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[lapwing]

[On the network is what appears to be a young boy, about 12 or 13 years old. For a moment, he stares quite soulfully at the video output impossibly deep, black eyes, and then pokes at the screen with one fingernail.]

Not even a proper imp in there, how's that for you...?

[He pulls back and mimes clearing his throat. A voice far, far more booming than is fit for the child's face resounds across the feed.]

Right, broadcast. AHEM. This is just a friendly, non-suspicious question, inquiring on when the next coup or violent overthrow of this government is going to be. Not that I'm actually advocating it, I just know you humans really can't resist.

I'm pretty handy with a popcorn machine if anyone can provide good seats.

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[lapwing]

[ He gives Rincewind a particularly toothy grin. ] It's a work in progress. [It might be a lie. Or he just might be rightfully ashamed of what's on the Network ID: Gin E.]

[devoutish]

Planning to register?

[dendarii]

May as well. Just because I'm mortal doesn't mean my legacy has to be.

video

[sincendiary]

[ If this "kid" didn't quite have her at outing himself as nonhuman, the offhand rebellion talk is hook enough. Another god, or at least someone from around her neck of the woods? ]

What, and entirely spoil any little surprise they've got tucked away? Please.

[rathercommon]

Wh - rude!

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[lapwing]

[ There's a moment where the djinni doesn't answer, is just coldly staring at the space Russian. ]

[lapwing]

No, it does mean your throne's gonna need some phone books. I mean, it's gonna be awkward if they have to boost your chair up to get you eye level with this hoity toity king scrub.

[lapwing]

But true.

[rathercommon]

Oh. Well. I'm just saying, the imps deserve recognition as well.

[lapwing]

Absolutely not. That sounds like the worst idea ever.

[rathercommon]

And even if it weren't rude, it's completely inappropriate to parade my body around like some...object. You're being very objectifying right now.

[lapwing]

Oh sure, there's showmanship in a surprise, but just think of all the things that can ruin it. Bad lighting, terrible weather, cheap seating, me not attending. Sounds like a teensy bit of venue plotting is needed here.

[lapwing]

Sure. Look em up.

[devoutish]

You don't want to dedicate yourself to the American government?

[His tone is mocking, because he thinks it's ridiculous too.]

[dendarii]

[ He wasn't being serious. But had still been a sharp blade to cut with. ]

Is that your only insult?

[inmyothertights]

Why go small. Go full on springbok.

[lapwing]

To be absolutely fair¹, that is what it is. Cleverly piloted, yes, but still.

[rathercommon]

Right. And your essence is just a great lot of mist, then, is it?

[lapwing]

Oh no, it's just the friendliest. I can go into your self worth issues and need to aggrandise yourself, Oh! Wait, I've got one. Self destruction with blatant disregard of the emotions of those around you.

That's a classic.

[lapwing]

That's different.

[dendarii]

Hmm, hasn't quite got the same edge. You're only helping really.

[lapwing]

[ The boy's face elongates, eyes rising.. until.. ]

I dunno. Could still use some fire.

[inmyothertights]

The flames come out of the horns.

[lapwing]

Oh yes. I'm sure it's run by completely clean individuals with public service in mind. Nary an ill thought or greedy mind there.

[lapwing]

I could do some research. Get it proper.