Um... has anyone seen Mikage? He's blond and very... ( loud? ) ...cheerful and... you must have seen him around Hart's Stairs if you've been here! He's my roomie back at the base and I'm... I'm really worried. I hope he didn't get in trouble...

( Come to think of it, I haven't seen Abel since before we came here. Azul and Chie-chan aren't around either... is this connected to this whole soul... glitching? That everyone is talking about? I hope they're not hurt. )

( Oh! Oh crap! Now that I think about it, I've been so busy that I haven't contacted anyone from back home since I came here. Alright. Better late than never! )

Actually, where is everyone? It's been really quiet in the inn, like a ghost town. I thought our entire army is supposed to be here! Guys, is everyone okay?!

Yamamoto! Shouichi-kun! Brother Ryohei! Spanner! Are you guys here too? Please, answer me!

( You... you aren't gone too, are you? )

Uhm... so, seeing that all the countries are here now and there's not much to do, maybe we could all get together and do something...?

Hmmmm... [ A long stretch of silence passes, long enough that someone might wonder if Aerith even realizes that her communicator is on. ] Where is everyone?

[ A shorter stretch of silence passes. Aerith huffs. ] Cloud! Are you avoiding me? [ She pauses. ] If this is a joke, it's not funny, Mister!

[ She falls silent again, waiting for him to answer. When she finally speaks again, her voice sounds uncharacteristically timid and frightened. ] ...Cloud?

Well, now that settling in is done with I suppose I might as well take a look around...

Would anyone like to go with me?

It has been far too long that I have been required by that primitive country. Of course, I am not one to deny my services, if appropriately reimbursed...

Hmm.

Megatron, I seem to remember you being rather fond of this city. [Amused chuckle. Be afraid.]

Man, this is more like it. [ It's voice, so, while you can hear the things that are going on, you can't see them- and what you hear is what seems to be someone flopping down onto a bed, and curling up so that their voice is muffled in their own sleeve. ] So sick of sharing a room with that psychopath and having to sleep on the damn floor.

... Weather's nicer here, too.

[ Sounds of stretching. ] Man I could totally take a nap right now.

((ooc: Guess whose hiatus is finally up! ^u^))

Hello vacation, and much more importantly, books.

[This is actually a cover up, guys. Eve is going to investigate and by investigate she means search high and low in this city for clues.]

Nathan, I presume you are going to be around?

While some of us are still waiting in line, how about we discuss places we've visited before? I know that most of us aren't from around here... so where are you from? And since arriving, who has traveled beyond the outside borders of these countries of war?

Good evening;

I had a moment to spare tonight. We've been here in this world for quite a while and seen a slice of it. Would you share a thought, of what are the things you find pleasant, and what you dislike in your current habitat?

For myself, I like the best the people I've learned to know during the past months.

The worst thing must be mud.

...slightly ironic, that.

First, is there anywhere in Valora which is a place of worship, or can be used freely as such. I have duties I have gone too long without fulfilling and a private place to offer tributes is appreciated.

[Now his tone changes as he gets to the important matter. It's obvious from the sound of Rishfee's voice that he certainly isn't comfortable with disclosing the information which is pretty damn obvious by asking this question. He hesitates more than usual, and his voice takes a soft, uncertain tone. Additionally it's rather obvious just how young he is with this post. He sounds his age when he is speaking of things of importance to him.]

My second question... To anyone which can answer this, you have my gratitude.

If... someone is dead in their world...
If the war is won, and they are on the winning side..
Will they return as promised alive? ...Or will the life they feel here expire? Somehow, the dead have been revived here; taken from the void and returned. They do not rot as they walk upon this world. Would the re-animation carry over?

You know, a spar or two is fine and dandy and all, but how many here really does want a war?

I'm pretty sure not everyone was--- is--- a soldier in their world, and having to fight each other because we were told to is... well, not really that unusual, but I don't really find a reason to do it. Aside from going home, but...

Anyway, that's not the point. I was just wondering, what did you guys do back home? What drove you to work hard before? Things like that.

To gain peace, we have to communicate, right?

So... I've only been here a few days, participating in these... jokes... of training sessions, and I already tire of waiting around for this mystical battle that can send me home.

Perhaps someone can enlighten me as to a better solution than simply waiting.  Either that or just surrender to me, so we can all get out of here.

Whichever you prefer. 

[Well, Azmaria always has been quite the clumsy person. It was only a matter of time when she accidentally did some sort of post. Here, have Azmaria singing this song. After she finishes she pauses and for a moment there is a dead silence.]

It's-

On.

Ah.

[A weak laugh.]

I'm so sorry!

I hope that didn't interrupt anything, ah-

Well.

While I'm... Online...?

Sideswipe-?

Ah, h-hello...

I've been here a few days and, well everyone seems nice but I don't think I've introduced myself yet! I'm Finland, but you can call me Tino, nice to meet you all. I hope that we'll all get along, I'm sure we will!

It's... nice not being in the cold anymore, but I do miss it a bit. I wonder if it will snow in winter here? I'll miss making my ice sculptures...

Sure is quiet this time of day. Normally I think I might like the quiet, but it's just making me antsy.

Anyone for a game or two of poker? I promise you that anything Snake said about me is a complete fabrication. If you're still unsure about it, the only way to find out for sure is to challenge me, right?

Here are the predictions for tomorrow's weather:


Valora
      • Things will start cooling off tomorrow, with highs and lows of 68°F / 20°C and 60°F / 15°C.
      • It will also be overcast for a majority of the day, lessening in the evening.
      • Winds will pick up for moderate breezes, and there will be a slight rise in humidity.


Verity
      • Wet weather will continue tomorrow. Expect darkness from heavy clouds accompanied by off and on showers. Good luck with your training!
      • You may hear some thunder throughout the day, with high chances of strong storms occuring at night.
      • Humidity will make things feel warmer. Highs and lows predicted to be 66°F / 18°C and 51°F / 10°C.


Ex Favila
      • Another surprisingly warm day at 52°F / 11°C and 36°F / 2°C. I hope none of you are wasting the pleasant weather.
      • Your warmer temperatures are likely due to your heating systems working overtime against the snowstorms outside. Please be cautious around any exposed pipes, and whatever you do, do not touch any of your heating lights, as it will result in serious burns or fire.
      • More bad weather outside, with storms continuing. Expect hail again tomorrow. High will be 2°F / -17°C, which means you honestly shouldn't be going above ground in the first place.


New Utopia
      • Moderate temperatures and light winds, high being 72°F / 22°C.
      • There will be some sparse clouding left over from today, but they will clear out by evening.
      • And night temperature will see a slight increase and settle at 63°F / 17°C.

To whom it may concern:

I would appreciate more information than I have been given up to this point.
How were these abductions accomplished?

Also, where can the following items be purchased or, preferably, requisitioned?

- Coffee
- Tea
- Kettle
- Sugar
- Cookies
- Parka (down fill)
- Space heater, kotatsu, etc.

My feet are cold. It is intolerable.

[ directed specifically to Phoenix Wright and Kuja, but not filtered. ]

Wright, Kuja: A meeting between the three of us should be arranged. Please work with me to schedule a cozy assembly.

[ a series of rapid, irregular clicks is audible before a soft voice speaks. ]

Mello. You've changed a great deal since we were last in contact.

[ the next few words are not addressed to anyone specifically (but they are, in fact, directed at L, which maybe L and Mello might notice by the very slight lilt to the "you" when he speaks it). his tone would be even if it weren't for the sharp, somewhat weary note. ]

Even you do not possess immunity to such a situation?

[ deliberately remains vague about whether said situation is from the depths of his subconscious or a genuinely real situation. ]

... Hmm, might as well use this piece of garbage.

So can anyone tell me, what is a number?

[a series of repeated thumping noises can be heard over the speakers before his voice suddenly comes over the speakers]

 -way more complicated than the magitechnology at home, dammit. oh, look, a light...is it working...?

[he clears his throat and continues, his tone sharpening and becoming angrier]

 So...Just what the hell is going on here? 

I do not want to be yanked out of my own world anymore, thanks.

Now that most of us have some free time, this is just a general and friendly reminder to be good and not cause any trouble for your Officers and superiors.

But on another note... Maybe those in Verity have something to say about this.

I remember hearing a couple of months ago that if you see your doppelganger, you should punch him and he'll disappear. This is right, yeah? See him and punch him, that's it...?

Then why...

Anyway, I look forward to hearing from everyone.

[/fffff v good mood since the chemical spill :|]

[ At the moment, he's doing his best to keep it together, bottling up that rage and putting up a positively charming tone. If you listen close enough, you can probably tell he's seething below his calm exterior. He'll deal with certain things later.

For now... ]

What a charming country! To think that such a place could ever suffer a silly war. [ Oh, sarcasm. Of course they never learn. ]

And of course, there are the charming~ people~ I'm certain I'll find. Truly an honor to be working with all of you. I can't think of anywhere I'd rather be!

[ A thoughtful pause. ]

Ah, we might as well get to know each other, mmmm? Let's start with introductions! My name is Kuja, and I'd be delighted to hear all about you.

[ If only. ]

[Have an extremely irate red-haired young man, who is trying really really hard not to shout. Really hard, okay. It's a few decibels short of shouting.]

WHO SPILLED SODA ON MY PAPERWORK?!




((OOC: Sora-mun we talked about this I HOPE YOU DON'T MIND ME USING IT NOW))

As you're aware; there has been a recent influx of Conscripts too all nations. Due to this, I have to ask if any person from any country has heard word of a woman named Amnaf joining their battalion as of late.

...Also, any word of a man named... Waoud will not go unrewarded.

I confess, I'm curious. Would anyone know where to acquire more detailed information about the history of this world? Or just culture in general, religions, cuisine?

Priyvet, comrades!

I am Ivan Braginski, a fellow Officer whose job is to...as you all know...'keep the peace' between fellow soldiers as well as with civilians! With that said, I'm pretty much a friendly kind of guy so you won't have to worry about any unfair judgment of any sort. Why am I saying this? It is so it will be a suitable greeting to all of those unaware of my presence! So, hopefully you all will be respectful to each other and try hard not to quarrel--then again, I have always had faith concerning the maturity of those in this army~!

So, I will always be here if need me~

[ a roar is heard over the network, followed by a sequence of sounds that are obviously destructive. ]

What -- the fuck --

That bastard! FUCKING BASS!!!!