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[shouldertheburden]

Hm..that should do it.

[There are sounds of movement in the room: someone walking, sitting, then scooting their chair forward; followed by a single note played on piano.

After a momentary pause, that someone begins to play a piece on that piano, quite skillfully. He makes a contented sigh after he finishes.]

To whoever receives this message, I am honored to be among this group of elect, whatever its purpose is. My name is Kaworu, Kaworu Nagisa. Maybe we can be friends...Thank you for your time.

[A little awkward, yes, but at least he's polite.]

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[audio]

[neopianangst]

...Well that was different.

[audio]

[shouldertheburden]

Oh, hello! [His smile is almost audible. Wow people really did hear that, how does this work this is fate this is destiny this is SO COOL

he has so many questions to ask, but this boy sounds a bit clueless, so he figures pleasantries would be best for now.]

Was it different in a bad, intrusive way, or different because people don't usually use this as a platform for musical performance? I definitely don't want use this venue inappropriately, or disrespectfully.

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[hopediesalone]

[hm. this guy is good.

better dig for one of the recent rescues from the printed unidentified sheet music file...ah, here's one.

you greeted the network with piano, so have piano in return. Raul starts playing his own selected piece, remarkably well. he's been practicing it, even if he has no fucking clue what it is apart from its quotation of other pieces at a couple of points.

After about ten minutes, it's done.]

Figured I'd return the favor.

Welcome to the Numbers Club and its associated bullshit.

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[shouldertheburden]

Another musician, and such a talented one...! I'm pleased to meet your acquaintance. You play very well.

...Numbers Club? Is that really what this is called? This is all like something out of a science fiction novel. Amazing!

[audio]

[wordsgate]

[There's some applause, and then a rather amused voice.]

Was that you playing? That was wonderful! Chopin, right?

[audio]

[shouldertheburden]

Yes, yes it was! To both questions, that is! [Kaworu is absolutely beaming with excitement right now.] It's wonderful to see I'm among other people who are knowledgable about classical music.

[Audio] I'm so sorry

[shiromadoushi]

[[in reply, have just the audio of this video. Cutting off at the explosion. Though even before it, it should be pretty obvious he's not the one performing.

Because Bakura can't help be a little troll sometimes.]]

[Audio] OH MY GOD...OH MY GOD. BLESS YOU.

[shouldertheburden]

[Well, that was...interesting. He clears his throat after a moment of silence]

Was that...Ode to Joy, as performed by some kind of bird or rodent, or...What is going on here? Hello?

[Voice]

[espigeonage]

Well, I'm not sure I've heard an intro like that before! It was beautiful. Congratulations and condolences on joining our august body of rightfully paranoid conspirators!

[Voice]

[shouldertheburden]

Thank you very much for the welcome! But I don't see any reason to be paranoid. I'm certainly more inclined to approach this as a plot that will unravel and reveal its secrets as we go, and I'm excited!

voice

[talkshitgetsis]

Do you think we're aliens, or something?

voice

[shouldertheburden]

A...liens?

[Well, that was an unexpected response. He can't help but be charmed by how strange that suggestion was.]

Well, as for myself, I can say fairly confidently that I am a human being who was born on planet Earth. [he chuckles.] I don't think any of you are aliens, just unique and important people I'm happy to meet.

voice {iphone}

[ursoreckless]

[not bad at all. Shou listens and then responses by playing one of his own pieces in response.]

Guess I'm not the only one on here with some talent. Welcome to the club.

voice

[shouldertheburden]

I didn't expect so many musicians to respond! The kind of people I'm meeting here is pleasantly surprising...Beautifully played piece. What a pleasure it is to be greeted with it.

[Voice]

[dododo]

[ Oh! Well, that was a pleasant surprise. ]

Ah, Chopin. It's always pleasant to meet someone who appreciates the classics.

[Voice]

[shouldertheburden]

Likewise! I adore classical music, but I haven't met many people who appreciate it as much as I do, especially people my age.

voice;

[metalbent]

Not my favorite genre, but you get ten points for showing off something audible. A plus, Kaworu.

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[shouldertheburden]

I suppose not everyone enjoys this type of music...I hope you enjoyed it, regardless. And...thank you for the points?

[Audio]

[soulsborderline]

You are weirdly cheerful about this.

[She'll mention the piano-playing when he proves he knows more than one piece.]

[Audio]

[shouldertheburden]

Though I admit there's a lot to be scared by, I believe that it was fate that put me into this situation. I'm just excited to see where this will take me.

handwritten

[carsharkkonishi]

That was very good. I'm Raimu Sato.

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[shouldertheburden]

You responded to my message with a handwritten note? This network is absolutely amazing!

Thank you, Raimu. Pleased to meet you.

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[argents]

Amazing. It sounds like you've been playing the piano for a long time.

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[shouldertheburden]

Most of my life, actually. Thank you very much!

audio; I finally have a use for this icon

[wannabered]

[Thomas is silent for a moment before applauding.]

That was great! I think if more people introduced themselves like this we might all be a happier group. Welcome to the Numbers, Kaworu. I'm Thomas.

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[shouldertheburden]

You think so? I'm fond of the messages that can expressed through music, myself. Piano often speaks for me more than words can. I'm sure others would find a similar fulfillment if they tried...Ah, my apologies, I could go on and on about music. Nice to meet you, Thomas!