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Video 01; a horrible, horrible tragedy!

[ Minato has an extremely important announcement to make. He's very upset by this turn of events because that music player - and his headphones, while we're at it - are very precious to him. Therefore, actually talking to many people at once on this device seems absolutely necessary! So he breaks his record of not broadcasting messages publically for this.

... anyone who watched the videos Yu Narukami posted the other day might recognize Minato as one of several who fell victim to teleporter accidents and wound up in the pool, though he's considerably dryer here. ]

My mp3 player got dunked in a pool the other day. I've been letting it dry since. However, it seems to be shorted out altogether.

... does anyone have any recommendations for a good place to get it fixed? Or... is there anyone here good with electronics?

I'd be very grateful for any assistance. [ pause ] For those I haven't met, my name is Minato Arisato.

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[ A short while later, he appends a picture of the mp3 player in question as well additional details as they come up. ]

It's from the early 2000s on Earth.
My sister has a working model, if one needs to be seen.

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[ anonymous voice ]

[ Suddenly, a computerized voice! ]

URGENT CODE 5-93 COMP SYSTEMS SHUTTING DOWN ERROR CODE 5-93 EMERGENCY CRITICAL 5-93 5-93!!!

[ luckily for her, she shuts off her mic just before laughing. ]

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☔ 1st Rainy day | Video

[When the video switches on it's a bit crooked, but it's soon apparent that a child's face is staring into the watch.]

Is it on?

[Someone else off-camera must have given an affirmative answer, because now she smiles.]

Hello!

[Then she pauses. She wants to introduce herself, but that someone has just reminded her not to. When she continues speaking, the smile has faded and her voice sounds... well, like a young child who is a bit scared, but mostly confused, and also trying very hard to sound confident instead of either.]

Can anyone I know hear me?

They said I should ask because lots of people can see this, like on television! [Who 'they' is is also left unclear. But the idea of a video phone is apparently exciting, smartphones aren't exactly the norm in Inaba...] Um... So if you know me, then answer back with a video.

[Because text answers are apparently also bad. This list of rules is even longer than her Dad's.]

And don't worry, I'm okay. [This, she adds because she knows her family well enough to predict their reaction to this weird kind of message. Her Dad is probably going to yell either way, though.] ...Thank you for listening.

...Um, how do I turn it off?

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001 [Audio]

[ Bucking the trend that seems to have gripped the network these days, there's a new audio post for you all to enjoy.

The man behind the post happens to be blind, but he's only keeping things limited to audio until he has a better idea of what this city and it's inhabitants are like.

Still, he sounds friendly enough. Even if he is just a little straight to the point. ]

Greetings all, Snake here. I arrived in Hinoto-Ri earlier today and a few important questions have only just crossed my mind.

[ Pause for thought. ]

Does relying on a Persona too much have any unpleasant side-effects?

Also, I know each apartment building has 10 rooms per floor, but how many floors does each building have? And are the apartment buildings identical to one another?

My apologies for asking so many questions right off the bat, but I assure you they're important.

Let me know. I'm not going anywhere.

[ You can hear the smile in his voice as he cuts the feed. ]

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Hello?

Sorry if I'm bothering anybody. My name is Hasegawa Saori, and I just arrived in Hinoto-Ri.

They told me what happened, and what we're meant to do, but I'm not quite sure what to make of it. I tried contacting my dormmates, and even my family, but they haven't answered. I've even talked to some of the locals, but they just confirmed my worst fears. [There's a long pause before she can even write again. How could this have happened?]

Anyway, I decided I needed to get as many contacts as possible. How many of you are from before the Crisis? Apparently the latest recorded year before it is 2012, and I'm from 2010 for reference.

Again, sorry if I'm bothering anybody. I just needed to talk to someone...about all this. If you read through my post, thank you for listening.

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[Video] Is this a dream?

[Video feed turns on and reveals a genuinely confused guy looking at the screen.]

Uh... Hi everyone. I was supposed to be in a headlock by one of my friends at school and at the brink of death. I know this isn't the afterlife since there's so many times I got real close to crossing that river, so is it some kind of dream land?

Sorry, but will anyone be able to give me answers of where this place is? This watch gave me some info but I'm still having trouble understanding what it's saying.

Oh, I almost forgot. My name's Akihisa Yoshii. Nice to meet everyone.

((ooc: Would a mod be so kind to add his tag into the tag list...? ;w;))

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[text] the best way to arrive is by ambulance

um hello, my name is red
i'm currently staying at the hospital right now i guess?
thank you for taking care of me but

i'm sort of confused
am i hallucinating all this or what
i need to contact my mom

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[Anon] [Video]

[So, you all know those transporters, right? You might have used them to transport from one apartment building to the other... or you might have ended up in the pool.]

[And if you ended up in the pool, you can probably find yourself in the video that was posted anonymously today. Probably no big mystery as to who posted it, seeing as that nice stranger was probably there to help you out of said pool. Obviously he couldn't resist, so it's okay to laugh, right?]

[...the music in the background might be a little too appropriate though.]

[[ooc; Feel free to mix and mingle reactions, or call Yu out on capturing you all in your water logged glory.]]

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{ video } I.

{ A young woman wearing a curiously bright (and orange) outfit is sitting on a bench. She shifts and tucks her hair behind her ears. }

My name is...Dagger. { It isn't safe to reveal her actual identity yet. It may never be. } I'm...new.

I haven't seen anyone I recognize { but that doesn't mean they're not here } and I'm a little confused.

{ She rests her hands on two objects in her lap - a rod and a racket. }

These aren't working the way I remember and I can't...summon. { Her brow furrows. } Are there any other Summoners near by?

{ Giving her head a brief shake, she smiles faintly. }

It's nice to meet you. { At least she hopes it is. } Thank you for listening.

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[text] Welcome to Hinoto-Ri...?

My name is Ideo, I'm one of the first arrivals here. If anyone has any questions that they have not received answers to, feel free to ask here. I will do my best to answer if I am able to, or at least direct you to someone who can.

[Compared to his previous network post, this is much more brief and much less showy- he's probably hard at work trying to see if he can help with the teleportation fiasco.]

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*Watch turns on, and there's our boy -- a slightly lanky, bespectacled guy whose hair is probably the coolest obvious thing about him. He's got a pendant of some sort too; looks like a shield.*

This thing on? Ah, there we go. I figured I should introduce myself right now: My name's Nicholas Reeve, spirit medium and paranormal investigator. Yes, I know how that sounds, but trust me, it's a real thing where I come from. I just figured I'd better introduce myself and get that out in the open so you folks can get to know me better.

*He pauses.*

Or call me a lunatic. Because I get that a lot, trust me. Anyway, yes, I do seances, but it'd be kind of irrelevant for most of you here from what I gather. For now, anyway. A pleasure to meet you all! ...uh, except for the ones I already met, in which case it's more "Hi again."

*Awkward.*

So yeah.

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!network news

Hinoto-Ri City Headline News, October 3rd, 9AC

[OOC - None of the Read More are supposed to be actual links.]

EXCLUSIVE: Teleportation Technology Installed in Libra and Pisces Extraterritorial Guests Apartments
When questioned, the Mayor responded that "This will facilitate Guests to visit each other." The Teleportation device can be found in the 4th level of both apartment buildings. We have learned that this decision has divided the town hall; while most approve, others think this technology would be put to better use for other members of the population, such as farmers for their crops. His critics have also been quick to point out that he may be star-struck by the visitors - after all, it is well known that the mayor used to be Takeru Ryuuji (Red Mask) in the Hikari Ranger Maskman series. However, the Mayor assured us that this teleportation setup is the beginning of a testing phase and that more of them will slowly be installed around the city later on... [...Read more...]

Halloween Masquerade Ball
A tradition for the past three years, the Halloween Masquerade Ball returns to the Scorpio Ward. Preparations are already underway for the big event, and decorations will be put up for the entire month. Prepare your most beautiful outfits, the costume event this year promises to be neck-to-neck in competition. [...Read more...]

Extraterritorial Appreciation Dip in Polls
Survey finds that around 70% of polled callers are in favor of Guests being given a special status. However, the teleportation technology has caused ripples in the middle of the political scene after [...Read more...]

Mysterious Music Heard in Wards
No source or evidence has been found, but the police suspect a pair of pranksters using their Persona. [...Read more...]

The Scoop on The Whole Scoop
With an increase in customers after its introduction of their line of Sherberts, many have come to question 'What exactly IS in this?' We interview the owner about the mysterious White Stuff, and how this amazing substance is making people happy and able to stay up for an entire night...without any ill effects. Is it pixie dust? Is it drugs? Is it crushed caffeine pills? The answer might surprise you. [...Read more...]

Bomb-Detecting Dolphin Award Medal of Honor for its Service against Anoli in Kenta River
The Persona user refused to be named due to public safety but a bomb attempted was thwarted this week against City Hall. [...Read more...]

Groove on Fight: Inception Filming Delayed
Producer wishes to prolong the final casting call of several of the characters. We were told this will not affect the filming schedule, and the December Release. If you are interested in a roll, there will be a testing group in Virgo Saturday in the [...Read more...]

Weekly horoscope
Aries : You might spend considerable time for the purpose of working on a project.
Taurus : Relations with colleagues should be warm, congenial, and supportive.
Gemini :Hold on to your dreams, but keep your feet firmly planted on the ground.
Cancer : You may not be as prepared as you prefer now because other people aren't sharing their expectations with you.
Leo : You feel extra close to your dreams today, but you may be living in a bubble of fantasies no matter how clearly you've been thinking.
Virgo : ut yourself some slack today and give yourself permission to space out, instead of trying to limit your thoughts. Your imagination is your greatest asset now; don't be afraid to use it.
Libra : If you must spend the day with others, you can still withdraw into your imagination while appearing as socially astute as ever.
Scorpio: You may have very particular ideas about activities you want to share with your friends now, but your work might not give you the freedom you need.
Sagittarius : Misunderstandings that come to light in the next few days will make you glad that you strive for simplicity today.
Capricorn: You could be feeling a bit confused if you cannot control your desires now, and they could pull you away from your previous commitments.
Aquarius: You may think you know exactly what you want and how you're going to get it, but this confidence isn't what you're projecting today.
Pisces: Don't try to figure out what's happening now; just enjoy the experience. Untangle the threads in the tapestry of life on another day when things make more sense.

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[text]

Hi. This is Link from Skyloft. I'm writing this because I've noticed people doing this in Capricorn while I'm patrolling at night and I just want it to stop. If you can read this, you don't have a curfew. So you don't have to act suspicious if you see me in the park at night. It's distracting when people act suspicious for no reason. I have to keep an eye out for people who are out when they shouldn't be and that doesn't include you. Thanks for reading this.

[ ooc: gonna hit up tags tomorrow :|b ]

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[There's an image of a finger tapping the screen repeatedly, before pulling away to a highly inquisitive face leaning in]

Ah - this thing on? Amazin' the kind of machinery things this city has... Guess I better introduce myself to you fine ladies and gents that'd be lookin' on in, if this things workin' properly.

Name's Virgil Klima, I'm or perhaps the terms' 'was', a Federal Marshal fer the Dakota Territories of the United States of America.

[The face pulls back further, revealing a jauntily placed stetson and long, pointed ears]

So ya can say I'm pretty experienced in handlin' myself around dangerous situations. While I admit I don't rightly know about all this persona talk, but know that if any of ya'll are in trouble, don't be afraid to come to me fer help.

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[Text] [Anonymous]

*There is a worrying anonymous message on the city board this morning.*

HELP

has any1 lost their powers after comin here? REPLY PLZ!!1

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[Public post, but addressed to one(1) Minato Arisato] | VIDEO (Backdated)

[Miki has only been here for day, and yesterday night's events have left her happier than she could have imagined. But...she suppose she owes someone and apology for her behavior the night before.

Maybe it's the lack of a good night's sleep and she'd not using the camera and post function on the watch clearly, or maybe simply because she's not that great with computers in the first place, but what was supposed to be a private post is unfortunately sent publicly. Regardless, it is a small video of Miki looking like she didn't get that much sleep and she's looking at the watch's camera like it's a small cursed object.]

Hey uh. Arisato. I mean Minato. M-Minato Arisato yeah that sounds better..

Look when you watch this? Just wanted to say I'm sorry 'bout yesterday. I didn't know about the different world things and I just thought you were the Minato from my world.

He was the leader of Strega. That's why I did the...I'm watching you sign. [She says, tihnking 'I still don't trust you that much anyway.']

So uh. I'll stop that. I'm sure you're a nice guy and not an idiot.

[She pouts, trying to think of what else to say and just shrugs.]

Have a good day.

[End video feed.]

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Video | 01

[The video showed a young man sitting outside and, if the background was anything to go on, he was on a roof somewhere. It was familiar for him, he'd grown used to sitting on the roofs to gather his thoughts in the last city he'd been in.

He'd done his exploring, he'd gotten acclimated to how this network device worked, and now it was time to use it.

He didn't expect to find anyone here who knew him, there hadn't been anyone last time, and even if there was someone here he knew, there was no guarantee they'd know him. He knew how this worked.]

Hey, is there any call for defense agents in this town? Um..something like a police officer mixed with a soldier would be my best way of explaining it.

[There was never much call for treasure hunters in the places he went to, and publicly offering reconnaissance defeated the purpose, so he had to fall back on his more recently learned skills.]

I'm looking for a job. Oh...my name. Sorry, I'm Locke Cole. Pleased to meet you all.

[He needed to keep himself busy or he was going to loose it.]

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[Video]

[A serious-looking girl appears on the network. The video clearly shows the inside of a mostly-empty apartment, and the girl herself is wearing the COMP glasses, eyes quickly scanning - presumably, she's reading something on the network as she talks rather than looking at the camera.]

The people who greeted me on arrival suggested I introduce myself over the network once I moved in. My name is Latooni Suvota. I was...brought to this place without my knowledge, but I'm told this is common here due to some kind of unconfirmed dimensional activity. If anyone could summarize what they know about it, and how this city might be connected to other dimensions, I would appreciate it.

Other than that...I'm still getting acquainted with this place, but I hope I'll be able to help with any problems this city has while I'm here.

Oh, one more thing...

[With a quick and seemingly-practiced motion, the camera angles flicks to Latooni's point of view through the glasses, and she turns her head to look out her apartment's balcony door. Only a couple floors down from where she's sitting is the red, white, and blue head of a humanoid machine, which by all appearances has been left standing in a thankfully mostly vacant parking lot.]

Are there any hangar or garage facilties here that could fit a personal trooper about 18 meters tall?

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[Video]

[It's almost guaranteed that Nessiah looks strange by any world's standards - wearing chains and with his eyes completely covered. However, he doesn't seem to have any problems looking straight at the camera.]

Rather than waste a message completely with introductions - my name is Nessiah, I come from Bronquia and my mask is meant to cover my face - I'll pose a question.

What are your goals here?

Current Mood: bitchy

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[Video]

Behind the girl appearing on the screen is the minimalist decor characteristic of the apartment for the newcomers to Hinoto-Ri. The girl herself is shirtless, covered in what look like black tattoos with green glowing borders. Her expression is neutral enough, but one can see in her golden eyes she's far from being happy.

"Okay. Now what?"