Video - return of the paranoid princess

[zelda_hylia]

[Zelda doesn't have a smile for the network today. She looks stern, with more than a little worry just underneath the surface.]

Hello, Vatheon. I will keep this brief. As I'm sure you have all noticed by now, the coral's condition is continuing to decline. The barrier has begun to show the effects of this. The village up on the island has been fully restored, and I would recommend that you all evacuate as soon as possible. At the very least, please keep your tunics nearby.

In a few days measures will be taken to attempt to strengthen the coral again, but they are experimental. I would greatly prefer it if everyone had moved safely to the island by then. Thank you for your time.

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[relinquishing]

[He was wondering when this post would show up. Unable to find her to speak to her directly, Guy just shoots her a quick message.]

I'll be moving a few important things. Let me know if you want me to take anything from your room while I'm at it.

But... know that I'll stay down here to help when and where I can.

Don't worry. I'll keep that tunic with me.

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[zelda_hylia]

I have already put anything irreplaceable into my sylladex. Thank you, Guy.

/Not here- I guess it could be open for action-

[radiantwingedone]

[ ... Huh.

Well, Duke puts on the blue tunic under his coat, ignoring the probably terrible color combination, and moves to the library for a while.

Zelda probably would notice some heavy shielding going up around there, and a small flurry of magic as Duke sets to waterproofing books. ]

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[not_heavens_adam]

[Not that the coral's power and the barrier isn't concerning but...]

I know you restored the houses so that they're safe to live in but what about the island itself?

I wouldn't exactly call it a pinnacle of safety.

[...he's just going to be negatively biased towards that island forever.]

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[zelda_hylia]

It isn't underwater and food supplies have been secured. I know that you in particular may have some trouble - I made certain to make some of the buildings block out the sunlight entirely. I am sorry I didn't have time to develop a spell that would filter the sunlight from you more effectively. It is as safe as we can make it. The island is not dependent on the coral to function, and that is what is necessary right now.

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[paladaddy]

[Hello, things he is interested in!]

Is there any way I can help? The barriers I know won't be too effective at keeping water out, but if you have a plan then I can go along with that.

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[zelda_hylia]

[Interesting. A priest? She thinks she remembers seeing a post about him having blessed the ocean awhile back...]

First and foremost I am concerned with getting people who do not wish to be endangered out of the city. If you could do your best to encourage those that you know to evacuate, I would appreciate that greatly. Once the population is secure we could certainly use help in trying to fix the coral. Do you have any background in healing, energy transfer, or placing long term enchantments?

[aprettyred]

... If people do not make it to the island, I can find them.

[zelda_hylia]

[Find... what, their bodies? She's not sure what Anna means.]

Find them how?

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[bootsweremadeforcasting]

Is there anything i can do to assist in the efforts to strengthen the Coral?

[Jade's voice and expression are stern. If he can help, he will.]

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[zelda_hylia]

[Before the incident with his glasses she would have said "yes" immediately. Jade is a powerful mage, she can see that easily. Now... she's less sure. Is there something about his energy that's inherently unstable? Is it safe to have him power the coral?]

Is your type of energy compatible with that of the coral?

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[honeyflaaash]

Hah? Then... Do you really think the barrier might break down?

[The idea of a sudden flood is pretty alarming to Honey. Not for herself, but the city itself. Wouldn't the rushing water destroy the place?]

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[zelda_hylia]

I fear that it might. It has been acting up. We need to do our best to prevent any loss of life.

[She knows it's distressing. The island isn't as comfortable, it doesn't have an infinite supply of food even if she has done her best to get a food supply ready. She's not going to not talk about this just because it's an uncomfortable topic, though.]

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[coolerthansora]

Evacuate...?

Um... What about- the people who're trying to fix the coral?

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[zelda_hylia]

Measures are in place to protect them, but it would be extremely difficult to extend them to everyone. That is why I would greatly prefer that people not directly involved evacuate immediately.

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[booyaka_boom]

*Nope, Selphie isn't messing around with this one. She can be direct and to the point when she needs to be*

Okay. What needs done? Where do I help?

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[zelda_hylia]

What are your specialties?

[beautyindeath]

Oh? Is there something we should know?

[zelda_hylia]

Look above you. Can you see the barrier flickering?

[ugly_soldier_dude]

Is that why it's been flickering?

[zelda_hylia]

[Oh, Zack! She hasn't spoken to him since he first arrived. Shame, really. That seems to happen with a lot of people. She should really not get so caught up in her projects...]

I believe there is a correlation, yes. The coral is responsible for a great many things here in Vatheon.

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[goodlifechoices]

I hope you don't mind, but I was eavesdropping on your conversation with Shiro. I'm Marie Mjolnir. I'm a death scythe, and my abilities might help here.

[ Watch, she's totally going to be the last person to know what's going down to fix this. ]

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[zelda_hylia]

If I minded, I would make the conversation private. I believe it is in everyone's best interest to have such discussions openly at the moment. My name is Zelda, Marie. It is good to meet you.

[Marie... yes, there she is on the residency list. Strange. Calling herself something related to death, lives at the villa, and yet Kid hasn't told her...?]

May I ask what sort of abilities a death scythe possesses?

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[jagermeister]

...Listen, woman. The only reason why I'm even bothering with this thing right now is cuz you gave me a hand when I arrived. The only reason.

_{[He pauses, then he's glaring over at something off-screen.]}

...If you need anything moved, tell me now.

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[zelda_hylia]

[She can't quite cover up the smile at this announcement. Who was the one who insisted that they weren't allies? Looks like he realizes they're in this together after all. Zelda tries to not sound amused as she gently corrects him.]

My name is still Zelda, Grimmjow.

[He can curse all he likes, but he best call her by name!]

That's right, you do possess quite a lot of strength, don't you...

[Darkleer does too, but he may be working on another project. In that case!]

Do you think that you would be able to move a large chest freezer? I have someone looking for a portable generator, but that item is not quite so unwieldy.

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[soldierofloveandbeauty]

[For once Minako wasn't Minako, but her alter ego Sailor Venus that will appear on the feed.]

You mean to say that if the corals declines anymore, this place is in serious trouble? I wish to help, if that is possible. Maybe if needs be help people evacuate.

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[zelda_hylia]

[Something about her is... familiar.]

I would appreciate that very much, miss. I am particularly concerned about people who may be comatose at this point. If I sent you a copy of the residency list, would it be too much trouble for you to knock on doors and find out who all is awake?

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[replicatedcourage]

[The moment he'd seen Zelda's post, Sola had gone to change into his blue tunic. He'll have to get the rest of the household to do the same later though, as he wants to respond to Zelda.

His face when it finally appears on the SFC also looks grave but determined.]

What do you think is going to happen? Is the bubble going to break? How can I help?

[Man but he's glad he can speak again, though the loss of Nila was a little sad. She did promise she would see him again though, so there's that, and...

Well. He'd been terrified Sunday night, terrified that what had been granted by Hylia's power would vanish along with the curse. He'd spent the night curled in fear, hiding against Johnny as if he could be a shield against the coral taking it away.

But the morning came. And he's still whole. Two days out and he's still in one piece. He's starting to believe that, yes, maybe this really is permanent.

Still, there were more important - or at least more urgent things to discuss and Sola doesn't mention anything about his soul, other than to hold himself a little taller, to speak a little more decisively.]

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[zelda_hylia]

[She can't remember the details exactly, but Zelda does recall that he has a soul now. That's not something that can be erased, even by the coral. If something does happen here, at least he won't fade into nothingness.]

Could you help people carry their belongings up to the island, Sola? I worry for people who may take too long otherwise.

[Sola is very good at delivering things. She won't hesitate to utilize that.]

[howamanlives]

I can't really help with any of the brainy sutff, but I can do legwork and helping people set up. And if the worst happens I'm on hand for that too, I guess.

[zelda_hylia]

Thank you, Masaru. Please be certain to take up anything you may need.

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[twintailedtamer]

...!!

I knew it. I knew it I knew it I knew it.

Thanks for telling us this, ma'am.

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[zelda_hylia]

Of course. We should all look out for each other here. Please let me know if you have any questions, miss.

[crabbygenius]

I'm willing to help when and where you may need a hand. I also want to know what's being done to try and strengthen the coral.