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maskormenace2016-09-06 07:10 pm
snoobs) wrote in maskormenace2016-09-06 07:10 pm
Entry tags:
- † alfie solomons | n/a,
- † claire fraser | la dame blanche,
- † count dooku | darth tyranus,
- † darlene | n/a,
- † frederick chilton | chief of staff!!,
- † hemali | n/a,
- † jack | n/a,
- † james jesse | the trickster,
- † jo harvelle | n/a,
- † magicman | n/a,
- † nicolas demidov | seeking snow,
- † pablo arjona | n/a,
- † peter parker | spider-man,
- † raina | n/a,
- † rincewind | n/a,
- † sam merlotte | n/a,
- † tony stark | iron man,
- † victor s court | n/a
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[ When the feed comes to life, Hemali is seated on a couch, her legs drawn up and shoulders and neck hunched over. On the coffee table is a small bottle of nail polish, which she goes about applying with precision over her toe nails.
She doesn't glance at the camera right away, letting the silence linger until she's finished painting the nail the way she wants. Then she finally looks up and smiles, but it isn't one offered up in apology for making anyone wait, not that she believes she has anything to apologize for. ]
Isn't this all interesting? I've never seen a device like this or heard of one that could shuffle people from across the universe.
[ Her eyes light up at the thought, masking any concerns she has about the fact there's something with far greater power than she might ever have. ]
Nor have I heard about machines that could grant people power. What I find most strange having looked over this network, is that so many people would give up these powers if it meant leaving this place? I had always thought people preferred being special and having that kind of security. Does your power not provide that?
[ A contemplative pause. ]
Maybe I am a little excited to travel for once, personally.
[ Not completely, but who needs to know behind a calm affect is a woman who feels threatened by the Porter? She goes back to painting her nails, interested in hearing what these other imPorts have to say in response. ]
She doesn't glance at the camera right away, letting the silence linger until she's finished painting the nail the way she wants. Then she finally looks up and smiles, but it isn't one offered up in apology for making anyone wait, not that she believes she has anything to apologize for. ]
Isn't this all interesting? I've never seen a device like this or heard of one that could shuffle people from across the universe.
[ Her eyes light up at the thought, masking any concerns she has about the fact there's something with far greater power than she might ever have. ]
Nor have I heard about machines that could grant people power. What I find most strange having looked over this network, is that so many people would give up these powers if it meant leaving this place? I had always thought people preferred being special and having that kind of security. Does your power not provide that?
[ A contemplative pause. ]
Maybe I am a little excited to travel for once, personally.
[ Not completely, but who needs to know behind a calm affect is a woman who feels threatened by the Porter? She goes back to painting her nails, interested in hearing what these other imPorts have to say in response. ]
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Yes, and under the most unpleasant circumstances imaginable. Our Soviet enemies turned the nanites against us some time ago. Shutting off the devices was just one of their weapons: the victim would sicken most terribly, and become incapable of resistance.
[Dooku scowls, allowing unpleasant memories to creep across his face.]
We were helpless against them. Their control was absolute... for a time.
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The soldiers at the base never mentioned such a thing.
[ She leans her arm against her knee, chin leaning into her palm now. ]
And now?
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I'm sure they didn't. They gave you the government's pamphlet, didn't they? The one the describes how the nanites are only there for our protection.
[The Count's lip curls on that last word.]
ImPorts are too powerful to endure such enslavement for long. Our heroes found a weak point in the Soviet control, and staged a rebellion. They even raided the main Porter at Cape Canaveral. The Russians are gone... for now. And our gracious hosts have kindly upgraded our nanites in ways that they say will make future tampering unlikely.
[Dooku clasps his hands behind his back once more.]
You may judge for yourself the worth of that kindness.
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I suppose we'll have to take them at their words! [ She won't, not entirely. All of this sounds strangely disorganized for a so-called great nation. ] I appreciate the honesty, sir...?
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I am Count Dooku, m'lady. And it is my pleasure to assist a newcomer like yourself. I believe that we imPorts need to look out for one another. We are our own greatest resource against the challenges that face us.
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[ She arches her brows, surprised and yet not too shocked given his attire. He strikes her as someone important. ]
An honor it is to meet you, Count Dooku. I am Hemali.
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The honor is mine, Hemali. And however troubling the circumstances, I hope you find enjoyment as you settle into our community. There are many wonders to experience here, and fascinating people to meet.
[And she strikes him as one who appreciates fresh experiences.]
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[ And so many more to meet. She wonders who else will catch her attention. ]
How long have you been here now?
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About nine months, as this planet reckons its time. It has been a long stay, but also an eventful one. I have found that time passes swiftly when one's life holds so much... excitement.
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I've been hearing from others about how eventful this place can be. I suppose I have much to look forward to myself.