text | un: nimblesword

[heartofasamurai]

[He chooses text over audio or video because it makes more sense. The technology of these devices is interesting, but he’s not ready for using more technology right now. Text is efficient enough and he can maintain some amount of anonymity despite his name being available. He doesn’t know who may be watching.]

Although, I am grateful for the orientation and helpful information I have recieved in the days since my arrival, it cannot instill the unique perspective of those who have been brought here and their experiences. I would appreciate hearing those perspectives and if those brought here are indeed seeking the new home that was expressed by the assistants.

It is not a sentiment I am sure that I believe, but as I said, each perspective is unique.

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text | un: draconus

[dracolucmalfoy]

Hello and welcome to Riverview. I am Draco Malfoy, the Community Ambassador.

As for your question, I think it is really subjective. It can be really difficult to adjust to such a strange place that, depending on where you are from, is vastly different from where you were from. There is also the fact you are completely starting over from scratch. So even if for a moment you had such a feeling of displacement or urge to start over... the reality of it can be unlike what you were expecting.

[heartofasamurai]

Displacement feels like a more apt term. A fleeting sense in some, stronger than others. Did you feel that yourself before arriving here?

[dracolucmalfoy]

I believe we all have to some measure to arrive. Given the mechanics of selection. It would be a horrendous lie to say otherwise.

[heartofasamurai]

The mind and soul become vulnerable in those moments, but it leaves the question of how the portal is capable of connecting to us during those times. We cannot be the only ones who have such feelings, yet we are those chosen.

[dracolucmalfoy]

There could be many factors in the selection that are not yet understood. I am sure that they must be conducting a study to see what parameters the portal might be using. Which will wholly depend on the honesty of those coming through, and the information they provide.

[heartofasamurai]

It is true that it would be hard to verify information when it is best given voluntarily, but it is also better to assume those who do provide have no reason to lie in this circumstance. I have not yet been asked any such questions, but I have not been here long enough for my answers to have been approached.

If one were to want to volunteer for a study like this, what institute would be the most likely?