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[mathemagier]

So it occurs to me that there are different forces at work here, among even the imPort population. I confess to have no real understanding of these political intricacies, but feel as though it's important to remain aware of the influences permeating our own subculture of sorts. So far RISE and the Justice League have been spoken of in passing, but what are these organizations and are there any others? An overview would be appreciated.

I feel I should also express my thanks to those that met with myself and my colleague last month before the swear-in, as well as to those that assisted us during the event itself. We are most grateful. We've decided to take employment at StarkTech for the time being, where we'll be heading up a new biotechnological division.

[A little later, an additional notation pops up]

Never will I understand the desire to erect a wall in the face of opposition.

Comments

[driftsintobuffetline]

Okay. Wow. I overstepped, huh. Or was it the Kaiju thing? It was, wasn't it. Honestly, it's not as crazy as it sounds--or it is, but it was for the right reasons. [This concern is why for once he actually had the tact to not say explicitly "And Hermann did it too!" Lol.] Ok, no, that's fine. Let's go back to the beginning.

Hi, Claire. Call me, Newt. So, I hear you have a baby T-Rex. Very cool. If you ever want to talk about it with someone who also has empathic-bond issues, just drop me a line.

Or Hermann, because I'm the one in this bond who eats the kitchen chair legs. He's the one that makes sure I don't choke to death on them.

[blahnik]

[ congrats, u made her laugh. ]

At least now I know what to get you both for Christmas.
I'll gladly take you up on that invitation. And you can both meet Ripley if you like.

[driftsintobuffetline]

[ yay! ]

Well, Hermann's Jewish. But yes, some new kitchen chairs would be just delicious, thank you. I've almost finished off ours.

I would love to meet her! I can't speak for Hermann, but I'm sure he can be persuaded. Anytime you want to talk, just drop us a line. We should be moved into De Chima fairly soon.

[blahnik]

It might be easier for you to call me to schedule a day once you're settled.
I don't want to take any time away while you're busy.

[driftsintobuffetline]

Alright! Sure thing. I'll have Hermann set something up once we're figured out on this end.

[mathemagier]

Non-practicing, before any further miscommunication occurs. Not that either of us require any gifts to begin with.

As for Ripley, well you must understand my hesitance, but I will accompany Newton to this hypothetical meeting.

[blahnik]

I do, and I would not offer if I was not certain of being able to provide for your safety.
There is a room in the museum I use for demonstrations for the paleontologists and other researchers.
If it will reassure you, we can meet there. I can give you a personal tour,
and you may both have what you like from the museum's café.

[mathemagier]

Not to alarm you Ms. Dearing, but if Ripley is.. teething, there may be more of a risk to her than Newton.

But that sounds fine, thank you. We'll sort out a date once we have a better idea of our schedule.

[driftsintobuffetline]

I want to MEET Ripley, not be her chew-toy, Hermann. Geez. I'm not going to put her little girl in danger by poisoning her.

[mathemagier]

And you'll be able to resist touching her?

[driftsintobuffetline]

Well, no, but I'm not going to touch the sharp, pointy parts.

[mathemagier]

She may or may not share your caution.

[driftsintobuffetline]

You suck all the fun out of everything.

[mathemagier]

I believe you've mentioned that.

[blahnik]

What do you mean?

[mathemagier]

Newton should explain, if he's up to it. But in essence, it would be dangerous for Ripley if she bit him.

[blahnik]

I look to prevent bites first and foremost. [ usually by keeping her hand in or around ripley's jaw. #living on the edge ] But I will keep that in mind.

SURE IT WAS

[driftsintobuffetline]

[driftsintobuffetline]

[ Yay, let's tell the beautiful lady and new friend that we are toxic. this is fun. HATE YOU, HERMANN ]

My blood is poisonous. Exact conditions are largely untested.

Obviously not so bad while it's inside me, as Hermann's around me like 75% of the day and it hasn't killed him (yet), but I'd suspect ingesting is a no-no and me bleeding ON someone is also generally not a great idea. I'm guessing it's like an animal's defense mechanism or something. Not really sure yet. I haven't even risked sharing food or drink, but then for that I'd need a willing test subject and Hermann thinks I have cooties anyway. But I think it's just basically the blood that's the issue. So tell Ripley no nibbles and we're good.

[blahnik]

[ she'll do you one better: ] We'll keep you both far away from each other.

[ ~problem solved~ ]