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[ The man who first appears on the screen is easily recognisable thanks to the very prominent scowl between his brows. People may have seen it before. Usually it comes about when he’s forced to do something like this. In his hands are varying sheets of paper that he rifles through as though to ignore d’Artagnan and his eager camera.

Athos waits a moment, then two, before he sighs. ] Go on then, I know you’re dying to announce it. Let’s not keep them waiting.

[ That’s all the cue d’Artagnan needs. The camera wheels around to show his face, where he’s looking altogether too pleased with himself. ]

We have something to tell you all. [ The camera lingers on his face for a moment and then shifts up, fixing on a sign bearing a symbol that will be familiar to anyone who’s met the Musketeers. D’Artagnan’s voice accompanies the picture. ] We’d like to welcome you to our new offices.

The thing is, we’re Musketeers. This may not be our world, but we’re still able to work. We’d like to help, in the best way we can. And let’s be honest, I was never going to help anyone at the Renaissance Faire.

So, we’re opening an agency of our own.

[ The camera pans around the office itself, showing a mostly wooden interior, a desk, several chairs, and what looks like a modern coffee machine hidden in one corner. There are several doors, including one that leads out to a yard. A couple of horses can briefly be seen there. ]

We want to do our part, here in De Chima. We’re here to protect you. We’ll be your guards, if you need us. We’ll investigate crimes that you bring to us. You can come to us in confidence, and we’ll do all that we can to help you. This is our work, and we want to get back to it.

[ A large hand grasps to reposition the camera and in looms a set of curls and not much else before the camera settles on a desk and Porthos comes into the frame. ]

Not like we get all the praise and glory, despite it being something that’s been well-deserved by our regiment, in my very humble experience. Only, there’s the bit where we take the best. I mean, I’d accept mediocre if I could train it out of you, but I think Athos might have my head first.

[ Which is actually a good point. Athos makes a noise like clearing his throat and waits until one of his companions angles the device again to get him in it. ] We’re taking anyone who wants to learn and seems as if they’d be capable. Men and women. [ And that’s at least one sign that he’s becoming one with the times. And that he’s not as bad as all that, thank you Porthos. ] We only ask that you be over sixteen and that you are prepared to learn. It is not an easy life, you do not make it without dedication. We would expect much of that. But I can guarantee that it is worthwhile. And if you trust us to teach you then you will not be let down.

[ After all that, d’Artagnan pulls the camera back to himself. All of that seriousness has not gotten rid of his excitement. ]

You can let us know if you’re interested. We open for business two weeks from today. If we can help you, you should get in touch.

( nb: the occ information post is here and sign-ups are here. Athos is black, D’Artagnan is teal and Porthos is purple. )

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And how effective will you be when you're not a native of this time?

[Guns might be new to Dorian too, but he saw the complaining about the difficulty in acquiring rounds that fit their outdated gun.

But then again having a bunch of very fit men hang around might be a sufficient deterrent.]

[ Don't get his hackles up, Dorian. ]

That matters little. Those who are native do not care much for the imPorts. I would have that be placed into our hands.

That doesn't bode well if someone shoots you with those little things. However if you gentlemen are in good enough shape, making them think twice might be better.

[He's completely stretching it by calling them gentlemen so Athos better appreciate it.]

I have yet to meet anyone who did not think twice when met with Musketeers, Monsieur. [ He's the Captain, he definitely has to big up his men.

And how dare you - of course they are gentlemen. ]

And it is infinitely better than doing nothing.

You're this world's closest approximation to an Orlesian. There's going to be plenty of people willing to test their luck purely because of your nationality.

Ah. [ Orlesian. ] You're a friend of Hawke's.

She has never actually told me what is so wrong with that.

The Champion is more an acquaintance.

But her reasons and mine likely differ due to the fact that her nation still rolls in the mud with the dogs.

[ Well, she's Athos' friend now. Which means he can allow himself a little annoyance on her behalf. ]

Oh? And what of yours?

There's no need for the defensiveness, it's a point of pride to them.

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Want to come at me with a sword or your fists and find out? [He's only teasing. Really. Even if he'd enjoy that a great deal.]

What about magic? [He's also kidding.]

Wouldn't mind seeing more magic, if you're willing to show it off in exchange for me showing you some of my skills.

I would never pass up the opportunity to show off my skills.

[Please don't run away if he ends up bringing something dead back.]

Can you make things sort of explode? Like a firework?

[He's pretty easy to please when it comes to things going bang, but it's entertaining, really]

That sort of thing is flashy, but very simple. Children can do that. [Or at least Tevinter mage children. Southern mages are weird about that sort of thing.]

Okay, then. What would be an adult sort of magic, then?

[He might want to rethink how he worded that.]

Do you really want to hear sex tricks here?

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[ Ah, now. There's a name d'Artagnan knows. This would be Hawke's friend, yes? ]

More effective than we'd be if we did nothing. The theory goes that we were brought here to help people, after all. I don't believe the natives of this time would be opposed to our efforts to do that.

And your friend who refuses to update himself?

[Trying is great, not trying is bad.]

[ For God’s sake, Athos. ]

Some traditions are worth keeping. My friend is not opposed to change, where it’s needed, but change for the sake of change will not appeal to him.

Show him the worth of it, and he’ll change his mind.

I would have thought change for the sake of staying alive would be enough.

[Dorian gets that he's trying to be nice about his friend... but that was just plain stupid of Athos.]

[ Criticising Athos is a very good way to get on the wrong side of d'Artagnan. He folds his arms, an eyebrow lifting. ]

And staying alive is something he has managed quite well. Why don't you tell me exactly where your complaint is, Monsieur Pavus. We'll see if we can't correct it.

Less a complaint and more a query from a potential client. Can I trust you'll remain effective against the very best this era has to offer?

You can trust that we'll adapt to our circumstance, Monsieur.

[ He thinks they are the best, let's be honest. This isn't even an issue. ]

But you said client. What is the job you have for us?

My roommate was robbed recently, I'd like to prevent any further break ins.

The thief seemed to know what they were targeting so I'm not going to rule out another attempt if they learn that I have another staff.

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