Shortly after Guybrush...

[misery_hates_company]

[VIDEO]

...Blithering idiots aside, this plan they've sent us is ridiculous. Honestly, are we solving our problems by wishing on fairy stories now? Next thing we know we're going to try to spread a rumor that bending over three times and clucking like a chicken will restore the world back to its original state.

Preposterous. I thought maybe the leadership of this city would be brighter than the Anoli. I suppose that was optimistic.

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[misery_hates_company]

SOMEBODY has to be. Otherwise people would be running around being idiots as much as they please.

Tch. And what exactly does he plan to do if the Anoli leader IS dumb enough for this? They haven't exactly laid out a solid battle plan here.

[unohana_hat]

If you say so. (*^-^)/

Either he has a plan that he doesn't want us to know, plans on those with powers to go against them, or he really is an idiot. Tch.

[misery_hates_company]

I know what MY vote would be on this. Either way, it's hard to trust in something like this.

[unohana_hat]

The tournament looks like fun~ As long as I can use my skills and not just this Persona nonsense.

[video]

[greatseal]

The fact that they haven't caught the leader before now proves that he's not foolish. But still, the government isn't letting the rumor run their security. Whether it works or not the protection of the the tournament is up to their forces and us.

[video]

[misery_hates_company]

I'm certainly glad YOU'RE optimistic about this. Do we even know what they intend to do if this rumor actually comes true?

[video]

[operationbox]

It's a risky option, especially since we don't have very many details about the plan itself. He seems to be relying on us as a key element of the plan, so why wouldn't he reveal more about it?

In fact, it reminds of someone I know...

Re: [video]

[misery_hates_company]

Quite mysterious, isn't it? And perturbing. I do hope they think we're not little more than tools, because they'll be SORELY disappointed.

[otakuro]

Right back atcha. I'd tell you to look up the strongest demon lords of my world for reference, but they're kinda all dead.

...

Shouldn't we be more worried about the Anoli, though?

[misery_hates_company]

Yes, yes, but we might as well have some fun before the inevitable disaster, yes?

[video]

[operationbox]

That's just what "he" thought, in a way. I'd like to think this mayor is better than that, but if he doesn't we'll just have to prove him wrong.

[Just like last time...]

[otakuro]

Who knows? Maybe we'll even get through the whole tournament and they'll attack at the awards ceremony. Kidnap the guys who win trophies and force them to work for 'em.

Re: [video]

[misery_hates_company]

Ah yes, there's always a "he" involved somewhere, isn't there? Sounds like you've had your own experiences with such things. Well, no matter. I think I'm more than capable of making my point.

[misery_hates_company]

That would be a rather inane plan. Which is why I wouldn't put it past them.

[otakuro]

Hey, they're low on members, right? You'd think they'd have tried to recruit us before this...

Video

[ineedthemforanalyzing]

If the goal is just to draw someone out, the rumor might not need any supernatural effects. It's still a risky plan, but it should produce results.

Re: Video

[misery_hates_company]

And then what? Expect them to roll over and surrender? That seems optimistic. What do they intend to do if this little plan works?

[misery_hates_company]

Perhaps they already have, and we just don't know it because we're not the ones approached! I certainly HOPE they have better sense than to approach ME with that sort of nonsense, at least.

[otakuro]

I guess that's fair, but, I mean, I'd clearly be the first choice for a recruitment scheme. Who else has as much experience playing video games as I do?

[misery_hates_company]

On the other hand, surely someone who plays as much as you do, assuming such things DO have any reflection on reality, would be the one most suited towards sounding the alarm with an understanding of the potential consequences, yes?

[video]

[greatseal]

I assume that's why they warned us ahead of time. They're taking precautions to have enough people around if something happens.

[misery_hates_company]

I have less faith in the capacity of people who decide to utilize silly shortcuts to achieve their goals that they will be able to handle this in a clean, satisfactory matter. I suppose we'll have to see which of us is right.

*Spoilers: It's her. At least that's what she's clearly thinking.*

[greatseal]

That's just more reason to make sure we're prepared as well.

[otakuro]

That's genre savviness for you.

There was a guy around when we first arrived who wanted to know how to join up. You think he ever got an answer?

[misery_hates_company]

Quite. SOMEBODY is going to have to clean up this mess. While I rather it not be me, I think perhaps it would be more convenient if I deign to assist just this once.