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[A face appears on the screen and the violet eyes that show there don't look happy at all. A match set to the expression one can find on his face. He studies the screen a moment and anyone who knows him at this point would see he isn't wearing his mask. Then he softens his face some.]

Chloe? Are you there?

[Of course he's worried. His teammate was hurt the last he saw. He sighs softly.]

Everyone else. Let me know where you are.

[He doesn't seem injured but he doesn't look pleased either.]

Damn it... Where am I? [There seems to be an edge to his tone now. Then the screen goes black as he ends the recording.]

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[Well. A pretty face like that certainly couldn't be ignored. Have a smile.]

You're in Vatheon. Think Atlantis and you'll be close enough.

[Aya blinks at the face that appears...and the information.]

Vatheon? How did I get here?

Hmm~ Magic of some sort, I'd say~

No one really knows how any of us got here other than we were brought~

Magic...

[He sighs.] I don't have time for this.

Of course~ Don't you believe in magic~?

[It made him sad that people had stopped believing in magic, but it wasn't surprising.]

You could always blame it on technology, if that suits you better. There's no real proof of any definite cause, after all~

I believe there are powers I cannot comprehend.

[Which is as close to saying he believes in magic as he will get.]

May I ask who you are?

Johnny Rayflo~ Another soul just as trapped here as you are now.

Who are you~?

[That isn't good news. He really doesn't want to be trapped here.]

I'm Aya. Aya Fujimiya.

It's nice to meet you, Aya~

I wish I could direct you to the nearest exit, but I'm afraid that's not possible. My only suggestion is drying off, finding food, and finding a place to stay.

Oh, and you might want to check the device you're holding for the list of residents, see if any friends of yours are on it~

I'm not seeing their names currently.

[He wrings some of the longer strands of red out.]

It looks like I'm here alone.

Ah~ That happens. It's possible that will change, though~

I was alone when I arrived here too..people show up all the time.

You say that like it's a good thing to have them trapped here too.

Ahh~ Well, that depends on who you ask.

For me, being here is a lot better than being there. In my opinion, I like it here and wouldn't mind staying; I know some don't feel the same.

That would explain that part at least.

Heh~ Do you have any questions that don't involve 'how do I leave?' I could help you with those~

How do I go about finding a place to stay? I'll need one if I'm stuck here.

That's easier than you might think~! There are three hotels and plenty of apartments and houses that you can choose from. All of them are move-in ready and free; just choose one and move in~

If you want, you could go to one of the hotels for a little while and get to know the area till you find a place you like~

This place is very accommodating to the people who arrive here~

Free?

Yes. There's no charge for anything here. Well, there's one part of town, but it's more like a novelty market than anything necessary.

I guess getting a job would be unnecessary then unless I want something to do.

It would be. But, something to do is sometimes hard around here; a job would certainly help~

I was a florist back home. [...For starters.]

Aaah~ A florist would be wonderful~! I don't think we have one....well, not that I've noticed. If you wanted to, I'm sure you could start another shop.

I'd have to scout out a location and see what flowers are here. Though, I suppose I could manage it.

As far as I can tell, all of the usual kinds or flowers can be found here~ Just check the shops~

Aah, but I'm sure you can find something~!

Thank you.

Ah, hello? [Vietnam adjusts the feed, also so she can include the view of the town behind her.]

This is Vatheon, it's not any of our homes. You've been brought here. Did you just arrive?

It does seem that way.

[And he's having to adjust a katana, a mask, and the device in his hand.]

[Seeing how he's balancing a few items, she decided head towards where he was, at least where she thought he was from the feed alone.]

We all end up appearing here one way or another. There's a lot in the same situation. However, true citizens do not often respond to our questions about Vatheon, so it is still all a mystery.

Some of the people here are actually true citizens?

[She nodded and waved towards one of the people who walked past her.]

That person is an example of one. They tend to go about their business as if there is nothing strange about this place, which is untrue, it is more than just strange.

[He watches the person then goes back to keeping an eye out for her.]

What else should I know about this place?

Let's see, we'll start off with basics. The housing, which I can show you once I find you, is first come first serve; they're all mostly available for you to claim. As for everything in the shops, that is all free for the taking as well, so you do not have to worry about food and necessities, no money is involved here.

[By then, she spotted him, and quickly made her way over.]

[He sees her and is suddenly grateful the mask is tucked inside his jacket and the sword is cleaned of any traces of blood.]

Things are free here?

Yes, it is very convenient, thankfully, considering what else we have to put up with.

[She bows her head and greets him properly now that they're face to face.] It is nice to finally meet you in person. I am Vietnam, what should I call you?

[He bows his head in return.] I'm Aya. It's nice to meet you too.

[A pause.] I'm sorry for this but did you say your name is Vietnam?

It is nice to meet you, Aya. [She offers a small smile.]

Ah, yes I did. [This is always awkward AHAHA] A few of us here are not...human.

Not human. You really are the country of Vietnam then?

[She nods] The embodiment of Vietnam, yes. It sounds impossible, but it's true. Japan and Canada are also here, male countries however.

Japan? [He's from there so it catches his attention.]

Yes, Japan! He is my older brother. [She then runs his name through her head] You're from Japan?

I am actually. I was born and raised there.

Ah, I see! [She gives a small smile] Japan will be very excited to meet you then, he's very good to his citizens.

I look forward meeting him.

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