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[It’s been awhile, but Barricade’s decided to grace the network with his anonymous presence. Kidnappings and rescue missions aren’t all that interesting to him, after all. Let the humans sort out their own.]

I think everyone here is in agreement that BREW is a terrible invention. What really bothers me about it, though, is the fact that it’s obsessed with pulling in more humans than anything else. It’s a disturbing thought if humanity is the common denominator across endless realities, isn’t it?

I suppose it sticks with what it knows, which is consistent for a machine built by humans and not helpful at all. Human conflict solved by human ineptitude isn’t a very good strategy. I’d give it some points for wising up and bringing in superior species every once and awhile, except none of us want to be here. The only comforting part about humanity infesting so many realities is that there’s always something actively trying to wipe it out. That's a universal constant I can live with.

malandragem

[For once, Fabiola doesn't look anything remotely resembling cheerful when she turns on her mirror. When she speaks, it becomes very clear why.]

Bumblebee seems to have been returned. I will of course, wait until I am certain he will not be returning, however...

[However, considering that's the third of her friends in the last few weeks, she's not exactly counting on it.]

Regardless, I will be doing the rounds for my patrol if anyone needs me, and to all members of the Watch, I will gladly go where my assistance is needed when I am not on patrol.

[And god help anyone, Guest or otherwise, who gets up to anything while she's out and about today.]

doc_holi

[Six and Holiday were sitting in their new apartment together for this video. However, it's only the doctor that speaks. Six remains quiet next to her, but he's there for moral support and all. Besides, this was his idea in the first place.]

We had heard about the casualties during the city wide invasion and we were thinking that... there should be some sort of memorial for them all. For the residents of Death City and the guests alike. We were just wondering what opinions everyone had about this.

pmsgargoyle

Londo Mollari was killed during the attack.

I'd like to cremate his remains in order to perform a Wind Ceremony.

thorny

My goodness, what a shocking spate of events we've had to suffer through in recent times. Who could possibly have seen this coming? It isn't as if this sort of thing happens on a regular basis to the point where watches can be set by their occurrence, and certainly no one has been repeatedly mentioning a pattern at all in the past.

Well, no matter. I'm sure that the rampant destruction and death will continue to have no effect on the surviving population's outlook and after the bodies are cleared everything will return to normal. Perhaps a celebration will be held in honor of remaining alive? After all, Easter is still some time off and Shibusen needs to afford the opposing side every opportunity to infiltrate. There are still buildings standing, after all.

As for myself, I believe that I'll do my part in perpetuating the farce and look into acquiring some new yarn colors. It's been some time since I've picked up anything outside of the purple family - any recommendations?

badcop

[Barricade had meant to do this sooner, but the Carnival and subsequent attack on the city had delayed him. He spent enough time reading the network to get an idea of who was who, and what their useless little opinions were. One in particular, though, had caught his interest the past few days. A short amount of research told him he was probably the strongest guest Weapon in the city, with opinions that weren't far off from Barricade's. Winning combination, really, so it was time to put this 'social networking' device to good use.]

You don't know me, but I've seen how you respond to this city's esteemed guests when they're feeling squeamish about souls and war and law. I think we'd get along fine.

pmsgargoyle

I'm sorry to take you away from the fun of this amazing Carnival, but I would like a word with you, Qilby. [ and it won't be filled with sarcasm like this post]

By the way, it's a shame that you didn't participate on the Beauty Pageant. I'm quite sure you would have won.

malandragem

[Here's a sight that doesn't happen often- Fabiola comes onto the network, her face pink, her expression clearly quite flustered. There's a flyer in one small hand, and she glances at it once before speaking, shaking her head a bit.]

While it is not that I am not flattered by the nomination... I must admit that I am uncertain as to why I was even thought of to participate.

[She adjusts her shirt collar idly, looking aside, and flushes a little more, looking even more embarrassed.]

...how does one go about participating in a beauty pageant, in any case? I am afraid I am not exactly aware of the way these proceedings are meant to go.

doc_holi

Just a, uh... quick question to the other Weapons here.

I've already tried looking things up on this, but I'm just a bit wary about trusting some of the material.

Weapons get stronger by collecting souls, right? Eating them... basically. I've heard that there was an alternative and Weapons could choose to not collect them, but-

What happens to the souls that we do collect? And can we still get stronger if we choose not to... do that?

hearsthecube

[The view on this video shows only two wide, glowing lights, eyes evidently, set into a metal mask. As it draws back its owners bandage-wrapped shoulders come into view, confirming that yes, it is indeed someone's face, and no, he's probably not a robot, despite the distorted sound his mask gives his voice. Which the viewers of this post will be hearing shortly - he launches immediately into a hostile, decidedly stressed-sounding rant.]

This may look a useful little toy, to see many places and times, but I've been watching and for all it has shown me I may as well have been given an ant farm! All these pointless scurryings have been nothing but a waste of my time! [An offense he ranks slightly above 'stealing his dog' in severity] Of which, thanks to this meddling, I have already lost more than you could possibly imagine.

But where are my manners? [He's being flippant, of course.] My name is Nox. And I've heard one useful thing, at least. Some leave. Some return. How? Why? When? Tell me what you know, and perhaps the path I take when I leave will not have to be... hm, no. No warrants this time.

aiursfavoredson

En Taro Adun.

[The voice echoed throughout the communicator as his near-featureless face appeared on the screen. His eyes were glowing softly in the darkness as he peered at his communicator, and to those that knew him, it would appear as though Tassadar was contemplating something.]

The emitter has been destroyed, however, the threat still hangs over not only all those within this city, but beyond the safety of the city's walls as well. And yet despite this, each victory we achieve together is one that gains us ground in this war so then we can strive forward towards winning it.

We have all sacrificed much, both from leaving our worlds and the dire situations within them and even here in this world, but do not allow such sacrifices to weigh a heavy burden on your shoulders.

Let our actions speak for us in this war as we stop reacting to our enemies, and show them that we do not fear them.

[While he had never feared an enemy before, still to this day he hadn't, Tassadar had been weighed down by the burdens he'd placed on his shoulders here in this world. After the last battle, however, he finally felt free of the shackles binding him to place.]

[Private to Sarah Kerrigan]

I will accept your offer, Sarah Kerrigan.

[Private to Zeratul]

You have my gratitude, my friend. I fear that without your council, I would have remained in the dark depths I had found myself in.

[Private to Gray Fullbuster]

En Taro Adun, Gray Fullbuster. You fought bravely in the face of danger, and it was an honour to fight alongside you.

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another query
thiis tiime for weapons::

was weapon form a surpriise??
what iis iits relevance iif any to your liife iin own world??
and how do you diiscover powers associiated wiith iit??

that was more than one query
consiider iiniitiial statement retroactiively corrected
would appreciiate iinformatiion though

[ooc: text in black with no quirk:
another query
this time for weapons:

was weapon form a surprise?
what is its relevance, if any, to your life in own world?
and how do you discover powers associated with it?

that was more than one query
consider initial statement retroactively corrected
would appreciate information, though]

want_the_world

I haven't observed as many stupid questions this time around, so good show, new people.

Still, read this.

[He links to his FAQ for Death City.]

[private voice to Kaworu]

Hey. Angel. You have a piano, don't you?

[private text to Feferi]

Feel free to swing by whenever you want. Sollux knows where we live.

dissenter

[the usual forest of books that graces qilby's workplace seems to have dwindled since the last time he showed his face on the network -- seems like some comments about him practically keeping shibusen's library all to himself have actually got to him.

or... maybe it's that sheaf of notes that looks suspiciously like a dozen or so overdue notices. perhaps due dates really do apply to kings! in any case, despite everything, he appears livelier than he's been recently -- with the sort of energy that suggests he's been doing that thinking thing he does so well again.]

I'm almost embarrassed to admit I'd never thought about it before now, but… We're not the only ones affected by Madness, are we? Us sentient beings, I mean. I thought that our failure would mean the crumbling of cities, the end of reasoned civilization-- but the last mission made it clear that the world, and all its flora and fauna are on the line as well. [unless giant, mutated creatures and bloated mushrooms are the norm on this world. which he hopes they aren't.] I fear the longer the war goes on, the less of a world there'll be left to reclaim.

If anyone should be qualified to help, I believe I'll turn some of my attentions to finding a way to reverse the corruption inflicted on affected plant life. But, considering our short-handedness vis-à-vis doctors for people, I can't be disappointed should no one be interested.

[he's seen the recruiting attempts, kurapika. it's enough to make you lose your faith in peoples' capacity to help, eh?

a pause; his ever-present smile falters somewhat, and he clears his throat and looks at a point just to the side of the 'camera.'] And… I have one more entirely unrelated concern. If anyone knows of a kind of shampoo I can purchase that won't make the young man at the store laugh at me, I'd sure love it if they shared their wisdom.

[filtered to ed elric]
( paging that short kid with the funny arm )

willnotdespair

[ It's been a little over a week since the whole fall out with Lloyd (and even more so Kratos). Since then he's only interacted with two others; one of them being his dog. After the fallout he realized a few of who he could consider friends have left Death City, leaving the half-elf possibly the loneliest he's ever been. At least when he felt lonely back home he had his sister.

There's a bit of silence other than a tail thumping at the ground before a single question was asked: ]

What does one do when they find out someone they really trust betrays them?

[ Then a click. ]

spandexisyouth

[Gai looks happy and confident. There are a few bruises from the latest mission, but not many and he seems very relaxed.]

Hello Death City! Do you know what day it is?

[He pauses and viewers may be able to practically feel his excitement bubble up.]

Today is the first day of spring! March 21st! It is a day that should be celebrated and embraced, because it is a day of new beginnings and rebirth! Of life and growth!

I will be in the parks for most of today, since training is over for the day. Do you have any traditions with which you greet spring? I would love to know them!

Also, Lily, I believe I asked you to come see the park with me on the first day of spring.

pmsgargoyle

[Demona just came back from a mission, so she is tired. But happy. Actually, very happy. And is currently at hers and Londo's apartment, surprise surprise.]

I see things are about to get exciting. Good. I was starting to get bored. [Londo, get ready~]

( Read more... )

want_the_world

More new people. Much sooner than usual. My joy is boundless. Seriously, I can hardly contain it, can't you tell.

Read this.

[He links this text document.]

And try not to embarrass yourselves too much in public.

badcop

[There’s an awful, electronic sound that grates across the network, something like a cross between static, feedback and a dying dial up modem. Barricade's curious if the right people are listening when he connects to the network, and the whole thing lasts all of four seconds before ending. About ten minutes later, an anonymous text message appears.]

Your glorious machine BREW has something of a glitch. In my world we sought to destroy and enslave the pathetic human race. Why would it assume I had any reason to fight for it now? And don’t answer ‘because it’s the only way to get home’, because that’s a load of slag.

demandsacrifice

[you see a somewhat big and well build man staring with confidence at the screen]

I see that once again new humans were brought into this world.

As such, I shall introduce myself:
I am Poseidon, the God of the Oceans, and my temple is located on the Creeping Crypt 18A. You are authorized to leave your offerings to me in the format of incense, food and rituals, as I was informed that human sacrifices are outdated and therefore I shall not demand them. If you wish there is already a morning ritual in my honor performed every morning in the training grounds, use the guidance of others to learn about this methods of worship.

[He smirks rather confidently, which indicates that he believes in everything he is saying]

That is all.

[Failed attempt of private to Hades = You see this also]

Hades!! I have been looking everywhere for you! Why are you not in your designated Temple?
It appears that we, Gods, are not immune to drowning! Be careful around the water!
[Very serious expression, which can only mean that he had the experience]

We must meet at once and delineate strategies in how to avoid dying with an water body.

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Entries tagged with barricade

Anonymous Text | May 13th

Decimoseptima ⚜ Roda [May 11, afternoon; video]

3% - April 9th [Video] (Backdated)

005. Voice | April 6, evening

knit five | text | april sixth

Text | Private to Sephiroth | April 6th

004. Voice | April 4, very early morning

Decimocuarta ⚜ Roda [April 02, afternoon; video]

2% April 1st- Voice

March 29, Video

8 Additional Pylons || Video || 28th of March

[00110010 / text / March 28]

[16 // text // 25 march]

004 (MAR. 23) / VIDEO.

02 - MARCH 22ND [Audio | Filtered from Lloyd & Kratos ]

18. March 21st, mid-morning. [Video]

003. Video | March 16, late night

[15 // text // 13 March]

Audio -> Anonymous Text | March 13th

3rd Temple [Video]

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