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Greetings imPorts.

[His volume is far lower than it usually is, more near well... a normal speaking volume. That and the usual furrow in his brow and intense expression is softened.]

First allow me to welcome all those who have recently arrived. I am Gamagori Ira, Nonah ImPort Ambassador. I am one of the individuals responsible for assisting any imPorts with whatever they may need, and that goes especially for the imPort residents stationed in Nonah, North Carolina. Welcome. Please see to speaking to me should you have any questions or issues.

My main purpose for this announcement-- [A breath, glancing down, then up to the camera again.] Is to inform all those familiar with the imPort, Inumuta Houka, that he has been ported out.

[Another pause. Ah... his stomach turns a little, his lips curling in. How many of those from his home now has that been? It's to be expected the sort of emptiness widening in his chest. But this isn't necessarily a surprise. They would all leave here... eventually. Iori, himself... He's not one to dwell in loneliness, but a man that prides himself on protecting those he cares having to see them leave one by one, will feel it shake his foundation.]

He was important to me, and important to the imPorts as a united group! Through his skill and intelligence was I able to organize and create the Nonah ImPort Training Facility we have today. An ally!

-A friend!

And what I began to accept as part of my family.

[...What else can he say... does he need to? The words are harder than they should be to say and he feels his skin heat slightly. Gamagori's not the sort to hold back his tears either, and so when he closes his eyes in his silence, one or two roll down his face. He leaves them for a moment before breathing in deep and raising a hand to wipe them, looking back up again.]

That will be all.

Thank you.

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[rassera]

[Kaneda's about to start this off with a cheerful hello, but listening for a few moments longer, he realizes that this is more than just a greeting, but a departure as well. Someone close to Gamagori, as a matter of fact. He's still trying to get the hang of this world--how it works, mostly--but any idiot can figure out what 'ported out', means.

The magic works for someone after all, and it leaves people behind.

So he'll put on a smile, waving a little into the camera. Looks like someone's gotten over his own fit on arriving.]

Heeeyyy, that's a good thing, right? I mean--

[He looks around a moment.]

They're back home, yeah? So you'll definitely have them waiting for you.

[There's a two fingered salute before a smile.]

Nonah, huh? That's where I'm currently at. Just arrived, as a matter 'a fact.

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[Yeah, Gamagori felt slightly strange making this announcement when it seemed they were getting their monthly influx of new arrivals. But it had to be done, Inumuta deserved it. And many were friends with him and deserved to know as well. When new arrivals show it's better to focus on assisting them, helping clear confusion and assist them in assimilating. But again... he'd make the announcement, even if it got lost in the business of the network.]

[The smile in nice though Gamagori doesn't greet it with his own. It's not often he smiles anyway but he's not particularly feeling it right now for obvious reasons.]

Yes... I understand that and I look forward to returning to his side one day. But for the time being I will remain and hold my memories of him close to my heart while I continue my role in this world. My resolve will remain iron.

Oh- your name?

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[sewoften]

[ This is actually the conversation he'd had with Inumuta right after he'd come out of jail: the mutability of their time here. So while he, too, has noticed, Iori's version of offering comfort is to have picked up tea from a nice cafe in Nonah, and end up back at the apartment with two bentos (THIS TOOK EFFORT) and highly drinkable tea.

Of which he offers to Gamagori, simple as can be. Food... helps. Probably. If he could make drinkable tea, he'd offer that. This is his substitute. ]

I saw you made the announcement.

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[bulwank]

[A slow turn to the words and he smells it, the tea. It smells... a lot nicer than tea Iori makes, though of course he won't say that. Infact Iori will get a smile, kind of. It's a lot more sad than a smile should be, and he makes sure to show the expression after the video is no longer recording him.]

Yes. Thank you.

[He takes what's offered and already moves to loosen the collar of his uniform as he sits down.]

It had to be done.

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[friendshiprocks]

I'm sorry your friend left, Mr. Gamagori. [ and she means it. there's a long pause before Hime speaks again ]

If you need anything like tissues or chocolate, let me know, okay?

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[bulwank]

I have already wiped my own tears, I do not need anyone's assistance with that. Nor will I ever.

[A deep breath, glancing down.]

But I thank you. [Closing his eyes.] Do you think chocolate will help?

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[bindsthedead]

My condolences on your friend leaving, Ambassador. I hope the training facility becomes a fitting legacy for his time here.

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[bulwank]

Thank you, Miss Sabriel and there will be no need for such hope! Inumuta Houka has left his mark on this world and if others will not remember it, I will. [Until he has to leave this place as well.]

Though from something like this... it makes me wonder what would happen to the Facility should I be ported out.

[yatagarasu]

Houka...

[Kay grips her scarf and glances down, blinking several times. They didn't always get along, but she rather liked him. And liked trolling him. It also didn't help that he was yet another one in a long line of friends and acquaintances who were being sent home, even though perhaps that might be for their good.]

I'll miss him. He was my friend too, Gamagori.

[bulwank]

[Ah, using his first name gets his attention. He glances down, giving a small nod. He wasn't aware of her relationship with Inumuta, aside from that one... post. Not long ago. The one meaning to get back at him for spilling that information? It was childish, but well deserved in a way.]

I did not realize... I apologize, I didn't know you were close. Though it's often he made his friends by being audacious. Infact, that spunk is what brought him to my side as well! [To all the Deva's sides actually. Little punk...]

[resipiscent]

I'm sorry. That's a shame.

[bulwank]

It is for the best... And even knowing that, I still feel regret I didn't make more time for him. [His brows furrowing. They worked together a lot, lived together. But did he really spend time with him now that they were forced to spend time together? He feels like... it all flew by. He feels bad.]

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[outlawrain]

...Sorry to hear he's gone.

[Moses and Inumata never did get along unless it was necessary. Moses had saved him a few times but it's never been something where they've been close.

He's still unhappy about what had happened.]

Need me to get you anythin'?

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[bulwank]

Perhaps I'll get groceries today, Moses...

Do you want to come with? [He'll cook something in his honor, maybe walk the chickens. He can't just... Sit around today.]

[gowild]

[this is definitely the person you want to hear from now, isn't it, Gama? this guy right here.

...but. somehow, he isn't full of attitude today. instead he actually sounds... serious?? ??]

Hey. Sorry to hear about your buddy.

[bulwank]

[It's starting to become expected, this man. Though they've never really spent time together he's around enough to acknowledge. And for a second he thought, 'I don't have the patience for this', for this man, for what comes with him. But he's been relatively fine the last few times, if a little mouthy. And while he feels contested by Uvogin's obvious strength, there hasn't been anything else to worsen it.]

[A look, and then he'll glance down before closing his eyes, giving a small nod.]

Thank you, Uvogin, sir.

[A pause.]

Do you have friends from your world here as well?

[theslayerofgod]

Hey...

[Seeing Gamagori so downtrodden? That's pretty depressing actually. He takes a breath.]

...I'm really sorry about your friend. This place is pretty rough like that, I know, but it's not like that makes it easier.

[bulwank]

[He doesn't need your pity! Though he's be sad to know it's that depressing. It shouldn't... him being like this, even someone leaving, it shouldn't be depressing. But then- it is, isn't it? How frustrating.]

I'm afraid I don't know what will make something like this easier. But in life, the answers do not always show themselves to our eyes.

[wayhot]

I'm sorry to hear that he's gone, Ira. [She liked Inumuta. Beyond being close with her boyfriend, he was a pretty cool person.]

He's home now, at least... but I know it's still rough. [With him being gone, while Gamagori continues to remain here.]

... Do you want any company?

[bulwank]

Phoebe.

[He's quick to crumble a little from the sight of her alone. His great shoulders relaxing and lowering. And her voice makes him feel like he's shaking a little. His head lowers. Inumuta was... he had been here with him the longest. And while one still remains, Iori has only just arrived in the perspective of things. Inumuta has held his place by his side for so long and perhaps his leaving...

it's shaken him. It's pressed upon him the reality of this world. Suddenly he fears Flame Princess leaving again like she had.]

I would like your company.

-But later tonight, please. [Because for now he and Iori are spending some time together. But he'd like to have Flame Princess by his side soon.]

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[restingstitchface]

[There's a pause on Crane's end. What can he say, given their last conversation? What more can he do, other than offer Gamagori the chance to talk about things?]

... I am sorry for your loss.

[No mention of titles. No exchanging of names. We're all friends here, aren't we?]

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[bulwank]

[...He's not sure how he feels about that voice... But while those words are comforting, he also doesn't want to be agitated by Crane. So he takes a deep breath, and closes his eyes. then responds.]

While in my soul it feels like a loss, I must remember it is not.

But thank you... Doctor. [Sorry, it's still Gamagori after all.]

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[sassguard]

[ The quietness in itself is a cause for attention, attached to a name he normally knows more for its volume than anything else. When he begins to cry, as minimal as it is, Shepard doesn't look away. He does, however, keep to a respectful tone when he responds. ]

I'm sorry to hear that. I didn't know him, but I can tell he meant a lot to you.

[ He isn't one for meaningless platitudes, so the silence hangs a bit awkwardly before he continues. ]

Did he... ah, make any plans for what to do if he got Ported out?

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[bulwank]

[Crying isn't something that should be shamed, right? Especially when you stand strong, and wipe them yourself.]

Yes, he was a very important person to me, someone I had grown close to both in my world and here.

[A nod.] Thank you for your words, sir.

What do you mean?

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[attainment]

We were acquainted. [And he actually had a healthy amount of respect for Inumuta. The man was brilliant, and he didn't shy away from taking responsibility for himself. He still remembers the apology he received not long after Inumuta had been manipulated into releasing some of his personal information, despite the fact that he really didn't have much to apologize for.]

I'm sorry to hear he's no longer with us. You have my condolences, Ambassador.

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[bulwank]

He seemed to be far more social in this world than I am used to. [A small smile at that. Inumuta had a tendency to lock himself away, which granted, led to his prowess with computers, but still would make gaining further allies and relationships an issue. At least in Gamagori's mind. But Inumuta, and himself as well, have both been doing well with interacting on a more... friendly level with more people.]

Thank you, sir. Perhaps it is for the best though.