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[ When the camera switches on, Gamora is in her apartment, Godslayer across her lap (diligently cleaned and freshly oiled), and she’s holding her communicator with her usual unreadable expression in place. ]

I want to expand my training opportunities. Those looking to spar or test their abilities – I want a challenge.

[ And with a slight lift of her brow— ]

Or let me know if you simply want others to practice with. Tell me how you prefer to fight, and we can work something out.

[ What a friendly and welcoming message.

… Except definitely the opposite of that.

Gamora is working on that “reaching out” thing, on trying to get a better idea of who and what surrounds her in the city, and she might as well use it as a chance to stretch her legs and potentially come up against a worthy opponent or two. ]

talentedscavenger

[It’s a bit overwhelming to go from one place to suddenly another—without the aid of a ship or anything of the like. Then, be greeted by strangers and be told they were in a different place. Rey is trying to grapple with it, but everything seems out of place to her. There wasn’t anything that screamed this was the First Order’s doing, nor could she sense Kylo Ren’s presence, but she still had to keep her guard up.

The device she’s using—a phone is what they told her—is an interesting one. It’s small, compact, and has other uses to it. Later, she’ll try to tinker with it maybe even take it apart to see how it works, but right now she needs answers.]

Has anyone else asked why we were brought here? Or, if they have, do they believe the answer?

Additionally, are there any ships here? If not, maybe an area with parts or a junkyard?

[It wouldn't be wise of her to say who she is. Who knows if there are members of the First Order are here. Or, really, anyone that has connections to the First Order.]

radicalspeed

Ah, to be young and alive! Breathe in the air, enjoy the scenery, get to know the people...

Let me tell you a little philosophy...

[The young man in the video — he's such a character in hair alone (what on earth is going on with it) — sits in his rented hospital wheelchair in his simple apartment space on floor 14 (needs a little work, he thinks, not nearly enough reading material or flashy bits). In one hand, he's got some silly romance novel that's clearly forgotten, and he looks a bit weary, a bit hollowed out from battles not yet mentioned, but he's clearly so very jazzed about the opportunity to be here in Riverview. After all, he'd thought he'd be a dead man, and though he's hardly out of the woods entirely, he has more time to keep going! More time to really go the extra mile -- literally! Ahahahaha!

Oh, yes, the philosophy. Ehem.

At this point, his mouth is moving a mile a minute.]

That's the fun of travel, and there's no better travel than hopping worlds; think about it...! Of all the universes and all the galaxies, you were extended a hand to this place — a one in a trillion chance, perhaps more, to be among the stars! Or perhaps to shoot across time and space like one...! More time to chase after longevity, to meet records, to dash down the sin of sloth. We all have the right to free will! Free will to fall in love, to learn and grow and develop new and interesting hobbies and ideas and concepts of what it is to be our own individual self; individuality is key! [He's balancing on one wheelchair wheel, spinning in a circle. Stop him. STOP HIM.] But what's the point of all that if you're too slow to get around to it, huh?! Don't let yourself hold you back!! If you want something, reach for it, so you know what that means—?!

[He stops. Drops back onto all his wheels, so tickled.]

Anyone interested in wheelchair racing?

[Sometimes (most times) he just can't help himself.]

bespredel

[ Did Yuri literally go out and buy a burner phone just so he could make this post under the guise of anonymity? Yes, yes he did. Is he also a painfully predictable sixteen year old who thinks he's more clever about aforementioned anonymity than he actually is? Most definitely. Pretty much anyone who knows Yuri even slightly is going to see the hell through that username- but fuck it, right? This is a god damn important question. And since he and Otabek haven't really. Officially announced things ~~to anyone who isn't considered family, anyway~~ well, this seems like his best bet to get advice without you know... lighting up their relationship to all of Riverview. Not that Yuri doesn't want to do that, eventually- but they're still in their fledgling stages. He's just not quite ready yet. ]

So I just started dating someone recently and like. They're really cool, and great, and have been way too nice to me in the presents department- so I want to pay them back, you know? Spoil them too. Problem is- they're really hard to shop for. Like. They're so cool but also minimalist and it's fucking hard, okay. I keep feeling like all of my ideas are okay, but not good enough for someone as great as he is. And I want to do something that's like- the best. The absolute best. Money isn't really a concern but, being reasonable is better than not. I don't think he'd appreciate the stupid champagne and diamonds treatment... that's so lame... diamonds aren't even rare. Also, it's probably way too soon for diamonds. I don't want to scare him off-

[ This is about the point where Yuri realizes he's rambling, and that he's getting off track because he's so fucking nervous. ]

I've never been in a relationship before. And I want to make it as good for him as he does for me.

tl;dr gift suggestions for the coolest guy on the planet who also seems to have everything he wants needed, assholes with basic bitch suggestions not welcome, or wanted.

deathkid

[ nico's sitting in his customary spot atop the roof of the communal housing, but he's got a pensive look on his face. around one finger appears to be a red string, which he's frowning at, not realizing no one else can see it. in his other hand is a milkshake which he sips now and then. ]

I guess we're still out of luck in finding a way back through the portal, even after everything... Has anyone ever tried to go back through it? I've been here like... six months and am ready to go home.

[ a pause as he tugs on the string around his pinkie and then curses in latin. ]

Has anyone tried the dumb soulmates stuff yet? I don't think it works. Mine doesn't seem to lead anywhere.

[ and in fact, it doesn't. nico's soulmate isn't in riverview, as far as he knows. if he has one at all. i intend for him to be soulmate-less, but if you want the string to go to your character, hit me up at alkahestic ]

umbrastaff

[There's no real face shown as the video turns on, just a bunch of white hair and the sound of frightened breathing and someone being a whiny bitch in the background.]

I need a healer or something. Probably a fucking therapist, too, but mostly a healer.

Please.

dracolucmalfoy

[The video feed starts and at first you see a wall, then the camera moved until it is focused on Draco Malfoy. Hair combed into place and his appearance neat. Though out of the camera's view is a different story...

Draco looks a bit uncomfortable but puts on a good front, smiling. The camera isn't all that steady as he holds it at first. He's not used to this.]

Hello populace of Riverview. I am Draco Malfoy and I have recently accepted the position of Community Ambassador. As such I wanted to greet all fo you, and was informed this was the best way to do so.

[Time to make yourself seem more approachable now, Draco...]

Forgive me if this isn't the best use of this means of communication, I am still learning. I will look to you all for guidance in the coming days as I learn about our city. It is my goal to help all new arrivals as well as everyone in residence currently. I want to see our economy grow and our new home prosper.

Please, do not hesitate to introduce yourself to me. Also, please come to me with any concerns or issues you may have. I will endeavor to try and help you either myself, or at least get you in contact with those who can. I look forward to working with you all.

[Another smile appeared on his lips, seemingly genuine. And really, it is. More genuine than the first as he gained more confidance as he spoke. Easily falling into the role of a public speaker. It wasn't all that different from the way he'd been educated in and the circles he had run in before. It also helped that no one here knew him and his past.]

unmakeme

[ Natasha's voice is calm. Calmer than it has any right to be, perhaps. She is still incredibly shaken, but wallowing in it isn't going to make anything better. Besides, if she has a project, something to focus on, then she can't turn her scrutiny in on herself. ]

By now, I’m sure everyone has heard of the fire that started in the Residential Building at approximately two in the morning on the 23rd. I want to assure everyone that a full investigation is being launched to determine the cause of this fire and to hopefully prevent one like it in the future.

The investigative team is working very closely with the Riverview Fire Department, and we are asking all citizens who were in or around the building during the event to please leave their information here, and to arrange a time to give a statement at their earliest convenience. Whatever you remember, however small it may seem, it could prove useful. We are also asking for any footage of the fire anyone might have shot on their phones.

[ She doesn’t like the idea that someone might have seen what was happening, and decided it would make a good video opportunity, but she’s well aware that people do that sort of thing all the tie. She can’t even be angry about it, as it may prove very useful in this case. ]

I would just like to assure everyone that our only interest in those who filmed the event is in obtaining copies of the footage. If you are concerned, you may drop the footage off anonymously on a data card which can be picked up at the Perimeter Guard headquarters, no questions asked. Footage may also be sent as an attachment to this username, or you may come to the Perimeter Guard headquarters to have the video lifted directly from your device.

I know that we are all shaken in the wake of this horrible catastrophe, but together, we can take steps to make sure that it does not happen again.

eternalmagic

Good morning. I've recently arrived in Riverview - my name is Mordred. Suggestions are both welcome and encouraged as I learn my way around this lovely city. So is advice. [Although that could be such a bad idea. It's fine. He's accepted his choices.] In the meantime, I'll be fulfilling a position with Gramarye Magic Research. Those of you that use magic yourselves, I sincerely hope our paths will cross while I'm here.

[And boy does he ever mean it.]

sweetlies

[For a boy with one eye, Ciel manages to look very sleep deprived, settled down at a small table, a cup of tea steaming to his right, a thick book in one hand, his communicator settled and recording in the other, his bad eye covered with a plain black patch.]

I really ought to just purchase my own copies after the fire. I'd really prefer not to be held responsible if these books had been damaged. Doctor Arthur really outdid himself since I last saw him though, these are greatly improved from his first novel. You can tell he'd gained confidence.

[He lets out a drawn out yawn and the takes a sip of the tea.]

I do apologize for the late hour. I thought I'd do some reading and I'm somewhat curious about the preferences some of you might have in terms of books. I've a great deal of time on my hands, even with managing Funtom, so it wouldn't hurt to have recommendations.

[A soft sigh.] I miss England.

threatenwithcuteness

*No video because Lola doesn't feel cute enough for video. This is a strictly practical call for assistance and as such she's seeing zero reason to wake up enough to do her hair or anything like that.*

*Cause the girl is tired. So very tired. All the tired. And she sounds all the tired. And a little concerned. And a little like she doesn't really believe what she's saying.*

So... um... a lot of people here have weird silly nonsense powers. How did you know, um, that you had any? Or what they do? Or how to make them do what you want?

And did they make you tired all the time?

ex_this_ismydesign36

[ As the video feed began to engage, the image swirled away from a brief glimpse of Will's face, to a fascinating view of a ceiling. Anyone familiar with the offices in the Perimeter Guard buildings might recognize the ceiling; otherwise ... enjoy the paint. ]

Good morning. [ He began in a soft voice, stopping and awkwardly amending. ] Err Good afternoon. [ The concept of time and Will maintained a fairly hands off relationship. ]

My name is Will Graham and I serve as an advisor on monsters and monster encounters for the Perimeter Guard. I am also putting together an introductory course on the subject, though that's not important at the moment.

I am reaching out to the network as a whole because I'm compiling notes on monster encounters in this world. I've experienced a few myself, but was hoping to hear from the rest of the population about your experiences?

Also I'm interested in hear about the monsters or threats that are unique to your homeworlds. I mean, never know what the portal might bring through right? [ Just a little ball of sunshine there William. ]

So ... uhm ... if you have any anecdotes or notes and are willing to share, I'd like to hear them.

[ There was an awkward pause, before he wrapped up the communication. ] You can respond here or if you'd rather talk in person, I'll be in my office most of today.

[ooc: The mod was consulted about this IC post. \o/ ]

alchemyfreak

[Ed and Al had spent the night at their new repair shop fixing it up so it isn't until after the fire is over and everyone is safe that they even find out about it. Putting his own personal feelings aside regarding that situation Ed does the first thing he knows how to do as soon as he finds out.]

If anyone needs help repairing damages from the fire my brother and I can fix things pretty quick.

[A pause before switching to a different intended audience.]

Anyone else that can help, we might want to put our resources together to get everything back in order.

[He could reconstruct an entire inn after it was blown up, so he has confidence in his ability to handle things if no one else steps forward, but chances were that any magic users in the Quarantine would probably make quick work where even he couldn't.

And everyone was going to need a place to sleep, tonight.]

unmakeme

Search and Rescue agent in the residential building. If you can not get out by yourself, share your phone's location. I'll come to you.

[ Natasha ends her message there, but she also sets it to automatically accept communication from everyone. Anyone responding to it will be put through to her immediately. ]

krasnaya_vdova

[Ava's outside, hair ruffled, a smudge of ashes on one of her cheeks, her expression firm as she looks into the camera.]

The residential building is on fire. It's on multiple levels and spreading, so best advice at this point is to get out. If you can't, and you need help, speak up, tell me where you are and someone will come get you.

If you have the ability to get people out, most are still inside. Move fast, and if you see someone you can't get to yourself, call it here.

The smoke is already pretty bad, so if we can get any healers or doctors to stage near the building but away from the fire, I think we'll need it.

Help each other. It's bad, but if we can work together everyone'll get through it.

[Even if she had to drag them out herself. She cuts the feed though as the camera dips lower-- yepp, she is totally still in her pajamas.]

relieable

_{[ The feed clicks on and there’s Karamatsu— not dressed in anything too horrific this time, but rather something like this. He's posed perfectly against the corner of a wall in his housing, a lamp casting light on him. There’s a rose in his hand? And he takes a big whiff of it. Yeah, please help him. ]}

Aaah, sometimes.. finding love is so brutal-- so difficult and painstaking! I think of it maybe it is better off to be alone instead. Perhaps, you feel the same way too. Perhaps you are waiting for love to sweep you off of your feet, whisk you away to a majestic land— a land of dreams come true! Ah, that’s right, the truest love that even YOU and you deserve!

Heh. Endless love, so distant.

Perhaps, then, you will be happy. Perhaps, then, you will be set free— as your heart is in shackles, aching from heartbreak.. from the diseases of other burning loves! You should search no longer--

[the device is suddenly moved and settles on the face of... another Karamatsu? but when he talks, he has a much different voice. it’s a bit higher than his brother’s. it wasn’t Ichimatsu, just who was this guy, now?]

You’re lonely, and we get that... We really do, more than you know... [he pulls back a little ways, revealing that he is also wearing a nice suit] So! That’s why, we’ve decided to offer our services to you guys! I know, I know, we’re pretty awesome, right? You can thank us all you want, later!

For now, you may be wondering, what are these services, because of course you are. Get this! We’ve decided to give you all the once-in-a-lifetime chance to date us! That’s right! For just a small fee, you can go out with [he jerks his thumb off to the side] Karamatsu over there, or me, the older, more experienced, but not too experienced, [WINK] Osomatsu!

A fee? There is no fee. The only fee they should be willing to pay is with their hearts! Ah, worry not, my honeys! We will be available to date.. free of charge! _{[ EYING OSOMATSU FIRMLY….. ]}

[the camera falls on Karamatsu for a bit, and Osomatsu winces at his expression. Why... why is he like this? Osomatsu sets the device down, so that the camera angles up and at nothing, but you can still hear the brothers in the background]

What do you mean, "There is no fee?" Of course there’s a fee! We can’t just give ourselves away, idiot!

Love should have no price, you are just being greedy!
_{[ aaaand they’re just going to keep bickering until the feed ends. ]}

Current Mood: anxious

tutee

[ It happened overnight. The amnesia wore off and she woke up Sunday morning suddenly possessing months of knowledge of a man who'd shown her worlds and times Bill could never have imagined, prior to meeting him. She hadn't believed Cisco when he'd told her about this man called the Doctor who could travel through time, who was her friend. But now she remembers him, and more importantly, she remembers how she hasn't seen or heard from him in weeks.

When she goes to start recording, the camera comes on and she gets a view of how shattered she looks from crying, and quickly switches to audio only. ]

How... How do you know when someone's left? Gone home, I mean, or just... gone somewhere that's not here. Is there a list of names somewhere to check?

[ She pauses, hesitant, before adding, ] Do the ones who've left ever come back?

shoplifter

[Laura's been trying to adjust. Part of her wonders if coming here wasn't a grave mistake — she'd come thinking there are more like her, people who would accept her more willingly, and in a way, that's true. However... There are a few... annoyances. Grievances. Her rather overworked case worker Linda has been making sure she goes to school. Today isn't the best day for school, though. She's quiet and 'weird' and the other children usually aren't fond of her and her quiet but present danger.

And for Laura, well. She doesn't do well with anyone 'teaching' her. She's had too much of 'teaching' the last eleven years of her... eleven years.

She may or may not have punched another kid in the eye.

She may or may not have ditched school.

And now she sits on the top of a rather tall and dangerous brick-ish wall in the city, her feet hanging precariously off the edge. Close by, the shadow of a tram wooshes by, and somewhere out there, Linda the Case Worker is having a heart attack. Laura, however, seems more puzzled and annoyed than anything. She sits with a potentially stolen bag of mini-donuts, her favorite glasses pressed up on her forehead and her lovely albeit mildly damaged unicorn shirt clear and vibrant.]

Why do children have to go to classes?

I can learn outside of school.

[There are mean children that exist. She's never ran into children who are so exclusionary; after all, mutants had to stick together.

And teachers aren't bad, but something about the set-up bothers her, in ways she's not sure how to explain.

Maybe it's harder to blend in than you'd think. Not that she had gone into this with any high hopes.]

sanator

[Thom's head pops up on the screen; he was getting comfortable with the communications device now thanks to prolonged exposure and having met a fair few people around the quarantine zone. It wasn't like he had his old reputation here so it was easier for him to appear calm and confident when it came to addressing other people. He has a small smile on his face, the familiar look of communal housing behind him.] Hey! I'm Thom... I had a question, I guess? [His nervousness is concealed, but it still comes through a little in the way he doesn't quite look directly at the camera.] I know everyone's having a tough time right now but like, does anyone here play Basketball?

[His eyes light up talking about it, his enthusiasm clear on his features.] I was thinking its been a while since I hit the court and I'm guessing there isn't one here, but I'd like to maybe shoot some hoops, if anyone's interested?

holds_up_walls

Well this is fun. Finally confirmed that both my brother and my teammate are gone.

Lucky me. Probably ended up here because of them and now they aren't here.

So I guess it doesn't really matter what he thinks anymore.

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