ＡＣＴＩＯＮ, ＯＰＥＮ ＴＯ ＡＮＹＯＮＥ

Zuko hadn't been to work in a while. He took a temporary leave of absence following Weiss's kidnapping and subsequent rescue, determined to keep a watchful eye on her in case Torchwick was foolish enough to go after her again. But time had passed and Torchwick had yet to make a move, and Weiss had recovered enough that he felt comfortable with backing off a little. (Besides, he was sure she knew that he had essentially spent the past month tailing her.) And while the dragon problem in Fayren wasn't as much of a dilemma as it had been, it was still something that required attention.

Which was why the Deputy Guardian could be found in various parts of Fayren throughout the day, from the streets of the city itself to the more mountainous and forested areas where the dragons tended to dwell. It was important to ensure that the native populations remained unharmed and those human-like dragons that had seen to capturing virgins were eradicated.

ＶＯＩＣＥ, ＬＯＣＫＥＤ ＴＯ ＫＡＴＡＲＡ

You said we were supposed to be friends now, that you forgave me for what I did in Ba Sing Se and, you know, everything else? If that's true, then I would like to ask you for a favor.

[ awkward... ]

[ there's a moment where the view is upside down- and it's of nothing but a blue arrow. he pauses, holds it out further so the entire person holding it is in the shot (still upside down) ]

I think I figured everything out. Sort of. I can just talk into this, right? And then everyone else sees or hears it? [ there's a pause where he's not sure what to do after that. is it even working? how would he know? ] It's so weird to talk to people without knowing if you're actually talking to people.

Uh... - I'm Aang! Hi. Weiss said that this was an entirely different world. Thanks for the introduction explain by the way if you can see this! She said different world so I was wondering where everyone else came from to begin with? I only know the one I came from-- Okay, technically two but the Spirit World is interconnected and I can be in both at the same time so I'm not sure if that counts.

Also, how do people go about finding out if anyone they know is here? Or has anyone seen a flying bison around? Do you guys have bear-bears or different kinds of bears? What's a video anyway? Is this a spirit world or a regular world?

[The feed opens a bit wobbly, but in no time it focuses on the scene. Someone seems to be holding who was near ground level. The light is minimal, but one can see a familiar face staring down at a corpse. It's the city guardian of Fayren looking down at a dead man who had his right arm sliced off. In Azula's hand was the severed arm, but it didn't look human. In fact, for anyone familiar with dragons, they'd know it was a dragon claw.

Surrounding Azula was mounds of gold, and red, blue and purple flame. For people who knew Azula, they'd know that some of those flames were not hers - it had a different colour.

After a while, Azula approaches the feed and drops the severed arm in front of it.]

I'm sure a lot of you have read the papers. A bounty has been placed on dragon corpses. The bounty however is not redeemable from either the royal family, or I. I suggest you thread carefully.

There has been an increase in dragon population the past month. Whatever original population existed prior, knows nothing about it, hence they are under the care of His majesty and not to be harmed. In fact, they have diligently offered their assistance.

The new breed seems to be unique. They look like humans for the most part. If angered...[Clearly, she tried to challenge one.] ...they grow to around 60-70 feet in height and are highly capable of burning anything to ash. They seem to be very fond of gold as well. Any lost gold shall not be replaced, so be careful.

If you can deliver their corpses to me, the royal treasury can offer 3-4 thousand red bills, per head.

[For a brief moment, Azula stares at the feed with her face reddening a bit, before she shakes it off.] Also, I need to warn everyone. There's also an ongoing investigation with regards to missing people. Aside from being young, the only similarity between all 80 cases, is the fact that all missing people seemed to lack a certain degree of physical relationship...

[Then, the creature holding the feed squeaks.] They is all virgins!

Yes. They are. So if you're a virgin, well, I highly suggest you seek protection in the Guardian's tower beside the castle.

Once he was free of the metal pod, Koschei immediately walked rapidly to a dry spot on the side of the bay, taking out the videophone.

"Hello. My name is Koschei of the House of Oakden. I must insist on being returned to Gallifrey. I don't know how you managed to take me off world, but my people will not permit this."

Koschei looked at the packet in the hand not holding his videophone.

"Thank you for the money. I'm sure it will come in handy, until I can leave. I'm not getting a job, though. You can't expect me to remain for that long."

[When Ty Lee went to sleep last night, she expected to wake up in the same jail cell she was left in. Waking up in some sort of cocoon in a completely different setting definitely confused her. Once she was awake, she didn't waste any time in trying to figure out what was going on. With the necklace under her shirt, she had the the packet under her arm after reading what she could before trying to use the communicator.]

How do you-- Oh! It's on!

So uhm... This probably sounds like a stupid question at this point, but...  Am I dreaming right now?

I get that we're in some strange new place from what I've found out so far, but it seems unlikely that I would be free to do as I wish considering what happened at home.

[She's not even elaborating on that because that seems like a bad idea right now.]

VOICE; OPEN
I'd like to make a comprehensive list of important holidays from as many worlds as possible. After Halloween, I realized that many of us probably don't have the same holidays but I don't think we should lose our cultural practices. I'd like to learn the ones popular in Genessia and the associated cities as well, but I don't think we should lose ourselves because of it.

I would like to request information on any holidays, particularly upcoming ones, from any and all worlds. At least that way we can have the information in one public area for everyone's access. Feel free to include as much detail as you'd like.

( Closed to Ruby )

[It's high noon, and anyone paying attention to the skies over Fayren might notice something over the skies. It's definitely not a bird. Probably isn't a plane. It likely isn't even Superman. What it is remains a mystery... until a video feed pops on.]

[The feed is shaky, and static-filled, as Laharl is seen atop a great flaming rock, scarf whipping wildly in the wind, a look of near psychotic glee in his eyes.]

YOU ALL THOUGHT I COULDN'T DO IT, HUH? YOU THOUGHT I WAS JUST SOME DELUSIONAL KID, DIDN'T YOU!? WELL GUESS WHO'S LAUGHING NOW!

AAAAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!

[The feed cuts off as the meteor descends over Fayren, looking to be roughly the size of a large house, and despite the feed being ended, his laughter seems to echo as the meteor streaks overhead and toward the mountain range in the distance, where it will land, explode, and Laharl will simply laugh on his way back to the apartment.]

Huh. So the Guardians thing has been decided eh? Well, let me take a minute to remind all you "guardians" that you answer directly to me. Got it!?

[After weeks of torment, Azula has gotten the City Guardian position. No need to waste her time with hunting and barely earning enough to fund herself. Plus, this was a job which she knew she would be good at. Her mentors and father had trained her sufficiently since she could remember. For now, she sat in a chair in the middle of the forest. Behind her were citizens of Fayren and some magical creatures trying to build her new office. She was efficient after all, and did not need to spend too much time squatting within the castle walls.]

Whilst certain preparations are being made, I'd like to take this time to thank those who have shown confidence in my skills. I also would like to extend my appreciation to Satsuki, who showed great support in my campaign. I will keep to my duties as not to fail the royal family of Fayren. [Which is to say, she'll help address the issue with Mewtwo.]

I must, however, inform everyone in advance that I have a conservative approach when it comes to protecting citizens. But rest assured, none will violate any innate rights. [Meaning: she does not like seeing naked guys and will address the issue without resorting to violence mostly.] I will do anything to make sure everyone's safety is guaranteed.

Lastly, I am allowed an infinite number of assistants known as deputy guardians. Presently, I'm looking to hire 3 for the position. Aside from a generous paycheck, this is a position of great responsibility. So I would require anyone interested to display adequate fighting skills and military knowledge. [Meaning, you'll have to fight her to get the position.]

[Private to Rekka Hanabishi]
Hanabishi, I haven't seen you as of late. If you do see this, however, I would advice you take the position as my deputy guardian. I have great confidence in your skills.

[Private to Zuko]
It seems like the spirits are smiling upon us, Zuzu. [No more hunting and no more tea serving for them. To think she was worrying so much about their current situation.]

Quick. I need you to go to the Employment office and register your name as one of my deputies. I've already submitted my approval on the matter.

As I'm sure you all have seen by now, the results of the elections are in. I tried to assimilate into the culture here and to form a symbiotic relationship with this place. However, the people here have made it clear that they do not wish to have a Pokemon in charge of guarding this place, despite the roll of guarding nature that Pokemon take on naturally in our own world.

As such, I have little choice in the matter here. While I search for a way to escape this place, I will require sustenance. I refuse to simply starve myself for the convenience of humans, meaning the only recourse left to me is to take what I need.

If you value your safety, do not attempt to stop me.

who: zuko + open to anyone
where: the tea shop he works at in fayren
when: backdated, a few days post-auction
warnings: none at the moment | tba

Even when Zuko had been serving tea in Ba Sing Se's lowest and poorest ring, he hadn't worked this many hours in a row. Perhaps he would have had the owner of the shop allowed it, but in all likelihood, he would've pulled a mask on over his face and disappeared into the depths of the city in favor of taking what he thought was rightfully his instead of earning a living of his own. He knew better now, and was taking as many shifts as he could, working his second open to close shift this week, determined to earn back the money he'd spent at the auction.

But doing so was easier said than done, especially when some of the patrons insisted on calling him over to their table by way of using a number of royal stylings, many of them oblivious to how inaccurate, ill-fitting, and inappropriate some of them were. (Or maybe the ignorance was feigned and the insult was delivered on purpose. He couldn't tell.)

It was with a great roll of his eyes and a barely stifled groan that he tended to the customer across the room who was waggling his tea cup in the air, beckoning him over with a heavily-accented Your Highness for a fresh cup of tea. Whatever that accent was supposed to be, Zuko assumed the guy intended for him to recognize it, but it was as foreign to his ears as this world was the day he stepped foot in it. And if not for the fact that he really needed the money, he would've set that guy's tablecloth on fire instead of taking his order and retreating to the kitchens to fill it.

He was beginning to regret his outburst at the auction. Living as a secret prince had been so much easier than being a public prince 'degrading' himself to working in a tea shop.

[As the video starts, Mewtwo can be seen back in Fayren, surrounded by as serene a picture he could find. He didn't like politics, but it was an easily manipulable image he could produce. He was seated cross-legged on the ground, looking into the camera as it floated in front of him.]

It has recently come to my attention that the window for voting on the guardianship of Fayren is now open. I would encourage all to vote, and should there be any questions regarding the issues, I would gladly answer them in this venue. Also, I would like to take this opportunity to invite Azula - my opponent - to join me here, so as to remove both of ourselves from the voting process, ensuring neither of us have any hand in manipulating, intimidating, or otherwise coercing the outcome in our favor.

[It was a beautiful Monday morning. The sun was up and shining in all of Genessia City. Like any firebender, Azula woke with the sun. So there she was, 7 am in the morning, walking along the halls of Tupelo Alley. In her hand was a basket full of fruits. The sweetest fruits she got from the market. Obviously, she woke up very early.

Then she stopped a few feet in front of Room 402, she placed the basket of food down beside her boots and knocked a couple of times. The feed seemed to have been triggered by the fruits moving around the basket Azula carried with her.]

Weiss.

[She paused and knocked another time.] It is I, Princess Azula...

[Another pause. The next statement was a little harder for her.]...your future si...your friend. I'm here to have a nice long chat with you, with regards to future plans and courses of action.

[Then, moments later, when the door opens, the feed ends while Azula tries to pick up the basket which she placed beside her boots. People would notice it was nothing more than Azula awkwardly inviting Weiss to a picnic. But for a special someone, he'd know this was worth panicking over. Azula rarely does regular picnic after all.]

[So, while the video opens, Gildarts can be seen wandering through Everglade with a sheepish grin on his face.]

So, funny story. I totally forgot I had this thing. I'm actually heading back to the guild now, but... what's been going on? Been kind of out of touch.

Who: Yuna and all those who want to investigate
Where: Everglade
When: 11th September
Summary: Yuna wants to help the people sleep better, so she is off investigate why the nightmares are becoming more common.

[Yuna sat in her little temporary office, pondering a few things. The numbers were higher than they had been yesterday and that still wasn't normal. She had decided to take it upon herself to find out why. So standing up, she gathered some potions among other things into a bag as she placed it on her back before heading off, hoping that some other people she had spoken to were able to help her figure this thing out.

Once she figured out where to start of course and when they would arrive.]

Who: Minako, Usagi and Open obviously
Where: Nova City
When: 12th September
Summary: Minako and Usagi have set up a business and the best way to open it is a dating auction.

The rules will be as follows:

1) You can only bid fives times on one person.
2) The maximum amount of people you can bid on it two.
3) If there are no bids for a five days, it will be closed and the last bid will be the winner.
4) No bidding on one another aka if two characters are up for auction and they bid for one another. But one person can bid on one, just not both ways.
5) All bids start at 100 Red Bills.

There will be a thread for each person up as well as threads for random things such as food and general hanging around. Okay finished, have at it.

[Since she noticed that there was no one protecting the city, Yuna took it upon herself to take on the job of protecting those that need it, if only for a temporary amount of time she realized a few things. But for now she was currently sitting at a desk, listening to one complaint after another about the fact they are getting nightmares. Yuna, unsure of how to really go about actually explaining that nightmares are normal, even more people had come in complaining of the exact same thing.

Okay, she had to admit the sheer number of people was a little odd, but she had no idea of what was going on. She needed to investigate and to do that she would need more than just herself. Once she had a rather massive pile of complaint forms on her desk, nearly towering above her she grabbed her device and switched in on.]

To those who live in Everglade, I have an important question to ask and one that honestly concerns be by the sheer number of people who have complained. [She points to the stack of papers. See how huge it is.]

Has anyone else been suffering from nightmares? It's more your normal kind, but it seems the numbers have gone up... Numbers that aren't normal and I'm a little concerned as to why. So I've taken it upon me to investigate and to warn others to be careful should they choose to come to Everglade to be careful. I also ask for those who would be willing to help me with an investigation into why so many people have suffering from it.

[She looks to the side a little bit.] It might seem silly but... Seeing the people like this upsets me a little and I want to ease there pain.. Will you help me in that?

Attention anyone who's interested in doing some good and is capable of cooperating with others!

There's a girl named Orihime who has gone missing. I've talked to someone who cares about her a fair amount and we both think there's a reason to believe that the person named Lucifer may be responsible for holding her captive in dire circumstances. It's a complicated situation and while most of the evidence is admittedly circumstantial, this is the same person who terrorized the entire city and resulted in multiple deaths and severe injuries only two months ago. He also heavily implied it in a conversation with a man named Adam.

If you're interested in investigating and rescuing Orihime, meet us at Garden Park Apartments, room 106, this Saturday at 8:30AM. We will be discussing a plan and how to go about finding out what really happened to Orihime. You must be willing to work in a team if you want to help or we're not going to get anywhere. In the mean time, if you have any substantial information you would like to share that will help those of us who are trying to put this effort together, reply to this post with it before it's too late.

locked to ozpin, team wby, and sun;
Just so we're clear, yes that is Adam's apartment. Neither he nor I hit our heads and forgot that we strongly dislike each other. We have agreed to work together to find this girl since I think she's actually important to him despite being a human, and he actually thanked me for it. I'm still wary but I don't think Adam's the danger in this specific situation.