video, action to guardian station

[captain_by_the_book]

[ Cassian Andor appears on the screen, sitting behind his desk in the Attleton Guardian’s office. Unlike most time spent in his office, there is no Swablu sitting on his head. ]

Since my campaign, I have voiced my desire to see Attleton’s neighborhood watch system of providing law enforcement more strictly formalized and regulated. I value the contributions of our concerned citizens, who are vital to upholding law and order in Attleton, and its long-standing traditions. These changes won't turn the Neighborhood Watch into a police force under a different name but strengthen it within the bounds of our town’s laws and customs.

Members of the Watch will carry badges, it will be limited to citizens who have no criminal record or given other concern of being unable to fulfill their duty impartially and conscientiously. The watch will be bound by a new set of regulations which determine both its conduct and the limits of its authority. In return, the Guardian's office will take an active role in training them.

Of direct interest to all citizens of Attleton is that the Guardian’s office will be providing self-defense courses for beginners. Sign-up lists can be found at the Guardian’s office and town hall, and if proprietors are willing, in stores all across town. We are still looking for volunteer teachers and other helpers.


OOC: Volunteers would be mostly teaching our NPC Attletonians, but player characters are welcome to take classes, too. Not really planning a log for this, but could put one up if there's interest.

Comments

[redcinemareel]

Ah, self defense training sounds like a lovely idea.

[Even though she's sure everyone in Everglade has, at least, a few weapons at home, self-defense training would be welcomed.]

Yet it seems like we have similar goals in mind for our cities.

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[captain_by_the_book]

[ Cassian greets her with a friendly-enough nod. ]

I'm not sure if you're intending that as a compliment, but I'll take it as one.

It's a reality that law enforcement can't be everywhere at once, and I've always believed that people should take responsibility for their own lives. Providing self-defense training seems a gentler way to nudge them in the right direction than to just tell them they need to be responsible.

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[redcinemareel]

Please believe that if I were to insult you, I'd make it clear.

[Grell really doesn't mince words much when it comes to cutting people down.]

That really should be what every city should offer. Something like that would be useful for residents who aren't of the supernatural variety.

[She hums thoughtfully, adjusting how she holds the device a bit.]

Perhaps a class could be provided at The Red House, especially for those most vulnerable. It could help decrease reports of assault amongst them.

[captain_by_the_book]

[ Cassian nods. ]

Yes, I can see that the Red House residents would be a good place to start in Everglade. You would also be specifically starting by giving the weakest a chance to defend themselves, not those who are already strong enough.

Although I suppose some basic disarming techniques couldn't hurt for the supernatural citizens either. I'm thinking of ways to teach them to protect themselves without falling back on their dangerous instincts.

[redcinemareel]

Very true. Casualty rates from excessive force would drop as well.

[A sort of lightbulb goes off as she rubs her chin in a way that would question what she's up to.]

I just had an idea. Why don't we join forces, and see if we could find someone to teach residents basic first aid as well?

[captain_by_the_book]

First aid?

[ After a moment of looking stunned, he gives a tentative nod. ]

It hadn't occurred to me we should teach that as well, but yes... It would be another way to make life safer in our cities. And it would be close enough to security that I can justify the Guardian's office organizing it on the Attleton side.

Maybe we could even have people from Attleton teach in Everglade, and from Everglade in Attleton. It can't hurt to build ties between our towns, different as they are.

[redcinemareel]

[Nod nod nod!]

It would save on expenses for both of us! Rather than hiring multiple sets of instructors, we would hire one for self-defense, another for basic first aid, and switch them out. There's already a program here where doctors in training are exchanged to teach their healing skills elsewhere, so perhaps we could make an extension of sorts.

[captain_by_the_book]

That's an interesting exchange, actually, I'll have to speak to our hospital staff when I have the opportunity. They might want to involve themselves. As for the first aid courses, I think I'd appreciate if Everglade could provide most of that staff. The healer working for the Guardian's office might want to involve herself from our side, though, if she does, I think I'll leave her in charge on the Attleton side.

I already have a volunteer for the self-defense training, a Miss Rhee.

[redcinemareel]

I'll see if that can be done. At least self-defense training is getting underway. I've not heard this person, but if you're vetting applicants, then I'll trust your judgement.

[captain_by_the_book]

It's only the second time I have spoken to her, she's a new arrival, but she seems sensible and determined to contribute to the community. I trust her as much as can be expected at this stage.

[ Well, he isn't big on trust anyway, but comparatively speaking. ]

I'll trust your vetting process, too. For the record, while the Attleton students will be humans, I have nothing against non-human teachers. And the people are getting used to the sight.

[ Between the feathered Deputy and the robot Deputy... ]