01. Introduction [Voice/Action]

[skillset]

VIDEO;

I'm not sure what it says about this place that somebody put a welcome hologram next to the place where kidnap victims arrive. On one hand, I'm alarmed it's happened enough to need that kind of message. On the other, at least someone else has gone to the trouble of having a welcome speech. So, uh, thanks for that.

[ He's not happy to be here, despite the neutral expression and casual tone in his voice, but you could probably say that about any of the people who wake up in the cavern. He is, however, relieved that he -- and by assumption -- everyone else who winds up isn't immediately thrown into jail or a labor camp. It could be much worse. ]

Anyway, hi. My name is Steve and I'm new. I'd appreciate any tips or advice on how to find housing and a job, or just anything about living here. Thanks.

[ At least until he pokes around and figures out why people are being brought here, and maybe how to get everyone home. ]

ACTION;

[ For the first few days, Steve plans on sticking fairly close to his temporary lodgings. He will be out and about learning his way around, though, wandering down streets and poking into interesting looking shops. Chatting with strangers, whether they're newcomers like him or native to the region, will be a top priority. Knowledge is power and he's learned through hanging around with some very intelligent spies people that any information you get can be used to advantage.

But it also helps knowing what kind of people are around for the sake of living together and who might be good in an emergency. Steve isn't naive enough to think trouble won't find him here. It always does. ]

Comments

[skillset]

Don't remember the pamphlet mentioning anything about collecting taxes.

[chaosimpact]

I'm a new hire. They haven't updated the pamphlets yet.

[skillset]

Who is your supervisor?

[chaosimpact]

The prince.

[As if that means anything. ...Or she actually consulted him...]

[skillset]

And what was your name again?

[ You know, for asking the authorities about. ]

[chaosimpact]

Bulla Brief.

[Said with authority.]

[skillset]

Alright. Thanks, Miss Brief.

[ because he has no idea she's lying.

(And, for shame, lying to Captain America.) ]

[chaosimpact]

I expect timely payments.

[She lies to everyone. No regrets.]

[skillset]

I'm sure you do.

[chaosimpact]

Yup! I'm glad we could see eye-to-eye on this.

[skillset]

I wouldn't say that, exactly. But I think I understand your position.

[chaosimpact]

Oh really? And just what position would that be?

[Cue faux indignant glare.]

[skillset]

That you believe you're entitled to some of my paycheck.

[chaosimpact]

Well duh. I'm kind of a big deal around here. Everyone has to pay tribute. You're no exception.