maskormenace | 7th Mission // Video

[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!]

Flat | Top-Level Comments Only

[ Poodle in the sheets, pitbull on the streets. He knows her better than to think that all of her layers are as classy as the surface. ]

They're a breed that has a high tendency to be characterized negatively, despite any qualities their actual character may display, and an increased likelihood of owner abuse. I think they just need a little more love than they're getting! Plus, honestly, just look at that smile. Who couldn't love that smile? A lot of people, somehow.

[ She attaches a picture for good measure. She probably spends a not insignificant amount of her time on the internet looking at pictures of dogs. ]

And you know, how she actually looks wouldn't really matter too much. As long as you're giving her a bath at a reasonable frequency. The point is just that her name is pretty.

That's a hell of a smile, all right. It's a shame any dog like that isn't getting enough love, if you as me.

[Jacob can't help but return it. Happy dogs.]

Do you really think a dog named 'Bella' would suit my personality, though?

[ If only Kanaya didn't already have a dog and a daughter, she would absolutely also get a pitbull. But he doesn't want to fall in the same trap Rose did, and make her house look like a pound. (Whatever happened to Rose's cats? Kanaya tries not to think about it.) ]

It's an example, Jacob, you don't have to name it exactly that. What about Darling or Lady? Even Sweetie could work! But I'm starting to wonder if you shouldn't just name it Stickler, regardless of gender.

[Jacob stops smiling and stifles a sigh.]

I'm not naming it Stickler.

What do you think of 'Champion?' Or 'Thresher?' I've gotten some good suggestions so far.

"Thresher" sounds like something you're either sending out to work the fields, or would brutally attack anyone who gives it a second glance. I'd pass on that one.

"Champion" is cute. That's a good name for a dog.

Funny you should say that- the name comes from a monster from my galaxy. They're kind of a giant worm. Brutally attacking is what they do.

But all right: one more vote for Champion. Seems like a name it would be hard to go wrong with.

Probably not. I mean, it has a built in nickname, if someone prefers the brevity of "Champ". It's the spiritual cousin of "Ace", I think.

"Thresher" sounds like someone one might name a heavy metal band. A bit too brutal for a good dog.

It would be a good name for a band. Or for a military assault unit. 'Thresher Team-' it just sounds right.

I like 'Champ' a lot. That's the one to beat right now, unless someone has anything better.

[ She gives him a laugh, at the joke she hasn't even told yet. ]

The name wouldn't be Champ if there was anything better, Jacob. That's what the word means!

[Jacob chuckles.]

Okay. I guess I can't argue with that.

Then it sounds like you have your answer. I hope I'll have the chance to meet your dog, whenever you get them.

[ Even though she's not going to be his office neighbor anymore, because she's not about making his boss her landlady. ]

7th Mission // Video

video.

video.

video.

video.

video.

video.

video.

video.

video.

video.

video.