video.

[swimdere]

Is this on?

[The SFC's screen shows a gallant-looking woman, studying the camera rather sternly. Once she realizes that it's working properly, she moves the camera a bit farther away and begins to speak:]

I... must apologize for my actions the other day. I just found myself here so suddenly, so I assumed... [that she was kidnapped. So she ended up attacking some people based on those assumptions. She glances away from the camera, blushing furiously out of embarrassment.] I'm... really sorry. I promise to atone for what I've done to the best of my abilities.

[Okay, apology over. She clears her throat and puts her gaze back on the camera.]

Now that I have settled that, I suppose it's time that I introduce myself. I am Chloe Valens, a knight from the Holy Empire of Gadoria. [Not that it matters.] I make it my duty to help anyone in need, so if you require assistance, please do not hesitate to ask.

Though, if it is not any trouble... I must ask if anyone knows of any good relaxation techniques. I'm rather uncomfortable with an ocean being above my head, so I'd like to know if there is an effective way to calm one's nerves.

[She's quick to sternly add:]

A-And I'm sure many other people have this sort of problem, not just me! I figured it would be good to ask publicly because it should be beneficial information to everyone!

Comments

[voice]

[grandhealer]

A fine idea. I usually have someone come up to supply me the things they need, though it seems that he's been becoming later and later at the job.

[ it almost seems as if he's making some kind of ploy for Raine to try and get things for herself. ugh. ]

I cannot build but I'm been looking into the history of Vatheon as my contribution. However, I regret to inform that I haven't learn much about the village that used to be on this island.

[voice]

[swimdere]

I see. That's a shame, but I'm sure you'll find out something eventually. Whatever happened on that island may be why the native have decided to do something so impractical like building an underwater city.

[One can only hope.]

As for me, the only skills I have are with the sword... and a bit of baking. And... I'd like to avoid going back underwater, but I will be willing to take it upon myself to help you obtain such supplies whenever you need me to do so.

[voice]

[grandhealer]

Yes. I'm determined to find out what had occurred on this island as well as the foundation of this underwater city. While the concept is fascinating I can't see anything practical about it.

[ Yes. Quite indeed. ]

Do not worry. Not much happens on the island other than the occasional event. Though perhaps we can put your skills in baking in good use. A companion of mine had offered to come up with supplied every few weeks so perhaps we can ask him for some ingredients to cook with.

[ Though that is honestly a bad idea since Raine can't cook at all. ]

[voice]

[swimdere]

[One day Chloe will realized this hideous truth and ward Raine away from any cooking implements.]

I see. It is good that this place is mostly at peace, but... What do you mean by "events"?

[voice]

[grandhealer]

[ y u p. You better watch out Chloe! ]

There are times when the coral acts up and causes events known as 'curses' to happen. They can range from strange flowers to people turning into other species.

[ The latter is one she particularly doesn't want to remember. ]

[voice]

[swimdere]

Curses...

[That is terrible... She hopes to never be inflicted by one for the duration of her stay/]

If the coral truly is sentient, then it has a sick sense of humor.

[voice]

[grandhealer]

The Coral is a rather odd specimen. If there was a way I would have taken a sample of it to study. However, someone had already tried to do so with no luck.