[As the video starts, you can a dark blue bipedal dragon creature with black sclera and yellow eyes looking towards the camera somewhere in a park in the middle of the afternoon. It seems to be curious at the device in front of it until you see Sycamore approaching the creature.]

Garchomp, could you excuse me for a second?

[He then grabs the phone away from his Pokemon and turns to the camera with a smile.]

I'm sorry about my Garchomp. She's really in a good mood today, so I had to take her out around the Garden Park for her to get some exercise.

Speaking of which, does anyone want to join me here? It doesn't matter if you don't have any Pokemon. It's been a few months since my arrival here and to be honest, I think Garchomp might need some company other than me.

And don't worry, she's actually a sweetheart once you get to know her.

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The City of Everglade is now taking applications for a Deputy Guardian Position. Those with an interest must have an interview with the current City Guardian. Please contact Grell Sutcliff to schedule an interview time at your earliest convenience or if there are inquiries. |


[Action: Nova City & Everglade]

[In Nova City, Grell takes the opportunity to walk her dog in the mostly steel jungle. Although it seems like it's more her dog walking her. Grell is window shopping, and from time to time, she stops in front of a shop to admire a few luxury items. A nice necklace or bag. At this particular time, she spots a lovely red pair of leather boots that come up to past the knees. Whipping out her phone, she snaps a picture for viewing later on, but she gives a wistful sigh.]

Aren't they lovely, Copper?

[Looking to her dog for an answer, she's met with what may be skepticism.]

Everyone's a critic. [She reaches down and examines his collar.] You could do with a new collar, however.

[She makes sure to give him a few scritches on either side of his head, earning a far less skeptic expression, before continuing on their walk.

Until she almost bumps into someone else.]

Oh! Pardon me!

[She might take it back, depending on who she bumped into.]

___________

[In Everglade, Grell is overseeing work done on the shelter during the daytime, which is almost completely built. The interior and exterior are coming along nicely, but with their current budget, they wouldn't be able to open until they got furnishings and supplies ready for use.

At night, she's patrolling the streets, occasionally breaking up a fight or two along the way. One particular fight was a small crowd gathering upon a few people that appeared human. Grell made sure that the crowd dispersed after letting them know that such nonsense wouldn't be tolerated under her watch, and that they'd better return home or she'd give them all a trip to the hospital, or worse.

Making sure that the parties parted ways in different directions, Grell remained where she is, accessing what just happened. The non-humans were getting bolder, which is good, in her opinion, but she doesn't want the public to think such behavior is alright.

At least not in front of her.]

Hm! And I had thought perhaps Valoran was the only realm toying with summoning magic. Though, to your credit, it seems to be on purpose, here. I see I'm not alone in being a fresh face. Pleased to make your acquaintance, everyone.

I've already seen some other inquiries on returning home, but they seemed to fizz out fast - and that introductory illusion was quite helpful! So I have a different question. This is a rare opportunity to learn about other worlds, and I would hate to waste it!

Is anyone feeling homesick enough to tell me of their own world? For curiosity only.

[Looks like Genessia has a newcomer and unfortunately, he's not happy about it.

Once he straightens the camera, you can see a young black-haired boy wearing a yellow long-sleeved shirt with a blue jacket, a gray belt, and blue pants outside the cave glaring at it. And judging that his clothes are very wet, you can tell he has a rough wake-up call inside the Bay.]

Lee, Marc, Megan! Where are you guys?! If this is your idea of a prank, I'M NOT LAUGHING!!!

[Once his small fit is over, he then takes a deep breath before moving on.]

First, I got grounded because of my grades. Then I got kidnapped and send into that freaky cave! Not only that, one of my shoes is missing!

Now can you tell me where am I and how do I get back?!

[It had been some time since Ragyo's arrival, and she was finally settled. Everything was accounted for, and it was time to get down to business. Ragyo appears in a lavish sitting room, with a tea set on a table behind her, and framed as if being shot by a professional cameraman.]

Hello everyone, I am making this broadcast to announce that I am starting the process of establishing my company - Revocs - in this place. It will take some time to get everything situated, but in the mean time, I will be offering my services as a tailor and designer to anyone who wishes to do business privately. That is all for now.

[She clicks off the feed before starting another, this one with a filter making it private to the guardians of the various cities...]

( [Private to the Guardians] )

[It should be no surprise that there hasn't been much out of Shinmyoumaru since she first arrived. When the rest of the people around her are dozens of times taller then her, she is easy to overlook. Since she'd arrived she'd taken up residence in a rather ignoble palace compared to the one she left behind; a literal birdhouse. Thankfully the birds left her alone after the first time she was forced to chase them away! But for some reason the tiny girl had chosen to address the people around her today. She sat on the porch of her 'house', bare feet dangling over the edge.]

A..ahem. I suppose most of you don't know me. I mean, some of you. A few of you came to help me the first night I showed up awhile ago. Um...thanks for that. I really mean it. There aren't a lot of people that care about me, so it was nice to meet some good ones right away. But for those of you I did not meet that night, my name is Shinmyoumaru Sukuna, and I am an inchling.

[Her face takes on as serious an expression as she can manage. It is still hard for her to look serious with that cutesy little face, though.]

But I need some help again. The help of someone that knows a lot about magic and magical stuff! I have a particular magical item in my possession. Its supposed to recharge after being used, but it seems to be recharging really, really, really slowly here. I haven't been able to use it once since I arrived!

[Otherwise she might not be stuck living in a birdhouse.]

So...umm..I was wondering if there was anyone that could maybe give it a little jolt? I mean, I'm not asking for a handout, I can give you something for your help. Almost anything really, as long as you're not asking to take over the world or something dumb like that.

[For some reason her face frowns for a moment. Just a moment, but long enough to be noticeable.]

[It takes a moment for the video to focus properly on Patchouli's face.

Yes, very purple, if you haven't noticed.]

Good evening, everyone. [It's not evening. Maybe.]

I haven't had much of a chance to explore the city yet. Is there a library about somewhere?