genessia | [Video]

[The feed opens with the familiar desk and ambiguous location that Ozpin has broadcast from many times, and even though his voice sounds a bit tired, his face seems as stiff and neutral as ever.]

Given the chaos that has engulfed the city, I would like to take stock of a few things. Firstly being any injuries suffered by those of us with the necklaces. I know it is rather... cold to say, but I believe that we should be prioritized with the medical care if only to help facilitate the passage of others through the gates.

Secondly, I would like to take stock of the current situation with medical supplies within the affected area. With everything that has been going on, gathering these kinds of figures has been... difficult at best.

Lastly, I would like to take a moment to address any would-be vengeance seekers. I strongly advise against taking any kind of action at this moment. I understand that tensions and emotions are running high, and you've every right to feel this way. However, if what people are saying is true, and this was caused by one person, it would mean that they possess powers beyond just about anything any of us have ever come up against, and will likely need to be confronted with a unified front. At this point in time, a unified front simply isn't possible. Too many are injured, or missing and our priority should be tending to our wounded. However, that is not to say we should simply forget this transgression. Justice is a very... unique concept, and being just that - a concept - it can be called upon when most opportune.

The wheels may be turning slowly, but I assure you, they are turning.

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Weeeeell, I do have my ways.

[He winked, having a gesture to the sword hanging at his belt.]

Lucifer, huh...Right, I'll keep that in mind.

Overly destructive sorts who aren't even cute hunnies? Not really my type.

[Ozpin is not impressed, Zelos.]

I have a 15 year old student that handles a scythe bigger than you are like it weighed less than a feather. You're going to have to do more than a simple sword to impress me.

[If Zelos was trying to impress, he would have brought out his wings by now. But as of yet, he had no reason or intention to do so.]

Wow, harsh.

No offence, but you're not exactly my type, either. Why would I waste my charms trying to impress an old man?

Besides, back home? Knew this sweet girl who could wield an axe bigger than she was. She's 12.

[Not mentioning that she was technically older than she looked.

Ozpin might notice a slightly strained look in his expression as he talks about his old teammate, however much he tries to conceal it.]

With all due respect, I train children to fight soulless beasts that are bent on sending humanity back to the endless void. In our world, my students are the best of the best. Here, we are outclassed in terms of power.

Be careful who you brag to. There are some that would take it as a challenge... and promptly beat you into the ground.

[So he was a teacher of some sort? Interesting. Shame he was not as attractive as Raine was.]

Harsh. So...what, you just pick random kids out and force them to do your dirty work for you?

Besides, since when was I bragging? She's not even here.

I'm just a swordsman, that's all~ [Lies lies filthy lies.]

Not exactly going to go around looking for a challenge, someone might scratch my pretty face~!

[You haven't seen Glynda, so don't go saying all teachers are not to your liking.]

Hardly. They come to me. There is a very rigorous test that all applicants to my school must pass. Fighting the Creatures of Grimm is not an easy life to choose, and of those that choose it, fewer yet have the talent needed to survive it. Those that do, however, are then trained by my school and others like them.

[He narrows his eyes at the remark about his face.]

Then I would suggest you discard your weapon if your looks are that important to you. One cannot be a warrior and expect to never be struck.

[If she's a cute hunny? Then yes, he'll revoke that last comment.]

...Wow, sounds like a lot of work if it's that likely to just get them killed.

[He shrugs. He could never understand people like that.

Still, he draws his sword and skillfully twirls it in one hand.]

Aw, why would I do that when I can impress all my lovely hunnies with a flick of the sword? You know, women love a guy who can look this good with a weapon.