Video; backdated to the 10th

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[As they have many times before, Henry and Maketh appear in the video standing side by side. Both of them are in their armor, though Maketh is carrying a new sniper rifle. A keen observer might recognize it as Lilith's. Maketh's face is utterly calm.]

Guardsmen, report in. We have a situation that must be dealt with. If you are capable of fighting, then prepare to do so. If you cannot, then remain within the city limits. We will do what we can do hold the line.

[Maketh lifts her chin.]

Secondly, if you have any information that would be useful to us in dealing with this threat, then please share it.

Do nothing foolish. Keep alive. That is all.

[Henry draws his sword and raises it to eye level, inspecting its edge.]

Well are dragons known to me, and I would not see a fraction of what befell France occur here. 'Tis not only those who would fight who are in grave peril.

We must keep close track of the dragons. Should aught change – what places they harry and where they nest, if, God willing, any are slain – do not hesitate to inform us. If you find yourself cornered or trapped then reach out to us and we shall assist you.

[He brings his sword down in a smooth horizontal slice and nods assertively.]

The Guard will remain steadfast in our valour. Let not your courage fail you. Our community shall endure.

VIDEO - 10th;

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Whoooooooo -- dragons!

[ There's the dizzying view that's evidently taken from someone flying at high speed, and making sharp swerves and wild loops. There are the dragons that come into view, some uncomfortably close before the camera pans out again just as quickly, and jets of fire that come jarringly close.

But then there's the Human Torch's face, fully aflame before he decides to use his prettier, non-fire face to address the video feed, turning the camera back to him. At least, just for a moment. He's grinning, evidently exhilarated and ready to do some damage. ]

Look at those things, pretty awesome, huh? Who knew that dragons really existed? [ He's flying higher, circling just above them, showing the audience the view (sorry, if you've got any sort of vertigo) before flipping back to himself. ] All right, all you flammable land pals, keep your hands and legs inside a safe building at all times, and stay away from windows. You don't want to be their freshly roasted appetizer!

And those of you who need some help, send a shout-out, and I'll come by. [ Then he starts to dive -- ] Now let's see if I can't make two of these bozos knock heads!

[ the feed cuts off. ]