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[heroes_never_die]

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[Angela doesn't seem to be fazed by this event for some reason, which makes her more on top of things by seeing strange things happen again. She's just a little confused of what exactly is happening. What are the symptoms of this strange phenomenon and what's the pattern to connect it all together? Once she can figure that out, she can figure out a way to help out anyone in need of it.

But while she's sitting in her office, she has another purpose for addressing people besides the event. With the Holidays upon them, she had the idea to do something for it before things got a little strange again.]

Hello everyone. I know something is going on, but I have yet to figure out just what is affecting this mood shift for many people the past day or so. If there's anything I can do to help, I'd like to do what I can.

But while I figure that out, I just wanted to ask if anyone was interested in a Christmas party once things die down? I love the holiday for many reasons and while giving presents to those you care for are a tradition these days, I think my favorite thing about the holidays is spending time with friends and family. Gifts are nice, but I think those closest to you and making memories are more important. I think this would be a good way to spend some time together and mingle. It might even be a good time to make some new friends.

In the meantime, how do you guys spend your holidays, if you celebrate Christmas? I'd love to hear from you.

[And with that, she'll end it with a smile and a polite wave goodbye before turning it off to do other things.]

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[Later at home, Angela was thinking about getting some decorations to liven things up for the holiday, but she didn't have much yet. She found some lights at the very least, but then she thought about making some decorations since she didn't have any here yet. So while she's not the most artistic/crafty person out there, she's having a bit of fun while starting to make some cute ornaments of friends from back home and even of some she's met here.

Sertoria can walk in on her and join her if she'd like.]

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[Video]

[liveandforgive]

[this woman responded in video, and still a touch disoriented and sore from yesterday, Cloud had meant to answer to this in the form of audio, not quite realizing that the camera was on. what Angela would see was a blond young man with a small cut over his left eye and a couple of bruises. he looks tired (and got mugged by one of the first people he'd met here who happened to help him out before.)]

This happen often? [the whole 'randomly changing people' thing? Cloud's still fairly new here.]

[Video]

[heroes_never_die]

[Oh! He's injured!]

No, not this in particular. Strange things happen from time to time, but I haven't seen this happen yet. Usually there's a pattern to follow and figure out the cause, but this case is just... so irregular so it makes it harder to diagnose the cause.

Are you in need of healing?

[Video]

[liveandforgive]

(Maybe this is what Prompto warned me about...)

[like the time that monsters were around. if that was the only time, that is. irregular events that happened. so what this woman was saying was... something happened to Yang that day? he wasn't happy about it, and still planned on finding some way to pay her back, even if she literally stole all of his swords leaving him with nothing but his fists.

"Are you in need of healing?"]

!!!

Damn. Wait, did I...?

[have the video on? he did. ...he looks slightly embarrassed, but he supposes now that he's here, he'd popped his own shoulder back in place after his scuffle. but there wasn't a lot he could do about the bumps, bruises and cuts from harsh punches. he didn't have an 'aura' so to speak. just tough skin. maybe he'd ask for Materia for Christmas (put that on the Wishlist)]

Yeah. Got roughed up by someone. Guessing it's because of this whole mood shift.

[Video]

[heroes_never_die]

[She couldn't help but chuckle lightly. She was in her office at the time, but her Valkyrie suit was nearby just in case something happened. At least her Caduceus staff and blaster were small enough to fit near her, so he might see the staff in the background.]

I'm assuming that's the cause, yes. I can heal your wounds if you'd like? I'm currently in Genessia City, but I can go where I need to.

[Video]

[liveandforgive]

No thanks. Don't have time to be holed up in a hospita-

[listen to what she said again, Cloud. his voice trails off as he catches a glimpse of the staff in the background of her video. the blond blushes slightly at how quick he was to jump the gun. healing as in...with magic? if there was no Materia here, what did Angela use?]

Sorry. [spoken with sincerity as he flinches slightly as he holds his ribs off camera.] I'm still at those apartments they give you when you get here. [so luckily? in Genessia City.] Can you heal me? I can come to you.

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[heroes_never_die]

[She's already getting up. So she'll be walking out of view from the feed, but there was the sound of light armor. Shortly after, she reached for the blaster on the desk and the staff in the background as she finally grabbed for the phone.]

Okay. I'll be there shortly. [Thankfully the hospital isn't too far away for him, so she won't take long.]

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[liveandforgive]

Wait, I can-

[and she's already off. taking a moment, he sits down at the edge of his bed as his vibrant gaze stares down at his phone in disbelief. he hadn't been expecting any of this... everyone was here to help. was...this place really as nice as it seemed despite being 'kidnapped' here? granted he'd just got mugged and lost his most important weapons, but details. immediately after that, this woman was already on her way in a bid to help him.]

... must be part of the job. [he had no idea.]

--

[the hospital wasn't much distance from where he lived, enough so that if he wanted to, Cloud could have walked there. he's outside now, not wanting to run the risk of accidentally missing her on the way, he stops outside. despite the beatdown he took, Cloud was still standing tall. it was far from the worst thing he'd been through, but taking shotgun-accelerated punches to the body wasn't exactly something he planned on revisiting. he tried washing himself up as best as he could, any blood gone from his body. but he was still bruised both inside and out, and he wasn't exactly walking the straightest. if he had a few more days, he'd likely heal up on his own, his body naturally strong.

but for now, he'll stand there in silence, contemplating his predicament and where to go from here. ...ah, that's right. who was this woman? he really should have gotten a name. least he have a name to thank her by.]

[Video]

[im_gonna_heal_u]

I've been noticing weird stuff too! People's personalities are all acting strange!

[ Not like Konoka can talk, even if her differences are more subtle than most. ]

But I've been here for a while so things like that happen somewhat often.

The people here often throw a party at least once a season, but I am interested if you have any ideas! I might be able to pass them along!

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[heroes_never_die]

So it seems personalities are the main change with this event huh? I know these types of things happen, but I'm just looking into it to make sure that everyone is okay until it passes.

Ah, I see. I have no actually ideas just yet, but i was going to think about ideas for one.

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[im_gonna_heal_u]

Yeah. The last one I went to was a winter ball. It was great! But maybe if you want to vary the theme or provide some sort of services, I'm sure you can work it out with Genessia's planners.

What kind of stuff did you want to do?

[Video]

[heroes_never_die]

That sounds like it would be a lot of fun actually. I wonder if that's an option this year as well..?

To be honest, I've always been really busy, so I wasn't able to make it to a lot of parties back home so I'd have to think about it. I guess in retrospect, it wouldn't hurt to ask about ideas for one in the end. I mostly just want to make it an opportunity to spend time with people you care about and make new friends in the process.

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[im_gonna_heal_u]

Gosh, can't wait for the next party then! I'm eager to meet new people just like you.

[Video]

[heroes_never_die]

Do you think that would be acceptable to recycle an old idea? I could probably throw a different party, but that sounds like it would be a lot of fun and we could mix both casual and formal into it, leaving it up to though who attend what they would prefer.

Oh, right! I'm Angela Ziegler, by the way.

[video]

[spacepeterpan]

...bit more than a mood shift, wouldn't you say?

[The Doctor smiles to himself, obviously amused at that way of describing it.]

You've been seeing a few cases, then, I gather, have you had any of them in clinically, had a chance to inspect them? Signs of infection orrr telepathic parasites, maybe, don't really think so, but best we should be thorough, yeah?

[He lights up at the topic of Christmas, though.]

And yes, love a good Christmas party, don't often get to go, something always seems to come up, but I have done a few times, more recently, definitely looking forward to it! Have many friends, here, do you?

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[heroes_never_die]

On other occasions yes, but it's hard to pin point when there are so many different cases going on right now.

I haven't been able to inspect them personally yet, no. It's well noted though. I'd like to be thorough and figure out the case for this, but as far as I've seen, there haven't been signs like that; a closer inspection could prove otherwise though.

[She'll definitely keep that in mind.]

I hear that. I'm usually pretty busy myself since a doctor's job is never truly done. I haven't met too many people just yet, but I'm definitely looking forward to a good chance to mingle with others.

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[spacepeterpan]

Well, always glad to make another friend, oh speaking of, don't think I caught your name, I'm the Doctor, hello.

[The Doctor raises a hand to waggle his fingers at her in greeting.]

If you need a place to visit for Christmas, I've got friends in the area, quite a few, I'm sure we'll be doing something. And if you do learn anything more about what's going on, I'd appreciate if you could get in touch, there're a few of me, here, bit complicated, but I'm the one with the impeccable fashion sense.

[He grins, there, tugging demonstratively at his bow tie.]

[video]

[heroes_never_die]

[That does get a chuckle out of her.]

From one doctor to the other, huh? My name is Angela Ziegler. It's a pleasure to meet you.

That would be great, thanks. I really appreciate the invitation. I'll be sure to do so.

[But then a pause.]

A few of you? How is that possible, if you don't mind me asking?

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[spacepeterpan]

Ah, well, timelines out of sync, story of my life, really, but more so than usual, think of it like past and future lives, if y'like, still causally linked, but a little looser than, say, you and yourself from yesterday, gives us a little more leeway crossing our own timeline, but still best to avoid it, normally. 'course, this place's clearly acausal to our own native universes, so don't worry, it's really not likely to implode or anything drastic like that.

[video]

[heroes_never_die]

Ah...

[Timelines is enough to make her understand better at the very least.]

That's really intriguing. I've heard timelines can be a screwy topic here overall. I haven't seen anyone from my world yet, but other people have brought it up before.

[Video]

[mouth_breather]

Dorothy Wainwright and I are trying to figure that out too. As far as we can tell, this is just one of those 'things' that hits the city every so often. In this case? Memory alteration. We'll know in a few days if it's something that needs action on our part or not.

[He shifts as though making himself more comfortable, but truth is, he's restless about this. Having something strange happen with the only recourse being to 'sit and wait it out' is not something he's going to get used to.]

We don't celebrate many holidays while we're on assignment, but I do take time to call home to wish my brother and mother a merry Christmas. What about you?

I'm Jim, by the way. Jim Kirk.

[Video]

[heroes_never_die]

Memory alteration.... That sounds like the best way to put it. There are just so many difference variables that I wasn't exactly sure what the diagnosis would be. Judging by the last few events, it'll end soon enough, but until then I'm just worried about people's well being at this point.

I try to do what I can, but sometimes that's what it comes down to. Being a doctor doesn't guarantee that you'll be able to spend time with friends and family, after all. [In her case, friends since her family is deceased now.] I've had holidays where I was called in to work or had to visit a battlefield to heal those injured.

[While she's more than happy to help out however she can, she would like to spend time with people she cares about during the holidays.]

I'm Angela Ziegler. It's nice to meet you, Jim.

[Video]

[mouth_breather]

Right, right.

[He's pretty sure Spock will have some polite fury to express after this is over. But he's got it light compared to what he's seen publicly displayed from some other people.]

You're a doctor! Field medic, it sounds like? That's a tough job.

[As Bones reminds him frequently.]

You've got my respect, Dr. Ziegler. ...German, or Austrian?

[Video]

[heroes_never_die]

Yep. I used to work for an organization called Overwatch before it was disbanded.

[But it was recalled so...?? Maybe she still technically worked for them?]

It can be. My allies tend to be very.... reckless... [She can't help that sigh.] Thankfully my Valkyrie suit has helped out with movement, but war is never pretty.

Thank you. I'm actually Swiss.

[Video]

[mouth_breather]

[Blew it. Bold explorer of the galaxy who doesn't even know the accents of his own planet.]

You know, I was talking to Ayame, and she mentioned having some sort of suit and military background.

A full out war, though? Must be pretty bad if the Swiss are getting involved.

[Video]

[heroes_never_die]

[She's not offended in the least by that. However if he'd messed up Torbjorn's nationality, he'd have something to worry about. The dwarf was far too worried about if people messed up that he was Swedish.]

You can say that. The Omnic Crisis is in the past, but there are signs of a second upraising in my world. A doctor's work is never done, in the end.