Gnomeday, Gnome Redecan 02, ND 2018

( Action for the Ordo apartment )

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[It's only after he' had a good share of time to talk to Zelda and get his bearings that Guy finally picks up his SFC, opting to keep himself anonymous this time around. There was too much that had happened while he was gone. It would just be nice to get a general sense of the city, if anything else.]

Breaking the ice around strangers is pretty hard, isn't it? I know we all have to do it all the time around here, with everyone coming and going. But it doesn't make it any easier.

Some people take to it easier than others, though. And I'm sure some of you have learned ways to interact with a new person just by being in this crazy place.

So tell me, Vatheon. How would you treat a stranger?

[When the SFC turns on, Angelo can be seen dressed in a well tailored suit. This is the first time he's done something important, so he wants to make a good impression. Taking a brief moment to clear his throat, he's smiling at the camera. Or at the very least, he's faking that smile. For whose familiar with the accent as well, it will be one of the British/English variety.]

Good day citizens of Vatheon, I have two announcements. The first is an important announcement on behalf of our Golden Victory Host Club. As many of you are aware, our former president Zelos departed and recently returned to the fair city. However despite this situation and prior to Zelos' return to the city, we still made the decision to go forward and change management. The new heads of the host club are the former vice president Peony and I, the great Angelo, am its new vice president. In regards to the rest of the club, no changes will be made and we are in fact looking for more people to stop by. So if you're interested in either stopping by or becoming a member of the club, do feel free to come by or let us know. Furthermore, with the changing of management, any questions about our club can be directed to myself or Peony either by SFC voicemail or in person.

[He keeps up that smile while making the second announcement, even if deep down, this is hurting way more than it should.]

The second announcement is more of a personal one. For those who knew my adopted daughter Ib, I'm afraid to say she's been taken away from the city back to her home. I personally believe she'll be much safer there than here, so I'm glad she was able to make it home. Though I'm sure she will be deeply missed by those who knew her, so please remember her for the time she was here.

[Gives the SFC a gentle flick, giving the camera a wry smile. Seems like he's managed to get rid of all signs of his wet arrival, minus his damp clothes. He's trying very hard to forget the whole incident for your benefit.]

So what, all I get for gracing you all with my presence is this booklet and this horrendous tunic? No welcome party, no parades, no nothing? Geez. Not to mention there's water in places you don't deserve to even know about.

[He pouts his pretty boy pout, looking very hurt indeed.]

Ah, well, I'll forgive you this time. I'm sure that there should be plenty of hunnies out there to cheer me up, yeah? We can have a party of our own now that the great Zelos is here! 

Oh, and Lloyd and friends? That includes my dear, voluptuous hunny, my darling angel, my cool beauty, and my precious little one-- If you're here, you're invited, too. Don't leave a man hanging, hmm?

[With a wink and a grin, he turns off the feed.]

[Ky believes there's something about being able to see a person's face that's important, which is why he's tried to position the SFC to show his neck area (lacking the usual collar) and up, instead of just sticking to audio for this.]

I'm not filtering this to the Defense Force because I want everyone who can help, regardless of their prior involvement. But Defense Force members, I am particularly relying on you.

If you'll notice the previous post, something big is coming, and it's important that we be ready. I understand that this curse has left people limited in terms of their powers. But it's also given people some of what they didn't have before. Please, let me know what you have now, so we can develop a strategy for how best to work together.

In addition, once you've reported in, some of those of you with offensive powers would be useful on the island. Although some people should focus on staying rested, and figuring out what combination of powers would form the best teams. Please, feel free to talk here if there are people you think you are particularly well-suited to working with given your current skill-sets.

Beyond that, there appear to be some watermelons which when eaten will allegedly allow people to breathe underwater. Once tested, we might well need that ability.

[Even if the idea of that failing mid-battle and people drowning is...a worrying possibility. But he can focus on first finding out if they're real.]

If anyone has found any watermelons, or any large green fruits with a hard outer part and red inside [in case people don't know what watermelons are] please come forward.

If you're worried about this and what is happening, and lack the capacity to help, I can only promise that we plan to try our best and to do everything that we can.

Thank you for your time.

[The change in Gale's clothes for this event is.. odd, to say the least. It looks like he's wearing a lamb hood, curly horns at all. He hasn't even tried to change it, except to add orange paint to it. Next to him, there's a bird peering over his shoulder at the SFC.]

It appears I am to be accompanied by this animal, this week. This curse has objectives accompanying it. I intend to accomplish them. If others do as well, perhaps we can work together.

More importantly, I have an announcement. You may be familiar with a building at the edge of the Forest quadrant, with orange markings on it. That is the Embryon's base. Members of the Embryon, for those who are unaware, are found wearing orange on their clothing or armor. Formerly, we requested that non-tribe members stay away unless accompanied by one of us. That request has been rescinded, with the Tribe's consensus. Rather, we invite you to join us. Simply alert one of us of your presence, once you are here. I am able to answer any questions you have.

Uh...

[Rinoa pans the camera on her. Instead of her usual get up, she's wearing an interesting white cloak with red diamonds on it. In hand she has a staff, and a bag full of potions on hand. If one looks behind her, they might see the new quest board at the plaza.]

Suddenly my magic's been limited to healing spells, and I got all this stuff. Kinda looks like the potions from back home. Anyone know what's going on?

((ooc: with some explanation, Rinoa would be willing to do the quests. also, yes, the robe she's wearing is a traditional white mage robe from the Final Fantasy series.))

[It's not until dinnertime that Zelda notices there's a peculiar, empty feeling to the house. Usually people at least try to be home on time when she's said she'll be making dinner! Huffing a bit, she goes to check up on the wayward diners, but they're nowhere to be found. She's starting to get a bit ticked, so she picks up her SFC to just call them and demand that they come home... but it doesn't connect.

Zelos and Link are gone.

The first emotion that hits her is panic, and she calls up the Head Nurse immediately to beg for their return. Halfway through her plea she comes to a realization, and by the time she hangs up, she's left with nothing but cold fury quickly hardening into a steely determination. She won't let all this be in vain. She just won't.

She has a small smile on her face when she addresses the network. It just wouldn't do to worry everyone, no matter how bad the news is.]

Hello, Vatheon. It is with deep regret that I must inform you that Zelos and the Link of my era have now left the city. If you believe either of them had anything of yours, please contact me. I will be looking through everything in their rooms, so if I find something that looks as if it belongs to someone else, I will be certain to find the proper owner.

Residents of Vatheon, if I could have your attention for a moment please.

While I was up at the island today during the kite flying event, a companion and myself stumbled across a disturbing sight. I'll try to spare gory details and disgusting images, but what I'm about to say is not for the weak of stomach regardless, so I apologize in advance for it.

It appears as if some one has killed and taken apart a deer, and left it strung up in one of the trees.

This event likely happened several days ago from the condition the remains were in.

[Hubert pauses her, and pushes his glasses up.]

Now, even as a member of the Defense Force, this is not something I can really do anything about since the deed is done and the action wasn't taken against a resident, but I do encourage anyone who comes across anything else strange like this to at least report it to some one on the Defense Force. I hope we can prevent any more... startling discoveries such as this one in the future.

Thank you for your time.

//Filter: Defense Force//

I was taking a guess, but I don't suppose we can do anything to people who kill animals on the island, can we? Or at least to people who leave such a mess for innocent passerby to stumble upon.

[Have a wave, Vatheon.]

Hey guys. So, a couple things. One, I just realized it's been a little over a year now since I arrived here. I can't believe it. So much has happened, and I've met so many people. Lost a few, but I've gained a lot, too. And I'm really glad for it.

[A small smile, thinking back on what's passed before she continues.]

Secondly, my birthday is on Sunday, the 3rd. I guess I'll be 19. Weird, huh? I was 17 when I came here. Anyway, I was just thinking of maybe hanging out with some of my friends that day? If anyone's free.

[The SFC feed clicks on to reveal a boy with brown hair dressed in a white and gold tunic with a laurel crown on his head. The strangest thing about him are the wings on his back. He's looking around and quite confused. He obviously doesn't realize the SFC is on. For that matter, he doesn't seem to realize there's a SFC.]

[He mutters to himself]Okay, I know the credits should be rolling now that I defeated Hades, so where am I? Lady Palutena? Viridi? Pitoo? Hades?! Wait, I fried you with a giant laser. I wouldn't want to talk to you anyway.

[He finally sees the SFC on the ground and picks it up.] Um, is this thing on? Okay. Hey there. My name's Pit, servant of the Goddess of Light. Has anyone seen someone named Lady Palutena? She isn't answering my prayers. She has long green hair and matching green eyes. If you see her, tell her Pit's looking for her.