[Shuffle, shuffle of paper before Sonata's voice is heard.]

Okay so like, this Holiday thing? There's singing involved so like, I totally decided I wanted to do that, but like I've never heard of any of these songs before. [More paper shuffling, yes she has a lyrics book. Or packet, who knows.]

But like, I also don't want to go out and sound like a dead frog? That and like, it's my first time singing without Aria and Adagio. So, if like any of you guys could listen and like tell me if I got it right that'd be great!

[A few short breaths, along with a clearing of her throat before she starts to sing "White Christmas". Of course it's not like Sonata can turn off her Siren powers but as the song isn't her usual "inspire people to fight each other over things" set of lyrics (or vocalizations)? The feelings anyone effected by her powers won't be as harsh, yeah they'll feel gung-ho about Christmas to an almost vicious degree but not to the level of say...

Punching someone to get that last item on their shopping list.]

((ooc: Sonata's permissions post in regards to her song-stuff powers, which explains a bit better?))

[ This video starts out with a nice shot of one of those Grievous action figures advertised in the newspaper set into the snow on some sort of flat surface. Grievous in the snow? Sure, why not. He almost looks festive, at least.

What follows next is a sound some may recognize. The tell-tale hiss of a lightsaber being activated off-screen followed by the low, constant hum of the plasma blade. Said blade of deadly energy now shifts into view, skyblue and slowly approaching the action figure, melting whatever snow or ice is nearby. The blade never touches plastic Grievous, though. The heat it radiates is enough to trigger the whole melting process and as the figure slowly changes form, a soft chuckle can be heard. ]

Looking good, General.

[ The lightsaber blade disappears again with another hiss, but the camera remains on the figure as the melting continues while it slowly cools down. ]

I heard there's some sort of festival approaching.

[ The off-camera voice speaks again, this time clearly addressing the audience. ]

Would anyone be inclined to explain what all this is about?

[ Now there's a small, Christmas-y bell-ornament dangling into view of the camera before the gloved hand holding it moves it towards the now oddly deformed Grievous figure and hangs it onto one of his now curled plastic lightsabers. Now he's festive, right? ]

Oh, and... Don't vote for this guy.

[ The same black-gloved hand now points at the molten figure. ]

You see what happens if you expose him to too much heat. That may not be the qualities you're looking for. A couple of guardian police droids might be better suited for the job. And yes, I can build those too.

[ Everyone's TVs will flicker on and to the Genessia News Channel for a Live Special Report. The Show Host pops out from beneath the podium, a cool tenor voice coming straight from him as he addresses the camera. ]

Well heeeeello there everyone! We interrupt your day for a very special report! It's your favorite host with news about the City Guardian Election, live, despite the weather folks! It turns out electronics don't work so well in the freezing cold, so we've had to move our Guardian's debate to warmer pastures! Thank you to our sponsor, Hot Diggity! Toast your houses so warm this winter you'll think you're bread. Though let's hope a little chill won't freeze out any of the candidates, ha ha ha! Or should I say ho ho ho?

[ There's a brief pause before he swivels to a second camera and the camera view zooms in on his face as if he didn't just make the lamest news pun. ]

We are broadcasting live from right here in Genessia City. Many folks are in attendance, including our very own GCPD who are here to monitor and keep the peace. Let's begin the live debate-slash-Q&A you've all been waiting for. Here's how it works: You all come up with questions to ask each of the Guardians, and each Guardian will have the opportunity to answer it to help you decide which of your candidates is the right one for your city. You can submit your questions via text to the CPU and it will beam them to our stage, or if you're here in the audience, head on up to the podium and ask in person! Now to introduce our candidates.

Attleton puts the A+ in Guardianship, but will it be return Guardian Cassian Andor? Or will Chara or Cecil Palmer talk up a storm in the citizen's hearts?

Everglade as always returns with two beautiful ladies, the gorgeous and charitable returning Guardian Grell Sutcliff and a new gem, Emerald Sustrai! Who will shine harder in this debate?!

Fayren keeps its tradition of having the largest number of candidates with four all-stars! Welcome Alexstrasza, Qubine, Winter Schnee, and current acting Guardian Mavis Vermillion! A goddess, a dragon, an ice queen, and a fairy-esque guild-leader. What a variety!

Nova City's coming in hot! Check it out, Mercury Black and Garrus Vakarian trying to stay in office with a dual ticket! Current Deputy Guardian Grievous saying: It's my turn, boys! And a newcomer from a new corner, Gale Reinhard, ready to rock Nova City all night long!

Let's not forget the heart of our cities, the hostess with the mostest, Genessia City! It's the mayor-punching expert, X-Ray and our long-term favorite returning Guardian David Haller!

Let's get started folks! Get out of the showers and into the town hall for this live debate, starting in 30 minutes! You've still got time to pop in, let's go, and don't forget to cast your votes this Tuesday, December 26th at the polls!

{ OOC NOTE: Anyone can reply to this post with a question they want to ask the potential City Guardians. Each City Guardian candidate is tasked with answering any question on this post. No candidate is required to, but lack of participation may affect public opinion of the candidate! Lack of any activity during the election season will disqualify your candidate, however.

On December 26th, the polls will officially go up and each character will be afforded one vote for each city. So if you play 5 characters, you will need to submit 5 IC vote choices; if you only play 1, then only that character will vote. This means you as the player are voting on your character's behalf because it's going to be in the OOC comm just so that we can include instructions. There will be further information at that time as well as a link to a "booklet" with candidate information. For now though, the debate is here! }