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Sep. 8th, 2016
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schwanengesang[ The feed starts with a very prim and proper looking person, hair neatly arranged into a perfect bob cut and very well-dressed. Whoever this was, she probably practiced this several times before actually sending the video. It had to be calculated, every word, every movement, had a specific reason. Mostly distant, but approachable enough to gain people's trust. ]
Hello, my name is Rachel Duncan. it's good to make your acquaintan-[ So far her speech was steady, rehearsed, but there was a stutter she couldn't control. She cleared her throat, trying to sell it as anything but a stutter. ] fellow ImPorts. [ Have a very dry smile, it was polite, but had no feeling behind it. Otherwise, she kept herself very still, hand folded neatly on her lap, having strategically placed her other hand against something to steady the recording. Wouldn't want her tremor to show in front of these complete strangers. It was a sign of weakness, not exactly the image she wanted for herself here. who knows who's out there, or if any of this wasn't just some elaborate test. Either way, she wouldn't let herself falter. ] I hope we can continue to work together.
I'd like to get know you, to further our connections. So, what are some good spots here? [ Maybe a club tied to Neolution will show up? She can hope. ] Have you gotten accustomed to your new found superpowers?
[ Forced friendliness is kind of cringe worthy, but she's such a good actress you would have to be very good at reading people to pick it up. ]
Hello, my name is Rachel Duncan. it's good to make your acquaintan-[ So far her speech was steady, rehearsed, but there was a stutter she couldn't control. She cleared her throat, trying to sell it as anything but a stutter. ] fellow ImPorts. [ Have a very dry smile, it was polite, but had no feeling behind it. Otherwise, she kept herself very still, hand folded neatly on her lap, having strategically placed her other hand against something to steady the recording. Wouldn't want her tremor to show in front of these complete strangers. It was a sign of weakness, not exactly the image she wanted for herself here. who knows who's out there, or if any of this wasn't just some elaborate test. Either way, she wouldn't let herself falter. ] I hope we can continue to work together.
I'd like to get know you, to further our connections. So, what are some good spots here? [ Maybe a club tied to Neolution will show up? She can hope. ] Have you gotten accustomed to your new found superpowers?
[ Forced friendliness is kind of cringe worthy, but she's such a good actress you would have to be very good at reading people to pick it up. ]
first chain ✯ video
Sep. 8th, 2016 02:22 pmredigere[Oh look, there's a sweet looking, blue-eyed teenage girl on the feed right now.]
Hello, everyone. I was told it would be a good idea for me to introduce myself, though...I'm not sure how to, really. I'm very bad at first impressions, I'm afraid. [A rueful smile.] I'm Naminé. Do many people know Riku and Kagami? I'm from their world, so you might see me with them from now on. I'd very much like to meet any of their friends.
[After a bit of hesitation, she adds:]
Also, if there are any artists watching this, I'd like to hear what shops you go to for supplies. Riku says I can actually choose my own things now, so... [A tiny little smile.] I want to try spoiling myself a bit.
Hello, everyone. I was told it would be a good idea for me to introduce myself, though...I'm not sure how to, really. I'm very bad at first impressions, I'm afraid. [A rueful smile.] I'm Naminé. Do many people know Riku and Kagami? I'm from their world, so you might see me with them from now on. I'd very much like to meet any of their friends.
[After a bit of hesitation, she adds:]
Also, if there are any artists watching this, I'd like to hear what shops you go to for supplies. Riku says I can actually choose my own things now, so... [A tiny little smile.] I want to try spoiling myself a bit.
akito[ guess who's back! and not in the best of moods, because nothing can sour his mood worse than weird dimensional kidnapping followed up by dealing with government and military officials. and also realizing he has no idea where his beloved dog. ]
Hello! I'm back! It's been five weeks since I was here last, I think, and... What have I missed?
But firstly, most importantly: who has my dog?
Hello! I'm back! It's been five weeks since I was here last, I think, and... What have I missed?
But firstly, most importantly: who has my dog?
prostheticbody[The Major is gazing into the camera, looking as focused and intense as ever.]
As many of you know, my body is completely prosthetic. Back home, this is relatively common, making replacement parts and even entirely new bodies easy to obtain.
But here? Having a body constructed of technology beyond what is readily available poses certain challenges.
[She folds her hands in front of her and leans forward.]
I've reached a point where I need more than just a few spare parts here and there. I'm proposing a joint research project to construct a prosthetic body. It's going to require expertise in engineering, biology, physiology, and neuroscience. I can provide the software solutions, but I don't have the ability to actually construct the prosthetics.
I can provide some monetary compensation, but the real benefit will be the technology itself. After it's completed, you or your company can feel free to use it as you see fit. There are clear medical and military applications. Of course, I'd prefer that it be used for the benefit of humanity, but I won't really be in any position to make demands.
I imagine that if there's anywhere where someone can develop brand new technology on a short timetable, it's here. If you have the ability and facilities necessary, let me know. I'll be thoroughly vetting anyone interested.
[She leans back again. She'd prefer that the technology not be utilized by some Import megalomaniac, after all.]
I'm also contracting out as a cyber security specialist. If you have a personal or corporate network, I can make it virtually impenetrable.
[Prosthetic bodies aren't cheap, especially on an arcade repairwoman's salary.]
As many of you know, my body is completely prosthetic. Back home, this is relatively common, making replacement parts and even entirely new bodies easy to obtain.
But here? Having a body constructed of technology beyond what is readily available poses certain challenges.
[She folds her hands in front of her and leans forward.]
I've reached a point where I need more than just a few spare parts here and there. I'm proposing a joint research project to construct a prosthetic body. It's going to require expertise in engineering, biology, physiology, and neuroscience. I can provide the software solutions, but I don't have the ability to actually construct the prosthetics.
I can provide some monetary compensation, but the real benefit will be the technology itself. After it's completed, you or your company can feel free to use it as you see fit. There are clear medical and military applications. Of course, I'd prefer that it be used for the benefit of humanity, but I won't really be in any position to make demands.
I imagine that if there's anywhere where someone can develop brand new technology on a short timetable, it's here. If you have the ability and facilities necessary, let me know. I'll be thoroughly vetting anyone interested.
[She leans back again. She'd prefer that the technology not be utilized by some Import megalomaniac, after all.]
I'm also contracting out as a cyber security specialist. If you have a personal or corporate network, I can make it virtually impenetrable.
[Prosthetic bodies aren't cheap, especially on an arcade repairwoman's salary.]
7th Mission // Video
Sep. 8th, 2016 07:19 pmdarkpants_warmfeeling[Jacob films this post while standing in front of the white walls of Helix Station in Maurtia Falls, wearing a navy-blue tank top and black shorts. Judging by the sweat visible on his arms, he just finished his exercise for the morning. His ramrod-straight posture projects an image of Official Business that doesn't match his casual tone of voice, or his workout clothes.]
Hey, everyone. I'm Jacob Taylor. I work with RISE: that's an imPort police team, for all you new arrivals out there. I'm putting together something new for the community... kind of a public safety resource. Like the FAQ, but focused on who's causing trouble these days.
So I thought I'd ask: what do you think are the biggest threats around here? Criminals, terrorists, the Soviets? Maybe there's something most of us haven't heard about yet that more people need to know about. It's important to be aware, especially when people might want you dead. There's always something happening under the surface around here.
Oh, and just so we're clear: this is going to be a list focusing on groups, not individual people. So don't bother talking about who your least favourite imPorts are.
[He pauses for a moment, then relaxes his posture as he segues into more civilian matters.]
That's about it for official business. Unofficially... I was wondering if anybody has got suggestions on a good name for a dog.
[He's totally planning to get a dog. Heads up, MF 001 housemates!]
Hey, everyone. I'm Jacob Taylor. I work with RISE: that's an imPort police team, for all you new arrivals out there. I'm putting together something new for the community... kind of a public safety resource. Like the FAQ, but focused on who's causing trouble these days.
So I thought I'd ask: what do you think are the biggest threats around here? Criminals, terrorists, the Soviets? Maybe there's something most of us haven't heard about yet that more people need to know about. It's important to be aware, especially when people might want you dead. There's always something happening under the surface around here.
Oh, and just so we're clear: this is going to be a list focusing on groups, not individual people. So don't bother talking about who your least favourite imPorts are.
[He pauses for a moment, then relaxes his posture as he segues into more civilian matters.]
That's about it for official business. Unofficially... I was wondering if anybody has got suggestions on a good name for a dog.
[He's totally planning to get a dog. Heads up, MF 001 housemates!]
heartisabattleground[The video flicks on to a boy wearing this. How he got them? Don't bother asking but he does look fairly confused. He's just poking at the screen for a couple of seconds, the camera completely shaky and always moving. He doesn't even realize that the comm is on as he says:]
How does this thing even work? Is it even on? Helloooo? Oh- [finally noticing that, yes, he's live.]
Hey, can other people see this? Those big guys said that's how this was supposed to work. Anyways, can someone tell me how I got here? My name's Sora and I'm looking for my friends! One of them is Riku, he's like this tall [gesturing with his hand] silver hair. He's hard to miss. Then there's also Donald Duck and Goofy. [And insert description here because who doesn't know what they look like?]
If you could tell me where to find them that'd be great! Or if you guys are already here, call me, okay?
(ooc: note, that spoilers for kh3d will likely pop up the comments below if you haven't played yet.)
How does this thing even work? Is it even on? Helloooo? Oh- [finally noticing that, yes, he's live.]
Hey, can other people see this? Those big guys said that's how this was supposed to work. Anyways, can someone tell me how I got here? My name's Sora and I'm looking for my friends! One of them is Riku, he's like this tall [gesturing with his hand] silver hair. He's hard to miss. Then there's also Donald Duck and Goofy. [And insert description here because who doesn't know what they look like?]
If you could tell me where to find them that'd be great! Or if you guys are already here, call me, okay?
(ooc: note, that spoilers for kh3d will likely pop up the comments below if you haven't played yet.)
thepalinpaladin[On screen is Lance and he is is practically sliding off his desk in the same way a 14 year old does when stuck in class with 15 minutes left before he can be free for the weekend. He doesn't perk up once he realizes the video feed is active, instead he just complains. How rude. He does seem tired though so maybe it's forgivable.]
I'm so bored. Someone tell me how to not be bored while not moving at all. I tried to make Blue recreate all my favorite cat videos but it turns out metal lions making cat noises is Noisy and Sound Pollution and Disturbing to Neighbors even though I bet they can barely hear her at all.
[There is in fact a loud roar in the background that seems like it's trying to confirm HEY I'M NOT LOUD and it is in fact quite Loud. Lance slides on his desk slightly to the left so he can reach his lion to give her a good pat while still moving as little as possible]
Blue, I know. I'm disappointed too. Pffft, we needed more cats to do proper cat videos anyway.
So, can any of you suggest. I dunno. Good movies on netflix or something? Good book? What do you guys like?
I'm so bored. Someone tell me how to not be bored while not moving at all. I tried to make Blue recreate all my favorite cat videos but it turns out metal lions making cat noises is Noisy and Sound Pollution and Disturbing to Neighbors even though I bet they can barely hear her at all.
[There is in fact a loud roar in the background that seems like it's trying to confirm HEY I'M NOT LOUD and it is in fact quite Loud. Lance slides on his desk slightly to the left so he can reach his lion to give her a good pat while still moving as little as possible]
Blue, I know. I'm disappointed too. Pffft, we needed more cats to do proper cat videos anyway.
So, can any of you suggest. I dunno. Good movies on netflix or something? Good book? What do you guys like?
06 | VIDEO | ID reads "Hikari Lan"
Sep. 8th, 2016 10:39 pmvirusbusting[It's been several months since Lan activated a particular power of his in a more public area, but now he's decided to try it again. This afternoon, he's posting a video once again, but this time the ID displays his actual name, though nothing about the device he's posting from.
Curiously, the camera shows him, but both his hands are visible, so he's not holding up the communication device.]
I've finally figured out one of my powers. How to use it, I mean. And that the space inside the phones is a lot smaller than I thought it was.
[He steps out of frame to show what looks like a large room, the walls and floor grey where they're not covered in faint circuitry patterns.]
...I think it's getting smaller. I don't think it should be doing that...?
[Excuse him while he messes with something off-camera.]
Curiously, the camera shows him, but both his hands are visible, so he's not holding up the communication device.]
I've finally figured out one of my powers. How to use it, I mean. And that the space inside the phones is a lot smaller than I thought it was.
[He steps out of frame to show what looks like a large room, the walls and floor grey where they're not covered in faint circuitry patterns.]
...I think it's getting smaller. I don't think it should be doing that...?
[Excuse him while he messes with something off-camera.]