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endcaller[In early July, before the glitches become more frequent and noticeable, a newcomer greets the network. He's hiding his ID, despite appearing in the center frame on camera. Light pouring in from the window casts his face in the shadow of his deep hood.
If it feels a bit like he's staged this shot, it's because he has.
The hooded man waves.]
Greetings, my fellow Chosen.
Pray allow me to properly introduce myself. I am Fandaniel.
[He twirls a hand before himself and bends forward in an elegant bow.]
That is, I am the man sitting the Seat of Fandaniel on the Convocation of Fourteen.
[Slowly, he rises again, lips pressed into a grin. He speaks of his title with pride, mustering all of his thespian experience to make the pride seem genuine.
It isn't. He doesn't feel any real attachment to his Seat. Now, as always, it's a means to an end.]
I do not expect those words to mean aught to any of you. Know only this: My title is that of the Assayer of Extant Phenomena and Overseer of Life. I am the Observer, a task I take to quite well, I must say! Why, I studied life before I ever inherited my position.
[The smirk fades slightly as he taps his chin and starts pacing.]
Consider me the one who watches. Now and always. Do not be alarmed, 'tis all in the pursuit of knowledge. To that end, you will find a survey attached to this message. Please do fill it out at your earliest convenience and be honest in your answers. Remember, this is for science. If you decide to toy with me in your responses that would break my poor heart. And why would you ever wish to do something so cruel?
[The pacing stops and his smile returns.]
I shall be eagerly awaiting your replies. Ta!
[He claps his hands and the feed ends. Attached to the video is a small file...]
If it feels a bit like he's staged this shot, it's because he has.
The hooded man waves.]
Greetings, my fellow Chosen.
Pray allow me to properly introduce myself. I am Fandaniel.
[He twirls a hand before himself and bends forward in an elegant bow.]
That is, I am the man sitting the Seat of Fandaniel on the Convocation of Fourteen.
[Slowly, he rises again, lips pressed into a grin. He speaks of his title with pride, mustering all of his thespian experience to make the pride seem genuine.
It isn't. He doesn't feel any real attachment to his Seat. Now, as always, it's a means to an end.]
I do not expect those words to mean aught to any of you. Know only this: My title is that of the Assayer of Extant Phenomena and Overseer of Life. I am the Observer, a task I take to quite well, I must say! Why, I studied life before I ever inherited my position.
[The smirk fades slightly as he taps his chin and starts pacing.]
Consider me the one who watches. Now and always. Do not be alarmed, 'tis all in the pursuit of knowledge. To that end, you will find a survey attached to this message. Please do fill it out at your earliest convenience and be honest in your answers. Remember, this is for science. If you decide to toy with me in your responses that would break my poor heart. And why would you ever wish to do something so cruel?
[The pacing stops and his smile returns.]
I shall be eagerly awaiting your replies. Ta!
[He claps his hands and the feed ends. Attached to the video is a small file...]
