Something has happened to the CPU! Security measures seem to have gone absolutely wonky, making everyone’s conversations:

◘ Private messages may become public messages
◘ Unanonymous when they’re trying to post anonymously
◘ Undeletable
◘ Misfired

Will it cause technological and privacy chaos? Yes, absolutely. Have fun with that.

Keep in mind that there is only one requirement for participation in this event: You must tag at least one person you do not currently have CR with a misfire.

Otherwise, whatever drama or crack you want to cause with this one, go for it. The CPU will feel better on Saturday, so this is a quick two-day event and will be done in this single log post (here!) so it’s easy to post misfires all in one place but as always, you are welcome to make your own posts as well.

To opt out: There was a power surge when this technology fluke happened, so your device is now refusing to turn on. It may need repairs or replacement.

[The message comes onto the network shortly after sunrise. You know who's not panicking on the network and is, in fact, looking like he's having the time of his life? This guy. He's got a demonic appearance again, and decked out in the black-purple leather outfit that he had custom tailored for this very scenario. You know, the one he got three years ago. And he's made sure he's got an appropriate song playing in the background while he's sitting with legs crossed mid-air in the Skyrise office. ... at least he's not playing Monster Mash?]

Y'know, the best way to tell if someone's been here less than a year is to listen to their messages in October.

[He holds his arms open to begin his announcement! Or PSA. Or whatever.]

So unless Genessia's done somethin' new and exciting this time around, you folks with new and exciting features and appendages don't have anythin' to worry about. This is the third year in a row this has happened. Which, if the spirits out there can hear me? I really appreciate you guys givin' me more mileage out of this outfit. I appreciate the new horns compared to the last two years too.

[He folds his arms. He likes gesturing, folks.]

Last year, only Nova City got this "curse," if ya wanna call it that. I took a gander around the other cities earlier- and it don't look like we got the same effect as last year. So you all just gotta sit back, relax and enjoy your time as a monster. If it's anythin' like the last few years, it'll be a week or two. So calm your tits. Or don't. I'm just your local Nova Guardian here to give a PSA.

.... oh, and if you got any new dietary needs, Everglade's probably your best stop. And also "Special" drinks will be discounted at Holy Diver if ya feel so inclined. No, these new forms don't count towards Lydia's costume special, so don't try.

[He ponders a moment as he taps his cheek.]

Also~ My WayPoints project is just about done, thanks to the lovelies at Aster Tech. I've just got a couple finishing touches, and then we can all get around faster- particularly in case of new emergencies. I may be eccentric, but I'm no liar.

[Not always, anyway.]

Happy spooking, dears~

[He blows a kiss to the camera and the video cuts.]

[This is the face of Ruby when she is well and truly panicking. She takes one deep breath to settle her nerves before starting to speak. Yes, she took the breath after starting the recording, she's not thinking too much right now.]

I WOKE UP AND I DON'T HAVE MY SEMBLANCE AND I'M FLUFFY WHY AM I FLUFFY HOW MANY TAILS DO I EVEN HAVE SOMEONE TELL ME THIS IS WEIRD I SHOULDN'T BE FLUFFY

[... This may have been loud enough to wake up Penny. SORRY PENNY!]

WHY DO I HAVE TAILS IN THE FIRST PLACE?!?!? OR...

[Ruby pokes her head a bit. There are fox ears there right now. The video doesn't make her tails much visible, but they're black and red like her hair and there's at least two.]

WHAT'S GOING OOOOOOOONNNNNNNNNNN-

[And the post cuts off]

[Action]

[Ruby's walking around Genessia, still spooked, occasionally experimenting with fire...]

Why do I have that one lady's power... Wait, but did she have fluffy tails?

[Who bothers Ruby in the middle of that weird observation?]

[ Wow it's been a long time. After Fai left and put his cafes and daycare in her hands and her father, sister, and brother disappeared, Weiss has been.. well, buried in trying to figure things out without letting anything crash and burn. It's why she's been so quiet lately and why she really hasn't been doing much of anything else. Honestly? She's been too exhausted to do anything else.

But as she appears on the video, she looks refreshed. The winds have settled and she took a week off to just essentially live at her favorite spa and now she's ready. ]

Hello everyone. As you may know, essentially all of the other Schnees have left this world which puts me in charge of Schnee Company again. I'll also be taking over The Cat's Meow in Fai's stead, because that is far too many puppies, kittens, bunnies, and Pokemon to put out on the streets if someone doesn't. In order to do this without literally running myself dry, my colleague at the Genessia Scientific Research Foundation, Dr. Caine, will be taking over as its new non-profit owner.

That said, I will need to hire others to help with the Cat's Eye because while I'm great at what Schnee Company does and Pokemon, I have no experience running pet cafes. I'm going to attach a job listing to this post, so let me know if you're interested.



[ ooc note: please pretend the "mispelling" underlines aren't there, i forgot to turn them off and didn't realize until after it was already uploaded that they were still there. /o/ ]

I'd like to take a moment to reassure my fans and dis-spell recent rumors: I have not gone to Everglade and become a werewolf. I cannot speak for "Luna," but no such incident occurred on my end. It is all fictitious.

I thank you for your concern. Please be reassured that I am in good health and working on an upcoming single.

Also, Ren appears to have disappeared. [just tacking that on there, with all his TACT.

... not even addressing that horrible musical that he suffered through.]

[action : genessia/everglade archway]

[With all of that said! Ai is now curious about Everglade. He doesn't think it strange to sit on a bench near the archway to Everglade and read a book. Also, watch the people coming to and from Everglade. Even though he's interested in what kinds of people live in Everglade, Ai does believe some rumors. Like the ones about Everglade being dangerous.

So n'aw. He'll literally sit that one out. On this safer bench. People watching.]

[Tulip's in the commons and well the sooner she's out the better. So she's on a mission in spite of still healing.]

Going job and place hunting so sell me on your cities?

But catching a bounty by sheer dumb luck, feels like old times.

So! I had this random question I kinda have been thinking about asking some of us visitors from other realm type people for a little bit, and thought I'd ask. Sorry if this has already come up like a million times, but...

... Well, what are some of the legends on your world like? Like, mythology and heroes and stuff? I wish I could read about some of these things, but I probably can't, so I gotta ask you guys instead!

Also, uh, does anyone know how to, er, un-fry an electrical socket?

 [video - backdated to the Genessia Tribune]

The extensive list of bounties each week has been making an unfortunate impression on my feeling of security. The rate of violent crime in the newspaper has been unsettlingly consistent since I arrived here.

I would like to hire a private bodyguard for the rest of the week. I have the funds necessary. Please apply promptly and I will waste no time with a background check, hiring, and delivery of payment. I would like to have someone working for me by noon tomorrow. This will be a trial, as my job is busy and I require a good fit that will not frighten my fanbase. 

Thank you for your cooperation.

[action / nova city]

[All of this has been sparked by the recent bounty "Hard Drive Harvest," where someone has been stealing hard drives from androids in Nova. Unfortunately, Ai works in Nova. He has no comment on the un/fortunace of himself being an android (though, he doesn't broadcast that fact.) 

Usually, Ai is calm and level-headed when he's traveling between jobs. He likes the alone time and uses the walks or bus rides to listen to his music. But with that bounty out, he's more jumpy than unusual. Rather than ignore people who stare too much or get too close, Ai bluntly addresses them today. Not fearfully, persay, but definitely with some caution.]

What do you want? [You're not going to hurt him, are you?]

This is going to sound a bit bold for what it actually is, but does anyone know if there's a location for pole dancing or silks?

[There's no shame on that pretty face. She knows what she intends.]

 [ Haruhi fiddles with the clear phone in her hand, observing it completely off guard as she does not know it's recording. Her hair is wet due to her slightly slip in The Bay earlier. ]

How do I even work this...? Did I break it? I bet it totally broke...

[ She experimentally presses on the screen before she blinks. ]

Oh! It's recording? 

[ How embarrassing. Haruhi sighs. Well, she minus well introduce herself to the...internet? Could you even call it the internet at this point? Maybe. ]

Hello there! I'm Haruhi Fujioka. I sort of understand what is going on but I also don't. I just arrived in this Genessia City place though I really have no idea where I'm going or what I'm doing.

[ Haruhi turns to camera to show off her current location. ] 

Help? 

[A figure dressed in black will appear suddenly, the air cracking with energy around him. He pushes back his hood, revealing bright blonde curls and a magnetic smile. Yet the expression isn't entirely kind nor is it settling. It's possible that this new arrival is actually furious.]

...against my wishes...? [He is impressed by the gall even as his mind works rapidly to counter it.] Do you know who I am?

[It doesn't really matter. He must press onward. The blue of his eyes sharpens.] Where might I find the Magical community? Don't say there isn't one. Witches and Wizards exist everywhere, but they are too accustomed to hiding.

[ The video starts with Zevran tapping on the camera with a fingertip, as though uncertain it's really doing what it's supposed to be doing. Or perhaps there's a pattern there with some hidden meaning, who can say?

And then there's his face in focus, complete with tattoo down one side and those signature pointy ears of his. His accent is thick and warm. ]

What a marvelous device this is; I can only imagine what sort of naughty things you all must get up to with it, behind closed doors.

[ Leave it to Zevran to encounter smartphone technology and immediately and independently think of dick pics. Or worse. Considering the video function. ]

My name is Zevran Arainai. I am pleased to make all of your acquaintances, one way... or another.

[ Complete with a suggestive waggling of the eyebrows, that last bit. ]

 [Action]

When Li woke up, the first thing she realized was that she was in tight quarters and the second thing was the sound of water. The combination of the two sent her into a brief panic, lashing out with her legs to kick open the pod with a violent burst as she scrambled out of the pod and on to the beach. She barely registered where she was before she was making her way to the cave entrance. Somehow, she'd managed to keep hold of the box and pamphlet she woke up with.

The sandy blonde woman didn't calm down until she had the water far behind her and the sky over head at the cave entrance and only then did she start to really consider where she was...and felt annoyed that someone had dared to relocate her in her sleep! 

She wanted answers and thankfully there was a conveniently placed hologram to help... Anyone strolling by would find a slightly impatient new arrival that didn't seem all that happy with the information being provided. But, at least she was smart enough to put on the necklace?


[Video]

[Sometime after her arrival and finding her lodgings...Li decided to try out her phone. It wasn't the first time she's had one. It's just the first time she hasn't stolen one off some pour soul.]


So, Let me get this straight. Some jackass pulled me from where I was yesterday and put me here with a bunch of other people and now I'm trapped. Fucking hell that sounds like the story of my life right now.

[Yeah, she's not thrilled in the slightest. Can anyone tell?]

So, despite what the white hologram princess said,  I only have one question. Where does someone get a decent barbecue around here? I'm partial to pulled pork personally. It's the closest to what I'd normally eat.

Now that I've primarily gotten shit moved into office... guess I should make a speech or something...

Well, for starters, to everyone that voted for me, thanks. To those that didn't, no hard feelings. I know I didn't give people much to go on besides taking over for Cassian and keeping his stuff going, but since actually throwing my name in the race I've been doing something thinking, and I've come up with a few ideas.

My primary objective is to address the financial situation the guardian's office is in. As you've probably noticed we've had a few fundraisers here and there. That's fine, I'm not trying to deter anyone from doing that, but at the same time I would like to be able to reliably pay my deputies without worrying about next month's income. I've got some ideas that I'll be floating to mayor Cecil and working to just make things more profitable in general.

Second, as the home to the only place in Genessia that has a place where people can fight to the death with no repercussions, I'd like to open that up more publicly and encourage people with issues with one another to settle them there, and not bother anyone else. Exceptions obviously apply.

Those are the two big things. That said, if anyone has suggestions or would like to talk to me, I've got an open door policy so please feel free to contact me.

Also, because of the imminent heat wave, I'd like to put out a call to anyone with wind, water, or ice powers. Anyone interested in helping out, contact me.

( Private to Gale )

( Private to Kay and Cassian )

( Private to Weiss )

( Private to Bakugo )

[Video]

I have recently started working at Get Bent! I sell smoothies and work as a Dietician. I recommend anyone who seeks advice on how to change their diet, just to eat healthier or lose weight, to come for a visit. Or just anyone who wants to enjoy a healthy smoothie.

[They're actually good tasting after a few complaints. Still super healthy.]

The courses at the Yoga Studio are also very good for meditation and taking care of your body.

[Video: Private to Weiss & Sun]

[Now onto more unhealthy things.]

I have made some sample pancakes for you two, should you wish to review their taste and give me some feedback. For your Wedding, I mean. I thought it would be a good idea to start preparing early.


[Action/Wildcard option]

[Ren is most likely found from his work place, manga house or taking a walk in either Nova City or Genessia.]

[It comes as no surprise that this dhampir been avoiding the known world as of late for reasons unknown. However, Augustine returns looking as immaculate as ever in a pristine red baroque themed suit featuring white ruffles and lace. He's dressed to the nines as usual but he certainly isn't going anywhere fancy. If anything, he's lingering close to home for now at the local cafe. That explains why he's nursing a cup of coffee looking quite unimpressed.]

What does a man have to do to get a decent cup of coffee? [The dhampir grumbles as he takes a small sip.] Coffee that isn't burnt, that is.

I cannot say I'm particularly fan of this brew but I suppose it will do.

[An afterthought.]

I hear Fayren has the best coffee, only second to Everglade. However, the coffee in the Everglade isn't coffee.

[More like coagulated human blood but whatever! It tastes good.]

Do I dare ask anything regarding the next elections? I hear a certain "guardian" might be stepping down.

[It's been a few weeks since Ai arrived and applied at Fama to be an idol. During that time, he's hardly been sitting around and just waiting. After receiving his contract, Ai goes straight to work.]

[Video]
Good afternoon, everyone. It's been a while since I arrived. I wanted to be sure to thank everyone who has helped me to settle in. The situation here has made it clear to me that no one likely knows me from home, so I'll introduce myself from the start:

My name is Ai Mikaze. I'm an idol back home--- I sing, dance, model, act, and assist in advertising activities. I look forward to resuming my work here in Genessia. I wanted to do something to thank everyone for making the process of moving in as painless as possible, so I have arranged and recorded some of my music. I hope my songs can help make your days easier, as you've made mine easier.

I intend to perform at an upcoming Music Festival, where I hope to perform my songs in full. If you'd stop by, I would be happy to meet you. I hope to be able to release full versions of these songs very soon. I hope these demos will be entertaining enough in the meanwhile.

Thank you very much. 

[For those interested, he's added two music clips to the video. They're both two minute demos of his songs Innocent Wind and Winter Blossom. For anyone unable to click the links: Innocent Wind is very synchesized and Winter Blossom is a slower piano piece.]

[Action - Various Businesses]
[While it's true that Ai the Idol speaks bluntly and honestly, he did flower up his manners for that video. He even SMILED. But now, he is out doing research. Less smile and more business! Fama Agency will be very helpful, but Ai knows he has to be assertive if he wants anything to happen quickly.

If you own or work at a business, and it has an open sign, Ai is likely to pop in with his resume.]

Excuse me. Is the owner here?