[ Action for Fayren ]

It's rare for Lucy to be seen without her friend and partner, Natsu, but she had insisted on being alone today, instead picking out a job for him to take that - with his skills - he might find a challenge in fighting. Maybe. Question mark. Well if nothing else it'd give him something to do while she was gone. All she had to do was stop in at the Inn with some cookies she'd baked for the innkeeper's birthday, and then she was going to head into Genessia City to drop off some books at the local library, and pick up some supplies that Fayren was sadly lacking in. She wasn't expecting to encounter any familiar faces, though if she did she would probably at least be able to manage a polite smile and some light conversation before she moved on. Pushing open the door to the Inn, she poked her head in, "Hello~! Happy Birthday, I brought you a gift!" DELICIOUS COOKIES! FREE delicious cookies!


[ Action in Genessia ]


Shortly after her trip dropping off books in the Genessia library, she decided to pay a few friends a visit - one of her stops being at Maribelle's tea shop, to see if she was about and might like some cookies. She had plenty though, so she might share some cookies with other people she encounters. Who doesn't like fresh baked yummies, right? Though she would be bad if she didn't check in with her partner, and she quickly left a message for him to let him know she'd be on the way home as soon as she finished up this one last favor.

She could have dropped some cookies off for Weiss, but after that..uh..event in Nova City she ..isn't sure she wants to even show her face there again for the next century thanks. ]

[Video]

[David starts the video feed up, and he’s very clearly outside. He looks like he’s at the park.]

I know we have a bunch of new comers to this place, so I’ll introduce myself. I’m David Haller, Guardian of Genessia City. I’ll have been here for..two years come this September. Feels like much longer than that, really.

I have the business Holodeck’d in both Genessia City and Nova City. It’s basically a training simulator and it gives you one of the closest experiences to combat other than the real thing. The door to my office is always open [He looks around briefly.] if I’m in it.

If there is anything I can help with, let me know.


[Action; Genessia City Park]

[Well it seems like all of the cities are in the grip of a heat wave. Two weeks of this, it’d be hell. Could be far worse, though. David was doing his best to help people get a reprieve from the heat. In the park, he’s gathered many of the ice cream, shaved iced, and whatever other frozen treat vendors. He has them all giving out free stuff to everyone.

Well, not really free. David was footing the bill for their services. Didn’t seem like such a bad trade to make people happy. He has small cup of ice cream in his hand himself. Even with the heat, it felt pretty heat to be out. He honestly didn’t feel like he got out as much as he used to. ]

[ action ]

( introspective stuff here. )

Well, she did it before and she can certainly do it again. Time to get to work.

Those around the Bay or in Genessia can find Ambrosia in a black and green overcoat, a white blouse, brown pants and a pair of boots. Her black hair's all frizzy, but what's noticeable in there is a small wooden heart on a string that's woven in to her hair. Her sabres were at her hips and her hat is perhaps the most striking thing on her. She took a map, but for now, she's just exploring and getting her footing. ]

[ voice ]

[ Once she consulted the pamphlet on how to even operate the damn thing, Ambrosia settled for just voice for now. Video function is another thing entirely. ]

Not again with this shit...

--Anyway, ahoy! I've heard the whole spiel from Miss Schnee 'n all, but there's a couple o' questions I've gotta ask.

First: Does th' name Mayfield mean anythin' to anyone here?

Secondly: If Mayfield don't mean nothin' to anyone, did someone named Captain Marvelous come here? Or Ako Shirabe? They were-- [ Family, really. Ako became something like a surrogate daughter to the captain and Marvelous... Well, he's the light of her life. ] They're family to me, hence why I wanna look fer 'em. If not, it's fine. Just thought I'd ask.

...Also, me name is Captain Ambrosia Gray of th' Bloody Mary. Nice to meet'cha or whatever.

Thank ye fer yer time.

Who: Levy & EVERYONE (Feel free to make top posts for the gathering!)
What: Reading & Writing Event
Where: Scribes and Scripts in Fayren
When: July 24th
Warnings: None, Will update if needed.

VIDEO

[Levy smiles shyly a the screen.]

Good Morning Genessia. This is just a reminder that my writers and readers get together is this afternoon.

I hope to see you there.

WRITERS GATHERING | OPEN

[As promised Levy has everything set up for the gathering. There is cheese and crackers as well as some salted meats. There are, of course, napkins and plates and utensils. She’s very serious about not getting anything on the books. There is water provided but she doesn’t want it to spill so she purchased bottles from Genessia and brought them to Fayren. There is a bin for empty ones so she can recycle them later.

She’s at the counter greeting those who step inside and warmly welcoming them to the discussion. She wants people to meet and talk and share their love for reading and writing. She’s also taking submissions and will see about backing any local writers who want to get a start in writing. Their books will be featured at all three of her stores.]

[ooc: This is an open post prompt. Feel free to make a top level and mingle and interact with each other.]

( Levy after the party )

Who: Nagisa and pretty much anyone who wants to come.
What: Swimming Pool Party!
Where: Sametobi Swim Club
When: July 23rd
Warnings: Depends on what happens. Will add warning if things crop up.

[Nagisa had been given the okay to throw the party, which was always a good thing. So Nagisa had managed to send out invites to pretty much most people who are on the device list to say there would be a party on the 23rd. So when the day finally arrived, Nagisa had made sure to have an area where there was food set up and nice cold drinks in a cooler. he had also made sure there was a chest filled with floating loungers, rings and other swimming toys or games one would usually find at a pool party.

When he had finished setting up, he was already in his own swimming trunks, standing by the entrance and pretty much greeting anyone who arrived with a smile.

He just hoped people would have a good time.]

[When Nagisa adjusts the feed, it clearly shows the walls in the background covered in something. It kind of looked like something exploded in the room. Once the feed turns and focused on himself, it was clearly obvious it was the case as he was covered in what appeared to be chocolate. He still appeared cheery never the less.]

Never mind the mess behind me. I just had a little accident while creating some candy, but with all the warm weather we're going to be having, I thought of something.

Why don't we have a pool party!

[He raised a arm in the air, he seemed pretty sure this could be a thing at least.]

It will be fun and more than likely helds at Sametobi Swim Club, rather than my house. I will discus it with Gou-chan a little more, but if it goes through and it's allowed I will let you all know. Just let me know if you are interested.

[There's the tell tale sound of a cigarette lighter and the sharp intake of breath before Ronan begins to speak.]

Anybody else notice how hot it got around here? I took a look around and the paper wasn't lying. It's this hot everywhere. I wonder if it has anything to do with those ruins they found over in Fayren. It's hard to believe this place isn't more connected than it seems, you know? What do you guys think?


Action | Office (Terra's Flower Shop, Attleton)

[Because of the sweltering heat, Ronan has decided to stay inside, in his cramped but slightly homey office in the back of Terra's flower shop, and get some paperwork done. As a somewhat pleasant surprise, business for his PI firm has been pretty steady, whether it was people, locals, or even the municipality hiring them, they were getting cases. Some of them were pretty mundane, but it was work, and it was work helping people, which is just the way Ronan liked it.

He's spent too long, in a life that seemed a lifetime ago, making the lives of people around him Hell. This was how he could atone, and it was good work, even if it was looking for lost kittens.

He'd head out front occasionally to check for customers while Terra was away, and to get some lemonade, because that's what weather this sweltering required: lemonade. Julia used to say it was a mandate. Who was he to argue?]

video | Tomes and Thaumaturgy

[robin had been meaning to discuss her new store with everyone, but.... things had been chaotic since she had opened it. one thing lead to another, and pretty soon it had slipped her mind to even broadcast it. however, now that things were settled, she was prepared to speak about it.]

Hello, everyone. I would like to discuss a store that Levy and I have been working on. The two of us have opened up a store that sells all kinds of different books, but mostly they're the ones from my world of Ylisse. I take tomes from there, magical books used by certain mages and sorcerers alike, and then sell them. If you are able to use tomes, then please take a look at them.

If that is not what you are looking for, then I suggest our selection of other books. There is a wide range, from fiction to 'how to' novels. As a Tactician I have sought after some of the best novels for whatever your needs are.

...Ah, also, while I am not there I have my Digimon, Dracomon, in the store. He mostly helps with putting away books and handles customers. He is an extremely friendly dragon, so do not be alarmed by him. Thank you everyone! If this store works out, then I will definitely be expanding.

action, fayren/genessia

[robin had been attempting to bring over a new supply of tomes and other books.... when things just had to go wrong.]

H-hold...! [she had just tried to bring over a new shipment (one that was particularly generous because she had been able to strike such a good deal with a merchant) and she had loaded up a pegasus she had been borrowing. her plans had been to bring over the books, unload them, and then take the pegasus back. what she hadn't expected was that the animal would suddenly begin to buck and stir once they arrived in fayren.]

Hold still...!

[by the gods... she wasn't a pegasus knight, she had knowledge of how to handle animals like this but she still wasn't accustomed through years of training. eventually the creature had knocked her off, and it then took off and soared away.

....ah.... her shipment....]

....Dastard...! [so, feel free to catch her freshly off of her pegasus, or see her as she runs trying to catch up to it, or perhaps the pegasus has landed somewhere now and she's creeping up on it. she may have also gotten it back at one point, only to buck her off again once arriving in genessia. either way, she's determined to catch it and get her shipment back.]

Action ( Read more... )


Video ( Read more... )

Video



[The video comes on to show an Asian girl of obvious mixed heritage, what with green eyes and blonde hair, who immediately sighs. She then perks up and gives a bright smile with eyes crinkling and head tilting to the side.]

Hello, I'm Maka Albarn. I guess if I was going to end up sucked into another world again at least it isn't inside of a book taking you through the Seven Deadly Sins, right?

[She laughs a bit offhandedly, eyes glancing off for a moment before returning to the camera.]

Well, I'm not sure where exactly to go form here. I mean, I have the map and everything, but... some advice would be greatly appreciated right now as I get my bearings straight.

Action, Open

[Another sigh left Maka as she closed out of the video chat option. She then looked at the information she held in her hand, then out at the city sprawling out before her. It was a bit overwhelming being here on her own. It made her a bit unsure of what to do, though she knew she would be fine. She'd deal with this.

Then her eyes rose up to the sky where the sun was. Her eyes widened, then narrowed as she scowled. Well, that didn't look right at all.]

What a boring Sun...

( Introspection tiiime! )

[Video]

[It takes her a couple of shots to really be able to use the video function. Being from the 90s and handling way more advanced technology will do that to you.]

Hello? Is this thing working? ...huh, looks like it is. [She looks impressed -- this thing is nothing like the journals from Luceti. In fact, those things have nothing on this!] Guess I should introduce myself, then. I'm Utena Tenjou. Nice to meet you all, even if it's like this. Then again, it's not exactly the first time I've had to deal with something like this...

[It looks like she just realized something.]

...err, but it is the first time where not everything's free. Where's a good place for a student to work? I mean, I've actually been gone from my world for several years, but I'm pretty sure I still only count as an eighth grader when all's said and done. I'm not going to be picky with what I can get, though -- anything's better than living on the streets. If it helps any, I'm not afraid to get my hands dirty or anything like that!

Also, if anyone's seen a girl named Anthy Himemiya, could you point her in my direction? She's... a very dear friend of mine, and I'd be really happy to know that she's okay.

Amazing...it's so futuristic!!

[With no introduction or warning, Orihime's wide-eyed expression just appears on the screen. She's a little too close to start, but backs up once she can see what the video feed looks like in the upper corner. Just a bit further...there, now she's aligned just right.]

........

[Ah...maybe she should have thought about what she wanted to say before fiddling with the device.]

A...anyway, nice to meet you! I'm Orihime Inoue, and I just arrived. I'm a little surprised how calm everyone is! Is it really okay not to be worried?

[Because she actually is, despite her curious and awkward smile.]

I guess I'd better keep this brief. I just wondered if there was anyone here that I know. Hup!

[There's a light splash as she pushes herself off of the cocoon bed, the water immediately soaking her shoes.]

I'm going to take a look around, but if you have any advice, or if I look familiar, please let me know. And feel free to say hello if I pass you on the street!

[Orihime bows slightly, and the feed ends.]

WHO: Chrom, OPEN
WHAT: Chrom arrives in Genessia! But there's no trumpet fanfare or anything cool like that, just a confused lord who has no idea how holograms even work.
WHEN: July 11th, 2016
WHERE: Genessia - The Bay

( The hell is THAT? )

[Yukiko was quietly standing outside a sub archway. For those who knew her well enough would know which one she would always stand in front of. Fingers lightly touching her chin, she was pondering something.]

I wonder if a wall could be build around it? Then again, I would need to ask...

[Damn it Adachi, it made it harder to get rid of it now he hadn't been around for a good long while. He tortures her from beyond whatever hell hole he was now in. Prison if she could recall.]

I guess one could see if magic works around it as well. That might help stop people from wanting to use it again. But I would need to ask someone to do that...

[She rocked on her heels, letting the thoughts pass her buy. The device had been turned on due to her holding it, but yet at the same time it might have been on purpose as a few seconds later she looks at the feed, not surprised at all and smiling.]

I know it might have looked like I had accidentally turned this on, but I hadn't. I've been wanting to close off this sub archway, but due to the person who paid for it not handing it over to me I can't close it like normal. So I had been wondering if it would be okay if we try and see if we are able to block it off with magic or something. If that is possible of course.

[A pause.]

Also there is something I've been working on the past few weeks as well. It's a clinic that if anyone needs can come to them instead of them having to come to the hospital or something. I'm still working on the basics such as the main head quarters where healers can get what they need before they head off. but if any healers are interested in being apart of this, please let me know.

[There's a ten foot tall Marine, jacket draped over an arm and looking put out as he stands on the edge of Fayren. He is not mad so much as disappointed. He has only been able to return home a few scant days before being pulled away again and all that he has seen and done and knowing what he has yet to do has made him out of sorts.

So he stands, blinking into the camera of the comm for a several minutes as if not fully aware it's on. But finally he rubs the back of his head and sighs again deeply]

Maa, well... I suppose there isn't a tall district around here.

[holding out hope. Though from all that he has seen this world--as so many other places--have been built for the six or so foot and under crowd.]

...Oh... I'm Kuzan. [since there's no reason to assume anyone knows him] Pleasure to meet you.

Video

[She flicks on the screen looking a little more shy than usual. She isn't going out of her way to see people as much, sticking to home and work but this is her way of trying.]

So I don't know if this is a good idea or not but I'm planning to have a writers event at my bookshop in Fayren. Where amateur writers can bring their work and talk about it and maybe get them turned into books to sell at my shop.

I want everyone to come, writers and non-writers. Anyone who likes books.

It'll be funded by me so there isn't any need to worry and I'll have light snacks for those who stop by.

[As long as they keep away from the books.]

It'll be in about a month or so. I'd like to know who's interested so I can have a rough head count or if you'd prefer the venue to be somewhere else.

Action

[Levy can be found anywhere that isn't out in the open: inside her home, behind her home, behind any of her bookshops and generally anywhere out of the way of foot traffic. There is a wooden sword held lightly in her hand and a sad expression on her face. She doesn't know what do to exactly but she wants to try. She'd been practicing with Blaze but now she'll have to start over.

Unless she takes David's offer.

She feels like she's stuck. She wants to take his offer but being injured feels easier some how. Levy isn't one who often runs away, not when it really counts, but it's hard to pick up the pieces of her confidence. She swings the sword down and takes the stance that Blaze had shown her before signing and dropping her arm.

Levy's always had a constant battle with her confidence. The only thing she feels confident about is books which is why she's thrown most of her effort into her stores.]

Maybe I should just stick to magic.

[She doesn't have to learn to use the sword but that isn't really the problem she's having.]

Who Blake and YOU
What Training and tattoos, multiple scenarios
When Afternoon
Where Genessia
Warning n/a, slight mentions of Battler but nothing graphic or trigger inducing - will update if that changes

( Cause my echo, echo ,Is the only voice coming back,Shadow, shadow Is the only friend that I have )

Some of you may have noticed that I haven't been around much lately. I have good reason, and for the time I was gone I don't think I was capable of fulfilling my duties as City Guardian or as a leader, so I'd like to thank my Deputy Artanis for taking care of things in my absence. I don't intend on talking about what happened with a bunch of strangers. You're not my therapists, and most of you aren't my friends. What most of you are, despite everything that I've been through in this world and my own, are good people who deserve to be safe. I think it's obvious that I'm not capable of doing that through sheer enthusiasm and ability. I'm relatively certain no one elected me because they thought I was going to be able to punch superpowered serial killers through a wall in the first place and make everything perfectly safe like that.

What I ran on the first time was creating teams and using my brain to come up with new ways to protect this city and its people. I think it's about time Nova City saw more of that, so I'm breaking Nova City into protective sectors and hiring more Deputy Guardians out of my own pocket. Being able to guard smaller sectors and call in backup from other parts of the city is going to improve security and I make more than enough disposable income and I can't see a better way to spend it than to make sure that you all know that even if I couldn't protect myself alone, I'll make sure that Nova City will become a place we can all feel a little safer again.

I'll let all of you know who the new deputies will be and how the sectors will be divided up by the end of the month. Anyone interested leave a private message, but I make no guarantees about who will actually get a job and who won't. Any candidates will be informed of the interview procedure just before it. No sooner, no later, and if they would like to withdraw their candidacy at that time they are more than welcome to.

[Action]

[She remembers falling asleep on the couch of the Wright Anything Agency. She and Apollo had been studying notes for a case since that afternoon, it was well into the night and he'd passed out moments before she did.

Where she woke up reminds her more of the Space Center, but she would recognize if she were there. No, this is an entirely different place, and judging by the weight on her chest she'll have a panic attack if she doesn't...no, no, that's a box. Phew!

Box added to court record!

Okay, a pamphlet, a walkie-talkie and a necklace...and according to the pamphlet she has to wear it.]

This could get complicated. I can't exactly stuff Widget into my pocket...

[Video]

[Eventually, she does put the necklace on, trying to keep it from tangling with Widget's cord. Soon she has the video function working, and is making her first attempt to communicate with this place.]

Er, hi! My name's Athena Cykes, and I'm a defense attorney. I'm new here, so...I guess I need to find a place to live, and a job. Where's the law office in Genessia? I don't have my portfolio with me, but I can write one up!