. If only to justify all the space I requisitioned.

Do you think many imports would find that helpful?

[glowsferatu]

Well, speaking for myself, expanding from a crowded bedroom to a proper studio would do wonders for my work, but I certainly wouldn't start working for free to acquire it. But hoping to be given space rent-free isn't reasonable, either.

[exsithstential]

Yes, it's an intriguing notion. The success of which would be finding a way to stimulating import commerce to grow, without creating a dependance. Or taking advantage. Perhaps temporary licenses that allow imports control rent within the facility to start or grow a business?

[glowsferatu]

That would be a start, certainly. Though it would give rather a sink-or-swim period, depending on the length of that license. Once it's expired, there's the question of how much they'll pay, but of course that will depend on what sort of space they have.