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[Not really a fan of these bright and shiny things, but if the magic projector is truthful, then it may be of use in the long run.

When his image is broadcasted, he is taking a clear risk revealing his cat-eared head and heterochromia eyes to a bunch of strangers. Though his smile easily hides any reservations.]

Right, so I'll cut to the chase. Name's Ranulf, and if this woman in white is truthful, I should be making myself comfy for a long vacation I didn't know I wanted.

[He briefly glances to the sky, wincing and showing catty fangs a moment as he looks back.]

Given how it feels like someone used a Bolganonne tome in the sky, I shouldn't dally.

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[Lucky for Ranulf, he found his ever-so-wonderful disguise of worn cloak and a hood. And that's how he looks as he wanders around the different cities, almost like a giant walking potato. It's not the most comfortable thing in the world, but at the very least it provides shade from this sun.

The beast Laguz merely carries on, acting like he belongs here while listening on for any information about Telius, the Greil Mercenaries, this weird world and...well, anything. He's even careful to avoid being seen sniffing the air for anyone familiar. Ranulf spots a interesting looking individual, however, and approaches with a friendly smile and a wave.]

Hello there! Excuse me if I'm interrupting, but could you tell me a bit about this town?

[The video feed clicks on to reveal a cloaked and hooded figure speaking, doing their best to keep their face hidden. From the sound of the voice it's probably female, but it's a bit gruff and growling so it's hard to tell.]

It has been some time since I've worn this form, or last been to this place. I made some enemies and some... acquaintances the last time I was here, but I do not wish to jump to any conclusions. I know people come and go rather readily here, but since the introduction with Miss Schnee and the comm device seem to be the same, I would like to ask if Professor Ozpin is still here.

[He at least, seemed like he would make a trustworthy ally.]

I would also ask if the species name Laguz means anything to any of you. In the meantime I might be looking for work as a bodyguard, hunter, or tracker, if anyone needs such things.

Action

( Around Genessia )

( Around Everglade )

( Around Fayren )

Video
[The name associated with this message reads Lancer of Black. It takes a moment for the feed to settle - even as he has taken some time to try to understand the workings of the smartphone, he's still an embodiment of someone from ages past whose understanding of the modern world has been filtered through mages who tend to shy away from an abundance of technology. Eventually, however, there's a clear shot of him in what appears to be one of the rooms of the Amagi Inn in Fayren - he's travelled enough for today, after all.]

An intriguing place I have been brought to, I must say. I won't deny that I would prefer to see to it that the task ahead of me back home were seen through but I am here and I persist in spite of my concerns that my presence may not be sustainable without a particular connection. For now, that will have to suffice.

Though I do have to ask as to the best means of securing a supply of magical energy, now I am without my own. My explorations thus far have led me to determine that Fayren is the best place to start but I am open to the input of others. Particularly as I suspect familiarity is affording bias to my judgement - even the technology in Genessia itself is far beyond anything I have seen so far. Is this the luxury of a country not required to be at constant war, I wonder?

Oh and one other question. These gems upon the pendants - is there any way to erase their prominence? I can't help but take exception to one of them and if possible, I would prefer to sever any perceived association with the city one of them represents.

[He's not naming names, but his prominent gems are blue and green and he's mentioned satisfaction with Fayren so it's probably not hard to guess.]

( Click for cute dog picture!!! )
While it may be hot out [He honestly can't tell, although he isn't wearing his jacket giving anyone a view of the muscles and jeans, while he keeps working on motorcycles, but also his dogs: a Samoyed licking ice as in the picture, and an enormous Tibetan mastiff, but he doesn't seem otherwise affected in the least.] your dogs still need walking every day. They can't cool off as easily as humans, so make sure you bring along a lot of water both for them and yourself. Also safe treats like ice, or popsicles. Pupsicles, even. [Yes, the motorcycle marine just said that with a straight face.] You can make them with low-salt peanutbutter, apples, bananas, strawberries, molasses, or if you're really ambitious, cook bacon, make a soup and slowly freeze it.

Days like this I miss Aokiji.

Keep cool.

God. That's something he'd say. Or that he'd say I shouldn't be allowed to say because I sound stupid saying it. Why is this still rolling? [SHUTS IT OFF ASAP.]