003 - video | un: plantogetit

[traumaticus]

[Well, well. Look at that, Richard is actually using video feed instead of the usual text when addressing the network. He's indoors, sitting in front of big wooden table and there is stern yet controlled expression on his face. And when he speaks there is an air of noble dignity to his voice:]

Greetings, my fellow Chosen. My name is Richard Plantagenet. Some of you know who I am either from organizing the communal training sessions and from the Inn. However, I am sad to inform you that this time I am not here with such pleasant news as hosting a new party.

I believe it is unnecessary to go through the recent events in detail, we all were there and have had even someone to step forward to claim responsibility for the horrors of the prolonged night. This has now been the second violent threat against our city that I have witnessed. And from what I have heard from the veterans of this world there has been several more in the past. And I don't know about the rest of you but I think we have been left vulnerable for far too long.

So, I'll keep this as brief as possible.

I wish for anyone who is capable to come forward and join me in forming a defensive body that will be ready to respond to crises and other adversaries that we might face. There is a lot to do around the city, from strengthening our defenses, to find alternative communication solutions. Relying solely on these devices clearly has proven out to be faulty.

Of course, I'll continue to train self-defense, the swordmanship, archery and basic survival skills to anyone who is willing to learn. However, the invitation is open to all, whether you are fighter or not. There will be needing healers, those with more technical knowledge and who're fluent in science. I am well aware of my own weakness in that area -- after all, I am from the time period that could be considered 'medieval.' [God, how he hates that word.] Likewise people who are skilled strategists and have experience in leadership are welcomed. No helping hands will be turned away.

The last time I approached you all with similar proposition, I was met with suspicion that I was trying to form an army. However, I swear to you that it is not the case here. I am not looking for training soldiers nor positioning myself above the rest of you. I am merely asking for your help with ensuring making Aldrip safer to all of us.

There are already existing factions and those who'd rather keep their work private. But as long as we are separated and working without proper communication among ourselves we are no better than headless chicken running around. We are strongest when we are together. I for one, will be doing my own part to make sure there'll be no more unnecessary bloodshed among our numbers, with or without your help.

Thank you all for your time.

Comments

voice; un: what

[starringsecond]

Gotta agree with you there, I feel like what happened last month blindsided us all. I'd rather not have a repeat of that in the future.

As long as there isn't anything too strict involved in your defensive body, I'm in. As you can tell, I don't really work well in something like an army. Repede and I can fight on our own, but setting out with a group to watch each other's back doesn't sound like a bad idea.

[traumaticus]

I have come to understand that people living here are reluctant being associated with army. I suppose I can sympathize with the thought, but it is not my intention to form an offensive organization like that. We are not in war.

What would you consider as 'too strict involvement', then?

voice; un:curtaincall

[endcaller]

'Tis time for us to learn to commune with magicks instead of this local technology that exists only at the whim of our AI friend.

With such a method of communication at our disposal, we could deploy forces more easily about the city to kill our fellow Chosen when they succumb to madness.

[traumaticus]

Can you tell me more about this 'magicks'? How does it work?

voice, un: fauna

[nightwild]

... All right. As long as it's clear: I don't take orders. But some kind of better way to communicate, so we can spread our defenses better, seems like a good idea.

The biggest problem I had with the last week was knowing where to go. I'm stronger than any monster, but it doesn't help if I don't know where anything is.

[traumaticus]

'Stronger than any monster.' A bold claim, but impressive if true, miss. With skills like those I have no doubts about us being able to make the city more secure.

When you say you don't take orders what do you exactly mean by that?

text | un: levi

[solitarysoul]

i'm still in. just let me know when i'm needed.

[traumaticus]

excellent. i am glad to hear that i can continue on relying on you, jordan.

[cupidsammo]

... I could learn how to fight better—if... you're willing to teach. I ended up being pretty useless when everything went dark.

[traumaticus]

Your efforts were greatly appreciated at the inn, miss Koharu. Do not underestimate the worth of your actions.

But if you are certain. What do you wish to learn?

video - un: punchesu

[grappler]

People are suspicious of everyone who tries to do something in this damn city.

[but Vi you've been suspicious before--]

I can probably help with some hand-to-hand stuff. There's people that'll be really quick to point out I'm not great at it, but at least I can maybe help someone who doesn't know anything.

[traumaticus]

It would appear so. I suppose I can't blame people for their suspicion. There was someone encouraging people to partake in wide spread chaos and violence just now.

[Which is kinda opposite of what Richard is trying to do.]

That'll be appreciated. I know only basics of hand-to-hand combat and wrestling myself. Does this mean you would be interested in joining me then, Vi?

Video | un: superman

[anormalman]

If people are being threatened, then I'm willing to do whatever I can to help.

[Clark is reassured by the fact that this doesn't seem to be a call to form an army. He's had run-ins with the military before, and it was made very clear that they don't like or trust him.]

[traumaticus]

That is the admirable spirit we need, lad. The threat that we are facing, however, is not straightforward as the trials we keep facing from time to time keep differentiating from each other. But just because we can't see the monster lurking in the dark doesn't mean we can't be prepared for it.

What is your name?

video; un: shades

[laserguy]

If you're forming a group to defend the city, I'll help.

And I believe that my teammates would want to as well. [Has he asked any of them yet? No, but guess he'll cross that bridge when it happens!]

[traumaticus]

[Well, well. Look who it is.]

Well met, Summers. It is good to have you on board.

And ah, I have actually been communicating with a teammate of yours. I do have great expectations for you.

video;

[dorotabeau]

Um.

[Not a great start. Kabane is right up in that camera, and he has to take a second to adjust so that more than just his nose is visible.]

Hello, Richard. My name is Kabane. I don't know very much about communication or strategy or science, but I would like to defend this place.

I can fight. I can also run errands or do any job no one else wants. I just want to help.

[traumaticus]

[...HUH. Well look at that. This one actually appears to be on the younger side than what Richard would prefer. But he's not going to turn willing people away. After all, it's not like he was one to sit still and do nothing at that age.]

Well met, young Kabane. There is always a need for pair of free hands and legs. Fighters are always appreciated, but one should never scoff at those who support them from the background.

What kind of fighting are you talking about?

un: dragonpunch

[hamachaya]

I'm in. I'm good at fightin but I wanna get stronger and protect anyone who can't protect themselves.

[traumaticus]

an admirable and noble resolve, my friend. we might have been able to avoid any severe losses this time but we can't let that lure us into false sense of security. all hands are welcomed.

how is it that you fight?

voice; un: altius

[chimericalclaw]

Are you familiar with carrier pigeons? If we could find a similar bird and train them appropriately, it might be an option for communication.

[hi. Usually he's all for pleasantries, but he doesn't think that Richard will mind if he gets straight to business.]

I'm no help in terms of offense, as you've seen, but I have years of experience managing logistics and allocating resources, if I might be able to assist in that way. I'd also like to offer what medical supplies I can, as I've recently reacquired my company here.

[traumaticus]

I am, in fact. We would use them and hawks to carry urgent messages in my own world. Those could indeed be potential crisis backup for us. I was also considering fire signals. We could use them to warn people from incoming threat.

[Yeahh.. In fact he prefers this so thanks.]

Excellent, Altius. So far there has been a quite lot of fighters volunteering to help. Which is, of course, good but there is also need for those who can help with planning and non-lethal or aggressive problem solution. I would be overjoyed if I could have you join me.

audio; un: spartan

[melnik]

[ And at one point Richard had made the suggestion he wasn't up to the task for rousing the people. Miller doesn't know about that. He seems to be doing a fine job. ]

I believe you already know you have my support, but I will reiterate that I am willing to help, whether that means providing combat training or otherwise.

[traumaticus]

[shhh... It was about forming a governing body shhh, do not pay attention to it.]

Colonel.

I must admit that I was hoping for you to say that. Your expertise will be essential for us, I believe.

Text; un: eyeofzaun

[conflictresolution]

[He was purposefully late to this little party as he wanted to see how the replies fell first. He did like a gung-ho gang of citizens who had no idea what they were actually agreeing to.

Still, appearances mattered.]

I will lend financial aid and resources towards physical barriers and necessary training systems.

[traumaticus]

[oh hello bae. Richard was wondering when he'd show up.]

Thank you, Silco. Your support is just as salient as always. I believe I shall be needing more funds to spend at the forge.