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[Jane is situated in her new bedroom, wearing a battered fedora and a very fetching if obviously false black curly mustache. She smiles at the screen shyly.]

Hello! I suppose it's been long enough, I should introduce myself! I'm Jane Crocker. I'm a newcomer here. I think I've finally settled in? Maybe. I've been hearing a lot of this talk about the war, and Meisters and Weapons and such, and it's all very exciting and stirring and whatnot. Unfortunately, I don't have a lot of martial experience. The thing I am most used to whipping into submission is cake batter, actually. But at least I am pretty good at that!

Anyway, my point is, I made a cake, because, well, why not?

[The screen tilts and on the kitchen table is, indeed, a very impressive chocolate cake, with two layers. When the screen agains shows her face, Jane's upper lip is a bright red and her fetching curly mustache is nowhere to be seen. Her entire face is red now, actually.]

So...yeah. And the mustache was...a joke, I guess. Um. Wow. OK, I'm going to log off now. Anyway, nice to meet all of you!

mayotaku

[THERE IS A VERY SERIOUS MAN ON THE NETWORK TODAY.]

[He is sitting by a table with a spread of all sorts of different types of mayonnaise, lined up nice and evenly. And I mean a lot of bottles and jars, okay. There's like 50+ on the table alone.]

It seems like there are people here who don't know about mayonnaise as much as they should. It's actually quite alarming. Luckily, I'm an expert on the matter so you are free to ask any questions that you may have.

[MAYONNAISE 101 BEGINS NOW. Also, don't mind him, he's just eating this at the moment.]

[YES, that is mayonnaise.]

[I'm very sorry.]

atailoftwoworlds

Man, things have been really hectic past few days. [With the monsters attacking the city and the number of people he had to rescue...and to top that, there was the Madness going on and those kidnappings he had heard about, orz] This whole war situation is worse than I thought...[And incredibly inconvenient when you’re only armed with your fists, as Zidane has discovered]....those monsters would have been less of a handful if I had my daggers with me...

So, I’ve been doing a little bit of thinking. It looks like I’m not gonna get far in this place without someone to partner with. So, I was wondering if anyone is still looking for a Weapon to go on all those missions? If you’re a girl and you’re cute, that’d be a bonus!

Er...Chika, you said you were up for a few missions? Is the offer still on?

get_the_win

[When the feed comes on, Domon isn't looking at the screen. There are bandages on his head and right arm. It is a long moment before he speaks.]

Those things the other day...that's what this war is against? My fists were useless... Maybe Shiso was right. Maybe I have been relying too much on my Gundam.

[He sighs, and then finally looks at the camera.] So how do I find myself a partner?

ioudas

So, we're all alive yeah? That's good- well, not entirely good, because some things I could deal without. The lord giveth and the lord do not taketh them away.

[Sure, he sounds really light hearted, but really the Witches did the one thing to get Cross Marian motivated: piss him the fuck off enough to want to see them suffer.]

Seeing as we can overcome anything the Witches can throw at us, we can easily overcome a loose m- cat. A cat. My cat. I love it very much and if you could please return her to me, I would be grateful. [it's a huge cat. one could say... almost lion sized.] But, really, if you find Ganymede - the m- cat, let me know, yeah?

And if you are a lovely lady who has been traumatized by this entire experience and need a strong, handsome man to let it all out to, come by the cabaret and ask for Cross Marian. Just for this week only, there is a discount on my hosting services, to help people cope with the events of the past few days.

Unless you're Zatanna Zatara, in which you get my services for free because you live with me and I would like to be able to come home sometimes.

blindrockstar

Can I ask an important question? If this place is so advanced compared to my world, why do you guys still sew up cuts with itchy string?

[Guess who has stitches?]

I mean, I've been here for months, and I still don't get it. If you want someone to avoid scratching at the stitches, use something that doesn't itch!

[Guess who keeps scratching at her stitches?]

fourleafbrat

[The communicator clicks on to heavy breathing.

You'd be breathing heavily too, if you just spent the last few hours or so of your life, tearing apart your brother's apartment--and then your own out of sheer frustration. She knows what's happened, though, and for once, there's nothing she can do to change it.

There's no one she can kill that would change BREW's mind, and she's not even in the mood to celebrate the successful rescues.]

...Hey. Instead of whining every time someone's been sent home, has anyone ever figured out why BREW decides kick them to the curb?

[It doesn't seem right that it gets to throw people out like useless trash. Especially not someone like Snake.]

It's not like I've been doing all that much... [Aside from maybe some meaningless deliveries--only because no one else could be bothered to do them.] Why am I still here?

[She's just going to mope and generally be pouty and angry and miserable.

Whoops?

...Click!]

clowned

[ the feed flickers on to show a very disturbed-looking Allen.

surprisingly enough, it's not the madness that's left him looking this way-- it's actually something that's been bugging him for a couple days. the city erupting into chaos just temporarily distracted him from asking what's been on his mind. ]

I hope everyone is safe now. We're going to do something about those who were carried off, aren't we? [ because even though he doesn't know anyone who was taken personally it's still important! ]

I have a question, though. I was told to ask those from Shibusen, but I don't remember who I was familiar with before. [ cue a very sheepish looking smile as he says this. he turns quite serious before geting to his point, though. ]

Is it- true that weapons have to eat souls?

get_the_win

[The video feed clicked on, showing Domon with a very annoyed expression on his face.]

If we're supposed to help fight, why do we need a partner first? I'm sure I can handle one of those Kishin Eggs just fine on my own. The more of us that fight, the faster we can go home.

[It's pretty obvious he's never actually encountered a Kishin Egg before. But you can't blame him for trying, right?]

And if we really do need a partner why would that thing bring people here by themselves? How are we supposed to trust a stranger that much?

[He sighs. For just a split second, the anger is gone, and he just looks incredibly sad and lonely. But the irritated scowl is back in an instant, making one wonder if that other expression had really been there at all. He stares at the communicator for a moment, like there's something else he wants to say, but doesn't know how to say it. In the end he gives up though, and simply makes an annoyed grunt as he switches the device off.]

boredallready

[Fail filtered from Kratos]

[Aforementioned fail filter is because he's a little on the completely tired side. And he seems pretty cranky on top of that.]

Who seriously wakes up at 4 in the morning to train? Or for anything?

Other than Kratos, I mean. [It's hard to tell if he's talking to himself now or not.] What the hell was I thinking, he's such a jerk...!

this_is_keron

[Have what appears to be a red frog looking out at you from the communicator with his arms crossed and speaking with a no-nonsense tone of voice.]

How many people here had actual combat experience before being brought here? And how many of you have been in a warzone before?

[Assessing the capabilities of your allies is important! Though how seriously will you take a talking red frog, anyway?]

holdmybroom

[The first thing that shows up in the video-feed is a small mouse sleeping peacefully next to ball yarn. And yes, that mouse is actually wearing a small green sweater with white stripes in it. However, the screen is quickly taken away from the mouse and brought to Cinderella. Also, if you pay enough attention to her surroundings you can spot a and sparkly slipper made of glass.]

Oh, that is better. It has been a while since the last time I did this..

Hello and welcome to all newcomers who I didn't have a chance to meet during the tour. My name is Cinderella and it's nice to meet you all.

I've been sewing a quite lot lately for myself and my friends. And well.. I was thinking that if any of you had old clothes that needs to be fixed, I'd be happy to help you! Also, if there are some clothes that you want but can't find from stores around here or afford them, I could try to make them? Oh! And same goes for crafts and toys.

vyse

[There's the usual fumbling that every newcomer seems to put out to the network. Still this one seems pretty pleased to be here if his expression is anything to go by.]

Hello everyone! Looks like I got this thing working. [He looks at the device in awe] I've never seen anything like this! It's pretty amazing!

[he scratches the back of his head, realizing he's getting too excited and hasn't introduced himself yet]

Oh right, my name's Vyse! Is nice to meet you all. I guess we'll be working together from now on? I'll do whatever I can to help!

Heh, it's kinda funny actually. Before this me and my friends had set off for a new adventure. [his face looks a little concerned] Wish they were here with me now though, I bet they'd love it.

[he smiles]

I was told I was a Meister so I'm gonna go to training as soon as I can, if any Weapons out there want to try working together.

spandexisyouth

[A man with a very shiny bowl-cut, wearing green spandex, beams into the device. While he enjoys talking in general, he's about to cover one of his favorite topics.]

Good day to all! By now I think almost everyone should be up instead of sleeping in! I am Maito Gai, for those who have newly arrived, and I am here to give you a reason to greet the morning as it begins instead of later in the day! Morning Training!

Every morning, from six until nine, morning training happens. It is there to teach how to be a Weapon or a Meister, personal fitness and combat skills, resonating with your partners, and how to figure out your abilities! Breakfast is provided! There are very good reasons to show up, I assure you!

[He poses, giving a thumbs-up to show added sincerity. It looks goofy, but for him it means a guarentee. The thumb goes down, and his big smile tones down just a little.]

There is also something else I have been giving some thought to. Encouragement. It is a very important thing and many are lacking in it. I have managed to build some up!

[Karkat, Neji, Santana, he's looking at you three especially.]

But I would like some help. Do you know someone who could use encouragement or another friend? I would be glad to assist! We are all far from home here and could use support! It is not easy, after all, to be taken somewhere, especially when you are in the middle of something important! Let me know their name and I will seek them out!

[He straightens up now, looking directly at the screen.]

To those who are new, welcome to Death City! I hope that you do well in your stay here!

To those who have been here for a time... I could use some more assistance in some areas of morning training. Breakfast and Partnership are the two areas that I could most use help in, but any who wish to assist and know what they are doing will not be turned away!

[[ooc: Morning training happens every morning, but is logged out in one big log about once a real-time month. An ooc coordination post goes up first, and that will go up on the in-game 29th. The log itself will happen on the in-game 30th. If you'd like your character to help out with it, feel free to comment here or when the ooc post goes up!]]

starfruitfrog

[The feed turns on to show the round green face that had showed up just yesterday on the network. In drag, no less. No kimonos this time, though. In the background is the hallway of Death City Heights.]

The dumpling party will be tonight, and anyone can come, just...

[Suddenly he stops, hand on the doorknob as a shiver runs through him. What was that? Why were his spider senses tingling?

More importantly, when did he start having spider senses?!]

Kero? Must be my imagination, de arimasu.

[He turns the doorknob. Inside the apartment, there is a giant, brightly coloured present box with a card attached. It says in big letters, ‘For Keroro’.

Okay. That was suspicious. Did they order something? But it was a giant, brightly coloured box. A giant, brightly coloured present box. And it was for him! Maybe it was a 1:12 RX-78-2 to go with his Zaku?! He takes one step towards it, then--

( This is an OOC-cut with red darumas. )

((ooc: Keroro is this colour and Giroro is this colour. Much threadjacking and stupidity will happen in this post.))

skyfall

[ The device turns on as it’s making a turn mid-air as its owner turns it in his hand. When it stops, it’s on the face of a half-amused woman. Once it’s back in her hand the right way, she lets out a quick breath of hair through her nose. ] Cute. Now, let’s see how well it can get the job done.

‘Names Fang and I just happen to be one of those fortunate enough for your little friend BREW to bring me—To participate in your war, no less. I won’t pretend I haven’t made up my mind already, but it does bring me to a few questions.

It’s nice of our hosts to offer us homes and food through the use of this handy little thing and all-- [ For indication, she gives it a little shake with her hand. ] But what I really want to know is what would they do if I were to say I wouldn’t help? This place [ She motions to the room she’s currently in. ] this little thing and the money I can get with it—You can’t really tell me those of Death City will let me sit back and use up their space and recourses for free, do you? Sounds awfully fishy to me, don’t you think?

[ She shrugs. ] No matter, you won’t have to worry about me. I’ll join your fight, it’s not like I have anything better to do while I’m here. Ah, but there’s one more thing, isn’t there? I was looking for someone, but it turns out she came and left before BREW so much as considered bringing me along. Goes by the name of Vanille-- Ring any bells? She may be gone, but I want to know a few things. Namely, if she was safe during her visit. If I found out that anyone so much as laid a finger on her while I wasn't around... [ She mock-scowls. ] Let's just say you'll be answering to my fist.

fonicmelody

[ She was still getting used to using the communicator, but after commenting around for a while, she's comfortable enough to make her own post. She wanted to introduce herself, and offer her assistance and all that. ]

--Oh, it's working. Good.

Ah…Greetings. My name is Sergeant Tear Grants, of the Oracle Knights Intelligence Division. Though I doubt my rank is of much consequence here. I’m one of those that just arrived, so please bear with me while I get used to how things in Death City are run. I'm hoping to be able to do my part soon enough.

Also, I was wondering where I would be able to find more information on this world. I've only been here a short time, but even so, I've noticed a number of glaring differences between this world and my own. It would be prudent to learn of any others, especially whilst fighting a war on foreign soil.

That being said, I would like to make it known that I will do everything in my power to keep the civilians of this place safe from harm. While this world is not my own...it is my duty as a soldier. This situation may be less than ideal. However, I look forward to cooperating with you all to bring this war to an end as quickly as possible.

[ Okay that…covers that, she supposes. Man she is not good at this. Should she say something else? It seemed trivial to ask meaningless things… so…

There's a small pause before: ] That is all. Thank you for your time.

withelegance

[There is another new voice in the network! The voice low and husky, making it difficult to tell whether it belonged to a man or woman]

The wind is getting stormy. [And then there is a short pause. Haruka waits to see whether there will be the proper reply to this code. But the lack of it confirms Haruka's earlier assumption that Michiru hadn't arrived to Death City yet.]

Oh, so it is 27th of January already in this world? I don't think I could have asked more unnerving and inconvenient birthday present that being kidnapped to a place like this. [An irritated sigh.]

Well anyway. Would anyone be up for a little race?

amellus

[The screen comes on, showing one of the thin alleyways not far from Shibusen. Pale fingers are roaming over the screen, obviously using the other functions on the DEMISE alongside the video function. Very quickly it's evident that he's not showing on screen due to actual care with the camera's aim, not due to the camera being on by accident.]

...it's amazing how similar they are! [Though maybe that was picked up by accident, since it's certainly not aimed at the microphone]

[Text;]

Test? Can anyone see this?

starfruitfrog

[The camera turns on to show a suitably darkened room lit by the warm glow coming from two candlesticks. You see the corner of a tatami mat, and the edges of a dark pink kimono and a head of long, straight, black hair crowned by something gold and metallic. It's vaguely...skull shaped.

The princess (?!) slowly raises her head and...

Oh. It's just some weird frog.]

Welcome~

[And he's using a weird, high-pitched, girly voice.]

This Keroko is pleased to welcome you to our humble corner, my lord.

[He bows deeply, hands carefully tucked into his long sleeves. Then just as suddenly, all princess-like pretenses gone.]

Well? Wasn't that amazing, de arimasu? I've always wanted to try on one of these twelve-layered kimono, and then I just found one lying around when I got back, de arimasu! It even came with this really nice wig and headdress~

Ke-rokerokero~ The moment I put it on, I thought...it would be a shame not to act in character to match the clothes, so I did~

[Keroro twirls for you because he thinks he makes a perfectly lovely princess. He really is much too proud of this.]

Waiiii~ Waiiiii~

Ah.

I almost forgot, de arimasu. Eve-dono and I are planning on moving so we're going to have a house-warming party with dumplings, de arimasu. You guys have to help make the dumplings though, de arimasu. And try not to worry too much about the gifts, de arimasu! [Hint, hint. WORRY. Nudge, nudge. Get something nice.

Now. Back to twirling. He has no idea where someone got a Keronian-sized kimono, or how they deposited it into his house without him knowing. BUT: Free stuff!]

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Entries tagged with tear grants

February 15th, late afternoon {video}

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Fifth Theft [Voice] | 7th February

Round 2 ♔♥ Video ♔♥ February 7th

(voice. feb. 7th ; morning.)

[Voice] [02]

feb. 06 ♣ voice; without you

( two ) video; february 3rd; afternoon

Round 1 ♔♥ Video ♔♥ January 30th

09 [Video]; January 30th, evening

001; video; January 30, afternoon

video | 1/29

☠ [Video] January 28th | Morning

January 28th | Mid-day | Video

episode 013 [video ; January 28th, morning]

001 ⇢ video ⇢ january 27,midday

001 ;; Audio ;; 1/27

voice | 27/1

1/27- Video

episode 012 [video ; January 27th, just after sunset]

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