Who knows what evil lurks in the minds of computer techs? The Shadow does. Video; Action

[electricyousei]

[Video] Late Morning

Ruri appears on camera, on the bridge of the Nadesico though something seems just a trifle off about her, maybe its her hair is down instead of in twintails, maybe its the red and green striped sweater instead of her uniform or maybe its the sunglasses. But she seems cheerful enough.

"Everyone. While I'm setting up the com network on the Nadesico, I'm also adding a television channel on unused space that's going to show all of the classic from my world Gekiganger III AND the Magical girl show Magical Princess Natural Lychee which a friend played the part as the main villain and I myself played the roll of the first Lieutenant in season 5. Also since one of my dearest memories is at a movie theater, I've cleared conference room 2 for people to watch. Its warm there, there are no repairs to make, and you'll be safe from the elements."

She taps her cheek a bit with her finger and nods.

"Also with all the damage, since I end up fixing everything in the end if any of you wants anything fixed or a nanoinjection to help with the repairs using the Nadesico's Aestevalus I'd be happy to help with that. Better here than some idiot with the city that has a half a dozen hidden agendas!"

"One other aside. Someone is saying there are clones with golden eyes about. If anyone were to see one of me like that, would you please bring her to the Nadesico, it is easiest to have a confrontation face to face, isn't it, and ultimately that's what the spread sheet suggested. Acceptance."

[The Nadesico] Late Morning

The ramp to the ship is down, and there is a sign showing of a cartoon festival, free onsen, and fresh popcorn. There is even a cheerful banner proclaiming that there is a movie with a map to where its playing. Luckily there is no golden butterfly flitting about outside it either, because its winter and that would be stupid. Right?

[Text] (Shortly after from an unknown source)

Those unforgettable days. For them I live.

[The Amagi Inn]

Ruri is soaking in the onsen through the morning, not paying attention till mid afternoon, where she sits up with a shocked look and quickly gets changed and runs to the front desk.

"I've lost contact with Omoikane, has something happened to the city's com network?"

video; shadow'd

[halberdaxe]

[The video feed turns on to show an abnormally scared purple-haired halberd wielder. He shifts uncomfortably, glancing around his surroundings before speaking up in a quiet voice.]

W...will someone help me...?

[He gives a small squeak at the end and the feed abruptly turns off. Perhaps those who are familiar with how Noda usually acts may quickly pick up something is off with this moron.]

[Video, Action]

[paradiseshrinemaiden]

[Video]

[The girl who turns on the Comp might look vaguely familiar, considering it's the face of a recent arrival, but she looks infinitely less grumpy than the last time she made a video post. She also looks a bit different. Her hair is longer and she's wearing a miko uniform instead of the vaugely miko like red and white outfit she was wearing when she arrived.

Oh and her eyes are yellow.]

Hello, everyone! I hope I'm not bothering you.

[She bows and smiles brightly at the camera.]

I'm really sorry for how rude I was last time I spoke on here. I didn't even properly introduce myself! I'm the Hakurei Miko!

It seems I might be stuck here for a little while, which really is too bad, because Gensoukyo really needs me, but it's alright! Until I can go home and fulfill my duties as Hakurei Miko I will do whatever I can to help around here! You guys do seem like you could use all the help you can get after all.

So if anyone needs help fighting demons I'll do everything in my power to help! It's my duty as Hakurei Miko to protect humans after all!

[She beams warmly at the camera and bows again before switching it off.]

[Action]

[And there's the "Hakurei Miko," fighting demons during the 13th Hour, saving some poor random person from them.]

Are you okay? Don't worry! I'll protect you!

((Basically, I cheated and used PC-98/Classic Reimu for icons, but her hair is still dark brown instead of purple and she's got the yellow eyes like all the other Shadows. XD; ))

[video, action] A Rousing Announcement

[demifemme]

[video]

"Greetings, everyone. You can stop worrying now. I have found the solution to all of our problems. I just need a little more time. All will be well that will end well."

Is that a glowing Amala Drum behind Shura? And what looks like a library?

[action]

She had the drum. She had the power. She only needed two more things: a sacrifice, and the scripture. The university's collection of rare books was the most likely place that she knew of, and as for the sacrifice... well, surely the people would bring their new goddess what she required.

It was to build their own future and allow all the Visitors to go home, after all.

First Vent [Video]

[alwaysfaithful]

[The video feed shows a young man about nineteen in camo pants, military boots, a green t-shirt and a grey sweatjacket over it. To the most casual observer he would appear nervous maybe apprehensive, but he did appear that he was patient above all else.]

Excuse me. My name is Chris Ramirez. I've heard that you can contact others on this device and I would like to ask a few questions if no one minds. First off I would like to know if the names Maya Young, Kit Taylor or Len come to mind to anyone who is here? The second is who is in charge of this city? And does...

[While Chris was quiet before, he was barely above a whisper when he spoke his next words.]

Does anyone know what a Kamen Rider is by any chance?

Eleventh Curse (?)

[bondsofsuffering]

[Audio]

You know, I've been thinking...

[Well. This is out of the blue. He continues to speak, his voice especially light and easy today.]

Hinoto-Ri isn't such a bad place, when you get right down to it. It gives a lot of opportunities you might not have had before - if you were sick, you're healthy. If you were dead, you're alive. You can do pretty much whatever you want! Philemon himself said we won't remember anything that happens here once we return to our worlds. We're technically here to save the people of Hinoto-Ri, but even if you don't do anything, there aren't any real repercussions. You'll still have a roof over your head whether you help or not.

That's a lot more than most people get.

I like it here! Sure, things could always go wrong - but that's fine. I've finally got a shot at living, not having to worry about getting sick or killed... It's about time I embraced that!

[There's a pause, but it's not hard to get the sense that he's got a satisfied grin on the other side of the feed despite the heaviness of those words.]

Ah-- Also, before I forget. Apparently there's another me going around. If you spot him, try and message me, will ya? He's probably harmless, but I think we should probably have a talk.