video;

[laserguy]

[He can do this, he practiced saying this out loud to himself a few times now. Just turn on the video, take a deep breath, throw on a cocky smirk even if you're nervous as fuck, and--]

So, guess who recently got a house?

[Him, that's the answer. Scott's surprised that it's actually happening, because he sort of just requested a house and figured they would shoot him down, but he's gotten blueprints and everything, so it's going to be a thing. It'll just take another week or so.]

And what does anyone do when they get a house? Obviously, they throw a party. So, I'm inviting all the Chosen to come over, bring food and drinks, whatever you think will be fun-- oh and presents too, because it's my birthday. I mean, it's passed now, but whatever, you can still celebrate it with me. It'll be in week when the house is done.

[He's not completely serious about the present stuff. Just somewhat.

Maybe all this will help people take their minds off the maze. He's seen how exhausted his friends are and this is the best idea that he could up with. Plus, getting away from the stupid locals that are all being dicks for some reason. It's been draining him.]

Oh yeah, if you're part of the Teenagers With Abilities and Talents Club, it's required that you come. Sooo, see you all there!

Comments

[laserguy]

Am I gonna have to wait until something shitty happens for me to see it? You mentioned something about summoning, right?

[izanagis]

Oh, so you are looking for party tricks.

I guess it's a fair ask. Do people often show off their powers at your club?

[laserguy]

Okay, you got me, I am. Especially if it's cool.

[And hmm, that's a good question. Maybe he should lie and say that everyone shows off, but nah.]

Uh, somewhat? I mean, they're not using their powers left and right, but when you're surrounded by people that are like you... I guess it's easier?

[izanagis]

Hmm. I wouldn't say Personas make for a great performance, but I'll see what I can do.

[We're just not gonna talk about the dance game here, okay]

That's true. There's a sense of solidarity.

[laserguy]

[Scott just stares at the video for a few seconds and then--]

Holy shit, you use Personas too?? I mean, obviously I don't, but man, you're not the only one here.

[HE SHOULD'VE GUESSED...

Next time any Japanese kid says that they have powers and can 'summon' things, he's going to assume Personas every time.]

[izanagis]

[Admittedly, his expression brightens a bit.]

So you've met some of the others? I was surprised to find so many of them here. I guess it makes sense that some of them would want to join your club.

[laserguy]

Sure have.

[Does he name the... five confirmed Persona people that he knows? Nah, it's probably fine.] Almost feels like there's enough of you guys to create your own club.

[.......]

Of course, you still have to attend mine.

[izanagis]

Think I'll pass on the Persona club. Too many extracurriculars.

[How's he supposed to balance 200 part-time jobs with that many clubs?]

Don't worry. It's one of my top priorities.

[laserguy]

[You're a cool dude, Yu.]

It better be. [He teases lightly.] See you at the party later.