Contact: 1 - Time to say hello

[kraythero]

[ The viewpoint spins very slowly and smoothly, not showing a face but a tree, the bark, a branch, a nest. Occasionally tiny fuzzy grey heads stick out over the nest, and their squawking can be heard. The nestlings are grey and white, with pin feathers and a couple have a crest. Someone is studying a nest of blue jays. ]

I’m pretty sure there is a parent around, but only pretty sure. I don’t really know what they are either. Some kind of bird but? Are they going to be alright? They keep yelling.

[ Help a new import out? ]

Which isn’t what I was thinking about saying, but they caught my attention. Anyway, I’ve been filled in, including being told I was here before, even if I don’t remember.

[ With that Anakin pulls the device closer to him, turning it to record him. He’s young, the scar over his face fresh and his hair is very short – he’s only recently knighted and had his braid cut, and his hair is still very short from the more traditional haircut. And his smile is not quite confident, even shy. ]

My name’s Anakin Skywalker, I’ve been here a couple days now. And um, so you need a ‘driver’s license’ I’ve been told. How many of you have gotten one, how did you do it? I’ve been a pilot all my life, these cars have to be easier than a ship. Even a speeder.

Comments

[callmesuperboy]

That makes sense. [ he grins at the other. ]

I would advise bringing a book, or a device with a game on it, just in case it takes a while.

[ Nodding, he remembers his own time at the DMV. Three long lines, but not a bad experience, despite that. ]

[kraythero]

Are there items you aren't allowed to take into there? Because I can find something to work on.

[ His arm if nothing else. ]

[callmesuperboy]

Weapons, usually, or anything that makes too much noise, or makes a mess.

[ He nods, then sighs. ]

This prohibition does not count out children.

[kraythero]

[ Anakin laughs. ]

Children are supposed to make too much noise and a mess. But I can think of something to take with me. Thank you.

[callmesuperboy]

Oh, I know, and I don't have a problem with it, but I know some are sensitive to noise and distraction so...

[ He shrugs, nodding. ]

Good luck with this.

[kraythero]

There's the Youngling at the Temple and then all the kids when I was little.

[ He's used to that. He can help calm them down too. ]

Thank you. It'll be better than the bus, I think?

[ He just wants to go NYOOM really. ]

[callmesuperboy]

Good. I think you'll do just fine.

[ He grins, nodding. This guy seems cool to him. ]

I think so too. Driving is a lot better. Flying is best, but driving is cool.

[kraythero]

Thanks.

[ He's liking Kon as well. ]

Flying is best. They have things to fly around here?

[ ANAKIN NO. ]

[callmesuperboy]

Not a lot, no.

Some helicopters, but those are mostly for intercity travel. Very little in-city.

I mostly fly on my own. Its one of the abilities I have.

[kraythero]

You can fly by yourself?

[ Let's focus on the important thing here. ]

Yeah, I figured.



...Wonder if I can fix that...

[callmesuperboy]

Yes, I can. My body converts solar radiation into a kind of anti-gravity and telekinetic ability.

[ He nods, listening. ]

Do you know how to build such things?

[kraythero]

That's useful!

[ Wonder if he can use the Force to do that... ]

Pfft. Yeah, of course.

[callmesuperboy]

You might be able to find some backers here, other Imports, to help you build a business to do that, then, if that is something you would want.

[ He chuckles. ]

I don't know much about that part.

[kraythero]

I don't know much about running a business. I mean, some yes, but not on that level.

[callmesuperboy]

Like I said, I think there are others here who could help, but that would probably need another network post to ask about.

Sorry I don't know more.

[kraythero]

It's all right, I'll look at it maybe. Businesses take a lot of money, I remember that. So I'd probably need a loan to start, and I'm not sure if that's...

Jedi aren't supposed to own things. Pretty sure a business isn't allowed.

[callmesuperboy]

Maybe not for yourself, but if you were directing the money to help others...?

[kraythero]

I could make that work, maybe.

[callmesuperboy]

Helping each other get settled and make a life here is one of the few things that I think that makes this world better. It feels... meaningful.

[kraythero]

I can see that yes. I'm still just not sure about owning a business...

[callmesuperboy]

I understand. There's no hurry choosing a path here. You have time.

[kraythero]

Hopefully. Thank you Kon, I appreciate your advice.

[ Given he's getting up to look for something to feel the birds, and is using the Force to hold his device, he gives Kon a proper bow - right hand tucked into his left, hands at his midsection, head and shoulders dipped forward. ]

[callmesuperboy]

You're welcome, [ and raises a hand to wave goodbye as he cuts the feed. ]