First Detonation; Video

[extirpations]

[The video feed comes alive to show Kimblee sitting comfortably and smiling at the camera, impeccably dressed in his white suit and hat. There's no hesitation the suggest he's unused to the technology, having thoroughly experimented with the communicator before trying to broadcast. First impression are important and it simply wouldn't do to appear backwards when presenting himself to his fellow imPorts.]

I must admit, this is all rather unexpected to say the least. I had thought the world was done with me.

[He stops and shakes his head reprovingly, as if just remembering that he's got an audience. There's a brief glimpse of the circular array tattooed on his right palm as he tugs off his hat and inclines his head at the camera in a mock-bow.]

Ah, where are my manners? Being as it seems standard to introduce oneself upon arrival, permit me. My name is Solf J Kimblee, although I much prefer simply Kimblee if it's all the same.

I'm honestly not sure about this hero business I was told about but I am happy to be of assistance however I am able. Military service is at least not entirely unfamiliar to me so I suppose that may be of use. Otherwise I am a fairly accomplished alchemist if I do say so myself and would be happy to make my skills available to those who might have use of them.

[He goes to finish then stops, as if he's just remembered something.]

Before I take my leave, I do have one small request - could anyone recommend me a dry-cleaner? I know it seems a trivial matter but it can be quite troublesome finding a reliable service. Being as I've been assigned to work at a local men's outfitters it would be inappropriate of me to look less than my best.

I thank you all for you attention.

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[ the video clicks on to Freddie, smiling at the camera and looking pretty as she sits at a picnic table in the Heropa park. ]

Piggybacking slightly off of Wild Tiger and Mr. Brooks's post, I've got an announcement to make to the network.

[ and she knows she's gonna get fussed at for this. so, there's a brief pause while Freddie steadies herself, then she looks straight at the camera. ]

Lunatic. I know you're reading this, because you're an imPort [ (she assumes) ] and we all received these communication devices. [ she flashes the network a winning smile that's a bit too much teeth and smarm for it to be reassuring. ] Care for an interview? Tattlecrime exclusive, what does the mysterious masked vigilante known as Lunatic want, and what does he want to tell the world?

[ okay, assuming that Tattlecrime has a worldwide audience is a bit of a stretch, but 'what does he want to tell the Porter cities as well as the small scattered American audience that reads this' doesn't sound as good. that 'winning' smile fades, turning into a little frown at the camera. ]

And before others of you decide to question my methods, [ WILL AND CHILTON ] I know exactly what I'm doing. [ grinnnn ] Trust me on this.

[ it doesn't enter Freddie's mind that even if she didn't want to interview a serial killer, nobody would trust her in the first place. the camera clicks off, with the last image being Freddie's self-satisfied smirk. ]

7th Trick - Text

[vengefulshades]

I always liked the fall. Nice scenery, good food, cool nights and mild days. Holidays right around the corner. Things always feel a little cozy in the fall. I died in the fall, too, so I guess I've got a special attachment to it.

I think people are getting a little out of control with the pumpkin spice thing, though. Was it really that good?

[That's your Manipulator: your occasionally poetic villain who occasionally makes thoroughly pointless network posts because he's eternally bored.]

I was a big fan of Halloween too. Nothing more fun than dressing up in costume and eating candy until you puke. Of course, that was a long time before I knew that ghosts were real.

By the way, you should probably keep that in mind before you cut holes in sheets and start running around making oooooo-noises, jerks.

In any case, I had a conversation the other day that got me thinking. Do ghosts exist where you come from? And if they do, what are they like?

If there's not ghosts, maybe there are monsters or something kind of like that. Whatever kind of spooky-type creatures you might have in your own dimensions. I'd kind of like to hear about what they're like in other places.

[You know, just in case someone has an idea he hasn't thought of yet.]

In before "ghosts don't exist anywhere." You're going to have a hard time convincing me of that.



((All replies to this message will come from "The Manipulator," and will only be in text or audio format.))]

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[lyingheart]

How do you convince government authorities that you're not just feigning ignorance, you're actually computer technology illiterate? This is almost two hours of being told I'm a potential hacker, and while I almost laughed the first time they said it, I'm now wasting my pee break asking for help proving the only way I'll be hacking into a computer is with an axe.

( private to knock out, about two hours later; )

01--Video

[leaderly]

[Souji's face pops up on the feed. He's looking directly into the camera unflinchingly. His stare can be intense if you're prone to it. He doesn't look unfriendly, just that he doesn't seem to smile as he's talking. It's as though he has a polite interest in you, specifically.]

Hello. [Pause.]

My name is Souji Seta.

I'm new here.

I need to know where Franky G's Wienery is. Thanks.

first bloom ✿ video

[terraformagica]

[ Someone, woe upon them, had suggested to Amalia that she make an introduction for herself, so that people can get familiar with her. Unfortunately this suggestion came after the explanation about heroes and their responsibilities to the people, and the flora princess' eyes just sort of glazed over with daydreams about adoring fans after that. Consequently, this may not be the type of introduction they had in mind. ]

Hello hello, ladies and gentleman and children of Heropa! May I present me, Amalia Sheran Sharm of the Sadida, and I am here to be your new hero! You may all rest assured that as I have experience in doing this many times over--

[ Which, in truth, is twice. But they were very impressive times so they should absolutely count for more than the actual number, that is her reasoning. ]

--that your safety and happiness is most important to me! If you do any dangerous things, well, you shouldn't do dangerous things anyway but if you do, then make sure I am there first!

And I don't want to receive any kind of request about saving you from school right before a test! Unless of course there is an actual emergency, and it happens on the day of a test, which would be very very bad luck. However if your luck is really that bad, you probably need my help anyway!

So don't forget my name: Amalia Sheran Sharm!

[Video]

[knightunbraided]

[A dark face with bright, golden eyes peers out over the network. Considering his situation, he seems almost criminally happy, with his wide smile and obnoxiously cheery attitude. Who is this stranger? Well, Wing himself is about to tell you.]

Greetings, friends! My name is Wing and I'm afraid that I'm new here! I'm Cybertronian, ordinarily, but it would seem that this world of yours has given me a new form! Fascinating! If someone could give me the bare basics in how to operate this body, I'd be very greatful. I look forward to seeing things from your perspective. It'll be an educational experience, without a doubt.

[His enthusiasm gets the better of him, and he's suddenly knocked over.]

Omph, yes. Does anyone know how to control these?

[He holds the camera up high enough to show off the two large white wings sprouting from his shoulders. Haha, someone out there has a sense of humour.]

Information on that would be useful too!

2. Video

[anthropophagite]

I'm still not an expert, but back home I was training physical combat. You know, get some muscle on this bones. [ Kaneki laughs lightly because he knows he is really skinny and weak and lacks muscle ]

Since now I'm here and the person who was training me isn't, I was wondering if anyone would mind training me? I'm not terrible at it, but I'm also not great. [ and he may also lack some self-confidence ]

I have super-strength and I'm also very sturdy, and I don't want to hurt anyone so... [ yeah ] Anyone with super-strength as well would probably be for the best.

Soooo. [ a pause. Kaneki isn't sure if this is how it goes ] I think that's all! Thank you for listening!