audio;

[iampretty]

[you can hear the ambient noise of a restaurant in the background.]

Well! Now that I've figured out how this device works, I should probably introduce myself. My name is Hans, Prince of the Southern Isles and fellow imPort. I've met some of you at the party-oh, let me just swap this to the video for a moment.

[And then, he fiddles for a moment and manages to turn the video on: Hans is sitting in what looks like a restaurant-decidedly not the Hard Rock Cafe (though the eagle-eyed viewer can catch the edges of the Hard Rock Cafe logo on his black work polo. He's broadcasting this from his lunch break.]

Is it working? It should be working. [He shrugs, waves at the camera, then clicks it back off, swapping to audio.]

Anyway, it's become more and more obvious to me that I know next to nothing about this land. So, I'd appreciate any knowledge about customs and traditions of America. I already know about your president, thanks to Nelson, but what about your courts, your military strength, what it takes to get married, things like that?

[why yes he deliberately picked that last topic, sorry not sorry Anna.]

Any information would be appreciated!

Comments

text.

[culver]

There are videos you can watch and books you can read on all these things.

voice;

[iampretty]

Such as? [though he's trying his hardest to hide it, there's a definite undercurrent of annoyance in his voice. and dude, Hans types like a grandma, if he swaps to text then this would take forever.] Can I at least have some examples?

audio; ... INFECTED WITH TYPE B (free to ignore I'm so sorry)

[auntyquated]

( She's been unable to sleep, amped up and feeling like she must keep running at top speed in order to -- something. Sharon's not certain. Stave off the sniffles from her dunk in the ocean? Perhaps. The urge is difficult to set at ease. )

For one, you are now in the United States of America, one of many countries found throughout the region of North America, Central America, and South America.

I believe marriage is a simple application for a license with the officiate in each city's record hall. Still, there are as many who are not from any sort of world with a country such as the United States, and more differences between the one that stands strong here and elsewhere. It makes for a delightful study in culture!

audio; WELL SHE'S NOW INFECTED WITH TYPE C, IDEK HOW WE'D DO THIS

[iampretty]

I'd find it more delightful if I wasn't living in it at the moment. [he responds, a bit testily.]

voice;

[slightlyoffchilt]

It's occurred to me that you ought to familiarize yourself with our health system. You might find yourself in need of it shortly.

voice;

[iampretty]

[oh lord, this isn't gonna end up well.]

And why do you say that?

video.

[selfequipped]

You might be able to familiarize yourself with a book that helps someone become a citizen. It'll provide cursory information.

video.

[iampretty]

I don't want to become a citizen, I simply want to know how things work here.

voice; TAGS YOU AGAIN i'm sorry

[retropolis]

[ He sounds a little exasperated, although manages to still be surprised seeing how dressed down Hans is now, comparatively. ]

Hans -- Prince Hans... [ And perhaps a little skeptical, but respectful. ] I think it's admirable to at least be seeking more knowledge about something you know you don't have any knowledge of. I could tell you about the Marines. Some things.

[ A pause. ]

Are you getting married?

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[iampretty]

Thank you for the compliment, Nelson. [you can hear the smiiile in his voice.]

If I may ask, what are the Marines?

[and lol, he's not touching that marriage question yet. gotta talk it over with the fiancee first.]

audio;

[malodorous]

... Is your last name actually 'of the Southern Isles'?

audio;

[iampretty]

Not exactly. [wow, what idiot would think that, am I right?] It's the name of my kingdom.

voice

[icelated]

[nnnoooooooooo]

Excuse me but...what was that last part?

voice

[iampretty]

[whaaaaaat.]

Queen Elsa! You're here as well?

audio

[gevurah]

You've gotten the hang of it.

audio - infected with Type B

[iampretty]

Thank you! [he's all pep and vivaciousness over here.] I don't trust my typing abilities because I keep forgetting where the keys are, but I've got voice and video down pat!

voice;

[gandere]

Wow, do you mean to say you're a real live prince? [ She can just see the wealth in her future if she just helps him out a bit. ] Look no further for I'm the most qualified individual here to answer all of your questions.

voice;

[iampretty]

[jokes on you Rin, he's a prince working as a waiter at the moment.] So, the president is in charge of the country. The...governor, I think, is in charge of states. And mayors are in charge of cities, right?

voice.

[psychomancy]

It's confusing the first time, isn't it? I could find a few books for you at the library, if you'd like.

voice.

[iampretty]

I'd greatly appreciate that-thank you in advance!

[detriments]

[He looks like he's gotten sufficient help, so whateva whateva.]

A Prince! [oh my!] I think this is the very first time I've ever been graced with the presence of royalty.

I'm assuming audio on her end?

[iampretty]

Well, I hope I live up to your expectations, [said with a weak little chuckle. It's a joke, Christine!]

[ video ]

[abadidea]

[Isaac flips his communicator to video, too, and it seems to be resting on a stand on a work desk. There are schematics strewn about the work surface very haphazardly. He's not a neat worker.]

Uh, let me see. [He's still looking over a blueprint as he's talking to Hans. He might not be neat, but he can multi-task like a MoFo.]

If I remember my history right, about this time, at least in my own universe, the US, that's the United States of America, had one of the strongest militaries in the world. I don't know if that helps, but that's what I got. It was...about five hundred years ago to me. [Then he does look over and smiles briefly.] I'm Isaac Clarke. It's good to meet you, Hans...or should I call you Prince Hans?

[ voice ]

[iampretty]

[because he's still at the shitty restaurant and is wearing work clothes.]

Five hundred years ago? That's...[impressive? terrifying?] certainly something.

voice

[cardea]

[Because while she was so proud he was thoughtful enough to get all this info, it was indeed that last bit that made her start jumping in joy. Literally. Her poor roommates.]

What do we need to do?

voice

[iampretty]

Apparently, we just need to go to city hall and get a marriage license!

[because she had to be talking about marriage.]

audio; WOW LATE, feel free to ignore if this is too late!

[amoray]

A prince?

[ huff! audibly puffing up here. ]

Well, Hans, I'm head prince around here. Most important thing you could remember while you're kickin' rocks in my corner a paradox space is that any and all other princes play second yellow smile-fruit to me.

audio; I AM BACKTAGGING THIS POST TO HIGH HEAVEN (also infected with type b if you wish)

[iampretty]

I didn't know there was a competition. [still trying to keep up the happy peppy exterior but man he already doesn't like you Eridan.] What's the name of your kingdom, then?