[When the feed begins, it shows Tori sitting in her room. ...her room that may be a little bit of a disaster area, what with all the scraps of fabric and other various sewing supplies spread all over the place. It's part of her job, she's allowed to be messy.]

I know that for some of us, this is isn't the first time we've been pulled from our world to another one. I'm one of those people, you know?

[She looks away from the camera at the moment, pulling some of her hair back.]

If any of you want to humor a girl's curiosity for a moment or two, would you mind telling me what those other worlds were like?

[She's not even sure what's sparked her curiosity, to be honest. Maybe it's just the amount of time she's spent here getting to her. She's been here longer than she was in Exsilium, after all.]

( action; locked to sun, jaune )

VOICE
This is Nova City Guardian Weiss Schnee speaking.

As of this moment, Roman Torchwick is considered a wanted fugitive. I'll offer level 5 payment as a bounty, direct from the City Guardian office. I would encourage other City Guardians to list him as a high-profile criminal as well. Torchwick's list of crimes includes murder, theft, kidnapping, torture, evading the law and that's just from his previous experience in Genessia. Back home he's done much, much worse.

If you do not have experience fighting, do not approach him. Keep in mind that to keep him alive, you'll need to break his aura but not go beyond that except to disable him. I don't care what state you bring him in provided that he's alive and secure. No one's getting paid for killing him because killing him still means he's free. Anyone found aiding, abetting, harboring, or hiding information about Roman Torchwick is considered a criminal and will be dealt with appropriately.

ACTION; Open to Remnant House / Anyone who wants to visit?
[ Once Weiss had left the Dream Docks, she went home to change clothes and check everyone's rooms. Chances were, those who didn't know what was going on would've just been going about their lives normally, maybe at work or off doing whatever errands, but she still just wanted to see if anyone was home. She wanted to see anyone. She wasn't even bothering with privacy, instead just peeking her heads into doors as she knocked. ]

Hello?

My extended trip to the Dream Docks is over. Considering it took me two hours to make it home after I ended up in a Nova City parking lot and some back alley in Everglade, I'm guessing something fun happened while I was gone.

I'm still not convinced I'm in the right apartment either considering my new roommate's decision to make his next start up an interior design firm with my entire apartment being his first experiment. Another 20 minutes just to find my blender that I'll never get back in life. [ At least that cayenne-chocolate milkshake with a sliced red pepper along the edge of the glass looks good. Worth it? Maybe. It's definitely making her feel better. ] I don't think anyone ever taught him about personal boundaries.

[ Liv takes a sip of the drink, which is already half gone. A week is a long time not to eat properly. ]

To those who saw me toward the beginning of the month: I decided the look just wasn't me anymore. I'm-

[ Is Liv just staring off into space for a moment? Yes she is. Oops. Liv's breath comes out like she'd been holding it, then she shakes her head. ]

Wow. I haven't had brain freeze since I was 14. [ A little smile pulls to her lips. ]

Anyone want to fill me in on what I missed? Or potentially have plans I can horn in on tonight? My schedule's relatively clear for the next couple days since I wasn't sure how long I'd need to take off from work for this.

There's been a sudden swell in criticism of Weiss Schnee in Nova City. Citizens gossip and chat with each other as more and more people hear stories from friends and friends of friends of unconfirmed rumors and unverifiable accusations about Weiss Schnee's behavior.

• Weiss Schnee embezzles company funds to buy designer dresses.

• Schnee Company uses unsafe construction materials and cuts corners on city maintenance. 

• The Welcoming Hologram stopped working for two whole months and no one could be reached to fix it until someone finally broke it! The hologram was fixed, but the person was seized by the Schnee Company and is being held in a hidden cell deep within the facility. 

• Weiss Schnee is a very unpleasant person, they refused to shake hands with me at XX event and then called me a dirty peasant (this, and rumors in their vein, is actually the most common).

Documents have been floating around too - unsourced papers linking Schnee Dust Company with the barrier break. Printed Research Studies showing shocking pictures of Dust having a gross negative impact on the barrier, photos of the ghosts in labs (attributed to belonging inside of Schnee Dust Company) being experimented on. 

The main distributor of the physical media comes branded with a newspaper outlet called Genessia's Integrity, run by one Nagita Shinjirō. The head of the paper has been fielding limited questions from other members of the press, but when the hubbub was finally getting mainstream attention, he held a press conference. 

Video/Action:

Yes, I am Nagita Shinjirō, founder and head reporter of Genessia's Integrity, a paper that's sole purpose is to find the TUMORS OF CORRUPTION within Genessia and TEAR IT OUT WITH MY TEETH. And journalism. 

I am glad that the real truth of this 'Weiss Schnee' is starting to come out. TOO LONG has this DARK ANGEL IN WHITE been gallivanting about in plain sight, pulling the wool over everyone's eyes, bamboozling everyone with her lacey outfits and disgusting wealth, while she plots Genessia's downfall! 

I'll be taking questions, that is, for as long as THE ESTALISHMENT will let me! I know now that I've come out of hiding, its only a matter of time until Weiss Schnee and her like make an attempt to shut me down, just like the courageous Romana Bove, who as far as we know is still being held illegally inside a Schnee dungeon, for the sole crime of trying to make the Shnee Company do the job that we expected it to!!


[ OOC: Psst, it's Nui. Nui's doing this. Nagita is Nui. Nui is Nagita. Nui is the person playing Nagita. Nagita is a personality invented by and played by Nui. Nui's persona. No one besides maybe KLK's know about it though. Or if you can read minds. Before the conference, Nui has been hopping about Nova City, impersonating people and spreading unfounded rumors about Weiss.

EDIT: I goofed and called it the Schnee Dust company before, so I've updated the post to reflect what the Schnee company actually does in Genessia ]

Nui listens patiently while the hologram finishes speaking. "Weiss Schnee, huh? Must be important..."

She looked down at her pendant, noting the large singular red stone, quickly running through the pamphlet that seemed to indicate Nova City. She figured out which archway was which and headed through, stepping into a world of tall building and machines. 

Nui's smile grew wide as she took in the environment. 

"Oooh, this could be fun~"


[ OOC: Hit up Nui in the bay or in Nova City. PM me if you want to arrange a starter! ]

I listened to the hologram, I read the materials, please. No double answers, I know there's no where, why, or how or everyone would be home already. I just want to know where a good place to stay is and where I can get a cage for this little guy.

[ She holds up a white rat. He's got a bit of red on his head and paws. It looks like berries. ]

I was feeding him in the lab and I guess he came over with me. His name is Echo, and I'm Liv Moore, Assistant M.E. under the Seattle Police Department. [ She offers a smile. It's the kind of smile that says "This is not what I wanted to be doing after work hours." ] I.. also need to know where the ME's office here is. If we need to get a job to afford a place to stay, I'd rather do something I'm familiar with. It's.. soothing, to stick to something familiar when everything's changing.

[ That was an experience she's already gone through. This was significantly less traumatizing, but at least this time she knew how to not end up moping on the couch eating Hellfire Cheesy Puffs for a couple of months. Now she just needed to worry about making sure she didn't end up some place worse than the sofa. ]

[There's a loud burst of childish laughter, as high-pitched and bright as any child.]

Hey! I bet some of you were wondering what happened to that loud-talking man. The one with red hair. Um--Roaming Torchwax or something?

[She giggles some more.] Well. He's probably not feeling too good. I was generous not to kill him but he's probably really ashamed right now. That's what you get when you mess with dollkind.

[Beat.]

So, do I get paid or something now?

[ VIDEO ]

[ It's a little peculiar to Sertoria to have the brochure with her, but certainly it's not unwelcome at all. Although, she's a little curious as to who would have the power to put her on another planet. It's an Earth-like planet, that much she can surmise. However, everything else feels... off, foreign. She knew that there was quite a lot to figure out with her time here.

As the feed starts, there's a youthful woman who looks dressed as if she's from another time period altogether. There's not much on her beyond a simple white tunic, bracelets adorning her wrists and a rather intricate looking necklace. ]

--Ah! I was not aware that this was recording. Hello, if anyone is there. I am Sertoria Cani and if there is anyone on the other end of this device, it is a pleasure to meet you. The items I awoke with are much appreciated and I will make sure to use them wisely.

...Enough about my rambling. Although I believe I am to find my own shelter, food, and supplies, I am not sure if there is anything else I should be doing. If anyone would not mind helping this old soul out, I would be in your debt.

Thank you for your time.

[ She awaits for any answers at all rather patiently and with a bright smile on her features. ]

Hey everyone! This game with the arrows was fun! Shiro liked it a lot!

[Of course, she did. She won the first prize.]

So Shiro wants to know: who else won a prize at the game? [She read the names but she doesn't know who the people are.] And also where the doggie is gone? ...And when the next game is?

...There will be a next game, right? Shiro wants to play again!

...Toto? Thanks for playing with Shiro and thanks for the chocolates! But Shiro wonders... Why did Toto put a flower on Shiro's pillow? [Talking about the rose.]

[...well, this was a nice place to suddenly wake up in. genessia, huh? like he really gave a shit where he was, he just didn't know why he was suddenly expected to be here. trying to cage him again? sure, he'll bite- for now.

so when the feed turns on he's looking rather annoyed at the camera.]

...So, gotta couple questions here.

One, do the people here seriously expect me to even listen to their rules? And two- ....this place connected to Deadman Wonderland at all? Shit's way too similar to just be a coincidence. Kidnapping and tossed in a place like this? Yeah, there ain't no fuckin' way this was done by random selection.

And three, anyone wanna point me to the person in charge? Can't say I'm too happy 'bout this- unless there's gonna suddenly be some rules where I can at least cut someone up once or twice a month, then I'll at least consider staying here.

[ For the first few seconds of the feed, there's just a dog in chill sunglasses with hearts on his face staring at the screen. He licks his nose once, then suddenly a deep voice comes right out of that mouth in perfectly a understandable universal language. ]

Hey. Hey. Ya didn't hear it from me, but I heard there's this guy named Cupid and he went and lost his arrows. Every last one! [ The dog looks left to right. ] All he wanted was to show a bunch of dumb humans that he wasn't some baby like everyone keeps drawing him. Who would base love off a baby, huh? Huh? Really, that sounds like a shotgun wedding waiting to happen. Not very romantic if you've got a baby first. Not that there's anything wrong if you wanna do that. I'm a fan of puppy love. Love in all forms, if anyone tells you different tell 'em to kiss your ass!

[ Back on track-- ]

This dog needs your help. Hundreds of arrows all across the city and if you bring 'em to me, you'll get a real good treat. Seriously, free of charge. Thanks, you're great. Just don't touch the tips. And if ya do, and ya have a problem, don't say I didn't warn ya.

Cupid out!

[ Wait, he was trying to keep that he was Cupid quiet since screwing up wasn't on his agenda for his big introduction. There's a whimper, just like a normal dog, then... ] Ay Chihuahua, I just boned myself with that one. It's me, I'm Cupid, just bring me my arrows and there's some charms in it for the people who bring me the most.

WHO: Anyone willing to behave themselves for a nice Christmas party!
WHAT: Weiss's Housewarming/Christmas Eve Party
WHEN: Christmas Eve
WHERE: Team RWBY's new house
WARNINGS: Mistletoe is hung in one of the corners! Avoid it if you don't wanna get smooched! (But seriously if anyone has anything here that needs a warning please tell me.)



It's Christmas Eve and it's cold outside! Perhaps you should come in, enjoy some refreshments, chat, sing a song at the karaoke station, or open up your Secret Santa gifts? There's plenty of room to wander around and plenty of fun to be had! While furniture doesn't seem to be overly plentiful, there's a coat closet near the entrance and plenty of room for party guests in the family room, kitchen (where the food is!) and breakfast nook, and the outside deck. There are Christmasy pine garlands with signs that say "Guests are asked to remain in the party area! Thank you!" cutting off rooms beyond those and classy decorations adorning the designated party area (plus doilies at the dining table). At the center of the family room is a well-lit Christmas tree.

Quick Links
Kitchen/Nook/Where the Food Is
Family Room
Deck
Secret Santa

Naturally, if you have another location that you would like to direct your thread, you're welcome to make a thread of your own-- but if it's in an area that's off limits, unless your character is accompanied by one of Team RWBY (or are going to the restroom- which hopefully there won't be any threads for that) your character will get told to go back to the party if your character is caught! If they get caught more than once, they may be asked to leave. :( We don't want that!

The party evening will round out with Weiss and Blake singing a duet of "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" for everyone, so please have a Merry Christmas! (And happy all holidays!)

I think--

[Well, hello, Genessia, you done being nutso? If not, too bad, because Maka is here anyway rolling a ring back and forth on what looks to be a desk. Since when does she have a ring? Who knows, she wears gloves mostly so how would anyone know. What's she thinking? About that--]

I'm getting rusty doing all this hanging back stuff, I haven't fought with a weapon or even had a spar in a while. Guess I don't make much time for it with work.

[A pause.]

Bah, I'm just making excuses, I'm starting to sound as lazy as Soul. Anybody know about a place where weapons can be bought or something like that?

[Yep, that's...that's definitely a thing.]

 [Guess who found out all about Halloween and costumes. Surely Halloween exists in her world, but she didn't really deal much with the Earth as much as she did Celestia or the Netherworld. It was possible that she'd just overlooked the existence of such a holiday, but regardless she knows now.]

Hi everyone! I was just wondering... Halloween is a time where you can dress up right? I mean, I'm sure there are other purposes besides that, but that's the fun part.

What kind of costumes are you guys thinking of dressing up in and would anyone be interested in going costume shopping with me?

WHO: Contestants: Ira Gamagori, Dark Adonis Vyers (Midboss), Zeref, Naoto Shirogane, Sun Wukong, Betelgeuse, Captain Hammer, Minako Aino, Karla, Weiss Schnee, Kano Kirishima, Shiro, Yukihime, Orihime Inoue
Judges: Renge Houshakuji, Mavis Vermilion, Suigintou, Lucifer, Gildarts, Battler Ushiromiya
Audience Participation: Yang Xiao Long, Raye Hino, OPEN!
WHAT: Beauty pageant! Winners get charms! Hooray!
WHEN: June 26, 2014 - Evening
WHERE: Genessia City Auditorium
NOTES: There will be two main threads: Men's Competition and Women's Competition. Beneath that there will be three subthreads for each event: Swimsuit Competition, Talent Show, and Evening Wear/Interview. Participants, comment under each of these events with your character's entered name. In the body of the comment, put the MC's introduction and a description of what your character does. Judges, once a character's intro to each event is posted, comment with your character's reaction and score. For the interview, each judge asks one question to which the participant replies. The score is then tallied accordingly.

Swimsuit: 10 points
Talent: 10 points
Interview: 20 points (10 for appearance, 10 for the interview)

Participants also get to cast their votes at the end for Mr. and Miss Congeniality, so there will be one extra comment for that.

( I do my little turn on the catwalk )

[Today the video feed opens up to a view of Nova City from the office of it's Guardian. Who happens to be sitting at his desk with his feet up. After a moment he'll look to the camera and feign surprise before sitting up straight.]

Oh hello there. Citizens of Genessia. In case any of you are new, allow me to introduce myself: I'm the Guardian of the sub-city, Nova City. The one, the only, the brilliant scientist, Dr. Albert W. W-

[However, before Wily can finish, there are two heavy *ka-cha* sounds followed by brilliant lights flashing into the feed.. A clack of high heels follow and Satsuki steps into the feed with her hair blowing in a dramatic fashion.

Perhaps a bit overdramatic, but Satsuki considers it perfect for one as big a deal such as herself. She raises her hilted sword upward, then once she slams it onto ther ground, her narrow gaze intensifies as she bellows: ]

Attention, citizens and denizens alike of Genessia City! Of Attleton! Fayren! and Everglade! Today is a day to rejoice as I, Satsuki Kiryuin, have officially become Deputy Guardian of Nova City as of now! It goes without saying that I support Doctor Albert Wily's aggressive vision of keeping the peace and allowing youth's potential to flourish!

However it has come to my attention that a number of you choose to remain passive, which I feel can only be rectified through education and action! Therefore my first line of duty will be to enforce this education so that you may see and understand the truth your own eyes and minds!

[Wily has climbed up on to his desk and can be seen shaking his fist angirly at Satsuki.]

What are you doing!? I was trying to introduce myself! We rehearsed this!

As of today, I will be in charge of the construction and maintenance of two institutions: The first will be weekly classes that shall assist in getting newcomers up to speed and encourage them to take their new found destiny into their own hands.

The second will be the construction of Wily Academy! This academy will be a mind opening experience for our youth. Being exposed to and sharing differing cultures, ideas, and knowledge will ultimately bring everyone together as one progressive entity! As one we shall create a miracle!

[By this point Wily has given up and slumped back into his chair.]

Kids these days...

For the next several weeks I will be seeking teachers to aid in this cause, and while I am certain I need not say it; student attendance will be mandatory. Those who I must to bring in by force will be punished!

[Satsuki draws in a calm breath, then.]

As construction nears completion, I will be sending out registration forms and will provide details of what resources will be available in this Academy.

I look forward to you all taking part in the elimination of a passive culture and unleashing a strong, bright, and flourishing culture!

[Is she done? It looks like she's done. Wily looks a little bored but he'll sit up straight the moment Satsuki finishes talking.]

Deputy Guardian, Satsuki Kiriyun everyone, giver her a hand.

[He'll clap lightly for a moment.]

Wily Academy is a bold new step that will benefit not only me, but everyone in Genessia. I expect to see a number of slacking dofus' show up ready to learn and become productive members of society once the academy opens up in the near future.

Until then, If you have any questions, feel free to contact me or Satsuki. I'll get to them as I feel I have time.