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[hisblackwings]

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[At first the video shows Link tilting and examining the phone, seeming to try and evaluate it even though he is clearly aware that the feed is running. After a moment he finally fixes the view more on his face to show a serious-looking young man with blonde hair tied back in a neat braid.]

I can't say that I've ever been held captive somewhere with captors who were so upfront about the fact that I was even kidnapped in the first place. Or where they spent so much time and effort on appearing... Accommodating.

[He pauses a beat before frowning.]

But it's clear to me that they are also trying to keep us complacent. Has anyone done any serious investigating into who exactly brought us here or why? I have no intention of trusting the local government obviously, but I've heard about these "Guardians". Are they more reliable?

[Action]

[Link is taking his time explore the layout of Genessia City, attempting to do some investigating on his own and become accustomed to the layout of the place. It's important to understand this new setting as thoroughly as possible if he has any hope of escaping after all, so he is coming at this from the same angle he would any other investigation or mission. He tries to explore both side-streets and major roads when possible, although he does try to appear nondescript and not draw too much attention to himself as much as possible.

... Wait, is that a pastry shop?

The blonde freezes in front of Cake Town, staring almost longingly at the displays in the window before shaking his head hard. No! Now is not the time to give into temptation! But it's been a long time since he had any sweets... In the end Link just ends up standing there looking inside almost pitifully.]

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[mynameisallen]

[Since Allen had gotten back to the Dream Docks he had either been arguing over gossip going around or doing various chores that he had been assigned to do at the place he now lived.

Today's task. Food and Allen had managed to grab a few bags and had been planning on heading back to Fayren. With his little companion Minccino by his side and Timcampy flying on ahead, he was going over what he was going to do for the rest of the day.

Maybe a bit of training would be possible. Maybe with someone else. But if he did that with who? Bulla maybe? He hasn't really trained with her much so it would be interesting. With the thoughts and ideas going through his head Tim had managed to go further away, hovering in front of Cake Town. Soon spotting a familiar face and before Allen would come around the corner Tim had decided to simply fly around.

Hello. Nice to see you.]

[hisblackwings]

[Link already was not sure what to expect from this odd kidnapping, but even higher on the list of things he hadn't been prepared for was the sight of that familiar golem. For a moment he spun, trying to examine Tim properly as he fluttered around and ensure that it was really... Well. The real thing.]

Timcampy?!

[Instantly the Crow was on high alert, eyes darting up and down the street nearby. Part of him considered fleeing and attempting to watch from the shadows and see if anyone came for Tim, knowing that there was only one person who was likely to be accompanying it. But would it be the Fourteenth? Or would it be... Link decided it didn't matter. Regardless of who it was he had been given a duty, and he shouldn't allow something as silly as captivity to keep him from at least gathering information and attempting to fulfill his mission. So he looked back to Tim, tilting his head.]

Are you here alone?

[mynameisallen]

Timcampy...Can you stop going too far ahead or a cat will get you.

[At least he couldn't get lost anymore after having been here for a few months now. But he really didn't want to have to deal with chasing a cat because he got eaten or something. As he turned the corner, he found himself freezing on the spot, his Pokemon companion hitting hid leg in the process before looking from Allen to the other where Tim still currently was.

Allen really hadn't been expecting his day to turn into seeing someone from his world for more importantly someone hadn't ever really expected to see. It was at least enough of a surprise for him to drop the bags, causing food to fall and roll away.

After a brief moment Allen was finally able to get words out.]

When did... I mean...How?

[Considering the last thing he remembered and all, he had a lot of questions, but he didn't know where to start, at least until he remembered he had dropped food.]

Ah...I hope nothing broke or I might be in trouble. [He moved to kneel down as he started to pick up, Miccino already using his tail to sweep some toward him.]

Are you okay? I... guess I should start. [Because he didn't exactly know what happened all things considering.]

[hisblackwings]

[All it takes is a brief glance for Link to know that this isn't the Fourteenth faking it- this is the real Allen. Despite knowing that this was a possibility when he first saw Tim it still somewhat jars him for a moment, even though he quickly schools his expression back to its usual one of sternness... He just hopes that the other doesn't notice. Straightening up the Crow strolls closer as if this was any other day back at the Order, bending to help regather some of the food.]

I'm fine. And what about you, Walker?

[A glance at the younger man, now that he's closer.]

[mynameisallen]

[Allen had been focused on making sure the food put back into the bags they came from and that nothing got squashed or smashed from the fall, which luckily all was well with that one, causing a small sigh of relief though after a moment he had realised he has picked up his Pokemon and stuffed him into one of the bags. So with a quick panic, he moved to remove them before glancing up.]

I-I'm fine. Just... wasn't expecting to see anyone from my world here, especially you considering what I last remember now.

[With the whole incident that lead to him leaving the Order thing. Good times.]

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[priceofmagic]

He~lloo! Nice to meet you, sir. My name is Satou Kuroneko, and I'm a Deputy Guardian in Attleton. We really do our best to meet your needs, so if you have concerns... [She points her thumb at herself, grinning confidently.]

Ah, as for investigating. We've started putting our best foot forward. You can visit the GSRF for more information!

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[hisblackwings]

My name is Howard Link. Can I ask exactly what your position entails? I'm just curious.

And is there any information you've found as of yet regarding who's in charge here?

[priceofmagic]

My current position involves enforcing laws and keeping peace. If something gets out of hand or there's a disaster, I step in to keep the public safe and dissolve the situation.

I don't know who our captor is exactly, but what I've learned so far implies something is beyond that barrier... One sec. [She slowly pans the camera skyward,] There's a barrier around the city that keeps us in, but it's also keeping something out.

[hisblackwings]

Since you've been in such a position have there been many such... Situations? This place is quite different from what I'm used to so I don't know the general crime rate.

[He peers a little closer to the video before looking up himself, then back down.] Interesting. And do you have any guesses on what that something is?

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[youfool]

Ahaha, rather puts some doubt as to whether it's a kidnapping at all, eh?

[That's Ted's way of saying: "don't buy it"]

Well, welcome to the world. I'm Ted. Once I've got a name to work with, I can furnish your other inquiries.

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[hisblackwings]

I hardly see what else it could be, considering I was taken without consent.

[He looks wary but concedes.] Howard Link.

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[youfool]

Hmm. If you unconsentingly fell out of a burning building, and another was there to catch you with a life net, would you accuse them of arson?

Huh! Never had a Howard before. Welcome again. As for the Guardians, it depends, but on the whole I'd say "no". Political ambition usually doesn't pair with honesty. On the whole they prefer peace and quiet over all else. They're not the type to know or nurture virtuous noise.

[hisblackwings]

From what I have been told so far it seems as though I felt out of one burning building straight into another.

So Guardians are a politically-supported position as opposed to a protective force? And I'm not looking to make any "virtuous noise", I'm simply looking for information that could be pertinent in leaving this place.

action / god bless you link

[lazuline]

[Azura's not much for sweets, but she lives with Elise, and well. Elise IS someone who likes sweets. So she's made a rather large order of cupcakes of all sorts, and is currently slowly backing out of the shop with two large boxes in her arms, FULL of colorful, audaciously decorated cupcakes.

It's precarious at best, honestly.

...but once she makes it out of the door she notices Link, and does her best to peek around the boxes in her arms. It's a ridiculous sight, really.] Oh, were you thinking about making a purchase?

[hisblackwings]

[The sound of the door opening is what snaps Link out of his reverie and his gaze fixes on Azura as she tries to both balance everything and manage the door.

For all his concerns about work and dubious loyalties he still has common courtesy, so even before he answers he steps forward and holds the door for her so she at least isn't trying to multitask. He considered grabbing a box to steady it but thought better of it; suddenly taking something from a woman is decidedly bad decorum.]

More importantly- do you need help carrying those?

[lazuline]

...Thank you, I hadn't realized the packages would be this large. I may have over ordered... [There's a frown. Well, good enough in the end. There are more than enough people at home to eat all of these.

The offer of help draws her out of her thoughts and she smiles, just faintly.] If you could spare the time, I would appreciate it. It's a bit of a walk from here to Fayren. I'd be happy to repay you with one of the cupcakes if you'd like.

[she was going to offer one anyway, to be honest.]

[hisblackwings]

It's no problem. [It isn't as though he technically has pressing matters to attend to outside of gathering information and escaping anyway, and doing this will give him the opportunity to explore a new area.

Once Azura is safely through the door he closes it before taking one of the boxes from her with a polite nod.]

Lead the way.

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[nomoreroom]

Speaking as a newcomer myself, I'd say if they were aiming for complicity, they've gotten it!

Been here for a week and not much of a complaint to be seen on the network about much of anything at all, unless you count the odd argument against the old rumor mill.

[The voice on the communicator sounds... tinny, static vaguely lacing each word, as if filtered through an old radio]

I think you might be hard pressed to find any substantial amount of people digging for the truth around here, friend.

[hisblackwings]

That's... Certainly unfortunate to hear.

Does that go for yourself as well, then?

[nomoreroom]

I'd be lying if I said I wasn't interested!

Heck, even if you don't find many more Nosy Nellies around here, I'd be willing to snoop around.

[hisblackwings]

Well there's no need for you to risk yourself, but it would be beneficial... If you see anything that could be useful, of course.

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[psychica_ratione]

Ya would actually be better off investigatin' for yourself? Tha population really is complacent. Like to tha point of bein' eerily so.

[ Adam is trying to hide a rural Virginia accent but it is not the working. ]

[hisblackwings]

Well I'm not opposed to working alone, but it certainly is more beneficial to have backup where possible.

[He raises an eyebrow.]

I take it that you aren't as complacent, then? Or you at least see the problem.

[psychica_ratione]

[ Adam only shrugs. ]

I just got here, too. But even if ya set aside that barrier there's still somethin' very wrong going on here.

I want ta find out what that is.

[hisblackwings]

I'm inclined to agree.

Would you be interested in sharing information?