01. Video.

[painful_finish]

[The video flickers on and it's being held awkwardly close to the user. Viewers will see a very close up view of his eyes, and a bit of his nose, but nothing else.]

I'm not sure what fresh Hell I've landed in, but I was instructed to use this to communicate. To compound matters, I'm not sure with whom I'm supposed to be communicating with, but if anyone is receiving this, a reply would be greatly appreciated.

Comments

[innocent_royal]

[Upon the screen comes a reply, the image of a young girl looking to say 'hello.' She looked ready to try her best at whatever it was she was trying to do.]

"Greetings to you, Sir... I would be glad to help you the best I can until someone more knowledgeable comes along. But first, could you, um... move your device a little further away from your face? Please?"

[painful_finish]

[He adjusts it now such that his face in view]

Hello. Is this more acceptable?

[innocent_royal]

[Anastasia nods and flashes a kind smile.]

"Yes, much better. My name is Anastasia and I will do my best to answer any questions you may have."

[painful_finish]

Thank you. I have read the provided material and yet I still do not know why I am here.

[gammavirginis]

Hello+.

Mo+stly its to+ talk with us 'real' peo+ple.

[painful_finish]

Are you implying that there are artificial life forms here?

[He's holding the camera out a bit now so his face is visible]

[gammavirginis]

I do+n't kno+w. Is so+mething that a spirit makes artificial?

[painful_finish]

I'm not certain I follow that answer. Were things here created by spirits?

I was referring to these [a tug on the necklace], as they indicate we are "real" so then the question begs, what or who is "fake?"

Video

[skilledwithwords]

Hi!

[She smiles at the screen.]

Maybe I can help you? I guess to start: have you read the brochure?

Re: Video

[painful_finish]

[He pulls the screen back so more of his face is visible. No smile from this guy. Just a lineface, thankyouverymuch]

Yes, I have. The more I learn, the more questions that come to mind.

Video

[skilledwithwords]

[His attitude doesn't seem to phase Levy.]

Then lets start with one question and I'll see what I can do to help.

[painful_finish]

[He touches his hand to his chin in thought]

Are we dead?

[youfool]

"Hello! I'm Ted."

Yep, that's all he gets, nameless blue-haired guy. But he did say anything, so Ted would be there in breathless anticipation, waiting for the appreciation to flow.

[painful_finish]

Yes, and...?

[He's not impressed]

[youfool]

"Annnd now would be the part where you tell me your name, bringing parity and equality to this blessed meeting of minds. Unless introductions are less than mutual in your world."

[painful_finish]

You may call me Hubert.

[He tilts his head as he looks into the screen]

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[notatriangle]

[In her haste to reply, Pascal hasn't quite got the camera right. Congrats Hubert, you get an upside-down view of a messy lab and part of Pascal's thumb.]

LITTLE BRO!

[There's some clattering and the camera spins wildly for a second before it refocuses on Pascal's grinning face, which is currently smudged with black grease.]

Holy cow, you got zapped into here too! That's great!

[painful_finish]

[That is one voice that Hubert did not expect to hear but is certainly happy to do so, even if she is calling him that awful nickname]

Pascal?!

[When the camera rights it self and he sees her face, there might be a hint of a smile crossing his stern lips]

I wouldn't say this is 'great' but knowing I am not alone is indeed a fortuitous turn of events.

[notatriangle]

[Oooooh, a smile! It's a relief to see him being friendly-- well, Hubert-friendly, but still. She's heard about people coming from different times though and she's glad he already considers her a friend.]

Yeah, I guess it's not 'great' with the whole 'we're kidnapped and can't get out' thing, but whatever. A couple people have gone back and forth and it sounds like they get plunked back home at the same time they left, so it's not like we'll miss much. It's like having a secret double life or something!

Just, y'know, not one we asked for.

Video

[dives_through_rock]

Well, uh, here's a reply. I received it.

I'm Sein. Good to meet you, welcome to... Uh, this place.

[painful_finish]

Thank you, Sein. It is good to know there are others out there. My initial fear was that I was alone here.

[He's cordial enough, but you won't get a smile. Sorry]

[dives_through_rock]

It sure can seem that way. I really wish I had anyone else from the Saint Church here, but...

video;

[firefandance]

[Yukiko gives a bow on the feed before standing up straight.]

Nice to meet you, I'm Yukiko Amagi and while this whole situation can seem rather weird to say the least I can assure you we are trying to find answers. However, you'll need to find a place to stay as it will still be a while at best.

If you have a friend, you can room with them. If not maybe a hotel or inn will suit you.

[painful_finish]

That is good to know, Miss Amagi. If there is anything I can do to assist you in your research, please let me know.

[firefandance]

While I am curious in finding answers, I'm not really the one doing research. I'm looking, but that doesn't wield any results.