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[bulwank]

[This guy means business, you can tell from his expression, though, unlike his usual scowl and pose, he's not as high up, or as big. This is- casual? Casual, yes.]

Fellow imPorts! This is Gamagori Ira! Registered imPort and bootcamp instructor of Cape Canaveral.

[Casual.]

First- allow me to welcome those who were newly brought here from their respective homes. I realize there is much to get used to and many new things to learn and understand, but do not find only dismay in new experiences! Embrace the new and remember the only true source of knowledge is experience! There are many here who will assist you if you should ask, including myself.

Second, and the main reason for this parley, I would like to speak to any who scout Heropa and those connected cities to the imPort project. It would do us better to discuss things we have seen and experience things en-masse. Where do you patrol and what sorts of activity have you seen in those areas? Where are good places to keep an eye on? We should share our understanding.

[A small nod, crossing his arms behind his back, giving a slight bow.]

Thank you for your participation. And to those who have questions, as I mentioned before, you are free to ask here for information that I may have, or if you are in need of any help with your transition.

Comments

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[wayhot]

I usually check out the streets and alleys around school and where I work. Bad guys normally try to steal stuff and hurt others more at night, I've noticed. But I don't really know why people still think they can't be caught in the dark. [Since, you know. Made of fire. She's pretty much her own torch.]

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[bulwank]

Good afternoon, Princess.

Yes, many things lurk in the night, but then, it's good we have a candle with us to light the way, hm? [A smile. He means you girly.]

It is good to hear you are keeping an eye on things in that area. Especially with it being a school area. [And since he usually does his patrols in a uh- more macro sense, knowing people are looking about on a micro level is good too.]

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[wayhot]

[She definitely knows he means her, and she smiles in return.]

I try to look at those areas when I can, since it's part of the whole hero thing. But even though people can't really hide from me, I can't sneak up on anybody, either. [Only a little bit of a bummer. She's usually better at going head-to-head.] But I'm still pretty good an ambushing bad guys, though, so it's okay, even if they sort of see me.

[Being seen kind of defeats the purpose of an ambush, but... tch. Details.]

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[bulwank]

I imagine if your light was to be put out-

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[wayhot]

I'd be hurt. Or I could die. [Neither of which are things she wants to happen.]

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[databoner]

Gamagori. Do me a favor and check what house supplies we need while I'm out.

[Ignored what Gamagori was asking for? Of course. What did you expect?]

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[bulwank]

Hm. This really isn't the time for that, I'm looking to get some information. [Wow rude.]

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[databoner]

[Without missing a beat-]

The best places in Florida to patrol from decreasing amount of crime to increasing are Lauderdale Lakes, Pompano Beach, Orlando, Fort Pierce, Daytona Beach, Miami, Fort Myers, Lake Worth, Riviera Beach, and Homestead. Most crimes take place during the night, and so patrolling during the day is more of a waste of time than not. Now stop being useless for a few minutes, and tell me if we need toilet paper and paper towels.

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[bulwank]

[The fun. You sap it out of everything.]

[Gamagori frowns.]

Have you experienced any of that for yourself? [A hitch. 'Useless' rubs him, really wrong and Gamagori grows quiet for a moment, pulling in a breath. Useless. He's- never useless.]

[Jaw tightens, lines in his cheeks forming for a moment and he finally stands, the camera changes to voice. Sounds of foot steps, doors, then cupboard doors, fridge... And then bitterly.]

Eggs. Rice. You're running out of that tea you enjoy. The green one.

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[databoner]

Numbers are based on experience. I haven't, but these numbers are from police reports.

[Don't live in a glass house and throw stones, Gamagori. You're the one who took to calling him useless first.]

"The tea I like that's green." I believe you mean green tea. But if that's it, thank you. I have some availability coming up for that lunch date you wanted to schedule a while back, by the way.

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[biotically]

Are you talking about walking around and looking for trouble? Do people actually do that? [ He's been taking a lot of walks lately, but that doesn't mean he's been looking for trouble. Not really. ]

Or are people being given assignments? [ He makes such a shitty superhero. ]

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[bulwank]

Looking for trouble means different things.

No, this is unassigned time, this patrolling is specifically to gain more information about the area and catch things before or as they are happening. [Hopefully. Honestly he doesn't come across much, besides the petty crime of thievery and what not. Maybe a graffiti artist? He locked a guy in a dumpster for that, got him apologizing and scared enough to piss himself in no time.]

I'm taking initiative on my own.

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[biotically]

To do what? Do the work for the police?

[ Not that he minds, but...he really doesn't get the point of this whole superhero thing at all. ]

Or are you looking for something more in particular?

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[bulwank]

If working for the police force would suit me better, perhaps, but technically, judging from my occupation, I am part of the military. [A very very low branch of said military but- looks like military none the less.]

[He gives a slimmer stare, looking over the other man for a moment.]

What do you think I would be spending my time looking for, as a registered imPort?

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[biotically]

Oh yeah? [ A beat. ] I'm working for them too. [ He paused, like he was considering his words. ]

But really, I can't tell you what you should be looking for. A way home, but that doesn't seem likely. I'm still trying to find that answer out myself, actually.

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[altercate]

Scouting in groups, or individually?

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[bulwank]

I've done both myself. It is easy for me to bring along a few others. The extra eyes, the better.

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[altercate]

What are you looking for exactly?
The scenery?

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[bulwank]

Whatever feels the need to present itself to me. I would rather prevent crimes before they occur. Other than that, it's important to get to know your area when presented with a new environment. We're forced to be here, but a cage or not, we should become familiar with it.

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[altercate]

So are you a hero? One of the actual heroes people keep saying work here?

[detriments]

I have a question.

[SUSPENSE!!]

Are you always this focused on your work?

[bulwank]

Yes. [Uh.] Well no. There is a time for leisure. [it just- feels odd to focus on here, considering...]

[detriments]

When is that?

[bulwank]

Lately, a few hours before I go to bed, and occasionally on weekends when i'm not on duty.

[detriments]

Don't tell me - [She wants to guess, really.] You're reading a book.