[ this is her fifth day in the city, but her first time submitting something of her own to the network. after ruling out labyrinth's involvement in her kidnapping, miki set about securing a place for herself here. she has a roof over her head, a pantry full of food, a few changes of clothes, and got a job at one of the retail stores. it wasn't necessarily ideal, but she was determined to keep her head up high and make the best of a bad situation. ]

This is a bit like Mixi, isn't it? [ ah, those days before everyone began migrating to facebook. she chuckles and smiles warmly at the screen. ] Good morning, Genessia! My name is Miki. I arrived here from my school in Japan four days ago.

Has anyone had any luck connecting their cell phones from home to this network?

[ she thinks that, maybe, if she could get her cell phone linkrun on the network, perhaps it could tell her something about this place that the pamphlet and the people aren't. tarte would be able to tell her if the linkruns were capable of doing something like that, but the team's ferret-like fairy mascot isn't here. she misses his kansai accent already. ]

I feel a little silly, carrying two devices around...

[Private to Zeref]

Master Zeref. You have a moment to spare, don't you?

[Public]

[Silver doesn't bother to introduce himself and he hasn't done so since coming here. As much as he puts on the facade of being nothing more than a regular human, a pretty polite one at that, he could still be kind of a jerk. Of course anyone who actually knew him beforehand already knows what he's capable of. He has his device rested on the table next to him as he sits crossed-legged on a chair with his hands fold in his lap, he looks contempt as ever. When he finally speaks, it's nice and short]

So...How many of my fellow prisoners are willing to kill for vengeance? I'd like to think I'm one of them, so how about you? I'd be interesting in hearing what others have to say.

[That wasn't terribly awkward at all or anything. Nope nope]

[ Good morning citizens of Genessia, Nova City, Fayren, Attleton and Everglade! Today brings you the third issue of the Tradewinds Newsletter. CC is on the route today, so enjoy having broken windows and god help you if you're outside because she may accidentally hit you with the paper. ]

[ Today's Lucky Victims: Raye Hino, Albert Wily, Fluttershy, Weiss Schnee, Kodachi Kuno ]

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Interview with Ms. Filliah

This Week the Tribune reporters were able to catch the author of Hearts on Fire for an audio interview to discuss its popularity:

Q: Who are your target readers for this series?
A: Teenagers and adults both - anyone who's had their hearts set on adventure but weren't able to. Anyone who's loved someone close to them but been too afraid to say.

Q: The male lead seems incredibly similar to my neighbor, Stu. Is Stu your inspiration for Katsuo?
A: Wh... N-No, I'm afraid I don't know that person - there was someone else entirely that is my inspiration for N..Katsu..o.

Q: There are rumors of a big screen adaption of this book under production, can you confirm this?
A: Ahahaha, something like that would be not anytime soon I assure you. The thought is pretty exciting, but right now I can honestly say those rumors are untrue.

Q: You may or may not be aware of the shipping blog 'Katsuo_and_Frey_4eva' that has recently exploded in popularity, over three thousand followers, due to the scene in which the two shake hands. It appears a large number of fans have taken this as a sign of a romantic plot twist. Your thoughts?
A: ......................

[ The interview was sadly interrupted when the author erupted in peals of hysterical laughter. We hope to continue this interview at a later date. ]

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[ Attached with the newsletter is another piece of paper in dark print. ]

An Announcement to all of Genessia, Fayren, Nova City, Everglade and Attleton

Good day,

This is an official survey from Wily Academy. The administration would like to hear from potential students so that we may be able to provide attractive curriculums that will best help achieve these goals in the limited time slots we have.

1) Age: 2) How many hours a day do you currently work?: 3) What career do you wish to pursue?: 4) Briefly describe this career if you feel it is unique to your world. If combat related, please note if you specialize in physical or magical: 5) Please list up to four of your interests: - - - - 6) Date and describe 4 holidays from your World (also note if they are widely regarded as Historical or Commercial): - - - - 7) Would you be comfortable talking about these holidays?: 8) Would you be interested in forming an after school club/sports team?: 9) If so, what kind?: 10) Any additional comments? Please keep to 200 words or less.

Thank you for your time. Once you have completed this survey, please mail it to the Genessia Tribune Office. (OOC: I.E. you can post it to this newsletter so Satsuki-mun will see it- or send it to her inbox. :3)

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Help Wanted!

Sienna Entertainment, in a merger with Squealix Gaming Arts is proud to announce a dynamic new gaming system in the making that will puts you the player into the game. The Veer 500 works surprisingly close to virtual reality, but before the console can be released, we are in need of several volunteers both as playtesters and models for the first game of the year.

Interested parties can reply to this add at the Tribune, attention Milton Nerdlinger.

[ OOC Or reply to this post with interest. ]

[When the feed clicks on, it's someone that has been around very little as of late. He's actually looking a little tanner, and a bit bored.]

Okay, so, I've been out looking for jobs and everything after the pageant and all, but, there's not a whole lot that a guy with my talents is good at.

Is there anyone out there that needs a giant monster slain or something? I mean, I'm really good at that. If you want to find me, I'm heading back to the Guild Hall in Fayren.

...And yes, Mavis - I know you're listening - I remembered to turn off my magic so I won't walk through any buildings this time.

[He may wander into a few shops, stumble around awkwardly and then leave, but he's not going to blow anything up. For now.]

[Hello, Genessia.  What greets your vision is somewhat messy blue spikes that, upon closer examination, appear to be someone's hair.  This is Ryu, and he's trying to do his best to figure out how to work this newfangled machine thing.  He did take some time to read the pamphlet and follow its instructions, and now he's trying to figure out how to get ahold of anyone.  How he ended up here from the Desert of Death is beyond him, but he would like to know if his friends survived the destruction of Myria Station.]

Okay, I think this is working...  Can anyone hear me?  I'm Ryu, I'm looking for my friends.  There's fi--  Four of them.  [He corrects himself, remembering the brief glimpse he had of Garr's demise.]

One of them is a Wyndian lady named Nina.  She has a red dress and wings.  The second is a Grass Runner woman by the name of Momo.  You'll know her by her blue robes and a bazooka she carries around.  Then there's my brother Rei, he has a big tail with stripes on it, and then there's Peco.  He kind of looks like an onion, and he doesn't really talk in any language.  If anyone could tell them I'm here, or tell me where to find them, I'd be very grateful for your help!

[There's a shy smile there as well, for how well traveled he is otherwise, the boy is a bit out of his depth here.]

Or if you can tell me where I am, that would probably be a better place to start.

[ LOCKED from Satsuki, Nonon, Gamagori, and Kazuya ]

[ Okay, Ryuko doesn't look very happy. Actually, she looks pretty irritated. Watch out folks! ]

All right, I usually don't ask other people for advice. [ Ever. ] But I've got a problem, figured maybe somebody could help me out.

See, I've got a relative here. 'Cept she doesn't remember that we're related. Said she wants "proof." How the hell am I supposed to do that?

Yeah, the whole thing's messed up.

[ She sighs. Long and drawn-out. She settles back a bit before continuing. ]

While I've got you all here, somebody clear something else up for me. I heard about some mandatory, evil school being started up by the guys running Nova City. [ She's figured out that the "crazy girl" part of the duo in charge is Satsuki, which is honestly the only reason she's interested. ] Does anybody have any more information about that?

[ She's about to switch it off, but then adds in, completely as an afterthought- ] Oh, and thanks.

WHO: OPEN
WHAT: The archway to the world of Pokemon is open one last time, so trainers can officially wish their partners farewell. Upon doing so, each trainer will be allowed to keep their favorite. And if tender emotions run very high, there might be a nice surprise for everyone.
WHEN: June 17, 2014 - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Attleton - Pokemon Archway

The evening air is still very hot, though the strong winds and slowly setting sun gradually bring the soaring temperatures down to manageable levels. The vast field of grass and wildflowers where the archway once stood is relatively empty, though fragrant.

Then, once the clock hands stand precisely at 7 o'clock p.m., there's a shimmering in the air, and the Archway returns. The air ripples before clearing to reveal the land beyond. Each trainer's group of Pokemon await beyond, standing silently and at attention.

Nurse Joy steps out of the gate and smiles.

"Thank you all for coming to see your friends off! By choosing to be here, you've proved that the bond between you and your Pokemon is strong, and it can never truly be broken as long as you remember the good times you have. Thank you for taking good care of your partners." She bows, hands clasped in front of her.

When she rises, she winks, holding up a finger. "As a reward, you're allowed to keep just one of your team with you. Choose carefully! And don't worry, we'll take good care of the others."

[OOC: Don't forget to add a tag for your character!]

[well. adam has been here long enough that he's done with moping and trying desperately to get back. he doesn't think there really is a way, especially since he's heard some people have been here quite a while. it doesn't really matter though, he's able to visit vale thanks to that gate, anyway.

SO. time to talk about how he'll be self-employed.]

When I first arrived here, I met someone that gave me an idea. They told me they were a mercenary and perhaps I should look into being one as well. My work back home was.... along those lines, anyway.

That being said, if any of you are interested in someone fulfilling tasks that you don't want others to know publicly, I'm a very confidential person. As for my skills, believe me when I say I'm the best at what I do and I always get the job done.

My name? Adam Taurus.

Action


I'm going to kill that woman ...

[ It's not the first time he found himself in a completely foreign environment, and thanks to his shitty luck- it won't be the last time either. Bell had the habit of making a mockery of the vampire, using her ridiculously annoying magic to transfer him from one place to another. He hated it. It was such a waste of time and he didn't know how long he can tolerate her games.

Yup. He needs to kill her. Life would be easier this way. He's sure Fuyumi will understand, right? Right.

For now, Staz would be seen exploring the city, back hunched with a dull stare on his face. He had no idea where he's going, and in some point he knew he had to socialize a little. In other words, he grabbed the closest arm he could reach; oblivious of how inappropriate it is. ]

Excuse me- I'm looking for a way out of this city.

[The video opens with a familiar scene. Ozpin sitting at a desk looking as professional as possible, with the Beacon emblem-emblazoned coffee mug being as prominently displayed as possible.]

Greetings, Genessia. It's been some time since I addressed you like this. I wish it could be under better circumstances, to be honest. I will say that I enjoyed not having to come before you like this in the relative time of peace we've enjoyed in the last month or so. However, there have been developments.

[Ozpin snaps his fingers, pictures of Satsuki and Wily appearing on the feed.]

I'm sure you have all heard that Miss Satsuki Kiryuin has been appointed to the position of Deputy Guardian of Nova City, working under the current Guardian, Dr. Albert Wily. They have issued a proclamation that all youth within Genessia will be required to attend a school built, and run, by them.

I come before you today not as a resident of this fine city, nor as a potential Guardian Candidate. Today, I come before you as an educator. The bond between Teacher and Student is a very fragile and sacred one, I feel. There is a level of trust that needs to be met before any learning can occur. In my home world, I am the Headmaster of Beacon Academy, who trains and educates teens to face the dangers of our world head on and give everyone a fighting chance at survival. The burden of trust between myself and my students is even higher in this situation, as the career paths my students have chosen will undoubtedly put their very lives at risk once they graduate and begin their duties as Huntsmen and Huntresses.

Education is a choice. Pure and simple. Not every person is cut from the same cloth, and thus not everyone is cut out to be a shop keeper, or a hunter, or anything else. That is the beauty of humanity, however. We are given the capacity to choose our own routes through life, and how we walk that path is, again, on our shoulders. Education is not mandatory, and I encourage every youth that would be otherwise subjected to this "mandatory" school to choose for themselves whether they wish to attend or not.

I would also take a moment to speak directly to my students, though the information is something that needs to be made public so that all involved can make an informed choice. Do not forget that it was Wily who set his machines against you, and attacked you without cause. I will be coordinating potential resistances with any Guardians that wish to take action against Wily and his minions crossing into their territory in order to enforce these requirements.

I feel that I have been talking for long enough now, and will leave you to your own decisions, Genessia. I will be more than happy to aid those who wish to resist this, and will likewise stay out of the affairs of those who willingly choose to attend. Do not forget, Genessia, you have a choice.

So, it seems like there's a lot of newcomers to this place, so I figured I'd go ahead and inform all of you, that you're all under my rule. I am you Overlord, the great and terrible Laharl!

Oh, and there's an idiot from my Netherworld that's shown up here. [He holds up a picture of Vyers.]

His legal name is Mid-Boss, regardless of what he says otherwise. Anyone calling him anything else will be subject to punishment!

[Vyers had already taken the time to read over the information pamphlet once he had stumbled out the bay.

He rather doubted its assurance that waking up in this strange and unfamiliar place wasn't some sort of trick, especially as it did not seem he had any way to return to the Netherworld or even to Celestia.

Still, he had to put his concerns aside for the time being. Right now, it was of upmost importance that he gather his bearings as soon as possible. With that thought in mind, he clicked the video feed with a flamboyant laugh.]

Ahahahahaha~ Greetings, citizens of Genessia!

Forgive moi, I do hope you are not stunned into silence by someone of my beauty gracing your screens. I thought it only polite to introduce myself in a manner which truly demonstrated my elegance to you all, after all.

My name is Vyers, although most know me as the Dark Adonis~

[Despite how impressive this demon thinks he looks, everything about this guy just gives the impression of a Midboss.]

[Oops, look who it is. One of the new arrivals to the city and she looks... well....

PANIC! PANICPANICPANICPANIC!]

E-e-e-e-e-e-e-e-EVERYONE! I need help, it's an emergency! A serious, serious emergency!

[And she holds out the apparent source of her IMMEDIATE AWFUL DISTRESS. Just a regular old pokeball.]

Does anybody know how to open one of these? Me and Cyn-Cyn were playing and I tossed it to him and then it SWALLOWED HIM! AND I DON'T KNOW HOW TO GET HIM OUT!


[The most dire of emergencies.]

 [Are you guys enjoying your pokemon? Well, Flonne is definitely enjoying her Squirtle. So much so that the two of them are going around solving people's problems. You have any problem big or small, she'll be there to save the day! So while in the midst of all of this, she's turned on her videocamera and propped it to where you can see her and partially squirtle.]

Hello Genessia! It's me! Your friendly, loving super hero, Sailor Flonne!

Do you have any problems that you need help with? Have no fear! Sailor Flonne to the rescue! How about that cat stuck in a tree? No problem! Sailor Flonne can get them out! Are you having trouble bonding with your pokemon? Don't worry about it! Sailor Flonne and Squirt-san are here for you! 

Just give us a ring and we'll be on our way! I might be off! I am needed!

[And just as quickly as she turned the feed on, she turned it off to go help people. Seems normal enough right? Well... Flonne just so happens to be wearing something like this right now.. (Substitute the wings for her devil wings and the tail for her devil tail and bow.)]

Hey guys! Hope you're all having fun with your Pokemon. My team is extra cute!

[She looks like a proud mother hen, hugging her collection of Pokeballs.]

We kiiiiinda ran into some bad luck today, though, my Pokemon are exhausted. So I thought I'd go shopping and get them all something nice for working so hard!

Anyone else up for a shopping trip? I hear they've got all kinds of neat stuff especially for Pokemon!

[He doesn't look super amused...

AFTER GETTING SMACKED IN THE FACE WITH A NEWSPAPER, WHO WOULD BE.]

...Pigeons...? Why would I need to watch out fo- WOAH!

[The device is dropped as Sora has to duck to avoid a...YOU GUESSED IT...a seemingly angry pigeon!]

Wh-what the heck?!