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Mask or Menace | MODERATORS ([personal profile] maskormods) wrote in [community profile] maskormenace2016-11-10 08:29 pm

THE MAJORITY REPORT: NOVEMBER 10TH, 2016

THE MAJORITY REPORT: NOVEMBER 10TH, 2016

A MAYA-NOVEMBER ROMANCE
As seen in local newspaper, magazine, and radio ads in the Nonah area:
Knights, Knaves, and Knives will take advantage of those sweet, sweet imPort fandom dollars (and their imPort employee's connection to other imPorts) and do a specially themed show/crossover with the Pink Princess TV show, running from November 14th to the 23rd!

In the TV show's plotline, Maya has traveled back in time to seal some past ghosties, and in the restaurant show she's transported herself to King Arthur's court to get some magical backup. Maya enters a tournament by mistake (as you do), and finds herself going against Morgan la Fey and her champion, Mordred (who, for the sake of being more kid friendly, is now a spooky ghost in spooky armor instead of Arthur and Morgan's bastard). If Maya wins the tournament, she'll win a magical artifact to help her on her journey and save Camelot. If Mordred wins, Morgan gains the power to destroy King Arthur and Camelot for good. Oh no! The results are determined by audience participation and cheering, and both endings are written with the potential for all characters to come back from their untimely defeat.

THE DIXON CHICKS
As seen on TMI's First Scoop TV segment, website, and magazine article:
Could winter's chill be bringing new couples together? For Daryl Dixon and Mako Mori, all signs point to yes. Daryl appears to have hired Mako as his new manager following several trade show appearances, so this may not seem surprising, but the two have also been spotted spending a lot of time together on the streets of De Chima and Nonah. And acting particularly unbusiness-like.

They were first spotted together last month in Maurtia Falls when Daryl was seen carrying a dazed Mako into a diner near the city's Porter. Fans of Daryl reported they'd seen the two leave the 'Haunted Alley' that stirred up so much imPort interest. No one's sure what happened in there, but whatever it was, it looks like a spark was lit when he acted the part of knight in shining armor. Both have denied any romantic involvement, claiming to be 'just friends', but recent pictures of the two show that they can't seem to keep their hands off each other. Guess we know who'll be cozying up in front of the fire this holiday season!

(A smattering of candid photos of the two, Mako's hand often resting against Daryl's arm or Daryl's hand at the small of Mako's back, accompany the segment.)

META-TEXTUAL IMPLICATION
As seen on local news outlets:
A three-month-old missing persons case was unexpectedly solved when Alice Whitman, 14, was dropped off at her parent's house at four in the morning and an ambulance called by an unknown tipster. Early questioning of Alice about her experience by authorities paint a horrific picture of being held captive in an unknown building. Police responded to questions about how she was found with the statement that Alice wasn't in an emotional state to give specifics, but that she kept repeating an 'angel' saved her and 'flew' her home. Given the propensity of flight powered citizens, imPort involvement is suspected, but it could also be a member of our new Metahuman community. However, no one has come forward to claim credit for the rescue. When asked about the fate of her abductor, Police said that they were already in the process of investigating suspects and seizing evidence.

PORTER POSSE MOUTH
As seen in tabloids and The Evening Sun:
Where are they now? A local rag called imPortant! promises to answer this question and more concerning America's latest craze: metahumans! This five page spread gives up the good on the who, what, and where like no one has tackled before! Read interviews from local metahumans in your very own community! Check out the website for video interviews and all the photos imPortant couldn't fit in its pages.

Let's take a look at just one example of this tantalizing coverage!

"We tracked down one man who has been a regular defendant of imPort rights and their importance within America for several years under the alias PorterPosse. Now, he truly feels part of their struggle after the life-changing effects many natives have experienced. This man may not know what the future holds, but he seems confident. 'The world is changing for them. America will be a place for imPorts! It's going to real soon. I guarantee it!' "

Sounds confident, doesn't he?

YOU THINK YOU'VE SEN-ATE ALL!
As seen on Politica and The Beltway Press:
A curious story made the rounds this week, regarding the upcoming Senate election in Virginia. A race that’s been looking tighter and tighter by the week was starting to promote some terse relations between fans of both candidates. However, there was a moment of levity, on a local comedy show, when both candidates Hundred and Stankavich were invited onto the Comedy Hour earlier this week. On the same show.

While tensions arose between the candidates on many points -- most that had to do with economic policy, imports, and international relations -- both spoke at length about their positions, but the most memetic moment of the entire interview was when the host, Danny Talon, provided each with a cream pie, and the candidates smushed the pies into each other’s faces -- before the host proclaimed them the “Re-pie-blican” and “Demo-cream” candidates. All while the audience recited pi.

Pictures of the candidates have been plastered online, and in good fun, both have left the images of their pie-covered faces remain part of the Bwitter profile pictures.

APP-LE OF HIS MOTHER'S EYE
As seen on the national news stations, major headline papers, and public radio:
Maurtia Falls Police Department are on high alert and asking for public assistance in their search for Michael "Mika" Covington. Covington was one of the citizens affected by imPort Tony Stark's "4" app, a no longer downloadable nor legal mobile app that activated a complex virus local citizens had been infected with back in early fall, granting them superpowers. Covington is 5 feet and 10 inches, of average build, has short brown hair and blue eyes. Friends and family say he can be often seen wearing his favourite red hoodie and he has a mole on his chin. Covington gained the ability of flight; something, his family says, he was keen on mastering.

He was last seen in Maurtia Falls at approximately 10:28 PM on October 28th, only three blocks away from where he lived. He was seen at a 24 hour convenience store picking up snacks, however his shopping bag was found in the alleyway behind the store.

His family is begging anyone with any information on his whereabouts to speak up to the police. An inside source says police are also under much pressure from the government to locate Covington due to his status as a meta. They are also cautioning other metas, imPorts included, to stay vigilant when they are by themselves, especially in the night.

WE'RE ALL MADE HERE
As seen on TMI, Rumblr content, Maurtia Falls tabloids:
The first of November sparkled with the celebration of a new psychiatric hospital opening in Maurtia Falls! Doctor Frederick Chilton, newly-minted Head Administrator of the Maurtia Falls Psychiatric Hospital for the ImPorted and Empowered, was the guest of honor among a celebrity list of scintillating imPorts and personalities. Reported among that number was aging heartthrob Jeff Winger and the stunning Raina. Fan-favorites like hotel magnate James Patrick March, underground rock star Persephone, the newly married Dorian Gray, and the lovely Bela Talbot. For a full list of the glamorous guests, check out the TMI STAR GAZING! You can alpha-bet that these A-listers have gossip going on.

The event was organized by Rincewind, reported to be Doctor Chilton's closest platonic companion. Dispute on that claim is welcomed in the comments on TMI's linked site! The choice of venue, Ambassador Petyr Baelish's Iron Throne, inspired some raised eyebrows. TMI hopes to follow-up with Ambassador Baelish on his extracurricular activities and growing influence.

CODE SWITCH
The Homeland Security Advisory System has moved from to MODERATELY SKEPTICAL PINK to VIOLET DRIZZLE because PURPLE RAIN was too expensive and the government is hitting a fiscal budget tightening.

WANT TO SUBMIT TO THE MAJORITY REPORT?
The Majority Report comes out the 10th and 20th of every month. You may find details and submit here. The cut-off time is 12:01 AM PST on the 9th and the 19th for the corresponding dates.
brushoff: (well yeah if you THINK that)

[personal profile] brushoff 2016-12-06 05:25 pm (UTC)(link)
Am I naming them or counting them?

[ because there's definitely a difference there. ]
slightlyoffchilt: (Ossified.)

[personal profile] slightlyoffchilt 2016-12-06 07:37 pm (UTC)(link)
A number would suffice. I wouldn't want to put a target on anyone's back.
brushoff: srsly. (srsly tho?)

[personal profile] brushoff 2016-12-06 09:47 pm (UTC)(link)
[ There's a pause, while Dorian counts...and frowns...and thinks, before coming up with ]

Fifteen?

[ he definitely has friends. ]

slightlyoffchilt: (Look.)

[personal profile] slightlyoffchilt 2016-12-07 03:46 pm (UTC)(link)
Is that number lower than you thought it would be? Before definitely counting them all?

[But is he the villain of his own story??]
brushoff: (you MUST be joking)

[personal profile] brushoff 2016-12-07 05:41 pm (UTC)(link)
Considering I've never counted them before, I honestly don't know.

How many friends do you have, Fred? After all, it's only fair that you answer as well.

[ nah, he's putting himself first but in a sexy way ]
slightlyoffchilt: (Sanction.)

[personal profile] slightlyoffchilt 2016-12-08 05:14 am (UTC)(link)
At least twenty. And they have rankings -- do yours have rankings? Or is it just a communistic love fest?

[Patients count as friends! The ones he likes do, anyway.]
brushoff: (evil cocaine what?)

[personal profile] brushoff 2016-12-08 02:51 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Internally, Dorian's just thinking "oh that's bullllllshit" ]

I honestly didn't think there were twenty people who liked you to begin with.
slightlyoffchilt: (Paltry.)

[personal profile] slightlyoffchilt 2016-12-10 08:22 am (UTC)(link)
[Frostily!] Then you have not been paying attention, Mr. Gray.
brushoff: (you MUST be joking)

[personal profile] brushoff 2016-12-10 02:51 pm (UTC)(link)
Well I mean there's Raina but you certainly count her twenty times...

[ just ignore Dorian as he attempts to figure out who those twenty people are. ]
slightlyoffchilt: (Whimsy.)

[personal profile] slightlyoffchilt 2016-12-10 10:24 pm (UTC)(link)
Obviously you cannot multiply count individuals. Is that what you did?
brushoff: (super skeptical bout that)

[personal profile] brushoff 2016-12-11 01:31 am (UTC)(link)
No, but I'm worried that you did!
slightlyoffchilt: (Solipsistic.)

[personal profile] slightlyoffchilt 2016-12-11 06:57 am (UTC)(link)
I already said it was not what I did!

[Children, the both of them. Children.]
brushoff: (what even is this expression)

[personal profile] brushoff 2016-12-11 08:30 pm (UTC)(link)
And yet I don't believe you!

[ proof that age truly ain't nothing but a number ]
slightlyoffchilt: Neeeeeeeeerd. (Nerd.)

[personal profile] slightlyoffchilt 2016-12-12 01:45 am (UTC)(link)
Then I don't believe you!

[Oh my god.]
brushoff: (yeeeeeeeah no)

[personal profile] brushoff 2016-12-12 02:42 am (UTC)(link)
Well then wonderful. Where does that leave us, two men who aren't going to believe the other no matter what they say about the subject.

[ literal children. ]
slightlyoffchilt: (Iconoclast.)

[personal profile] slightlyoffchilt 2016-12-12 08:06 pm (UTC)(link)
Oh, I am so happy we have these little talks, Dorian!

[They need a time out.]
brushoff: (if i stare will it work???)

[personal profile] brushoff 2016-12-13 12:22 am (UTC)(link)
They're truly illuminating!

[ someone put them both in corners. ]
slightlyoffchilt: (Truculent.)

[personal profile] slightlyoffchilt 2016-12-13 08:09 am (UTC)(link)
Why don't we end on this high note? With such mutual respect and what not.
brushoff: (and now begins REALLY DODGY HAIR)

[personal profile] brushoff 2016-12-13 06:42 pm (UTC)(link)
That would probably be for the best. Until later, Frederick.

[ because FUCK YOU. ]