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[kingside]

Is there any chance that we might negotiate for another week of relative peace before our enemies resume their efforts to eradicate us? Yes, I recognize that the chances are slim to nonexistent, but my capacity for higher reasoning seems to have vanished over the past few days.

On a more relevant note, I was toying with the idea of creating a survey that might give us a clearer picture of our numbers, age range, and so on— largely superficial data, in other words, that would not help to identify us individually but would help us to better organize ourselves. I have my doubts about whether a comprehensive database would be the best idea, but this seems a logical compromise. If I were to do this, would you be willing to participate? Suggestions for what to include would also be appreciated.

Lastly, we seem to be gaining newcomers daily. Many of you have already had this link handy to assist them, but I urge those of you who haven't to correct this. This lull in activity is likely the calm before the storm. We need to be prepared.

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[searchforpeace]

They seemed not to enjoy any sort of negotiation that didn't entail complete and immediate surrender.

More to the point though, I would be interested in any superficial data you may gather with your survey. Organizing has been on my mind a lot lately.

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[kingside]

How very reassuring.

I'll be sure to pass it on, then. Was there any information in particular that you were hoping to see included?

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[searchforpeace]

If this is strictly superficial then beyond physical characteristics such as age, sex and all of that, perhaps economic status? When they first thought of these numbers would be helpful as well.

[steelettos]

I didn't know there's an underlying plot to all of this. Then again, I suppose it's to be expected.

Do you need any volunteers to help conduct the survey?

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[kingside]

Perhaps not so much with conducting it as compiling the data after it has been completed. If it's centered on superficial data, I can't imagine it taking that much work to administer. Of course, I could be wrong.

At present, what I'm seeking is largely what questions to include beyond those I'm already considering. Age, gender, and species are the most obvious, as is "When did you first receive your number to access the network?" and "When did you first access the network?" "How many people from the network do you recognize from visions or memories you've gained, if any?" is another, but I'm not entirely sold on it just yet.

I suppose the most difficult aspect of this task is determining what to ask that won't compromise anyone's identities but will give us as much usable data as possible.

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[steelettos]

It depends on how many are actually included in this secret numbers society and are willing to answer the questions. I'm guessing it shouldn't take so long as well.

Do you think including skills or abilities matter? It doesn't need to be overly complicated and people need not be extensive with their answer, though I'm not sure how many would offer this information. We may need that info to figure out who and which would be most suited for what task if we're to organize ourselves though.

[iaijutsu]

I would participate.

I think there may be some value in trying to get a general picture of what people have gained or remembered. I doubt most would want to discuss many specifics, but even something vague might be enough to spot patterns. Everything I've remembered seems to have been in old Japan, like something out of a Kurosawa movie, for example - if we keep it to something that broad, maybe people will be more willing to discuss and compare.

[kingside]

In other words, something like, "Describe what memories, physical changes, items, skills, and/or abilities you have gained or remembered," with an accompanying message stating that participants can go into as much or as little detail as they prefer.

[iaijutsu]

That would work, yes. Skills and abilities may be more useful from a purely organizational perspective, but I do believe there is value in seeing just how much and where our memories may align.

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[ursoreckless]

so there was an attempt or someone trying to contact us? i don't think it would have amounted to much considering what i've been hearing.

some kind of organization should be looked at. if there's gonna be a fight then we'll need to know what kind of resistance we can bring to the show. maybe there's a way to get a kind of conference call or something so we can talk among ourselves? not have to show our faces or meet where someone would notice but still able to hash out things idek.

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[kingside]

It didn't.

People on the network seem to be moving in that direction, but I haven't heard much in the way of specifics yet.

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[icy_heavens]

I'd participate. Running around on our own too much will probably get us killed sooner or later.

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[kingside]

Any suggestions for what to include? You might hit upon a point that we've missed.

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[shiromadoushi]

Long as there's nothing that could be used to identify us, yeah sure. Though not really sure how that sort of thing is going to help.

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[kingside]

[... Oh for goodness's sake.]

Participants can decide for themselves how much detail they wish to include. Besides, it's not like the survey will be compulsory.

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[reckless_fire]

Yeah, I'll do it. Why the hell not?

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[kingside]

Thank you. The survey itself is still in progress, but I would appreciate any input you might give on what to include.

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[scramasax]

I agree. We have to know each other to protect each other.

What if we sorted through our skills, both the natural ones and new ones?

Would it be too easy for the enemies to form strategy against us if our information reached the wrong hands?

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[kingside]

Could you explain what you mean by "sorted?"

For the moment, it seems like a risk we'll have to take. It would be far less secure to relay this information somehow in person. Besides, as I've stated elsewhere, participants are in no way obligated to reveal the full extent of their capabilities. Likely one of us will find a safer way to communicate more sensitive information.

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[flamberge]

That link is much appreciated and very informative. I thank you for providing it.

As for information gathering, such a thing can only prove useful. Perhaps you might also include skills which individuals have obtained or initially possessed, especially since those various skills may become necessary at some point.

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[kingside]

You're welcome.

Someone has suggested this, yes. Do you have other contributions in mind?

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[secondcomingof]

Given my previous efforts, I can only wish you the best of luck in your admirably ambitious, if perhaps ultimately fruitless endeavors.

As you may have noticed, you're dealing with quite the obstinate populace, and getting them to do much of anything without suffering complaint is quite the task, indeed.

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[kingside]

The response has been mostly positive, in fact. Perhaps your error was in your approach, Captain.

I apologize for his writing sob

[comparative_insanity]

sound alrite to me
i think some 1 sugested adding our skills too it i think that might be a good idea just in case we need some thing done we will no who 2 turn 2
mite also be a good idea to add whos gone thru fysical changes to it maybe
no details just that they have

in physical pain from reading this why would you do that

[kingside]

Both will be included, yes. Participants will be allowed to determine for themselves what level of detail they include.