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[conflictresolution]

Has anyone been experiencing occasional instances of apparitions in this fog that has rolled in everywhere? I've found little evidence that this is a common occurrence, but I remain a new addition to this place.

[Silco had seen fog and plenty of smog. He knew the difference between thugs lurking in the obscurity and the phantoms out of the corner of one's eye. Time to see who was useful.]

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OF COURSE thank you for giving me such an interesting thread :heart:

[scythedance]

I do not disagree with that. ... I quite literally, have the ability to turn into a monster, should I be in distress.

Mm... I have not been asked that question before. I suppose all I can do for now is use it for my own protection. I am... Unsure about the citizens of Aldrip, and do not know when their kindness will turn. While I am grateful for their kindness, I do not know when it will end, and when our... Judgers will act.

... My husband once told me that we must do things in life to survive. I suppose his words ring true, even now. But ah, enough about me. You said that you were charged with racketeering. What did your business entail?

Yes, this is so good!

[conflictresolution]

And what kind of monster do you become? There are so many types to choose from.

The populous could be luring us into a false sense of security to be able to take action against us once our collective guard is down. Or perhaps in future, we are to become their slaves or any other manner of exploitation. Our punishment seems rather nebulous.

Survival is required for change. Buying, selling and distributing elicit contraband is the best description. I had several partners (to put the term loosely) who assisted in such activities and helped to fortify profits and loosen border restrictions.

[scythedance]

I believe people have told me that I turn demonic in appearance. I grow wings, and a mask over my face of sorts. I still hold my appearance, somewhat, but I do grow in size as well. Not too large.

I quite agree with you. It is important that we keep our guard up, no matter how kind they may appear. Who knows what they are thinking...

I see. I did that in my youth... During the war. While I do not know the circumstances, I do understand to an extent.

[conflictresolution]

But you are not aware of such changes occurring to you?

Time will give us indications on how they plan on proceeding, but I expect that they do not plan on being gentle for long.

Considering the limitations on trade at present, your skills may be worthwhile cultivating here again.

[scythedance]

In my youth I had trouble controlling such powers, and I would not remember when I would transform. However, now that I am... Much older, I am able to transform at will, so my memory of changing is intact, luckily. But I do hope I do not have to use it here, but considering our circumstances... I will not be surprised if I must.

I will consider my options carefully, as you are not wrong.

[conflictresolution]

Either by circumstance or by design of this place. I wonder how many people will get hurt in the process of its use.

Time seems to be on your side for considerations for now.