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[Claire//Difficult to Hack]
Claire, I'd like to talk to you about Task Force Recruitment, if you have the time.
[/Claire]

[Zack//Difficult to Hack]
Zack, I'd like to talk to you about something, if I can?
[/Zack]

[Genesis//Difficult to Hack]
There are some creatures swooping over the city that I'd like to get a good look at.

... How about old times?
[/Genesis]

Don't be too harsh, Avari. I don't ruin every bit of metal I touch.

If anyone needs anything, cold weather supplies or information about the city, please don't hesitate to come to the Task Force. Patrols are still coming and going nightly, and Discordia's demons are still around.

Also, as the days are getting colder once more, I would like if everyone came to the Task Force to receive an Obsidian Dagger. More should be explained in the basic city information.

Well, there's more supplies in the Task Force Headquarters now. Come over if you're in need of them. Aaron, Roxas, I've dropped off some of the food I gathered in Termina over in the Eatery or the Lux; I hope it's enough.

[Genesis//Hackable]
Genesis?
[/Genesis]

[Family//Hackable]
How are you two holding up? I'm sorry I'm not around too often; things are very busy what with us so undermanned.
[/Family]

Those of you who will be staying in the city for now...

Please remember how dangerous it gets at night. Discordia's demons still run loose, and other monsters are getting closer and closer to the city center. The Task Force is now severely undermanned, but we remain keeping up our patrols and manage to stop some of the creatures from getting too close. I ask you to take utmost care if you need to move at night, or to offer your aid, if you can, to keeping the streets somewhat safer at night. Please contact me here, or at the Task Force Headquarters, if this is the case.

... I suppose at least it's fortunate that I kept most of the things I bought before in the bank, isn't it?

Re-stocking sounds like a good idea at least. And Karasu, stop eying that bomb in the shop. The Goron said you wouldn't be able to carry it; don't ask me to.

[To himself, before he turns the communicator off:]

I have to say, I'm getting tired of hearing Mutoh and Viscern arguing over fleeing the city or staying. Dutor should just make the decision to let the townsfolk decide. He's far too meek to be a leader as it is. Jaime would laugh in his face...

A glass poured for an absent friend.

I hope you do all you have to back home, Jaime, and that you and Brienne can at least meet there.

You will be missed.

Karasu.

[There's quiet fury in Angeal's voice as he speaks.]

I think we need to talk.

Zack, what did I tell you that time Kunsel got you to eat a hotdog some tech assistant had left in the labs? Your trainers won't stop hassling you if you get sick on your own stupidity.

[He smiles through his words, however, and laughs a little.]

I think I might need to add the new place to the city list? Could the owner contact me and tell me what I should include? Again, if anyone can think of anything that would be prudent to include, don't hesitate to tell me.

How are you faring, Zelda, Miss Elena? Is everything running smoothly on your ends? And Avari, I've been missing your gentle words and soft tones. Kept your nose in your work, lately? Also, Jaime, I know you and Matt are nearly inseperable these days, but if you'd like to meet at Thorn or the Lux anytime soon, just say.

[Task Force//Unhackable]
Jaime. I've started a roster for those guarding the Door. If you want to change that in any way, just let me know. Shifts of several hours, at all times through the day. I've considered seeing if Zelda would be able to place a barrier of sorts over it, but it would be more ideal if someone in the Force could do that themselves.
Speaking of the Door, is there any chance that we can push Dean Winchester back through it at any time in the near future?

Are there any changes to the force that we ought to be kept up to date on? Anyone have any greiviences or suggestions? Please bring them up. A team that doesn't discuss with each other is like a sword made of iron; it will break before it bends.
[/Task Force]

[Genesis//Unhackable]
Welcome back, belated though it is.
[/Genesis]

[Family//Unhackable]
Are you both feeling quite well?
[/Family]

[The video comes on to the open door of Angeal's home. The blood rain is still pounding and howling outside. Angeal's boot comes to kick the door closed. It has to be his boot, because he's carrying something in his arms.

His feet walk over the communicator and he settles something down. There's a pause, showing nothing but the door of the home and the sound of Angeal moving in the background for a while. Eventually, the sound of his footsteps grow again, and he reaches down to lift up the communicator. Video fizzles out, and audio is activated.]

Karasu is dead.

[His voice is steady.]

He was drained of all his blood. The ghost was fading by the time I found him, but that doesn't mean it's gone. Be very careful of it.

Nero. Come back home. If you're not back soon, I'm coming to get you.

I hope we're all stocking up. These events only tend to last the week.

[Aaron//Unhackable]
How are things going, Aaron?
[/Aaron]

Well now. This is a nice change of pace.

[The smile is evident in Angeal's voice. It's refreshing to hear, almost.]

Jaime. We should go for a drink sometime. Avari, you're welcome to join, and Genesis too.

Also, Zelda, it's been a while. We should meet, if you have the time.

[Karasu//Unhackable]
And will you be basking in the warmth, or...?
[/Karasu]

[Locked to Karasu//viewable by the Task Force/Queensguard/Shinra]
Karasu. You're bargaining with Prince's cousin?

Insist to meet with him if he accepts.
[/Filter]

[Genesis//Unhackable]
How are you?
[/Genesis]

[Karasu//Unhackable]
Stay in. If you absolutely must come out, you're coming with me.
[/Karasu]

[Locked to Sheik//Unhackable]
After this is over... if you need anything... Well. I'm sure you know how this goes.
[/Sheik]

[Private//Unhackable]
So. He's gone, then.

[His voice is clipped, controlled. The recording lasts for a little longer, as if Angeal is going to say something else, then it times out.]
[/Private]

The information post of World's End has been updated.

( Welcome to World's End. )


Again, if there are any requests for alterations, or questions in general, let me know and I will amend them.

[Locked to Task Force/Zelda/Elena//Unhackable]
I want someone near Matt and his friend. Inside Thorn, outside Thorn - it doesn't matter. If we find Ryuza - L, he's probably going to need healing materials. Nabooru, you and Cloud wait outside Thorn. Take the Restore or some potions, or even both.

Brienne, you're on Door duty.

Genesis, you're coming with me. We're not hunting Wizard Glass at the moment; we're heading to the bathhouse.

Prince, first of all, welcome back. Secondly, are you taking on Konan's 'twin'?

The rest of you, patrols as normal. The monsters are creeping back in full force.

Elena, Zelda. Any arrangements?

[OOC: Please let me know if I'm stepping on any toes here?]

[Zelda/Elena//Unhackable]
I'd like to talk to both of you about who we can and can't trust here, mounting a guard on the Door, and what to do about the situation at present. As it is immediately, I would prefer this shared only between us three.
[/Filter]

[Nero//Unhackable]
How have you and the cubs been, lately?
[/Nero]

[Genesis//Unhackable]
Hope you're feeling fine?
[/Genesis]

[Avari//Unhackable]
Settled again?
[/Avari]

[Karasu//Unhackable]
You're doing all right?
[/Karasu]

[Sheik//Unhackable]
I want to apologize for the way Zack has been acting recently. I'm the cause, and I know it can't have been easy on you.
[/Sheik]

[Task Force//Unhackable]
Task Force. We're splitting into two parties. One will continue patrols as normal. If the Twilit Messengers attack, fight them. Otherwise, leave them be. Find out where the insects are and mark them down on your maps, as well as the portals. There's one above the Task Force building itself.

The other group will be looking for Claire Redfield. As she was included in the dreams on the night she was proclaimed missing, I sincerely doubt that she had just been sent home. My suggestion would be looking to Ashford, but don't rule out anything else. I want to know who she's been talking to who's a known antagonist.

We will arrange groups here. Speak up.
[/Task Force]

[Zelda&Queensguard/Shinra/Task Force//Unhackable]
As you likely know, our Sheriff is currently missing. The Task Force are searching for her, but any help you would be willing to give would be greatly appreciated. I would also like to know the status on the Remnants and Zant, and what special measures, if any, you would like the Task Force to follow for them.
[/Filter]

Welcome to newcomers. If any questions are needed to be answered, please do not hesitate to come to the Task Force Headquarters and ask for a member of the guard. It is recommended that you find a place to stay, first of all, and the best suggestions at the moment are the Lux and Zelda's Sanctuary.

Well, I think it's safe to say I'll just be hauling my own water for a while.

Thanks to those who came to the Upper Plate. Tom, I hope that there is enough metal to last a while now?

Some more cold weather clothing and a few more potions can be found in the Task Force if and when needed. Zelda, would you like some of the potions delivered to the Hospital?

Speaking of the Task Force, if you are currently working for us, state your name here. With so many leaving and new people reappearing, it is sadly difficult to keep track of who is who.

[Karasu//Hackable]
Do you want to come to the bathhouse?
[/Karasu]

Karasu. Nero. We're moving. Get your things.

To the Upper Plate retrieval: we are heading tomorrow. 1400 hours. No ifs, ands or buts. If you aren't there, we're heading. No blame is placed on anyone; things have not been ideal, but the supplies Millenia and I retrieved before are running short again.

If anyone has sensible requests, feel free to make them here.

[Genesis//Unhackable]
How are you feeling now?

[Zelda//Unhackable]
Zelda, would you have any objection to Karasu and Nero living in your Sanctuary? I understand if not. If you do, I will hold myself personally responsible for anything that happens.
[/Zelda]


[Self//Difficult to hack]

Jaime's gone. And Millenia.

Karasu's hurt.

Genesis is back.

I never thought I'd feel this conflicted over that.