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

[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?

[hamachaya]

My fists

My old man's put me through training forever to be strong. He's an asshole but I picked up on a lot of it workin under him. I aint gonna fight dirty though

[traumaticus]

[Huh. Seems like he's gonna have a whole lineup of brawlers]

I see. I'm saddened to hear that your father bore such ill character. However, we grow strong and learn under the hardships, just as you said. I'm certain that here you have a chance to use your skills in good.

What would you consider "fighting dirty?"

[hamachaya]

Attacking when my back's turned, using tricks like hiding behind people, stuff like that

It's alright though, he aint here to mess with me anymore I think. Either way if we're tryin to defend others I can do that

Dunno about formin an army but it sounds like you're not tryin to

[traumaticus]

i see. those are indeed very noble principles to follow.
however, when you are battle there might come times when those principles will do you no good. so far in my experience we have mostly faced danger from either mind controlled people or monster, which will not care about fair fight and are merely seeking out for your blood.

i respect your resolve and i will not ask you to back down on them. however, i must warn you. there might come time when you find yourself from crossroad where you have to make a difficult choice to save someone.

nay. an army follows its own complicated rules and hierarchies, i do not see any need for that. what matters is that we chosen can remain safe.

[hamachaya]

That's kinda what I expected
I've never been in a drag out bloody scrap like that but I ain't ever been accused of a crime either
What kinda choice would that be anyway? The right answer's to do what you can to save em right?