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savetheearth2014-04-08 09:10 pm
featherduster) wrote in savetheearth2014-04-08 09:10 pm
Entry tags:
- !open,
- #network,
- avatar: the last airbender: toph beifong,
- bleach: toushirou hitsugaya,
- death note: l lawliet,
- evangelion: misato katsuragi,
- gundam 00: tieria erde,
- league of legends: lux crownguard,
- magic knight rayearth: umi ryuuzaki,
- marvel cinematic universe: loki,
- moon child: kei,
- moon child: sho,
- my little pony: rarity,
- original: melissa lyre,
- pandora hearts: elliot nightray,
- tales of symphonia: kratos aurion,
- teen titans: starfire,
- trigun: vash the stampede,
- yu-gi-oh!: bakura ryou
( one ) smartphone / video
[ Eriks doesn't know why he puts the number into his phone. It's been a constant presence at the back of his head for a good week now, sure, but he's made an art out of ignoring it. No, more accurately, he doesn't notice he's put the number into his phone until his thumb has already done it: having already scrolled through everything that needs reading in the morning (work emails, the news, Tumblr of course—), he's left with nothing to do but fidget. And fidget he does, right into a goldmine of information that his bosses would skin a man for.
He forgets all about the eggs cooking on the stove and deposits himself in a kitchen chair, skim reading like no one has ever skim read before. Watches a few videos, follows a few links, listens to a few audio posts, and gleans too much and too little all at once. He can already tell his nights will be occupied with plenty of reading material for many weeks to come. Sleep? Not anymore, bud.
Still... reading is one thing. Watching is another. But conversation is absolutely indispensable, and he needs to talk with these people. But he needs to approach it carefully. Delicately. And, from the looks of things, not mention that whole 'with the Feds' thing.
With this in mind, he flips his phone camera to video, puts on his best charming smile, and initiates First Contact with exactly as much seriousness as he should. ]
Ladies and gentlemen, hello! I admit my disappointment that this isn't the beautiful, mysterious barista's phone number I thought it was, since I was pretty sure I memorized it. I guess she gave me a fake number, after all...
But here's the good news: this eligible bachelor has just become available in your undercover supernatural neighborhood! I enjoy long walks on the beach and extended discourse on the virtues of life and love. Hours of illuminating conversation are 100% free of charge, and there's even a platonic package available for the less daring. Inquire within for further details.
[ A beat, as black smoke billows from the abandoned frying pan behind him. He doesn't turn, doesn't even shift, but there's a brief second of tragicomedy in his expression when the smell of eggs-cum-charcoal hits his nose. How long has he been... ah, hell.
Composure utterly unwavering, ]
—And whoever recommends the best diner will receive a limited edition free coffee! Act now while supplies last; you'd be a fool to pass this one up, folks!
I apologize for the (exciting) interruption and you may now return to your usual programming.
[ Gives a winning smile as the video goes off — and then topples the chair (and very nearly the table) in his scramble to deal with what was once his breakfast.
Quite the catch, ladies and gentlemen, don't miss out!! ]
He forgets all about the eggs cooking on the stove and deposits himself in a kitchen chair, skim reading like no one has ever skim read before. Watches a few videos, follows a few links, listens to a few audio posts, and gleans too much and too little all at once. He can already tell his nights will be occupied with plenty of reading material for many weeks to come. Sleep? Not anymore, bud.
Still... reading is one thing. Watching is another. But conversation is absolutely indispensable, and he needs to talk with these people. But he needs to approach it carefully. Delicately. And, from the looks of things, not mention that whole 'with the Feds' thing.
With this in mind, he flips his phone camera to video, puts on his best charming smile, and initiates First Contact with exactly as much seriousness as he should. ]
Ladies and gentlemen, hello! I admit my disappointment that this isn't the beautiful, mysterious barista's phone number I thought it was, since I was pretty sure I memorized it. I guess she gave me a fake number, after all...
But here's the good news: this eligible bachelor has just become available in your undercover supernatural neighborhood! I enjoy long walks on the beach and extended discourse on the virtues of life and love. Hours of illuminating conversation are 100% free of charge, and there's even a platonic package available for the less daring. Inquire within for further details.
[ A beat, as black smoke billows from the abandoned frying pan behind him. He doesn't turn, doesn't even shift, but there's a brief second of tragicomedy in his expression when the smell of eggs-cum-charcoal hits his nose. How long has he been... ah, hell.
Composure utterly unwavering, ]
—And whoever recommends the best diner will receive a limited edition free coffee! Act now while supplies last; you'd be a fool to pass this one up, folks!
I apologize for the (exciting) interruption and you may now return to your usual programming.
[ Gives a winning smile as the video goes off — and then topples the chair (and very nearly the table) in his scramble to deal with what was once his breakfast.
Quite the catch, ladies and gentlemen, don't miss out!! ]
video;
I am sorry that I am breaking the pattern of your responses here by being a stranger! Are you undamaged from the, ah, destruction of your meal?
video;
But please don't tax your fair heart for my sake. [ He dramatically hoists a... portable fire extinguisher. Like maybe this is suave in some way. ] I have heroically contained the incident!
video;
Glorious! I should have hated for your first introduction to our group to end in such misfortune for you. It can be overwhelming enough as it is!
video;
[ Possibly not even asking that question in jest, because wow ]
Luckily for me, there are at least a few of you wheeling the welcome wagon around properly. You're doing a community service, Miss!
video;
[she shrugs, accompanied with a small smile]
But please, do not feel any trepidation because of the topics at hand! It is simply...very relevant for many of us. I have even been able to keep a notebook on the various alien life that others have been in their pasts!
video;
[ Some of the silliness slides away for a brief moment, replaced by razor-sharp interest ]
"Various"? As in all kinds? That's really amazing!
video;
[...went through the roof, but whatever. Kara's bouncing in her seat now; it's obvious that this is a topic she's pretty passionate about]
I have been so very fortunate that those on the network have allowed me to take the notes.
video;
Still, a person who feels so strongly about something is endearing and infectious. ]
So you like hearing people's stories, too, huh? I don't blame you! It seems like there's a whole lot to learn on here. It's gonna take me a long time to go back through it all.
video;
[she beams]
It is a good club to be a part of. I have made many wonderful friends here and hope for more in the future!
video;
video;
That is most intriguing! I do not know if I can accept immediately, however - I have a great deal of applications to sort through.
video; 1/2
[ And then he ABRUPTLY HANGS UP ]
text; i'm... sorry.....
APPLICATION FOR FRIENDSHIP
Name: Ace
Occupation: Love crusader
Favorite color: Red or blue or maybe both - purple????
Hobbies: Contemplating the subtleties of life while watching the sun rise; stargazing; reading manga
Relevant experience: Twenty-three whole years of exceptional friendshipping
Relevant skills: Exceptional poetry recitation; the uncanny ability to send you a text message whenever you're sad; a propensity for bringing you free coffee; hours of illuminating conversation; and most importantly, perpetual charisma and good humor!!!
References available upon request!
video; no don't be
oh my god.
Kara can't contain the giggles anymore and for a solid chunk of time she completely dissolves into laughter, head dipping forward towards the camera as she tries to visually mitigate them at the very least.
when she finally gets herself together she sits upright once more, a huge grin still plastered across her face]
I do not think that I have any choice but to accept such an offering! But please, what does a 'love crusader' do?
video;
It's fortunate you ask, because it's a most important job! A love crusader arms himself with the sword of kindness and the shield of determination, and walks this grim Earth with the strength of boundless optimism. He brings joy and harmony to the lives of those in need, and fights to eliminate plagues of despair and hopelessness!
... And sometimes he just makes people laugh.
video;
[it's kind of difficult to tell if Kara's aware that this is a facetious job here or not, but she's prrrrrobably still just being silly]
And you are certainly very skilled at it! Although I am not exactly the most difficult of targets, I must admit.
video; sorry for the delay!!
After all, most people would probably worry they'd be judged or feared if they suddenly woke up as aliens one day, right? But there are people like you making them feel welcomed and special.
video; no worries :>
[she laughs]
If that is the case, I hope that I will be receiving my delayed paychecks now that I have realized I am employed!
video;
It's not a very well-paying gig, as it turns out. What a world, right? Apparently we're expected to get day jobs, too.
But on the bright side, there's a slim chance I can help alleviate some of that burden!
video;
video;
For a limited time, I'm offering non-monetary compensation in the form of a free coffee, on the grounds that I get to hear all kinds of interesting stories about aliens and superheroes.
video;
[she laughs]
I would also offer to bring along my notebook on alien life, but I believe that my papers for the finals may have consumed it for the time being.